Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8300 Basic Guide No.1 Basic Manual

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Printer Operations

Basic Guide

Read this manual before attempting to operate the printer.
Keep this manual in a handy location for future referencing.

Printer Operations

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This Basic Guide includes three booklets.

Large-Format Printers

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Troubleshooting

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Printer Relocation

Printer Driver Installation

ENG

Read this manual fi rst.

Safety Precautions ........................................2

Types of Manuals .............................................5

Documentation Conventions ............................6

Parts .................................................................8

Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls ...................12

Loading Rolls in the Printer ............................14

Removing the Roll from the Printer ................18

Loading Sheets in the Printer .........................20

Removing Sheets ...........................................22

Consumables..................................................23

Replacing Ink Tanks .......................................24

Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge ............30

Replacing the Printhead .................................36

Menu Map.......................................................42

Troubleshooting ................................................2

If Roll Paper Jams ..........................................20

If a Sheet Jams...............................................22

If Paper is Soiled ............................................24

If Printing is Faint ............................................26

If Vertical Lines are Warped or Colors are

Misaligned ..................................................27

If Banding Occurs ...........................................29

If Line Length Does Not Match .......................31

Error Messages ..............................................33

Preparing to Transfer the Printer ......................2

Reinstalling the Printer .....................................8

Installing the Printer Driver (Windows) ...........12

Installing the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) .........14

Convenient Printer Driver Features ................16

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Do not set up the printer in any location exposed to alcohol, thinner, or other volatile liquids. If these
substances come into contact with electrical components inside the printer, there is a risk of fi re or
electrical shock.

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This printer generates a low-level magnetic fi eld. Anyone wearing a pacemaker who experiences
discomfort while working around the printer should leave the area. Consult a physician before
continuing to work around the printer.

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Insert the power cable securely and completely into the power source. If the power cable is not
inserted completely, this could cause a fi re or electrical shock.

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Never handle the power cable with wet hands. Doing so may cause electrical shock.•

Do not use any power cable other than the one provided. This could cause a fi re or electrical shock.
Never use the power cable with any other electrical device.

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Never cut the power cable or attempt to modify it, and never stretch it or bend it forcefully. Never place
a heavy object on the power cable. Damaged sections of the power cable could cause a short circuit
and may cause a fi re or electrical shock.

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Never connect the power cable to a power strip or any power source shared by other electrical
devices. This could cause a fi re or electrical shock.

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Never knot the power cable or wrap it around itself. This could cause a fi re or electrical shock.•

Periodically disconnect the power cable and use a dry cloth to wipe away dust that has collected on
the plug and the area around the power outlet. Leaving the power cable plugged in and not cleaned
for a long period, especially in an area subject to dust, oil, and humidity, could cause the insulation
material to deteriorate and lead to a fi re.

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If the printer emits smoke or strange odors, continuing to use the printer may cause a fi re or electrical
shock. Switch the printer off immediately and remove the power plug from the power outlet. Contact
the nearest service center.

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For cleaning, use a cloth dampened in water. Never use fl ammable solvents such as alcohol,
benzene, or thinner. If these substances come into contact with electrical components inside the
printer, there is a risk of fi re or electrical shock.

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Warning

█ Printer Location

█ Power Supply

Safety Precautions

Follow the warnings and precautions below to use the printer safely. Do not perform any operations or procedures
other than as described in this manual. Doing so may result in unexpected accidents and can cause a fi re or
electrical shocks.

█ Pacemakers

█ In an Emergency

█ Cleaning the Printer

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Safety Precautions

Always disconnect the power cable from the outlet before cleaning the printer. If the printer is switched
on accidentally, moving parts inside the printer may cause personal injuries.

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Never install the printer on an unstable or vibrating surface. If it falls over, this could cause personal
injury.

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Never set up the printer in a location that is exposed to high humidity or large amounts of dust, or
exposed to direct sunlight, high temperature, or open fl ame. This could cause a fi re or electrical shock.
Use the printer location in an environment where temperature and humidity are within the ranges of
15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) and 10 to 80% RH (with no condensation).

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Never place the printer on a heavy wool or shag carpet. The fi bers may enter the printer and cause a
fi re.

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Keep the area around the power outlet clear of items so that you can disconnect the power cable
immediately if the printer starts operating abnormally. In the event of a printer malfunction, remove the
power cable from the outlet as soon as possible to prevent fi re and electrical shocks.

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Do not install the printer near sources of strong electromagnetic fi elds, whether equipment that
generates such fi elds or places where such fi elds occur. This could damage the printer or cause
malfunction.

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The weights of main printer units are as follows:•

Moving the printer requires at least six people, holding it on both sides. Be careful to avoid back strain
and other injuries.

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iPF8300: Approx. 111 kg (244.7 lb)

When moving the printer, fi rmly grasp the Carrying Handles under each side. The printer may be
unsteady if you hold it at other positions, which poses a risk of injury from dropping the printer.

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Always grip the plug to remove the power cable from the power outlet. Pulling on the power cable
could damage the cable and lead to a fi re or electrical shock.

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Never use an extension cord. This could cause a fi re or electrical shock.•

Never use any power source other than 100–120 / 220–240 V AC. This could cause a fi re or electrical
shock. The printer operating conditions are described below. Use the printer under the following
conditions.

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Power supply voltage: 100–120 / 220–240 V AC
Power supply frequency: 50 / 60 Hz

Always store consumables in a safe location out of the reach of small children. If a child licks or
ingests ink accidentally, seek medical assistance immediately.

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Avoid dropping or shaking printheads, ink tanks, and maintenance cartridges. Spilled ink can stain
clothing and the work area.

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Never touch the electrical contacts of the Printhead after printing. The contacts become extremely hot
and can cause minor burns.

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If ink accidentally gets in your eyes, immediately rinse with water.•
If ink gets on your skin, immediately clean it off with soap and water.
If irritation persists in your eyes or on your skin, contact a physician immediately.

█ Cleaning the Printer

Caution

█ Printer Location

█ Moving the Printer

█ Power Supply

█ Printhead , Ink Tanks, and Maintenance Cartridge

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Safety Precautions

Never disassemble the printer or attempt repairs. There are high voltage parts inside the printer that
can cause a fi re or electrical shock.

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Never use fl ammable sprays around the printer. The gas of fl ammable sprays can cause a fi re or
electrical shock, if it contacts high voltage points inside the printer.

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During printing, turn on the ventilation system in the room.•

After removing the Cutter Unit , never touch the cutting edge (a). This could cause personal injury.•

We recommend ensuring ample space for installation.•

Never insert your hand into the printer while it is printing. Moving parts inside the printer can cause
injuries.

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Never place anything on the printer such as small metal objects (paper clips, staples), liquids, any
type of liquid container that contains fl ammable liquids (alcohol, benzene, etc.). If such objects fall into
the printer, this could cause a fi re or electrical shock.

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To prevent a fi re hazard or dangerous electric shock, if a foreign object falls into or a liquid spills into
the printer, press the Power button immediately to switch the printer off, unplug the printer power cable
from the outlet, and then call for service. If you continue to use the printer, this could cause a fi re or
electrical shock.

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Connect the interface cable correctly. To avoid damage, before connection make sure that the shape
of the cable connector matches the connection point on the printer.

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█ Other

Trademarks

Macintosh is trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Canon, the Canon logo, and imagePROGRAF are trademarks or registered trademarks of CANON INC.

Legal Notice

Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation, registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Other company and product names in this guide are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
owners.

It is illegal to reproduce currency, bills, negotiable securities and other documents prohibited by law. Reproduction
of such items may be subject to criminal prosecution.
It is illegal to reproduce legal certifi cates, licenses, travel tickets, and certain public and private documents
prohibited from reproduction by law. Reproduction of such items may be subject to criminal prosecution. Please
note that intellectual property protected by copyright may not be reproduced without the express permission of the
copyright holder except for personal or household use under limited circumstances.

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Setup Guide

Instructions for unpacking and setting up the printer, and
for installing the printer driver

Basic Guide 1 (this manual)

Descriptions of basic printer operations

Basic Guide 3

Printer Operations

Printer Relocation / Printer Driver Installation

Instructions for preparing to relocate the printer and for
software installation

Basic Guide 2

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting tips

User Manual

(electronic manual)

Detailed instructions for using the printer

Paper Reference Guide

(electronic manual)

Information on paper you can use with the printer

Types of Manuals

Types of manuals

Accessing the electronic manuals

The electronic manuals are accessible from imagePROGRAF Support Information.
Besides the electronic manuals, you can also access the imagePROGRAF website from imagePROGRAF

Support Information.

User Manual •

The User Manual gives detailed operating
instructions for the printer, as well as
troubleshooting tips in case of printing issues.

Paper Reference Guide •

The Paper Reference Guide identifi es the types
of paper you can use with the printer and gives
specifi cations.

Stay Informed•

Provides access to the imagePROGRAF website,
where you can fi nd news on a variety of printing
topics and tips on getting the most from your
printer.

Access imagePROGRAF Support Information as follows.

Windows

Double-click the iPFxxxx Support desktop icon. (xxxx indicates the printer
model.)

Mac OS X

Click the iPF Support icon in the Dock.

Title Details

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Documentation Conventions

Symbols

The following symbols are used in this document to indicate safety information and explanations of
restrictions or precautions in use.

Caution Indicates caution items for which operating error poses a risk of injury or damage

to equipment or property. To ensure safe use, always follow these precautions.

Important Indicates important information that must be followed when using the printer. Be

sure to read this information to prevent printer damage or operating errors.

MEMO Indicates helpful reference information and supplemental information on particular

topics.

Cross-reference

Additional sources of information are identifi ed as follows in the documentation.

In the Basic Guides:

(Guide number and section title)

In the User Manual:

(→ , Section title), (→ , Section title), (→ , Section title)

(→"Section title," User Manual)

Text conventions and illustrations

Button names and user interface elements

Key and button names on the control panel and user interface elements in software (such as menus and
buttons) are indicated as follows in this document.

Control panel buttons Example: Press the OK button.

Control panel messages Example: Head Cleaning is displayed.

Software interface items Example: Click OK .

Keyboard keys Example: Press the Tab key.

(menus and buttons)

Part names

Names of printer parts are indicated as follows in this document.

Printer part names Example: Open the Top Cover .

Figures and software screens

Screens depicted in this document for the printer driver or other software may look different from the
actual screens because of subsequent updates.

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Windows XP screens are used in explanations of Windows operations.•

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Canon Large Format Printer iPF8300

FCC Regulations (U.S.A)

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 any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 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 FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifi cations to the equipment unless otherwise specifi ed in the manual.
If such changes or modifi cations 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

Included battery contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply.
See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for detail.

For CA, USA Only

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Front

A stand that holds the printer. Equipped with casters to facilitate moving it.

Open this cover to replace the Maintenance Cartridge .

Releases the Paper Retainer . Lift this lever toward the front of the printer when
loading paper.

Roll Holder Slot

Roll Holder

Ejection Support

Output Stacker

Paper Feed Slot

Holder Stopper

Ink Tank Cover

Ejection Guide

Cutter Groove

When carrying the printer, have four people hold it by these handles under both
sides.

Absorbs ink used for maintenance purposes such as head cleaning. (Replace the
cartridge when it is full.)

Paper is cut (using the cutter or manually with scissors) over this groove.

Prevents printed documents from winding around the Roll Holder or being drawn
into the Paper Feed Slot .

Load the roll on this holder.

Slide the Roll Holder into this slot.

A cloth tray that catches ejected documents.

When loading a roll, insert the edge of the roll paper here.

Secure rolls on the Roll Holder with this part.

Open this cover to replace an Ink Tank .

Guides printed documents as they are ejected. Raise the guide when loading a roll.

Use this panel to operate the printer and check the printer status. Control Panel

Release Lever

Maintenance Cartridge

Carrying Handles

Stand

Open this cover to install the Printhead , load paper, and remove any jammed paper
from inside the printer as needed.

Top Cover

Names and functions of printer parts are as follows.

Parts

Maintenance Cartridge Cover

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Do not touch the Carriage Shaft (d) or Linear Scale (j). Touching these parts may damage them.•

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Top Cover (Inside)

Top Cover Roller

Paper Alignment Line

Carriage

Carriage Shaft

Paper Retainer

Platen

Borderless Printing Ink
Grooves

Cleaning Brush

Fixed Blade

Linear Scale

Switch

Prevents paper from rising when ejected.

Align paper with this line when loading it.

Moves the Printhead . The carriage serves a key role in printing.

The Carriage slides along this shaft.

The Printhead moves across the platen to print. Vacuum holes on the platen hold paper
in place.

Important in supplying the paper. This retainer holds paper as it is fed.

For catching ink outside the edges of paper during borderless printing.

When cleaning inside the printer under the Top Cover , use this brush to sweep away
paper dust on the Platen .

The Cutter Unit passes over this rail to cut paper.

The linear scale serves a key role in detecting the Carriage position. Be careful not to
touch this part when cleaning inside the Top Cover or clearing paper jams.

Set the switch to the side opposite ● if the edges of printed images are blurred. Set the
switch to the ● side before borderless printing.

Also use the brush to move the blue Switch on the Platen .

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Parts

To recover from Sleep mode, any button can be pressed except the Power button.•

Control Panel

Lit when sheets are selected as the paper source.

Lit when rolls are selected as the paper source.

Press this button when loading or replacing paper.
(→

, Loading Rolls in the Printer), (→ , Loading Sheets in the Printer)

Pressing this button when rolls are loaded enables you to reposition the paper.

Pressing this button when rolls are loaded cuts the paper.

Displays the screen before the current screen.

Press this button on the Tab Selection screen to move to another tab. In menu items
requiring numerical input, press this button to move to another digit.

Cut Sheet lamp (green)

Roll Media lamp (green)

Load button

Feed button

Cut button

Back button

◄ button

OK button

▼ button

▲ button

► button

Navigate button

Power button (green)

Stop button

Menu button

Display Screen

Message lamp (orange)

Data Lamp (green)

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Press this button when viewing menus to display the next menu item or setting value.

Press this button on the Tab Selection screen to display the menu of the tab shown.

Press this button when viewing menus to display the previous menu item or setting
value.

Press this button on the Tab Selection screen to move to another tab. In menu items
requiring numerical input, press this button to move to another digit.

Enables you to check instructions for loading and removing paper or replacing ink tanks
or printheads, as well as other operations.

Turns the printer on and off. The power button is lit when the printer is on or in Sleep
mode.

Cancels print jobs in progress and ends the ink drying period.

Shows the printer menu, as well as the printer status and messages.

Indicates the status of print jobs or the printer firmware.

Lit or flashes when messages are displayed. When the lamp is off, the printer is
operating normally or turned off.

Displays the Tab Selection screen . (→

, Menu Map)

Operation

Pressing this button in menu items of each tab for which is displayed at left will move
to the lower level of the menu item, enabling you to execute menu commands or set
menu values.

Also press this button if the Display Screen indicates to press the OK button.

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Menu operations

Navigate and perform menu operations on the control panel as follows.

After the printer starts up, the Tab Selection screen is shown on the Display
Screen .
Information is organized in four tabs, and you can press control panel buttons to
access menus and set or execute items for each tab.
(→

, Menu Map)

( Paper tab )

Accessing tab menus•

Specifying menu items•

A tab indicating status and showing menus related to paper.

A tab indicating status and showing menus related to ink.

A tab indicating status and showing menus related to print jobs.

A tab indicating status and showing menus related to settings and
adjustment.

( Ink tab )

( Job tab )

( Settings/Adj. tab )

The menu is selected, and menu items are now displayed.

To access lower-level menus for menus labeled with

at left,

select the menu and press the OK button.

Follow these steps to enter numbers. In this example, network
settings items are entered.

Specifying numerical values•

Executing menu commands•

Press ▲ or ▼ to select the action to execute, and then press
the OK button.
The menu command is now executed.

To select tabs, press ◄ or ► on the Tab Selection screen ,
and then press the OK button.
Tab menus are now displayed.

To select a menu, press ▲ or ▼ , and then press the OK
button.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select desired settings, and then press the
OK button.

The check box at left is selected, and the setting is confi rmed.
After two seconds, the display reverts to the upper-level menu.

1.

2.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2, and when the settings are complete,
press the OK button.

Press the ▲ or ▼ button to enter the value.

For numerical input, press ◄ or ► to move the cursor (shown
as an underscore) to other fi elds.

Ready
OK: Paper Menu

ISO A2 Roll

Plain Paper

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Back button

Back button

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Load Paper

Paper Menu 㪈㪆㪉

Eject Paper
Chg. Paper Type
Chg. Paper Size
ManageRemainRoll

Roll Paper

Paper Menu

Cut Sheet

Ready

Plain Paper
ISO A2 Roll

OK: Paper Menu

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Use scissors or a cutting tool to cut the edge of the roll paper if it is uneven, dirty, or has tape residue. Otherwise, it
may cause feeding problems and affect the printing quality.

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Align the edges of the paper on both ends of the roll. Misalignment
may cause feeding problems.

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For details on supported sizes and types of rolls, see " Paper Sizes " or the Paper Reference Guide .•

Be careful not to cut through any barcodes printed on the roll.

To view instructions as you attach the Roll Holder , press the Navigate button.•

(→"Paper Sizes," User Manual) , (→"Types of Paper," User Manual)

Set the roll on a table or other fl at surface so that it does not roll or fall. Rolls are heavy, and dropping a roll may
cause injury.

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When handling the roll, be careful not to soil the printing surface. This may affect the printing quality. We recommend
wearing clean cloth gloves when handling rolls to protect the printing surface.

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When printing on rolls, attach the Roll Holder to the roll.

Rolls have a two- or three-inch paper core. Use the correct attachment for the paper core. The printer comes
equipped with the 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment installed.

Using rolls with a 2-inch paper core•

Using rolls with a 3-inch paper core•

2-Inch Paper Core Attachment (a)

3-Inch Paper Core Attachment #2 (c)

3-Inch Paper Core Attachment #1 (b)

Lift the Holder Stopper lever (a) from the shaft side to
unlock it. Holding the Holder Stopper at the position
indicated (b), remove it from the Roll Holder .

Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls

Attach the roll holder to rolls as follows.

Items to Prepare

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Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls

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With the edge of the roll paper facing forward as shown,
insert the Roll Holder from the right of the roll. Insert
it fi rmly until the roll touches the fl ange (a) of the Roll
Holder , leaving no gap.

Insert the Holder Stopper from the left in the Roll Holder
as shown. Holding it at the position shown (b), push it
fi rmly in until the fl ange (a) of the Holder Stopper touches
the roll. Lock the Holder Stopper lever (c) by pushing it
down toward the shaft side.

Insert the respective attachments for the roll paper core
on the Roll Holder and Holder Stopper .

Using rolls with a 2-inch paper core•

Holder Stopper Side Roll Holder Side

Holder Stopper Side Roll Holder Side

Align the tips (a) of the 2-Inch Paper Core
Attachment with the holes (b) of the Holder Stopper

and insert it firmly.

No attachment is needed.

Using rolls with a 3-inch paper core•

Align the tips (a) of 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment
#2 with the holes (b) of the Holder Stopper and
insert it firmly.

Align the tips (a) of 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment
#1 with the holes (b) of the Roll Holder and insert it
firmly.

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Always load rolls when the printer is on. If the printer is off when you load a roll, the paper may not be advanced
correctly when you turn the printer on.

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If any paper has been advanced that will not be used, a message is shown requesting you to remove it.•
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes , and then press the OK button. Remove the paper and go to the next step.

Before loading rolls, make sure the printer is clean inside the Top Cover and around the Ejection Guide . If these
areas are dirty, we recommend cleaning them in advance. (→

, If Paper is Soiled)

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Press the Load button.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select Roll Paper , and then press the
OK button.

Loading Rolls in the Printer

Load rolls in the printer as follows.

Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide .

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Loading Rolls in the Printer

Be careful not to drop the roll and hurt yourself when loading it.•
Be careful not to pinch your fi ngers between the Roll Holder shaft (a) and the guide grooves (b) when

loading rolls.

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If the paper is wrinkled or warped, straighten it out before loading it.•

Be careful not to soil the printing surface of roll paper as you insert it in the slot. This may affect the
printing quality.

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For paper that tends to curl, lift the Release Lever and manually pull the roll paper over the Platen .•
Load the roll so that there is no gap between the right

edge of the paper and the Roll Holder .

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Holding the Roll Holder so that the side with the white
gear faces the side of the Roll Holder Slot with a white
gear, load the Roll Holder shaft (a) into the grooves (b)
on both ends of the Roll Holder Slot , fully into the slot.

Pull out the roll evenly on both ends and insert it in the
Paper Feed Slot (a). Advance the roll until it touches the
Paper Retainer (b).

Once the roll reaches the Paper Retainer , it is
automatically advanced over the Platen .

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Loading Rolls in the Printer

You can adjust the strength of suction holding paper against the Platen when the Release Lever is
released. If it is diffi cult to load paper, press the ▲ or ▼ button on the Control Panel to adjust the
strength. Set suction stronger by pressing the ▲ button or weaker with the ▼ button. Three settings are
available.

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Do not omit steps 7 and 8. If paper cannot be advanced straight or if it wrinkles, it may jam or rub
against the Printhead .

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Do not force the roll paper into alignment with the paper alignment line (b). This may prevent the paper
from being advanced straight.

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Lower the Ejection Guide .

Holding the edge of the roll paper, lift the Release Lever .

Hold the edge of the roll paper as you gently pull it evenly
with both hands to the position of the Ejection Guide
(a). Align the right side of the roll paper with the Paper
Alignment Line (b), keeping this side parallel to the line,
and then lower the Release Lever .

The paper is now advanced, and a menu for selection of
the type of paper is automatically shown on the Display
Screen .

Close the Top Cover .

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Loading Rolls in the Printer

For details on types of paper to select, see the Paper Reference Guide .•
(→

, Types of Manuals)

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Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press
the OK button.

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If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.•

If you need to cut a roll, see the following procedure.
(→"Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls," User Manual)

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If you have selected ManageRemainRoll > On in the Control Panel menu, a barcode is printed on the
leading edge of the roll.

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Do not remove the roll before the barcode is printed.
You will be unable to keep track of the amount of roll
paper left. (→"Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll
Paper Left," User Manual)

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Press the OK button.

Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide .

On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel , press
◄ or ► to select the Paper tab (

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Removing the Roll from the Printer

Remove rolls from the printer as follows.

The Paper Menu is displayed.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select Eject Paper , and then press the
OK button.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes , and then press the OK
button.

The roll is now rewound and ejected.

Ready
OK: Paper Menu

ISO A2 Roll

Plain Paper

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Removing the Roll from the Printer

See the following procedure for instructions on removing the Roll Holder from the roll.•
(→"Removing Rolls From the Roll Holder," User Manual)

To load new paper in the printer at this point, see the following procedure.•
(→

, Loading Rolls in the Printer)
Clean inside the top cover before loading paper.•
(→

, If Paper is Soiled)

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Using both hands, rotate the Roll Holder in the direction
of the arrow to rewind the roll.

Holding the Roll Holder fl ange (a), remove the holder
from the Roll Holder Slot .

Lower the Ejection Guide and close the Top Cover .

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Loading sheets when a roll is already loaded in the printer may
cause jams. We recommend removing rolls before loading sheets.
(→

, Removing the Roll from the Printer)

•

Before loading sheets, make sure the printer is clean inside the Top Cover and around the Ejection Guide . If these
areas are dirty, we recommend cleaning them in advance. (→ , If Paper is Soiled)

•

To prevent the roll from unwinding if you leave it loaded, wrap a
sheet of paper around the roll and tape it.

Store unused paper in the original package, away from high temperature, humidity, and direct sunlight.•
Paper that is wrinkled or warped may jam. If necessary, straighten the paper and reload it.•
Load the paper straight. Loading paper askew will cause an error.•

If any paper has been advanced that will not be used, a message is shown requesting you to remove it.•
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes , and then press the OK button. Remove the paper and go to the next step.

1

2

Select sheets as the paper source.

Lift the Release Lever and open the Top Cover .

Loading Sheets in the Printer

Load sheets in the printer as follows.

If a print job was received•

Press the Load button.

Sheets are automatically selected, and the media type
and size specifi ed by the print job are shown on the
Display Screen .

If no print job was received•

Press ▲ or ▼ to select Cut Sheet , and then press
the OK button.

1.

2.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select Load Paper , and then press the
OK button.

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Loading Sheets in the Printer

You can adjust the strength of suction holding paper against the Platen when the Release Lever is up.
If it is diffi cult to load paper, press the ▲ or ▼ button on the Control Panel to adjust the strength. Set
suction stronger by pressing the ▲ button or weaker with the ▼ button. Three settings are available.

•

Load a sheet so that it is parallel to the Paper Alignment Line at right (c). Loading paper askew will
cause an error.

•

For details on types of paper to select, see the Paper Reference Guide .•

Warped paper may rub against the Printhead . Straighten paper if it is warped before loading it.•

Sheets are held in place by suction through holes on the Platen . Although the suction may produce a
noise when paper is loaded in some positions, it does not indicate a problem. If the noise is distracting,
try moving the paper over slightly to the left or right (up to 1 mm [0.039 in]) while keeping it parallel to
the Paper Alignment Line .

•

The suction remains on for about 30 seconds during loading. If you cannot fi nish loading a sheet during
this time, pull the sheet away and reinsert it to start the suction again.

•

However, even if you increase the suction, it may not be suffi cient to hold some types of paper against
the Platen well. In this case, use your hand to load the paper.

(→

, Types of Manuals)

When using the Output Stacker , if you will print on large, stiff sheets, we recommend adjusting the
Output Stacker into the lowest position to prevent printed sheets from being bent.

•

(→"Using the Output Stacker," User Manual)

3

4

With a sheet lengthwise and printing-side up, insert it
between the Platen (a) and the Paper Retainer (b). Align
the edges of the sheet as follows.

Lower the Release Lever and close the Top Cover .

1.

When inserted, sheets are automatically held by suction
against the Platen .

Align the sheet with the Paper Alignment Line (c) at
right.

2.

Align the inserted edge of the sheet with the leading
edge of the Paper Alignment Line (d), as shown.

If a print job was received•

A menu for selection of the type of paper is automatically
shown on the Display Screen .

Pressing the OK button will advance the paper, and then
printing will begin.

If no print job was received•

Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press
the OK button.

The printer now starts feeding the paper.

c

d

ab

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If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.•

1

2

5

6

3
4

On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel , press
◄ or ► to select the Paper tab (

).

Press the OK button.

Open the Top Cover , lift the Release Lever , and remove
the sheet.

Lower the Release Lever and close the Top Cover .

The Paper Menu is displayed.

Removing Sheets

This section describes how to remove sheets from the printer.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select Eject Paper , and then press the
OK button.

The paper is ejected from the front of the printer.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes , and then press the OK
button.

Ready

Plain Paper
ISO A2

OK: Paper Menu

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Consumables

Ink Tanks

When purchasing ink tanks, make sure the following Ink Tank serial numbers are printed on the label.

Printhead

Maintenance Cartridge

330 ml (11.2 fl oz)

PC Ink Tank PFI-304PC •
C Ink Tank PFI-304C •
MBK Ink Tank PFI-304MBK •
Y Ink Tank PFI-304Y •
M Ink Tank PFI-304M •

Maintenance Cartridge MC-08 •

Printhead PF-05

•

The maintenance cartridge is provided with a shaft cleaner.

PM Ink Tank PFI-304PM •
R Ink Tank PFI-304R •
G Ink Tank PFI-304G •
B Ink Tank PFI-304B •
PGY Ink Tank PFI-304PGY •
GY Ink Tank PFI-304GY •
BK Ink Tank PFI-304BK •

PC Ink Tank PFI-704PC •
C Ink Tank PFI-704C •
MBK Ink Tank PFI-704MBK •
Y Ink Tank PFI-704Y •
M Ink Tank PFI-704M •
PM Ink Tank PFI-704PM •
R Ink Tank PFI-704R •
G Ink Tank PFI-704G •
B Ink Tank PFI-704B •

700 ml (23.7 fl oz)

PGY Ink Tank PFI-704PGY •
GY Ink Tank PFI-704GY •
BK Ink Tank PFI-704BK •

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There may be ink around the ink supply section of ink tanks you removed. Handle ink tanks carefully during
replacement. The ink may stain clothing.

•

Ink Tank replacement is possible even during printing, when print jobs are being canceled, or when paper is being
advanced.

•

Do not remove an Ink Tank during initialization immediately after turning on the printer, or during printhead cleaning.•

We recommend using up an Ink Tank in the course of printing within six months after breaking the seal. Printing
quality may be affected if you use older ink tanks.

•

Do not leave the printer without ink tanks installed for extended periods (a month or more). Residual ink may
become clogged inside the printer and affect printing quality.

•

Compatible ink tanks

Take the following precautions when handling ink tanks.

Precautions when handling ink tanks

Make sure the printer is ready for ink tank replacement

Ink Tank replacement is possible in the following cases.

You can replace ink tanks if the Display Screen advises you to check the
amount of ink left or replace ink tanks.

If a message requests you to replace ink tanks, press the OK button.
In this case, go to " Remove the ink tanks " without following the instructions in

" Access the menu for ink tank replacement. "

Replacing Ink Tanks

Replace ink tanks as follows.

Replacement ink tanks in 330 ml (11.2 fl oz) and 700 ml (23.7 fl oz) capacities are supported.
(→

, Consumables)

G

Y

CY

M
B
K

P
G
Y

PMRB B

K

GMP

C

Printing
OK: Ink Menu

Printing
OK: Ink Menu

Not much ink is
left. Prepare to
replace the ink.

G

Y

CY

M
B
K

P
G
Y

PMRB

B

K

GMP

C

OK

Replace ink tank.

No ink left.

P
M

R

G

B
K

M

B

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Replacing Ink Tanks

If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.•

1

2
3

1

Access the menu for ink tank replacement

On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel , press
◄ or ► to select the Ink tab ( ).

Press the OK button.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select Rep. Ink Tank , and then press the
OK button.

A message on the Display Screen requests you to open
the Ink Tank Cover . Remove the Ink Tank at this point.

Open the Ink Tank Cover of the tank for replacement and
check the Ink Lamp .

Remove the ink tanks

The Ink Lamp fl ashes quickly if there is no ink left.

The Ink Menu is displayed.

G

Y

CY

M
B
K

P
G
Y

PMRB

B

K

GMP

C

Printing
OK: Ink Menu

B

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Replacing Ink Tanks

Push the Ink Tank Lock Lever down until it locks.•
Make sure the Ink Tank Lock Lever does not return to the original position.

•

Store the Ink Tank you removed in the box with the ink hole (a)
facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains.

•

2

3

Lift the stopper (a) of the Ink Tank Lock Lever for the
color to replace. Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it
stops, and then push it down to the front.

700 ml tanks

330 ml tanks

330 ml tanks

700 ml tanks

Hold the Ink Tank by the grips (a) or handle (b) and
remove it. Press the OK button.

P
M

R

G

B
K

M

G

B

B

a

P
M

R

G

B
K

M

G

B

P

M

R

G

B
K

M

G

P
M

R

G

B

K

M

G

B

B

B

a

a

PM

R

G

BK

M

B

a

PM

R

G

BK

M

B

b

27

Replacing Ink Tanks

Never touch the ink hole or electrical contacts. This may cause stains, damage the Ink Tank , and affect
printing quality.

•

If you do not agitate the Ink Tank , the ink may settle, which may affect printing quality.•

Do not remove and agitate ink tanks that have already been installed in the printer. Ink may leak out.•

1

2

Before opening the pouch, tilt the Ink Tank to the left
and right gently seven or eight times. Hold 330 ml ink
tanks in one hand and 700 ml ink tanks in two hands,
as shown.

Install the ink tanks

Open the pouch and remove the Ink Tank .

700 ml tanks

330 ml tanks

700 ml tanks

330 ml tanks

28

Replacing Ink Tanks

Ink tanks cannot be loaded in the holder if the color or orientation is incorrect.•
If the Ink Tank does not fi t in the holder, do not force it into the holder. Make sure the color of the Ink

Tank Lock Lever matches the color of the Ink Tank , and check the orientation of the Ink Tank before
reloading it.

3

4

Press the OK button and insert the Ink Tank into the
holder with the ink hole facing down, as shown.

Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then push
it down until it clicks into place.

700 ml tanks

330 ml tanks

700 ml tanks

330 ml tanks

P
M

R

G

B

K

M

B

PM

R

G

B

K

M

B

PM

R

G

BK

M

B

PM

R

G

BK

M

B

29

Replacing Ink Tanks

If the Ink Lamp is not lit, reload the tank.•

After Ink Tank replacement, always close the Ink Tank Cover . If the Ink Tank Cover cannot close,
some Ink Tank Lock Lever may not be closed completely. Make sure all ink tank lock levers are fully
closed.

•

To close the Ink Tank Cover when no Ink Tank is
installed (as when moving the printer), push the release
lever (a) as shown while returning the Ink Tank Lock
Lever to the original position.

•

5

6

Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit.

Close the Ink Tank Cover .

P
M

R

G

B

B
K

M

P

M

R

G

B

K

M

B

a

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Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge except to replace it.•

To prevent ink from leaking from a used Maintenance Cartridge , avoid dropping the cartridge or storing it at an
angle. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains.

•

Ink adheres to the top of the Maintenance Cartridge after it has been used. Handle the Maintenance Cartridge
carefully during replacement. The ink may stain clothing.

•

Do not replace the Maintenance Cartridge during initialization immediately after turning on the printer, during
Printhead cleaning, or when ink is being absorbed. Ink may leak out.

•

Compatible maintenance cartridges

Use Maintenance Cartridge MC-08 .

Take the following precautions when handling the Maintenance Cartridge .

Precautions when handling the maintenance cartridge

Make sure the printer is ready for maintenance cartridge
replacement

Maintenance Cartridge replacement is possible in the following cases.

You can replace cartridges if the Display Screen advises you to check the
remaining capacity or replace the Maintenance Cartridge .

If a message is displayed requesting Maintenance Cartridge replacement,
skip the step " Access the menu for maintenance cartridge replacement. "
Follow the instructions in " Replace the maintenance cartridge. "

Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge

Replace the Maintenance Cartridge as follows.

Printing
OK:Setting/Adj. Menu

The level is low

Maint. cart.

䇭䇭Maintenance

cartridge full.

Replace
the maintenance
cartridge.

31

Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge

If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.•

1

2
3
4

On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel , press
◄ or ► to select the Settings/Adj. tab (

).

Press the OK button.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select Maintenance , and then press the
OK button.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select Repl. Maint. C , and then press
the OK button.
A message on the Display Screen advises you to open
the Maintenance Cartridge Cover .

Access the menu for maintenance cartridge replacement

The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed.

Printing
OK:Setting/Adj. Menu

The level is low

Maint. cart.

32

Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge

Never touch the metal contacts (a). This may damage
the Maintenance Cartridge .

•

The remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity is recorded on each printer. Do not install a used
Maintenance Cartridge in another printer.

•

Used maintenance cartridges are heavy. Always grasp the cartridge fi rmly and keep the cartridge level
during removal and storage. If you drop a used Maintenance Cartridge or store it at an angle, ink may
leak and cause stains.

•

3

1

2

Open the box, remove the plastic bag, packaging material,
and Shaft Cleaner , and take out the Maintenance
Cartridge .

Replace the maintenance cartridge

Open the Maintenance Cartridge Cover .

Hold the used Maintenance Cartridge by the grip (a) with
one hand and put your other hand under the Maintenance
Cartridge to hold it fi rmly on the bottom, keeping it level as
you pull it out.

a

a

33

Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge

Always put the used Maintenance Cartridge back in the box and store the box on a fl at surface.
Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains.

•

Support the Maintenance Cartridge Cover from underneath as you wipe it.•

4

6

5

7

8

Attach the packaging material to the used Maintenance
Cartridge and put it in the box. Keep it level as you put it in
the plastic bag. Expel excess air from the plastic bag and
seal the zipper.

Wipe away any soiling on the Maintenance Cartridge
Cover .

Confi rm the Maintenance Cartridge is right-side up, put it
in the box, and store it so that it stays level.

Keeping the new Maintenance Cartridge level, insert it all
the way in.

Close the Maintenance Cartridge Cover .

34

Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge

9

Press the OK button.

The printer now initializes the Maintenance Cartridge .
Next, replace the Shaft Cleaner .

35

Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge

If you do not respond within two minutes, shaft cleaner replacement is canceled. In this case, repeat the
procedure.

•

Be sure to put the used Shaft Cleaner in the small box before putting it in the larger box with the used
Maintenance Cartridge for disposal.

•

1

2

3

4

5

After the message is displayed regarding Shaft Cleaner
replacement, press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes , and then press
the OK button.

Replace the shaft cleaner

Open the Top Cover .

Hold the Shaft Cleaner on the right side of the Carriage
by the grips (a) and pull it to the right to remove it.

Holding the new Shaft Cleaner by the grips (a), attach it
to the Carriage .

Close the Top Cover .

The Carriage moves back into position.

After the Carriage is moved, the Display Screen indicates
Open Upper Cover .

a

a

36

There may be ink around the nozzles of the Printhead you remove. Handle the Printhead carefully during
replacement. The ink may stain clothing.

•

Do not open the Printhead pouch until immediately before installation. After removing the Printhead from the pouch,
install it right away. If the Printhead is left after the pouch is opened, the nozzles may dry out, which may affect
printing quality.

•

When to replace the printhead

This printer is equipped with two printheads.

Replace any printheads with poor printing performance.

Replace the Printhead on the left side.

Replace the Printhead on the right side.

Use Printhead PF-05 .

Take the following precautions when handling the Printhead .

Compatible printheads

Precautions when handling the printhead

Replacing the Printhead

Replace the Printhead as follows.

Replace one or both printheads in the following situations.

If the printing quality does not improve even after one or two cycles of Head Cleaning B from the printer
menu

•

If the Display Screen indicates Open top cover and replace the left printhead. •

If the Display Screen indicates Open top cover and replace the right printhead. •

If your Canon dealer has advised you to replace the Printhead •
Replace the Printhead as directed.

37

Replacing the Printhead

Prepare a new Ink Tank when ink levels are low.•

When replacing the Printhead immediately after printing, wait a few minutes before replacing it. The metal parts of
the Printhead become hot during printing, and there is a risk of burns from touching these parts.

•

Your hands may become dirty during Printhead replacement. Use the gloves provided with the new Printhead for
replacement.

•

If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.•

1

2
3

4
5
6
7

If the roll is not ejected because of the cutting method
selected, cut it manually and remove it.
(→"Cutting Roll Paper After Printing," User Manual)

Clean inside the Top Cover . (→

, If Paper is Soiled)

Access the menu for printhead replacement

On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel , press
◄ or ► to select the Settings/Adj. tab (

).

Press the OK button.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select Maintenance , and then press the
OK button.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select Replace P.head , and then press
the OK button.

The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed.

Press ▲ or ▼ to select the Printhead for replacement.
Select Printhead L when replacing the left printhead,
Printhead R when replacing the right printhead, and L
& R Printheads when replacing both. Make sure your
selection is correct.

㪏㪇㩼

Remaining Amount

Maint. cart.

Ready
OK:Setting/Adj. Menu

38

Replacing the Printhead

Never touch the metal contacts of the Carriage . This may damage the printer.•

3

2

1

8

If the ventilation duct (a) is dirty, use a damp cloth that you
have wrung out completely to wipe it clean.

If the Carriage Cover is dirty, use a damp cloth that you
have wrung out completely to wipe it clean.

Replace the printhead

Open the Top Cover .

Instructions are now shown on the Display Screen
regarding head replacement.

Move the Carriage out of the way manually if the Carriage
is concealing the ventilation duct, and then clean the duct.

Press the OK button.
Ink is now fi lled.
After about three minutes, a message is shown on the

Display Screen instructing you to open the Top Cover .

a

39

Replacing the Printhead

Dispose of the used Printhead in accordance with local regulations.•

4

5

6

7

Pull up the Carriage Cover to open it completely.

Pull the Printhead Fixer Lever forward all the way to
open it completely.

Pull up the Printhead Fixer Cover to open it completely.

Remove the Printhead and press the OK button.

40

Replacing the Printhead

The inside surface of the Protective Part (a) and Protective Part (b) is coated with ink to protect the
nozzles. Be careful not to touch these surfaces when removing the caps.

•

The Printhead contains ink to protect the nozzles. We recommend removing Protective Part (b) as you
hold it over the Printhead package or safely out of the way to avoid spilling ink and staining your clothes
or the surrounding area. If ink accidentally spills, wipe off the ink with a dry cloth.

•

Do not reattach the Protective Part or protective material. Dispose of these materials in accordance with
local regulations.

•

When handling the Printhead , always hold it by the
grips (a). Never touch the nozzles (b) or metal contacts
(c). This may damage the Printhead and affect printing
quality.

•

Never touch the ink supply section (d). This may cause
printing problems.

•

If you need to put a Printhead somewhere temporarily before installation, do not keep the nozzles and
metal contacts facing down. If the nozzles or metal contacts are damaged, it may affect the printing
quality.

•

10

9

8

With the nozzles facing down and the metal contacts
toward the back, tilt the Printhead slightly forward and
insert it into the Carriage . Carefully push the printhead
fi rmly into the Carriage , ensuring that the nozzles and
metal contacts do not touch the carriage.

While fi rmly holding the Printhead you have removed,
use your other hand to remove the orange Protective Part
(a). Squeeze the grips (c) of Protective Part (b) and pull it
down to remove it.

Holding the new Printhead by the grips (a), remove it from
the pouch.

a

c

b

a

a

b

c

a

d

41

Replacing the Printhead

Never remove an Ink Tank while the system is fi lling with ink.•
After the Printhead has been replaced and fi lled with ink, Head Posi. Adj. ( Auto(Advanced) ) is

performed if you have selected Rep.P.head Print > On in the Control Panel menu. In this case, follow
the instructions displayed for Printhead adjustment.

•

If Rep.P.head Print is Off , perform Head Posi. Adj. ( Auto(Advanced) ) yourself.
(→ , If Vertical Lines are Warped or Colors are Misaligned)

11

12

13

14

Pull the Printhead Fixer Cover down toward the front to
lock the Printhead in place.

Push the Printhead Fixer Lever toward the back of the
printer until it clicks.

Push the Carriage Cover down toward the front.

Close the Top Cover .

Ink now fi lls the system. It takes about 13 minutes for ink
to fi ll the system.

42

Automatic

Automatic

Lowest

Super Low

Low

Standard

High

Highest

Eject

Manual

Fast
Standard

Slow

Automatic
Off

On

Off

Automatic

30 sec.

Strongest
Strong
Standard
Weak
Weakest

1 min.
3 min.
5 min.
10 min.
30 min.
60 min.

*

*

Load Paper

Eject Paper

Paper Details

Paper Details

Roll Paper

Cut Sheet

Off
On

Roll Paper
Cut Sheet

Sheet Size
Roll Length
Roll Width

Off
On

Chg. Paper Type

Chg. Paper Size

ManageRemainRoll

*1

*3
*4

*4

*

Off
On

Keep Paper Type

*

Paper Menu

Ink Menu



E

Off
1 sec.
3 sec.
5 sec.
7 sec.
9 sec.

D

C

A

Off

Loose

Standard

*

*

B

*1

*1

*1

(The paper type is
displayed here.)

Head Height

Cutting Mode

Skew Check Lv.

(The paper size is
displayed here.)

(The paper type is
displayed here.)

(The paper type is
displayed here.)

*2

A
B

C

Cut Speed

CutDustReduct.

5mm
20mm

5mm
20mm

NearEnd RollMrgn

NearEnd Sht Mrgn

Automatic
Fixed

Bordless Margin

Off
On

Width Detection

Trim Edge First

VacuumStrngth

Return Defaults

D

Scan Wait Time

E

Roll DryingTime

OK

Back

OK

Back

OK

Back

OK

Back

OK

Back

OK

Back

OK

Back

Rep. Ink Tank

Head Cleaning A

Preempt Jobs

Delete

Delete

Print

*14

Print Job

Stored Job

Job Menu

Job List (Select Print Job.)

Mailbox List Job List

Print Job List

(Enter a password if one
has been set.)

a

*1: For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide.

The paper type setting in the printer driver and related software (as well as on the Control Panel) is updated when you
install the printer driver from the User Software CD-ROM or if you change paper information by using the Media
Configuration Tool.
For information on the sizes of paper the printer supports, refer to the User Manual.
(→"Paper Sizes," User Manual)
Available only if ManageRemainRoll is On.
Available only if Width Detection is set to Off.

*14: Print Anyway is displayed when a job being held is selected.

*2:

*3:
*4:

Menu Map

The structure of Tab Selection screen menus on the control panel is as follows. Values at right labeled with an
asterisk (

*

) are the defaults. For details on settings values, refer to the User Manual.
To access tab menus, press the Menu button to display the Tab Selection screen, press ◄ or ► to select the tab,
and then press the OK button.

Menu Map

43

OK
CANCELED

Auto(Standard)
Auto(Advanced)
Auto(Expansion)
Manual

Automatic
Print Quality
Print Length

On

Off

*5

*5

*8

*

*

*6*8

*7*8

*

Adjust Printer

Head Posi. Adj.

Calibration

Feed Priority

Nozzle Check

Replace P.head

Repl. maint cart

Repl. S. Cleaner

Change Cutter

Adj. Priority

Adj. Quality

Adjust Length

Use Adj. Value

Auto Adjust

Calibration Log

Return Defaults

Date
Paper Type

Disabled
Enabled

Maintenance

Head Cleaning

Document Name

User Name

Page Count

Job Status

Print Start Time

Job Log

Print Job Log

Pause Print

HDD Information

yyyy/mm/dd hh:mm:ss

Print End Time

yyyy/mm/dd hh:mm:ss

Print Time

xxxsec.

Print Size

Interface

Media Type

xxxxxxxxsq.mm

Ink Consumed

xxx.xxx ml

AdjustmentPrint

Change Settings

Total capacity
Box free space

Nozzle Check
Status Print
Interface Print
Paper Details

Print Job Log

Menu Map

Test Print

Set./Adj. Menu

USB
Network
HDD

Auto(GenuinePpr)
Auto(OtherPaper)
Manual

Head Cleaning B

Head Cleaning A

Printhead R

Printhead L

Head Info

Printhead R
L & R Printheads

Printhead L

B:Standard/Draft

A:High

B:Standard/Draft

A:High

b

a

(Choose from information

about the latest three
print jobs.)

(The total amount of ink

consumed and ink
colors are displayed
here.)

*5:

*6:

Available after Auto(Advanced) in Head Posi. Adj. has
been used once.
Available when you have specified Feed Priority > Adj.
Priority > Automatic or Print Quality.

*7:

*8:

Available when you have specified Feed Priority > Adj.
Priority > Automatic or Print Length.
Displayed if a sheet is loaded in the printer.

OK

Back

OK

Back

OK

Back

OK

Back

OK

Back

OK

Back

OK

Back

OK

Back

Menu Map

44

EOP Timer

Interface Setup

TCP/IP

IPv4

NetWare

AppleTalk

NetWare

Frame Type

IPv4 Mode

On

Off

On

Off

Automatic

Manual

IPv6 IPv6 Support

On

Off

IPv6 StlessAddrs

On

Off

DHCPv6

On

Off

IPv4 Settings

DNS Settings

Protocol DHCP

On

Off

BOOTP

On

Off

RARP

On

Off

b

c

F

F

G

G

Print Service

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xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

Subnet Mask

IP Address

Default G/W

Pri. DNS SrvAddr

Sec. DNS SrvAddr

DNS Dync update

DNS Host Name

DNS Domain Name

Ethernet SNAP

Ethernet 802.3

Ethernet 802.2

Ethernet 2

Auto Detect

NPrinter

NDSPServer

BinderyPServer

RPrinter

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Ethernet Driver

Interface Print

Return Defaults

Auto Detect

On

Off

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Comm.Mode

Half Duplex

Full Duplex

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Ethernet Type

10 Base-T

100 Base-TX

1000 Base-T

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Spanning Tree

Not Use

Use

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MAC Address

xxxxxxxxxxxx

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60 min.

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50 min.

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Sleep Timer

System Setup

Contrast Adj.

-4,-3,-2,-1,0*,+1,+2,+3,+4

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Buzzer

Off

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DNS Settings

Statefull Addr

Stateless Addr

Pri. DNS SrvAddr

Sec. DNS SrvAddr

DNS Dync update

DNS Host Name

DNS Domain Name

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Off

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On

Off

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OK

Back

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Not shown if you have set IPv4 Mode to Manual.
Not shown if you have set NetWare to Off.
Not displayed if IPv6 Support is Off.
Not shown if you have set Auto Detect to On.
Viewing and configuration is possible for administrators, and only viewing for other users.
Viewing and configuration is possible for administrators only.

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Menu Map

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Date & Time

Date

Prep.MovePrinter

hh:mm

Paper Info
Ink Info

Head Info
System Info

Other Counter

Error Log

Printer Info

Change Password
Init.Admin.Pswd

Admin. Menu

yyyy/mm/dd
Time

Paper Size Basis

Reset PaprSetngs

Sht Selection 1

ISO A3+
13"x19"(Super B)

Sht Selection 2

ISO B1
28"x40" (ANSI F)

Length Unit

feet/inch

meter

Keep Paper Size

On

Off

Use RemoteUI

Off

On

Print After Recv

On

Off

Common Box Set.

Print (Auto Del)

Print

Date Format

dd/mm/yyyy
mm/dd/yyyy

yyyy/mm/dd

Rep.P.head Print

On

Off

Nozzle Check

Warning

Frequency

Erase HDD Data

Secure High Spd.
Secure

High Speed

Output Method

Print (Auto Del)
Save: Box XX

Print

Detect Mismatch

Warning
None
Hold Job

Pause

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Paper Info
Ink Info
Head Info
System Info

Other Counter

Error Log

OK

Back

Adj. Fine Feed

Printer Info

Menu When Printing

The following operations are available from the menu during printing.

*6: Available when you have specified Feed Priority >

Adj. Priority > Automatic or Print Quality.

The same menus as usual are shown in (Ink Menu)
and (Job Menu).

Set./Adj. Menu

0:London(GMT)
+1:Paris,Rome

+2:Athens,Cairo

+3:Moscow
+4:Eerevan,Baku
+5:Islamabad
+6:Dacca
+7:Bangkok
+8:Hong Kong
+9:Tokyo,Seoul
+10:Canberra

+11NewCaledonia
+12:Wellington

-12:Eniwetok

-11:Midway is.

-10Hawaii(AHST)

-9:Alaska(AKST)

-8:Oregon (PST)

-7:Arizona(MST)

-6:Texas(CST)

-5:NewYork(EST)

-4:Santiago

-3:Buenos Aires

-2:

-1:Cape Verde

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English

Italiano
Deutsch

Français

Español

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I

K

Language

I

Time Zone

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Level 1
Level 2
Level 3

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Use Take-up Reel

Auto Feed

Skip Take-Up Err

Take-up Reel

Enable

Disable

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On

Off

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CarriageScanWdth

Fixed

Automatic

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Off
On

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Standard
1 page

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K

OK

Back

OK

Back

OK

Back

OK

Back

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Follows the setting in Date Format.
Viewing and configuration is possible for
administrators, and only viewing for other users.
Viewing and configuration is possible for
administrators only.

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Displayed only when the Media Take-up Unit is attached.
Available if: (a) Use Take-up Reel is Enable, (b) roll paper is
loaded, and (c) you have not executed Auto Feed for the loaded
roll.
Available when Use Take-up Reel is Enable.

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Numerics

2-Inch Paper Core Attachment ................................... 12

3-Inch Paper Core Attachment ................................... 12

C

Consumables..............................................................23

F

Flange.........................................................................13

I

imagePROGRAF Support Information .........................5

Ink hole ....................................................................... 26

Ink Lamp ............................................................... 25, 29

Ink tab ................................................................... 11, 25

Ink Tank Lock Lever .............................................. 26, 28

Ink tank replacement .................................................. 24

J

Job tab ........................................................................ 11

M

Maintenance cartridge replacement ........................... 30

Menu map (menu structure) ....................................... 42

Menu operations ......................................................... 11

P

Paper Reference Guide ................................................ 5

Paper tab ........................................................ 11, 18, 22

Parts ............................................................................. 8

Printhead Fixer Cover...........................................39, 41

Printhead Fixer Lever ........................................... 39, 41

Printhead replacement ...............................................36

R

Roll loading in the printer ............................................ 14

Roll loading on the Roll Holder ................................... 12

Roll removal................................................................18

S

Settings/Adj. tab ............................................. 11, 31, 37

Shaft Cleaner..................................................23, 32, 35

Sheet loading..............................................................20

Sheet removal ............................................................22

T

Tab Selection screen ............................................ 11, 42

U

User Manual ................................................................. 5

Index

©CANON INC. 2010 Printed in JAPANQT5-2367-V1

Canon Inc.

30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan

Canon U.S.A., Inc.

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

Canon Europe Ltd.

3 The Square, Stockley Park, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB11 1ET United Kingdom

Canon (China) Co., Ltd.

15F Jinbao Building No.89 Jinbao Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100005, China

Canon Australia Pty. Ltd.

1 Thomas Holt Drive, North Ryde, Sydney, N.S.W.2113, Australia

*QT52367V1*