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Large Format Printer
Series
Basic Guide
Preface
Safety Precautions...................................................... 2
Manuals for this printer................................................... 6
Handling Paper
Handling rolls................................................................ 12
Handling sheets............................................................ 25
Consumables and Maintenance
Ink Tanks....................................................................... 29
Printheads..................................................................... 40
Maintenance Cartridge.................................................. 46
Cleaning the Printer...................................................... 51
Printer Parts
Operations and Display Screen.................................... 55
Printer parts.................................................................. 67
Printer Relocation
Preparing to Transfer the Printer...................................73
Software Installation
Installing the Printer Driver (Windows).......................... 82
Installing the Printer Driver (Mac OS)........................... 84
Convenient Printer Driver Features.............................. 86
Adjustments for Better Print Quality
Adjusting the Printhead................................................. 92
Adjusting the feed amount............................................ 94
Troubleshooting
Error Message
Manuals for this printer
Setup Guide
Quick Guide
Basic Guide Electronic manual
User's Guide Electronic manual
Paper Reference Guide Electronic manual
Read this manual before attempting to operate the printer.
Keep this manual in a handy location for future referencing.
Problems Regarding Paper........................................... 97
Printing does not start................................................. 107
The printer stops during a print job............................. 109
Problems with the printing quality............................... 110
Cannot print over a network........................................ 117
Installation problems................................................... 118
HP-GL/2 problems...................................................... 119
Other problems........................................................... 121
Messages regarding paper......................................... 125
Messages regarding ink.............................................. 134
Messages regarding printing or adjustment................ 136
Messages regarding printheads.................................. 138
Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge......... 140
Messages regarding the hard disk.............................. 141
Messages regarding HP-GL/2..................................... 143
Other Messages.......................................................... 144
Error Messages........................................................... 146
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Safety Precautions
Preface
Preface
Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................................ 2
Legal Notices ....................................................................................................................................................4
Safety Precautions
Preface Safety Precautions
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 fire or electrical shocks.
Printer location
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Do not set up the printer in any location exposed to alcohol, thinner, or other volatile liquids. If these substances
Warning
Caution
come into contact with electrical components inside the printer, there is a risk of fire or electrical shock.
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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 flame. This could cause a fire 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 fibers may enter the printer and cause a fire.
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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 fire and electrical shocks.
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Do not install the printer near sources of strong electromagnetic fields, whether equipment that generates such
fields or places where such fields occur. This could damage the printer or cause malfunction.
iPF840 Series
Power Supply
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Never handle the power cable with wet hands. Doing so may cause electrical shock.
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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 fire or electrical shock.
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Do not use any power cable other than the one provided. This could cause a fire 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 fire
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 fire or electrical shock.
Never knot the power cable or wrap it around itself. This could cause a fire or electrical shock.
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Periodically disconnect the power cable and use a dry cloth to wipe away dust that has collected on the plug and
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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 fire.
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Caution
Safety Precautions
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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 fire or electrical shock.
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Never use an extension cord. This could cause a fire or electrical shock.
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Never use any power source other than 100–120 / 220–240 V AC. This could cause a fire or electrical shock. The
printer operating conditions are described below. Use the printer under the following conditions.
Power supply voltage: 100–120 / 220–240 V AC
Power supply frequency: 50/60 Hz
In an Emergency
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If the printer emits smoke or strange odors, continuing to use the printer may cause a fire or electrical shock.
Warning
Switch the printer off immediately and remove the power plug from the power outlet. Contact your Canon dealer
or support center.
Cleaning the Printer
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For cleaning, use a cloth dampened in water. Never use flammable solvents such as alcohol, benzene, or thinner.
Warning
Caution
If these substances come into contact with electrical components inside the printer, there is a risk of fire or electrical shock.
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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.
Pacemakers
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This printer generates a low-level magnetic field. Anyone wearing a pacemaker who experiences discomfort while
Warning
working around the printer should leave the area. Consult a physician before continuing to work around the printer.
Moving the Printer
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Moving the printer requires at least six people, holding it on both sides. Be careful to avoid back strain and other
Caution
injuries.
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When moving the printer, firmly 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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Printhead, Ink Tanks, and Maintenance Cartridge
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Always store consumables in a safe location out of the reach of small children. If a child licks or ingests ink acci-
Caution
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dentally, seek medical assistance immediately.
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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.
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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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Other
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Never disassemble the printer or attempt repairs. There are high voltage parts inside the printer that can cause a
Warning
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Caution
fire or electrical shock.
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Never use flammable sprays around the printer. The gas of flammable sprays can cause a fire or electrical shock,
if it contacts high voltage points inside the printer.
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Never touch the cutting edge of Cutter Unit (a). This could cause personal injury.
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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 flammable liquids (alcohol, benzene, etc.). If such objects fall into the printer, this could
cause a fire or electrical shock.
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To prevent a fire 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 contact your Canon dealer or support center. If you continue to use the printer, this could cause a fire 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
Important
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connector matches the connection point on the printer.
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During printing, turn on the ventilation system in the room.
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We recommend ensuring ample space for installation.
FCC Regulations (U.S.A)
Canon Large Format Printer iPF840
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:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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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 modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual.
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 Park Melville, NY 11747 , U.S.A.
Tel No. 1-800-652-2666
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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.
For CA, USA Only
Included battery contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply.
See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for detail.
Trademarks
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Canon, the Canon logo, and imagePROGRAF are trademarks or registered trademarks of CANON INC.
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Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
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Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
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Mac, Mac OS, Bonjour and OS X are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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Adobe RGB, a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated, is color space proposed by Adobe Systems Incorporated.
Copyright
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Unauthorized reproduction of this user manual in whole or part is prohibited.
Legal Notice
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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.
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It is illegal to reproduce legal certificates, licenses, travel tickets, and certain public and private documents prohibited from reproduction by law. Reproduction of such items may be subject to criminal prosecution.
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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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Basic Guide
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Manuals for this printer
Manuals for this printer
Manuals for this printer
Manuals for this printer ..................................................................................................................................... 6
To view the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide ......................................................................................... 6
About This User Manual .................................................................................................................................. 10
Manuals for this printer
Manuals for this printer
This printer has the following manuals.
Preface Manuals for this printer
Name Contents Medium
Setup Guide Instructions for unpacking and setting up the printer, and for
installing the software and electronic manuals.
Quick Guide Contains information such as a guide to exchanging paper,
Ink Tank, and Printhead, and cautions for using the product
safely.
Basic Guide Descriptions of basic printer operations. Electronic manuals
User's Guide Detailed instructions for using the printer.
Paper Reference Guide This guide describes about the types and specifications of the
available media on the printer.
Setup Guide Quick Guide Basic Guide User's Guide Paper Reference Guide
Printed Manuals
iPF840 Series
To view the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide
To view the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide
To view the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide, display the various manuals on the website from the links in
the software installed on your computer.
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Windows
The basic instructions for displaying the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide from the printer driver are as
follows.
1
Install the software.
Note that the driver installation procedure varies depending on the type of connection.
(See "Installing the Software (Windows).") ➔P.82
2
Click start > Printers and Faxes (or Printer, Devices and Printers).
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Right-click the printer, and then click Properties (or
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Printer Properties).
Click Preferences (or Printing Preferences) to
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display the Printing Preferences dialog box with
the printer name added to the title.
To view the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide
Preface Manuals for this printer
Select the Support sheet and click the User Man-
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ual button.
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Basic Guide
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To view the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide
To display User's Guide, click User's Guide.
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Alternately, to display Paper Reference Guide, click
Paper Reference Guide.
Preface Manuals for this printer
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Mac OS
The basic instructions for displaying the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide from imagePROGRAF Print-
monitor are as follows.
1
Install the software.
(See "Installing the Software (Mac OS).")
Click System Preferences icon in the Dock.
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➔P.84
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Click Printers & Scanners (Print & Scan or Print &
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Fax).
Select the printer in the Printer list and click Options
4
& Supplies.
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Click Utility.
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Click Open Printer Utility.
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To view the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide
Preface Manuals for this printer
Click Support.
7
Basic Guide
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About This User Manual
Click the User Manual button.
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Preface Manuals for this printer
To display User's Guide, click User's Guide.
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Alternately, to display Paper Reference Guide, click
Paper Reference Guide.
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About This User Manual
About This User Manual
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Symbols
The following symbols are used in this user manual to indicate safety information and explanations on restric-
tions or precautions in use.
Warning Indicates warning items for which operating error poses a risk of death or serious injury. To ensure safe
use, always follow these warnings.
Caution Indicates caution items for which operating error poses a risk of injury. To ensure safe use, always follow
these cautions.
Important Indicates important information and restrictions that definitely are to be followed during operation. Be sure
to read this information to prevent troubles, malfunctions, or damage to equipment or property by operating errors.
Note Indicates helpful reference information and supplemental information on particular topics.
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Button names and user interface elements
Key and button names on the control panel and user interface elements in software (such as menus and but-
tons) are indicated as follows in this user manual.
Control panel buttons Example: Press the OK button.
Control panel messages Example: Head Cleaning is displayed.
Software interface items
(menus and buttons)
Example: Click OK.
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About This User Manual
Keyboard keys Example: Press the Tab key.
Cross-reference
Other pages or manuals that provide related information are indicated as follows in this user manual.
Cross-reference in the same user manual Example: see "Menu Structure." ➔ P.60
Cross-reference in related manuals Example: Refer to the Paper Reference Guide.
Other cross-reference Example: See the printer driver help.
Figures and software screens
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Figures in this user manual may be different from the actual appearance of the printer in some cases.
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Screens depicted in this user manual for the printer driver or other software may be different from the actual screens because of subsequent updates.
May we request
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The information in this user manual is subject to change without notice.
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We strive to ensure accuracy of information in this user manual, but if you notice errors or omissions, contact support center.
Preface Manuals for this printer
Basic Guide
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Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls
Handling Paper
Handling Paper
Handling rolls
Handling rolls
Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls .................................................................................................................... 12
Loading Rolls in the Printer ............................................................................................................................. 15
Removing the Roll from the Printer .................................................................................................................. 21
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Handling Paper Handling rolls
Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls
Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls
When printing on rolls, attach the Roll Holder to the roll.
Rolls have a two- or three-inch paper core. Use the correct attachment for the paper core. The printer comes
equipped with the 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment installed.
Using the 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment Using the 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment
Roll Holder Side Holder Stopper Side Roll Holder Side Holder Stopper Side
No Attachment Needed 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment #1 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment #2
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Set the roll on a table or other flat surface so that it does not roll or fall. Rolls are heavy, and dropping a roll may
Caution
cause injury.
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b
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Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls
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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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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. Be careful not to cut through any barcodes printed on the roll.
Handling Paper Handling rolls
Align the edges of the paper on both ends of the roll. This may cause feeding problems.
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For details on supported sizes and types of roll paper, see Paper Sizes or the Paper Reference Guide. (See
"Paper Sizes.") ➔User's Guide (See "Displaying the Paper Reference Guide.") ➔User's Guide
Note
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To view instructions as you attach the Roll Holder, press the Navigate button. (See "How to View Instructions With
Navigate.") ➔User's Guide
Lift the Holder Stopper lever (a) from the shaft side to
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unlock it. Holding the Holder Stopper at the position
indicated (b), remove it from the Roll Holder.
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a
b
a
a
b
Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls
When using a 3-inch paper core, align the tips (a) of 3-
2
Inch Paper Core Attachment #1 with the holes (b) of
the Roll Holder and insert it firmly.
Handling Paper Handling rolls
With the edge of the roll paper facing forward as
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shown, insert the Roll Holder from the right of the roll.
Insert it firmly until the roll touches the flange (a) of
the Roll Holder.
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When loading a roll, be careful to avoid hitting the printer hard with the roll. This may damage the Roll
Important
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Insert the attachments for the roll paper core on the Holder Stopper.
Align the tips (a) of the attachment with the holes (b) of the Holder Stopper and insert it firmly.
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3-Inch Paper Core Attachment #2
Holder.
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b
a
c
b
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Insert the Holder Stopper from the left in the Roll
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Holder as shown. Holding it at the position shown (b),
push it firmly in until the flange (a) of the Holder Stopper touches the roll. Lock the Holder Stopper lever (c)
by pushing it down toward the shaft side.
Loading Rolls in the Printer
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2-Inch Paper Core Attachment
Handling Paper Handling rolls
Loading Rolls in the Printer
Loading Rolls in the Printer
Follow these steps to load rolls in the printer.
You can load rolls in two positions, in the Roll 1 (Upper) and Roll 2 (Lower) holders.
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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
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correctly when you turn the printer on.
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Before loading a roll, confirm whether the inside of the Top Cover or the Ejection Guide is soiled. If soiled, we
recommend cleaning in advance. (See "Cleaning Inside the Top Cover.") ➔ P.51
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Loading Rolls in the Printer
Loading rolls in the Roll 1 (Upper) holder
Press the Load button.
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Handling Paper Handling rolls
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Press ▲ or ▼ to select Roll 1 (Upper), and then press the OK button.
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If any cut sheet has been fed, or roll paper that will not be used has been fed from Roll 1 (Upper), a
message is shown requesting you to remove it.
Note
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Remove the paper and go to the next step.
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If roll paper is loaded in Roll 1 (Upper) but Roll 1 (Upper) is not selected as the paper source, a message
asking you whether or not to change paper is displayed.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Load, and then press the OK button. Remove the paper and proceed to the next
step.
Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide.
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.
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Using both hands, pull out the roll evenly on both
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ends and insert it in the Paper Feed Slot (a). Advance
the roll until the buzzer sounds.
Loading Rolls in the Printer
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Be careful not to drop the roll and hurt yourself when loading it.
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Caution
Note
Be careful not to pinch your fingers between the Roll Holder shaft (a) and the guide grooves (b) when
loading rolls.
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For instructions on attaching the Roll Holder to rolls, see "Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls." ➔ P.12
Handling Paper Handling rolls
Important
Lower the Ejection Guide.
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Be careful not to soil the printing surface of roll paper as you insert it in the slot. This may affect the
printing quality. We recommend wearing clean cloth gloves when handling rolls to protect the printing
surface.
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If the paper is wrinkled or warped, straighten it out before loading it.
Load the roll so that there is no gap between
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the right edge of the paper and the Roll Holder.
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Loading Rolls in the Printer
Close the Top Cover.
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Press the OK button.
The paper is now advanced.
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Once paper feeding starts, you will need to do the following, based on the ManageRemainRoll setting and
the barcode printed on rolls. (See "Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left.")
ManageRemainRoll
Off Printed A menu for selection of the type of paper is shown on the Display Screen.
On Printed The type and amount of paper left is automatically detected based on the barcode printed on the
Barcodes Printer Operation After the Paper is Fed
Not printed
Not printed
Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the OK button.
roll.
There is no need to specify the type and length of the paper.
A menu for selection of the type and length of paper is shown on the Display Screen.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type and length of paper loaded, and then press the OK button.
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➔User's Guide
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Cut the edge of the roll using the Paper Cutting function if the edge is creased or soiled. (See "Speci-
Important
Note
fying the Cutting Method for Rolls.") ➔User's Guide
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For details on types of paper to select, see the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Displaying the Paper Ref-
erence Guide.") ➔User's Guide
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Adjusting the printhead alignment with the type of paper to be used in printing may enhance printing quality. (See "Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors.") ➔ P.92
Loading rolls in the Roll 2 (Lower) holder
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Do not detach the Roll Unit in the following cases.
Caution
1
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During printing
Vibration from removing the Roll Unit may affect the printing quality.
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If a sheet is loaded in the printer
The sheet may be ejected, and (rarely) it may be bent.
Press the Load button.
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Press ▲ or ▼ to select Roll 2 (Lower), and then press the OK button.
Holding the Roll Unit Lever (a), pull out the Roll Unit.
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Holding the Roll Holder so that the side with the white
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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.
Loading Rolls in the Printer
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If any cut sheet has been fed, or roll paper that will not be used has been fed from Roll 2 (Lower), a
message is shown requesting you to remove it.
Note
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Remove the paper and go to the next step.
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If roll paper is loaded in Roll 2 (Lower) but Roll 2 (Lower) is not selected as the paper source, a message
asking you whether or not to change paper is displayed.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Load, and then press the OK button. Remove the paper and proceed to the next
step.
Handling Paper Handling rolls
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Be careful not to drop the roll and hurt yourself when loading it.
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Caution
Note
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Be careful not to pinch your fingers between the Roll Holder shaft (a) and the guide grooves (b) when
loading rolls.
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For instructions on attaching the Roll Holder to rolls, see "Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls." ➔ P.12
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Loading Rolls in the Printer
Pull out the roll evenly on both ends and insert it in
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the Paper Feed Slot (a). Advance the roll until the
buzzer sounds.
Handling Paper Handling rolls
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Be careful not to soil the printing surface of roll paper as you insert it in the slot. This may affect the
Important
printing quality. We recommend wearing clean cloth gloves when handling rolls to protect the printing
surface.
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If the paper is wrinkled or warped, straighten it out before loading it.
Load the roll so that there is no gap between
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the right edge of the paper and the Roll Holder.
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In a crouching position, push the Roll Unit into the
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printer.
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Press the OK button.
The paper is now advanced.
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Once paper feeding starts, you will need to do the following, based on the ManageRemainRoll setting and
the barcode printed on rolls. (See "Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left.")
ManageRemainRoll
Off Printed A menu for selection of the type of paper is shown on the Display Screen.
On Printed The type and amount of paper left is automatically detected based on the barcode printed on the
Barcodes Printer Operation After the Paper is Fed
Not printed
Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the OK button.
roll.
There is no need to specify the type and length of the paper.
➔User's Guide
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Ready
Plain Paper
OK: Paper Menu
Plain Paper
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Removing the Roll from the Printer
ManageRemainRoll
On
Removing the Roll from the Printer
Removing the Roll from the Printer
Remove rolls from the printer as follows.
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Note
Barcodes Printer Operation After the Paper is Fed
Not printed
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Cut the edge of the roll using the Paper Cutting function if the edge is creased or soiled. (See "Speci-
Important
Note
If you need to cut a printed roll, select Paper Cutting in the printer menu and cut the roll at the desired position.
(See "Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls.") ➔ User's Guide
fying the Cutting Method for Rolls.") ➔User's Guide
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For details on types of paper to select, see the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Displaying the Paper Ref-
erence Guide.") ➔User's Guide
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Adjusting the printhead alignment with the type of paper to be used in printing may enhance printing quality. (See "Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors.") ➔ P.92
A menu for selection of the type and length of paper is shown on the Display Screen.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type and length of paper loaded, and then press the OK button.
Removing rolls from the Roll 1 (Upper) position
On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or
1
▶ to select the Paper tab ( ).
Handling Paper Handling rolls
2
Press the OK button.
The Paper Menu is displayed.
3
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Remove Roll, and then press the OK button.
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Press ▲ or ▼ to select Roll 1 (Upper), and then press the OK button.
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Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button.
The roll is rewound.
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Note
Important
If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
If you have selected ManageRemainRoll >
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On in the Control Panel menu, a barcode is
printed on the leading edge of the roll.
Do not remove the roll before the barcode is
printed. You will be unable to keep track of
the amount of roll paper left. (See "Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left.") ➔ User's Guide
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Removing the Roll from the Printer
Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide.
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Handling Paper Handling rolls
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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 flange (a), remove the holder
from the Roll Holder Slot.
•
For instructions on removing the Roll Holder from rolls, see "Removing the Roll Holder from
Rolls." ➔User's Guide
Note
Lower the Ejection Guide and close the Top Cover.
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Ready
Plain Paper
OK: Paper Menu
Plain Paper
a
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Removing the Roll from the Printer
•
To load new paper in the printer at this point, see "Loading Rolls in the Printer." ➔ P.15
•
Clean inside the top cover before loading paper.
Note
(See "Cleaning Inside the Top Cover.") ➔ P.51
Removing rolls from the Roll 2 (Lower) position
On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or
1
▶ to select the Paper tab (
).
Handling Paper Handling rolls
•
If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Note
2
Press the OK button.
The Paper Menu is displayed.
3
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Remove Roll, and then press the OK button.
4
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Roll 2 (Lower), and then press the OK button.
5
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button.
The roll is rewound.
If you have selected ManageRemainRoll >
•
Important
Check that "No Paper Loaded" is displayed on the
6
Display Screen, and then grasp the Roll Unit Lever
(a) and pull out the Roll Unit.
On in the Control Panel menu, a barcode is
printed on the leading edge of the roll.
Do not remove the roll before the barcode is
printed. You will be unable to keep track of
the amount of roll paper left. (See "Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left.") ➔ User's Guide
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Removing the Roll from the Printer
Using both hands, rotate the Roll Holder in the direc-
7
tion of the arrow to rewind the roll.
Handling Paper Handling rolls
Remove the Roll Holder from the Roll Holder Slot.
8
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•
For instructions on removing the Roll Holder from rolls, see "Removing the Roll Holder from
Rolls." ➔User's Guide
Note
•
To load new paper in the printer at this point, see "Loading Rolls in the Printer." ➔ P.15
In a crouching position, push the Roll Unit in with both
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hands.
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Loading Sheets in the Printer
Loading Sheets in the Printer
Follow these steps to load sheets in the printer.
1
Loading Sheets in the Printer
Handling sheets
Handling sheets
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Removing Sheets ............................................................................................................................................28
•
Paper that is wrinkled or warped may jam. If necessary, straighten the paper and reload it.
•
Important
Note
Load the paper straight. Loading paper askew will cause an error. (See "Paper loaded askew..") ➔ P.131
•
If you are using cut sheets of length 860 mm (33.9 in) or more, the loaded cut sheets may touch the floor, causing soiling and scratching of the paper. If this happens, place a clean cloth or paper on the floor so that the cut
sheets do not touch the floor directly.
•
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. (See "Cleaning Inside the Top Cover.") ➔ P.51
•
Store unused paper in the original package, away from high temperature, humidity, and direct sunlight.
Select sheets as the paper source.
•
If a print job was received
Sheets are automatically selected, and the media type and size specified by the print job are shown on
the Display Screen.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Load Paper, and then press the OK button.
Handling Paper Handling sheets
•
If no print job was received
1.
Press the Load button.
2.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Cut Sheet, and then press the OK button.
•
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.
Note
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c
a
b
d
c
c
b
a
Loading Sheets in the Printer
Lift the Release Lever and open the Top Cover.
2
Handling Paper Handling sheets
Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage
•
Important
Shaft (b), or Ink Tube Stabilizer (c). Touching
these parts may damage them.
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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.
1.
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.
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When inserted, sheets are automatically held by suction against the Platen.
Lower the Release Lever and close the Top Cover.
4
Loading Sheets in the Printer
•
Load a sheet so that it is parallel to the Paper Alignment Line at right (c). Loading paper askew will
Important
Note
cause an error.
•
Warped paper may rub against the Printhead. Straighten paper if it is warped before loading it.
•
You can adjust the strength of suction holding paper against the Platen when the Release Lever is up. If it
is difficult 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.
However, even if you increase the suction, it may not be sufficient to hold some types of paper against
the Platen well. In this case, use your hand to load the paper.
•
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 finish loading a sheet during
this time, pull the sheet away and reinsert it to start the suction again.
Handling Paper Handling sheets
•
If a print job was received
Pressing the OK button will advance the paper, and then printing will begin.
•
If no print job was received
A menu for selection of the type of paper is shown on the Display Screen.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the OK button.
The printer now starts feeding the paper.
•
Refer to Paper Reference Guide for details on type of paper to select. (See "Displaying the Paper Refer-
ence Guide.") ➔User's Guide
Note
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Removing Sheets
Removing Sheets
Removing Sheets
Remove sheets from the printer as follows.
On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or
1
Handling Paper Handling sheets
2
3
4
5
6
▶ to select the Paper tab (
•
If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Note
Press the OK button.
The Paper Menu is displayed.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Eject Paper, and then press the OK button.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Cut Sheet, and then press the OK button.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button.
The paper is ejected from the front of the printer.
As you hold the sheet, lift the Release Lever and remove the sheet.
).
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Lower the Release Lever.
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Consumables and Maintenance
Consumables and Maintenance
Replacing Ink Tanks
Replacing Ink Tanks
Compatible ink tanks
For information on the compatible ink tanks for this printer, see "Ink Tanks."
Replacement ink tanks in 330 ml (11.2 fl oz) and 700 ml (23.7 fl oz) capacities are supported.
Precautions when handling ink tanks
Take the following precautions when handling ink tanks.
Replacing Ink Tanks
Ink Tanks
Ink Tanks
➔User's Guide
•
Depending on the color, you can also use an ink tank with a different capacity.
Note
•
For safety, keep ink tanks out of the reach of children.
•
Caution
Important
If ink is accidentally ingested, contact a physician immediately.
•
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.
•
Do not install used ink tanks in another model of printer.
This will prevent correct ink level detection, which may damage the printer or cause other problems.
•
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.
Consumables and Maintenance Ink Tanks
How to replace an Ink Tank
1.
Confirm the message ➔P.29
2.
Access the menu for Access the menu for Ink Tank replacement ➔P.30 (Otherwise, open the Ink Tank Cover.)
3.
Remove the Ink Tank.
•
Remove the Ink Tank (330 ml) ➔P.31
•
Remove the Ink Tank (700 ml) ➔P.32
4.
Load the new Ink Tank.
•
Load the Ink Tank (330 ml) ➔P.33
•
Load the Ink Tank (700 ml) ➔P.36
Confirm the message
When the ink level becomes low, a message is displayed on the Display Screen.
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Printing
OK: Ink Menu
Printing
OK: Ink Menu
Not much ink is
left. Prepare to
replace the ink.
C M Y
M
B
K
B
K
OK
Replace ink tank.
No ink left.
C M Y
M
B
K
B
K
Ready
OK: Ink Menu
C M Y
M
B
K
B
K
Replacing Ink Tanks
According to the message, replace the ink tank or prepare a new ink tank. (See "When to Replace Ink
Tanks.")
Consumables and Maintenance Ink Tanks
➔User's Guide
If a message requests you to replace an Ink Tank, press the OK button. In this case, you can skip the step Access
the menu for ink tank replacement. Follow the instructions in Remove the ink tanks.
•
Do not remove an Ink Tank during initialization immediately after turning on the printer, or during printhead clean-
Important
ing. Ink may leak out.
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•
Ink Tank replacement is possible even during printing, when print jobs are being canceled, or when paper is being
advanced.
Note
Access the menu for Ink Tank replacement
On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or
1
▶ to select the Ink tab ( ).
•
If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Note
2
Press the OK button.
The Ink Menu is displayed.
3
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Rep. Ink Tank, and then press the OK button.
Instructions are displayed on the Display Screen.
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a
G
G
a
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Replacing Ink Tanks
Remove the Ink Tank (330 ml)
Open the Ink Tank Cover of the tank for replacement
1
and check the Ink Lamp.
The Ink Lamp flashes quickly if there is no ink left.
•
Avoid hitting the printer when replacing an Ink Tank. Handle the printer gently when replacing tanks.
Important
Lift the stopper (a) of the Ink Tank Lock Lever for the
2
color to replace. Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it
stops, and then push it down to the front.
Jolting the printer during printing may deteriorate print quality.
Consumables and Maintenance 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.
Note
Hold the Ink Tank by the grips (a) and remove it.
3
Press the OK button.
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a
a
Replacing Ink Tanks
If there is still ink in the Ink Tank you removed, store it with the
•
Important
ink holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause
stains. Put the removed Ink Tank in a plastic bag and seal it.
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Consumables and Maintenance Ink Tanks
•
Note
Remove the Ink Tank (700 ml)
Open the Ink Tank Cover of the tank for replacement
1
and check the Ink Lamp.
The Ink Lamp flashes quickly if there is no ink left.
Important
Lift the stopper (a) of the Ink Tank Lock Lever for the
2
color to replace. Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it
stops, and then push it down to the front.
Dispose of used ink tanks according to local regulations.
•
Avoid hitting the printer when replacing an Ink Tank. Handle the printer gently when replacing tanks.
Jolting the printer during printing may deteriorate print quality.
•
Push the Ink Tank Lock Lever down until it locks.
•
Make sure the Ink Tank Lock Lever does not return to the original position.
Note
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a
B
K
a
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Hold the Ink Tank by the handle (a) and remove it.
3
Press the OK button.
Replacing Ink Tanks
If there is still ink in the Ink Tank you removed, store it in the
•
Important
box with the ink holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak
and cause stains.
Consumables and Maintenance Ink Tanks
•
Dispose of used ink tanks according to local regulations.
Note
Load the Ink Tank (330 ml)
Before opening the pouch, tilt the Ink Tank to the left
1
and right gently seven or eight times.
•
Do not remove and agitate ink tanks that have already been installed in the printer. Ink may leak out.
•
Important
If you do not agitate the Ink Tank, the ink may settle, which may affect printing quality.
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Replacing Ink Tanks
•
If the Ink Tank is cold, allow it to adjust to room temperature before attaching it to the printer.
Note
Open the pouch and remove the Ink Tank.
2
Consumables and Maintenance Ink Tanks
•
Never touch the ink holes or electrical contacts. This may cause stains, damage the Ink Tank, and af-
Important
Press the OK button and insert the Ink Tank into the
3
fect printing quality.
holder facing as shown, with the ink holes down.
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•
Ink tanks cannot be loaded in the holder if the color or orientation is incorrect.
Important
If the Ink Tank does not fit 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.
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Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then
4
push it down until it clicks into place.
Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit in red.
5
Replacing Ink Tanks
Consumables and Maintenance Ink Tanks
•
Note
Close the Ink Tank Cover.
6
If the Ink Lamp is not lit in red, reload the tank.
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BK
M
BK
G
Y
Y
M
a
Replacing Ink Tanks
•
After Ink Tank replacement, always close the Ink Tank Cover. If the Ink Tank Cover cannot close, some
Important
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.
Consumables and Maintenance Ink Tanks
Load the Ink Tank (700 ml)
Before opening the pouch, hold the new Ink Tank with
1
both hands and tilt it to the left and right as shown,
shaking gently it seven or eight times.
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•
700 ml ink tanks are heavy, so use your whole arm to agitate it instead of just your wrist. If you agitate it
Caution
Important
using just your wrist, you may injure your wrist.
•
Do not remove and agitate ink tanks that have already been installed in the printer. Ink may leak out.
•
If you do not agitate the Ink Tank, the ink may settle, which may affect printing quality.
•
If the Ink Tank is cold, allow it to adjust to room temperature before attaching it to the printer.
Note
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Open the pouch and remove the Ink Tank.
2
Press the OK button and insert the Ink Tank into the
3
holder facing as shown, with the ink holes down.
Replacing Ink Tanks
•
Never touch the ink holes or electrical contacts. This may cause stains, damage the Ink Tank, and af-
Important
fect printing quality.
Consumables and Maintenance Ink Tanks
•
Ink tanks cannot be loaded in the holder if the color or orientation is incorrect.
Important
Basic Guide
If the Ink Tank does not fit 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.
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M
Replacing Ink Tanks
Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then
4
push it down until it clicks into place.
Consumables and Maintenance Ink Tanks
Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit in red.
5
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•
Note
Close the Ink Tank Cover.
6
If the Ink Lamp is not lit in red, reload the tank.
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BK
M
BK
G
Y
Y
M
a
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Replacing Ink Tanks
•
After Ink Tank replacement, always close the Ink Tank Cover. If the Ink Tank Cover cannot close, some
Important
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.
Consumables and Maintenance Ink Tanks
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Replacing the Printhead
Printheads
Printheads
Replacing the Printhead
Replacing the Printhead
When to replace the Printhead
Consumables and Maintenance Printheads
Replace the Printhead 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 printhead."
•
If your Canon dealer has advised you to replace the Printhead
Compatible printheads
For information on compatible printheads, see "Printhead."
➔User's Guide
Precautions when handling the Printhead
Take the following precautions when handling the Printhead.
•
For safety, keep the Printhead out of the reach of children.
•
Caution
If ink is accidentally ingested, contact a physician immediately.
•
Do not touch the Printhead immediately after printing. The Printhead becomes extremely hot, and there is a risk
of burns.
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•
There may be ink around the nozzles of the Printhead you remove. Handle the Printhead carefully during re-
Important
placement. 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.
Access the menu for Printhead replacement
•
When replacing the Printhead immediately after printing, wait a few minutes before replacing it. The metal parts of
Caution
Important
Note
1
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.
•
Prepare a new Ink Tank when ink levels are low.
•
When the remaining capacity of Maintenance cartridge is low, prepare a new Maintenance cartridge.
On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or
▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( ).
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2
Press the OK button.
The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed.
Replacing the Printhead
•
If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Note
3
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Maintenance, and then press the OK button.
4
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Replace P.head, and then press the OK button.
Ink begins being drawn in. When it finishes, instructions are displayed on the Display Screen.
Replace the Printhead
Open the Top Cover.
1
Instructions are now shown on the Display Screen regarding Printhead replacement.
If the Printhead Fixer Cover or Printhead Fixer Lever
2
is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out
completely to wipe it clean.
Consumables and Maintenance Printheads
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c
a
b
a
Replacing the Printhead
Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage
•
Shaft (b), or Ink Tube Stabilizer (c). Touching
these parts may damage them.
Consumables and Maintenance Printheads
Important
If the ventilation duct (a) is dirty, use a damp cloth that
3
you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean. Move
the Carriage out of the way manually if the Carriage is
concealing the ventilation duct, and then clean the
duct.
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Pull the Printhead Fixer Lever forward all the way to open
4
it completely.
Pull up the Printhead Fixer Cover to open it completely.
5
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d
c
b
a
a
a
d
a
c
b
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Remove the Printhead and press the OK button.
6
Replacing the Printhead
•
Never touch the metal contacts of the Carriage. Furthermore, do not allow any dirt or debris to become
Important
adhered to the metal contacts of the Carriage. These may damage the printer.
•
Dispose of the used Printhead in accordance with local regulations.
Consumables and Maintenance Printheads
Note
Holding the new Printhead by the grips (a), remove it from
7
the pouch.
•
When handling the Printhead, always hold it by the grips (a). Never touch the nozzles (b) or metal con-
Important
While firmly holding the Printhead you have removed, use
8
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.
tacts (c). This may damage the Printhead and affect printing quality.
Never touch the ink supply section (d). This may
•
cause printing problems.
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Replacing the Printhead
•
The inside surface of the Protective Part (a) and Protective Part (b) is coated with ink to protect the
Important
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.
•
Consumables and Maintenance Printheads
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.
•
Do not reattach the removed Protective Part. Dispose of these materials in accordance with local regulations.
With the nozzles facing down and the metal contacts to-
9
ward the back, insert the Printhead into the Carriage.
Carefully push the printhead firmly into the Carriage, ensuring that the nozzles and metal contacts do not touch
the carriage.
Pull the Printhead Fixer Cover down toward the front to
10
lock the Printhead in place.
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Push the Printhead Fixer Lever toward the back of the
11
printer until it clicks.
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Close the Top Cover.
12
Ink now fills the system.
Replacing the Printhead
•
While ink is being filled, definitely do not remove the Ink Tank or Maintenance Cartridge. Ink may leak
Important
Note
out.
•
After Printhead has been replaced and filled with ink, Head Posi. Adj. ( Auto(Advanced) ) is performed
if you have selected Rep.P.head Print > On in the Control Panel menu. (See "Menu Set-
tings.")
➔User's Guide
In this case, follow the instructions on the Display Screen for Printhead adjustment.
If Rep.P.head Print is Off, perform Head Posi. Adj. ( Auto(Advanced) ) yourself. (See "Automatic Ad-
justment to Straighten Lines and Colors.") ➔ P.92
Consumables and Maintenance Printheads
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Maintenance
Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge
Maintenance Cartridge
Maintenance Cartridge
Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge
Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge
Compatible maintenance cartridges
Consumables and Maintenance Maintenance Cartridge
For information on compatible maintenance cartridges, see "Maintenance Cartridge."
➔User's Guide
Precautions when handling the Maintenance Cartridge
Take the following precautions when handling the Maintenance Cartridge.
•
For safety, keep the Maintenance Cartridge out of the reach of children.
•
Caution
Important
If ink is accidentally ingested, contact a physician immediately.
•
Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge except to replace it. Ink may leak out.
•
Do not remove an Maintenance Cartridge during initialization immediately after turning on the printer, during
Printhead cleaning, while ink is being drawn out, or during initialization immediately after replacing the Maintenance Cartridge.
The Maintenance Cartridge may become damaged or ink may leak out.
•
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.
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Confirm the message
When the Maintenance Cartridge is almost empty, a message is shown on the Display Screen. According to the
message, replace the Maintenance Cartridge or prepare a new Maintenance Cartridge. (See "When to Replace the
Maintenance Cartridge.")
If a message is displayed requesting Maintenance Cartridge replacement, you can skip the step Access the menu
for Maintenance Cartridge replacement. Follow the instructions in Replace the Maintenance Cartridge.
➔User's Guide
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Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge
Access the menu for Maintenance Cartridge replacement
On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or
1
▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( ).
•
If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Note
2
Press the OK button.
The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed.
Consumables and Maintenance Maintenance Cartridge
3
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Maintenance, and then press the OK button.
4
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Repl. maint cart, and then press the OK button.
Instructions are displayed on the Display Screen.
Replace the Maintenance Cartridge
Open the box, remove the plastic bag and packaging
1
material, and take out the Maintenance Cartridge.
Never touch the metal contacts (a). This may dam-
•
Important
age the Maintenance Cartridge.
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a
Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge
At this point, open the Maintenance Cartridge Cover.
2
Consumables and Maintenance Maintenance Cartridge
Hold the used Maintenance Cartridge by the grip (a)
3
with one hand and put your other hand under the
Maintenance Cartridge to hold it firmly on the bottom,
keeping it level as you pull it out.
iPF840 Series
•
Used maintenance cartridges are heavy. Always grasp the cartridge firmly and keep the cartridge level
Important
during removal and storage. If you drop a used Maintenance Cartridge or store it at an angle, ink may
leak and cause stains.
•
The remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity is recorded on each printer. Do not install a used Maintenance Cartridge in another printer.
Keep the used Maintenance Cartridge level as you
4
put it in the plastic bag. Expel excess air from the
plastic bag and seal the zipper.
Confirm the Maintenance Cartridge is right-side up,
5
put it in the box with the packaging material attached,
and store it so that it stays level.
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a
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Wipe away any soiling on the Maintenance Cartridge
6
Cover.
Keeping the new Maintenance Cartridge level, insert it
7
all the way in.
The printer now initializes the Maintenance Cartridge.
Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge
•
Always put the used Maintenance Cartridge back in the box and store the box on a flat surface. Also,
Important
Note
Important
seal the zipper thoroughly. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains.
•
Put the used Maintenance Cartridge in the plastic bag of the new cartridge, and dispose of it in accordance with local regulations.
•
Support the Maintenance Cartridge Cover from underneath as you wipe it.
Consumables and Maintenance Maintenance Cartridge
•
Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge during initialization immediately after replacing the Mainte-
Important
Close the Maintenance Cartridge Cover.
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nance Cartridge. The Maintenance Cartridge may become damaged.
•
If you did not perform the operation in Access the menu for Maintenance Cartridge replacement, this
is the end of the procedure and you do not need to press the OK key in the next step.
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Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge
Press the OK button.
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Cleaning Inside the Top Cover
Cleaning Inside the Top Cover
Clean inside the Top Cover about once a month to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems.
Also clean inside the Top Cover in the following situations to ensure optimal operation.
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1
Cleaning Inside the Top Cover
Cleaning the Printer
Cleaning the Printer
Cleaning Inside the Top Cover .........................................................................................................................51
Cleaning the Printhead .................................................................................................................................... 53
If the printed surface or the underside of paper is dirty after printing
After you have used up a roll
After borderless printing
After printing on small paper
After printing on paper that generates a lot of cutting debris
If you have replaced the roll
After printing on paper that generates a lot of paper dust
If the message "Blue platen switch is dirty." is displayed
•
If the Platen inside the Top Cover becomes dirty, it may soil the underside of paper. We recommend cleaning the
Important
Platen after borderless printing or printing on small paper.
•
If the Ejection Guide is dirty, it may soil the edge of the paper when the paper is cut. We recommend cleaning
the Ejection Guide even if it does not appear dirty, because it may actually be covered with paper dust.
Open the Top Cover.
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a
b
d
e
c
b
a
Cleaning Inside the Top Cover
If paper dust has accumulated in the Vacuum holes
2
(a) on the Platen or in the Borderless Printing Ink
Grooves (b), use the Cleaning Brush (c) provided with
the printer to wipe it away.
Consumables and Maintenance Cleaning the Printer
iPF840 Series
Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage
•
Important
Note
Shaft (b), or Ink Tube Stabilizer (c). Touching
these parts may damage them.
Avoid cleaning where the Carriage is retracted, in position (d) or (e).
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If the Cleaning Brush is dirty, rinse it in water.
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bfd
e
g
a
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Using a damp cloth that you have wrung out com-
3
pletely, wipe away dirt or paper dust (debris from
cutting) inside the Top Cover.
Wipe away any ink residue and paper dust (debris
from cutting) on the Top Cover Roller (a), all over
the Platen (b), the Paper Retainer (c), the Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (d), the Ejection Guide
(e), the blue Switch (f), the section around the rightside Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (g), and so
on.
Cleaning the Printhead
Consumables and Maintenance Cleaning the Printer
•
Never use flammable solvents such as alcohol, benzene, or thinner. If these substances come into con-
Warning
Important
Close the Top Cover.
4
tact with electrical components inside the printer, there is a risk of fire or electrical shock.
•
Do not use a dry cloth to wipe inside the Top Cover. This may create a static charge, which may attract
dust and affect the printing quality.
•
Do not touch the clear sheet on the side of the Top Cover Roller. This may damage the roller.
Cleaning the Printhead
Cleaning the Printhead
If printing is faint, cleaning the Printhead may improve results.
Choose one of two Printhead cleaning modes ( Head Cleaning A or Head Cleaning B ), depending on the problem to resolve.
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Head Cleaning A
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Use this mode if printing is faint or contains foreign substances. This method of cleaning consumes the least
amount of ink.
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Head Cleaning B
Use this mode if no ink is ejected at all, or if Head Cleaning A does not solve the problem.
•
Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge or ink tanks during either Head Cleaning A or Head Cleaning B.
Consumables and Maintenance Cleaning the Printer
Important
Note
Perform cleaning as follows.
1
Ink may leak or an error may occur.
•
If printing does not improve even if you execute Head Cleaning B, try repeating Head Cleaning B once or
twice. If this still does not improve printing, the Printhead may have reached the end of its useful life. Contact
your Canon dealer for assistance.
•
By default, nozzles are checked at fixed intervals.
Configure the settings on the Control Panel menu in Nozzle Check.
(See "Menu Settings.")
On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or
▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab (
➔User's Guide
).
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If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Note
2
Press the
The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed.
3
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Maintenance, and then press the OK button.
4
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Head Cleaning, and then press the OK button.
5
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Head Cleaning A or Head Cleaning B, and then press the OK button.
Head cleaning is now executed.
6
Print a test pattern to check the nozzles, and determine whether cleaning has cleared the nozzles. (See
"Checking for Nozzle Clogging.")
OK button.
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Printer Parts
Printer Parts
Control Panel
Control Panel
Control Panel
Operations and Display Screen
Operations and Display Screen
Control Panel .................................................................................................................................................. 55
Menu Operations ............................................................................................................................................ 56
Menu Structure ............................................................................................................................................... 60
Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen
a
Display Screen
Shows printer menus, as well as the printer status and messages.
b
Data Lamp (green)
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Flashing
During printing, the Data lamp flashes when the printer is receiving or processing print jobs. Otherwise,
this lamp flashes when the print job is paused or the printer is updating the firmware.
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Off
There are no active print jobs when the Data lamp is off.
c
Message Lamp (orange)
•
On
A warning message is displayed.
•
Flashing
An error message is displayed.
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Off
The printer is off or is operating normally.
d
Menu button
Displays the Tab Selection screen. (See "Menu Settings.")
e
Arrow buttons
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◀ button
Press this button on the Tab Selection screen to move to another tab.
In menu items requiring numerical input, press this button to move to another digit.
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▲ button
Press this button in the menu to move to another item.
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In menu items requiring numerical input, press this button to increment the number.
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▶ button
Press this button on the Tab Selection screen to move to another tab.
In menu items requiring numerical input, press this button to move to another digit.
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▼ button
Press this button in the menu to move to another item.
In menu items requiring numerical input, press this button to decrement the number.
f
OK button
Press this button on the Tab Selection screen to display the menu of the tab shown.
Pressing this button in menu items of each tab for which is displayed at left will move to the lower level of
the menu item, enabling you to execute menu commands or set menu values.
Also press this button if the Display Screen indicates to press the OK button.
Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen
g
Stop button
Cancels print jobs in progress and ends the ink drying period.
h
Power button (green)
Turns the printer on and off. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.")
➔User's Guide
The Power button is lit when the printer is on or in Sleep mode.
i
Navigate button
Enables you to check instructions for loading and removing paper or replacing ink tanks or printheads, as well
as other operations. (See "How to View Instructions With Navigate.")
➔User's Guide
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j
Back button
Displays the screen before the current screen.
k
Cut button
Pressing this button when rolls are loaded cuts the paper, if you have specified Automatic or Eject in Cutting
Mode in the Control Panel menu. (See "Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls.")
l
Feed button
➔User's Guide
Pressing this button when rolls are loaded enables you to reposition the paper. (See "Feeding Roll Paper Man-
ually.")
m
Load button
➔User's Guide
Press this button when loading or replacing paper.
(See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") ➔P.15
(See "Loading Sheets in the Printer.")
n
Roll Media lamp (green)
➔P.25
Lit when rolls are selected as the paper source.
o
Cut Sheet lamp (green)
Lit when sheets are selected as the paper source.
•
In Sleep mode, any button can be pressed except the Power button to recover from Sleep mode.
Note
Menu Operations
Menu Operations
To view available menus organized on tabs, select a tab on the Tab Selection screen and press the OK button.
For details, see "Menu Settings."
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buttonOK
buttonOK
Back button
Back button
㻝㻛㻞
Load Paper
Paper Menu 㻝㻛㻞
Eject Paper
Chg. Paper Type
Chg. Paper Size
ManageRemainRoll
Roll 1 (Upper)
Paper Menu
Roll 2 (Lower)
Ready
Plain Paper
OK: Paper Menu
Cut Sheet
Plain Paper
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Simply press buttons on the Control Panel to access menus on various tabs from the Tab Selection screen and
set or execute Menu items.
The following section describes menu operations.
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Menu Operations
Menus (when the Ink tab is selected and the OK button is pressed)
•
If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Note
Accessing menus ➔P.57
Specifying menu items ➔P.58
Specifying numerical values ➔P.58
Executing menu commands ➔P.59
Accessing menus
Printer menus are grouped by function.
Menus are displayed with the upper line selected. You can use the buttons on the Control Panel to access each
menu.
Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen
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Press Back to access a higher menu in the menu list, and press OK to access a lower one. If not all menu
items are displayed, hold down ▲ or ▼ to scroll through higher and lower menu items. Items you select are
highlighted.
The scroll bar at right indicates the current position in the overall menu.
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Lower menus are available if is displayed at left next to the second and subsequent rows. To access the
lower menus, select the menu and press the OK button.
Specifying menu items
Menu items can be set as follows.
Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen
Press ▲ or ▼ to select the desired setting, and then press the
1
OK button.
After two seconds, the display reverts to the upper level menu.
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If a confirmation message is displayed regarding the setting you entered, follow the on-screen instructions.
Note
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If you have changed the Interface Setup menu settings, a message confirming whether to register the
settings is displayed if you press Back button or Menu button. Follow the instructions shown on the
screen.
Specifying numerical values
Follow these steps to enter numbers. In this example, network settings items are entered.
Press the ◀ or ▶ button to move to the next field for input.
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2
Press the ▲ or ▼ button to enter the value.
3
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to complete the settings, and then press the OK button.
Menu Operations
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Hold down ▲ or ▼ to increase or decrease the value continuously.
Note
•
If a confirmation message is displayed regarding the setting you entered, follow the on-screen instructions.
Note
•
If you have changed the Interface Setup menu settings, a message confirming whether to register the
settings is displayed if you press Back button or Menu button. Follow the instructions shown on the
screen.
Executing menu commands
Menu commands can be executed as follows.
1
Press ▲ or ▼ to select the action to execute, and then press the OK button.
The menu command is now executed.
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Menu Structure
Menu Structure
Menu Structure
The menu structure is shown categorized by tab. The * on the right side of an item indicates the default value.
The printer menu is classified into regular menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu during
printing items only available while printing is in progress. see "Printer Menu Operations."
Regular menu Menu during printing
Paper Menu
Ink Menu The same Ink Menu as normal is displayed.
Job Menu The same Job Menu as normal is displayed.
Set./Adj. Menu A limited Set./Adj. Menu containing the following items is dis-
Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen
Not displayed
played.
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Adj. Fine Feed(*1)
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Printer Info
➔User's Guide
*1:Only displayed in the menu during printing. Not displayed in the regular menu.
For instructions on menu operations, see "Menu Operations." ➔P.56
For details on menu items, see "Menu Settings."
➔User's Guide
Menus may change according to the optional products in use.
Paper Menu
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The Paper Menu is not displayed during printing.
First Level
Load Paper Roll 1 (Upper) | Roll 2 (Lower) | Cut Sheet
Eject Paper Roll 1 (Upper) | Roll 2 (Lower) | Cut Sheet
Chg. Paper Type(*1) Roll 1 (Upper) (The paper type is displayed here.) (*1)
Chg. Paper Size Sheet Size(*4) (The size of paper is displayed here.) (*2)
ManageRemainRoll Off* | On
Paper Details (The paper type is
Second Level
Roll 2 (Lower) (The paper type is displayed here.) (*1)
Cut Sheet (The paper type is displayed here.) (*1)
Roll1(Uppr)Lngth(*3) (Set the length)
Roll2(Lwr) Lngth(*3) (Set the length)
Roll 1 Wdth(Upr)(*4) (Set the width)
Roll 2 Wdth(Lwr)(*4) (Set the width)
displayed here.) (*1)
Third Level
CustomPaperSize (Set the length and width)
Head Height Automatic* | Highest | High | Standard | Low |
Skew Check Lv. Standard* | Loose | Off
Cutting Mode(*6) Automatic | Eject | Manual
Cut Speed Fast | Standard | Slow
Trim Edge First Automatic | Off | On (Preset Len) | On(Input
CutDustReduct. Off | On
VacuumStrngth Automatic* | Strongest | Strong | Standard |
Scan Wait Time Dry time Off* | 1 sec. | 3 sec. |
Fourth Level
Lowest
Length) | Manual
Weak | Weakest
Area(*5) Entire area* | Lead-
Fifth Level
5 sec. | 7 sec. | 9
sec.
ing edge
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First Level
Paper Details
Keep Paper Type Off* | On
Second Level
Third Level
Roll DryingTime Off | 30 sec. | 1 min. | 3 min. | 5 min. | 10 min. |
NearEnd RollMrgn 3mm | 20mm
NearEnd Sht Mrgn 3mm | 20mm
BordlessOversize Standard* | Little
Width Detection Off | On*
Return Defaults
Fourth Level
30 min. | 60 min.
Fifth Level
*1:For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Displaying the Paper
Reference Guide.") ➔User's Guide Types of paper in the printer driver and related software (as well as on the Control Pan-
el ) are updated when you install the printer driver from the User Software CD-ROM or if you update paper information with
the Media Configuration Tool. (See "Updating paper information.") ➔ User's Guide
Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen
*2:For information on the sizes of paper the printer supports, see "Paper Sizes." ➔ User's Guide
*3:Available only if ManageRemainRoll is On.
*4:Available only if Width Detection is Off.
*5:Leading edge is not available as a setting option in the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box of the printer driver.
*6:see "Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls." ➔ User's Guide
Ink Menu
Rep. Ink Tank
Head Cleaning A
First Level
Job Menu
First Level
Print Job Job List (Choose a print job.) Delete | Preempt Jobs(*1)
Stored Job Mailbox List (Enter a password if
Job Log(*2)(*3)
Second Level
(Choose from information about the latest
three print jobs.)
Third Level
one has been set.)
Document Name
User Name
Page Count
Job Status OK | CANCELED
Print Start Time yyyy/mm/dd
Print End Time yyyy/mm/dd
Print Time xxxsec.
Output Img. Size (The image size is displayed)
Media Type
Paper Consumed
Paper Length
Paper Width
Interface USB | Network | HDD
Ink Consumed Tot.Ink Consumed xxx.xxx ml
Print settings
Head Height
Fourth Level
Job List Print | Delete
Print Job List
hh:mm:ss
hh:mm:ss
(The ink color is displayed here.)
xxx.xxx ml
Fifth Level
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First Level
Second Level
Third Level
Temp./Humidity
Adjustment req.
Fourth Level
Print Job Log
Pause Print Off* | On
HDD Information Total capacity | Box free space
*1:If a pending job is selected, Print Anyway is displayed.
*2:This is displayed when Show Job Log is On in System Setup.
*3:Even if Show Job Log is Off in System Setup, it is displayed if a password is configured in Change Password in the
Admin. Menu and the password has been authenticated.
Set./Adj. Menu
Limited items are displayed during printing. The displayed items are indicated by annotations.
Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen
First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level
Test Print Nozzle Check | Status Print | Interface Print | GL2 Set Print | Paper Details | Print Job Log | Menu Map | Color
Palette
Adjust
Printer
Maintenance
GL2 Settings
Head Posi.
Adj.
Head Inc. Adj.
Feed Priority
Head
Cleaning
Nozzle Check
Replace P.head
Repl. maint cart
Head Info
Quality
Manager
Standard
Simple
Other Initial adjustmt | Manual(*1)
Adj. Priori-tyAutomatic* | Print Quality | Print Length
Adj. Quali-
Auto(GenuinePpr) | Auto(OtherPaper) | Manual
ty(*2)
Adjust
Length(*3)
AdjustmentPrint
Change
A:High | B:Standard/Draft
A:High | B:Standard/Draft
Settings
Head Cleaning A | Head Cleaning B
Color
Mode
Monochrome | Color (CAD) 1* | Color (CAD) 2 | Color (CAD) 3 | Color (CAD) 4
| Color (CAD) 5 | Color (CAD) 6
Print Quali-tyFast | Standard* | High
Fifth Level
Input Res-
600dpi* | 300dpi
olution
Print
Off* | On
(Economy)
Paper
Manager
Paper
Automatic* | Roll 1 (Upper) | Roll 2 (Lower) | Cut Sheet
Source
Margin 3mm(Standard)* | 5mm
Oversize Off | On*
Conserve
Off* | On
Paper
Auto Ro-
Off* | On
tate
Enlarge/
Off* | Specify scaling | Fit to paper
Reduce
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Menu Structure
First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level
Interface
Setup(*8)
Line & Pen
Manager
ProcessingOption
GL2 Set Print
EOP Timer(*8)
TCP/IP(*8) IPv4(*8) IPv4
Print centered
Standard
cut
Nesting Use Nest-
Enable
merge
Pen Setup Select Pa-
Smoothing Software* | Smooth
ThickenFineLines
AdjustFaintLines
Ln wdth
correct
Warning Off* | On
On-the-Fly Off* | On
Detect img
size
10 sec. | 30 sec. | 1 min. | 2 min. | 5 min. | 10 min.* | 30 min. | 60 min.
Off* | On
Off* | On
Off* | On
ing
Nesting
WaitTime(*4)
Cut
Lines(*4)
Off* | On
lette
Define Palette
Reset Palette
Off* | On
Off | On*
Black/gray | Color
Off* | Command priority | Detected size
Mode(*8)
Protocol(*5)(*8)
IPv4 Settings(*9)
xx min.
Off* | On
Software* | Palette A | Palette B | Factory
Palette A (Select the
pen number)
Palette B (Select the
pen number)
Factory (Select the
pen number)
All Palette | Palette A | Palette B
Automatic | Manual*
DHCP(*8) On | Off*
BOOTP(*8) On | Off*
RARP(*8) On | Off*
IP Address(*9)
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
Width (Indicates
Color 0～255
Line Attributes
(Indicates
Width, Color, and Line
Attributes )
(Indicates Width, Color, and
Line Attributes )
Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen
the value of
Width )
No Setting |
Circle Setting
(Specify the
values of
Width, Color, and Line
Attributes )
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Subnet
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
Mask(*9)
Default
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
G/W(*9)
DNS Settings(*9)
IPv6(*8) IPv6 Sup-
DNS Dync
On | Off*
update(*9)
Pri. DNS SrvAddr(*9)
Sec. DNS SrvAddr(*9)
DNS Host Name(*9)
DNS Domain Name(*9)
On | Off*
port(*8)
Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen
IPv6 StlessAddrs(*8)
On* | Off
(*10)
DHCPv6(*
8)(*10)
DNS Settings(*9)
(*10)
On | Off*
DNS Dync
update(*9)
Statefull
Addr(*9)
Stateless
On | Off*
On | Off*
Addr(*9)
Ethernet
Driver(*8)
Auto Detect(*8)
Comm.Mo
Pri. DNS SrvAddr(*9)
Sec. DNS SrvAddr(*9)
DNS Host Name(*9)
DNS Domain Name(*9)
On* | Off
Half Duplex* | Full Duplex
de(*6)(*8)
Ethernet
10 Base-T* | 100 Base-TX | 1000 Base-T
Type(*6)
(*8)
Spanning
Not Use* | Use
Tree(*8)
System
Setup
Interface Print(*8)
Return Defaults(*8)
Sleep Timer(*11)
Shut Down
MAC Address(*8)
xxxxxxxxxx
xx
5 min.* | 10 min. | 15 min. | 20 min. | 30 min. | 40 min. | 50 min. | 60 min. | 210 min.
Off | 5 min. | 10 min. | 30 min. | 1 hour | 4 hours | 8 hours* | 12 hours
Timer
Buzzer Off | On*
Contrast
-4,-3,-2,-1,0*,+1,+2,+3,+4
Adj.
Date &
Time(*8)
Date
yyyy/mm/d
Time
hh:mm
d(*7)
Date For-
yyyy/mm/dd* | dd/mm/yyyy | mm/dd/yyyy
mat(*8)
Language English | 日本語 | Français | Italiano | Deutsch | Español | Português | Русский | 中文（简体字）
| 한국어
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First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level
Prep.Move
Printer
Admin.
Menu(*8)
Adj. Fine Feed(*12)(*13)
Printer Info(*12)
Time
Zone(*8)
Length
Unit
Detect Mismatch
Paper Size
Basis
Keep Paper Size
Roll
Switching
TrimEdge
Reload
Rep.P.hea
d Print
Nozzle
Check
CarriageScanWdth
Use
USB(*8)
Use Ethernet(*8)
Use RemoteUI(*8)
Reset PaprSetngs(*8)
Erase HDD
Data
Output
Method
Print After
Recv
Common
Box Set.
(*5)(*8)
Show Job
Log(*8)
Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3
Change
Password(*9)
Init.Admin.Pswd(*9)
Paper Info
Ink Info
Head Info
System Info
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 |
+11:NewCaledonia | +12:Wellington | -12:Eniwetok | -11:Midway is. | -10:Hawaii(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
meter* | feet/inch
Pause | Warning | None* | Hold Job
Sht Selection 1
Sht Selection 2
Off* | On
Use Optimal Size | No RollSwitching
Automatic | Off* | On
Off | On*
Frequency Standard* | 1 page | 10 pages | Off
Warning Off* | On
Automatic* | Fixed
On* | Off
On* | Off
On* | Off
High Speed(*8) | Secure High Spd.(*8) | Secure(*8)
Print* | Print (Auto Del) | Save: Box XX
Off* | On
Print* | Print (Auto Del)
Off | On*
(The screen for setting the password is displayed)
ISO A3+* | 13"x19"(Super B)
ISO B1* | 28"x40" (ANSI F)
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Error Log
Use Situation
Tot.Print Area | Duty Counter
*1:Available after you have used Standard or Initial adjustmt in Head Posi. Adj. once.
*2:Available if Adj. Priority is Automatic or Print Quality.
*3:Available if Adj. Priority is Automatic or Print Length.
*4:Available only if Use Nesting is On.
*5:Not displayed if IPv4 Mode is Manual.
*6:Not displayed if Auto Detect is On.
*7:Follows the setting in Date Format.
*8:Restrictions apply if a password is configured using Change Password in the Admin. Menu.
Viewing and configuration is possible for administrators, and only viewing for other users.
Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen
*9:Restrictions apply if a password is configured using Change Password in the Admin. Menu.
Viewing and configuration is possible for administrators only.
*10:Not displayed if IPv6 Support is Off.
*11:Default setting for the time to enter the power save mode/Sleep mode is recommended.
*12:Displayed as the menu during printing while printing is in progress.
*13:Not displayed in the regular menu.
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Front
Front
Printer parts
Printer parts
Front ............................................................................................................................................................... 67
Back ............................................................................................................................................................... 69
Top Cover (Inside) ........................................................................................................................................... 70
Carriage .......................................................................................................................................................... 71
Ink Tank Cover (Inside) .................................................................................................................................... 72
Printer Parts Printer parts
a
Top Cover
Open this cover to install the Printhead, load paper, and remove any jammed paper from inside the printer as
needed. (See "Top Cover (Inside).") ➔P.70
b
Ejection Guide
Guides printed documents as they are ejected. Open this guide when loading a roll.
c
Roll Holder Slot
Slide the Roll Holder into this slot.
d
Roll Holder
Load the roll on this holder.
e
Roll Unit Lever
Hold this lever to pull out the Roll Unit.
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f
Paper Feed Slot
When loading a roll, insert the edge of the roll paper here. You can load rolls in two positions, on the printer
side in the Roll 1 (Upper) position and on the roll unit side in the Roll 2 (Lower) position.
g
Holder Stopper
Secure rolls on the Roll Holder with this part.
h
Ink Tank Cover
Open this cover to replace an Ink Tank. (See "Ink Tank Cover (Inside).") ➔P.72
i
Control Panel
Use this panel to operate the printer and check the printer status. (See "Control Panel.") ➔P.55
j
Release Lever
Releases the Paper Retainer. Lift this lever toward the front of the printer when loading paper.
k
Printer Parts Printer parts
Maintenance Cartridge
Ink used for maintenance purposes such as head cleaning is absorbed. (Replace the cartridge when it is full.)
l
Carrying Handles
When carrying the printer, have six people hold it by these handles under both sides.
m
Maintenance Cartridge Cover
Open this cover to replace the Maintenance Cartridge.
n
Stand
A stand that holds the printer. Equipped with casters to facilitate moving it.
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Stand L
The left leg of the Stand.
p
Stand R
The right leg of the Stand.
q
Leg Covers
Covers for Stand L and Stand R.
r
Stopper
Locks the Stand casters.
Always release the Stopper before moving the printer. Moving the printer while the Stopper is locked may
scratch the casters or the floor.
s
Roll Unit
A unit for loading two rolls.
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Back
Printer Parts Printer parts
a
Carrying Handles
When carrying the printer, have six people hold it by these handles under both sides.
b
USB Port
Connect a USB cable to this port. The printer is compatible with Hi-Speed USB connections.
c
Ethernet Port
Connect an Ethernet cable to this port. The lamp is lit if the Ethernet cable is connected correctly and commu-
nication is possible between the computer and printer.
d
Manual Pocket
Store printer manuals in this pocket.
e
Accessory Pocket
Store assembly tools, Roll Holder attachments, and other items in this pocket.
f
Power Supply Connector
Connect the power cord to this connector.
g
Roll Unit Power Supply Inlet
Connect the connection cord for the Roll Unit.
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Top Cover (Inside)
Top Cover (Inside)
Top Cover (Inside)
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a
Top Cover Roller
Prevents paper from rising when ejected.
b
Paper Alignment Line
Align paper with this line when loading it.
c
Carriage
Moves the Printhead. The carriage serves a key role in printing. (See "Carriage.") ➔P.71
d
Carriage Shaft
The Carriage slides along this shaft.
e
Paper Retainer
Important in supplying the paper. This retainer holds paper as it is fed.
f
Platen
The Printhead moves across the platen to print. Vacuum holes on the platen hold paper in place.
g
Borderless Printing Ink Grooves
For catching ink outside the edges of paper during borderless printing.
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Carriage
Carriage
Carriage
Cleaning Brush
When cleaning inside the printer under the Top Cover, use this brush to sweep away paper dust on the Platen.
Also use the brush to move the blue Switch on the Platen.
Cutter Rail
The Cutter Unit passes over this rail to cut paper.
Cutter Unit
A round-bladed cutter for automatic paper cutting.
Linear Scale
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.
Switch
Set the switch to the side opposite ● if the edges of printed images are blurred. Set the switch to the ● side
before borderless printing. (See "Setting the Blue Switch on the Platen.")
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Printer Parts Printer parts
a
Printhead Fixer Cover
Holds the Printhead in place.
b
Printhead
The printhead is equipped with ink nozzles. The carriage serves a key role in printing.
c
Printhead Fixer Lever
Locks the Printhead Fixer Cover.
d
Angle Adjustment Lever
Use this lever to fine-tune the printer to correct misalignment of printed lines.
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Ink Tank Cover (Inside)
Ink Tank Cover (Inside)
Ink Tank Cover (Inside)
Printer Parts Printer parts
Note: The figure shows the printer as loaded with 700 ml (23.7 fl oz) Ink Tank.
a
Ink Tanks
Cartridges of ink in various colors.
b
Ink Tank Lock Lever
A lever that locks the Ink Tank in place and protects it. Lift and lower the lever when replacing an Ink Tank. To
open it, lift the stopper of the lever until it stops, and then push it down toward the front. To close it, push it
down until it clicks into place.
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Ink Lamp (Red)
Indicates the state of the Ink Tank as follows when the Ink Tank Cover is opened.
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On
The Ink Tank is installed correctly.
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Off
No Ink Tank is installed, or the ink level detection function is disabled.
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Flashing Slowly
Not much ink is left.
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Flashing Rapidly
Ink tank is empty.
d
Ink Color Label
Load an Ink Tank that matches the color and name on this label.
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Printer Relocation
Printer Relocation
Preparing to Transfer the Printer
Preparing to Transfer the Printer
To protect the internal parts in transit, always follow these steps before transferring the printer to a new location.
Refer to the Setup Guide for details on packing the printer and installing it after transfer.
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Preparing to Transfer the Printer
Preparing to Transfer the Printer
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Reinstalling the Printer .....................................................................................................................................79
•
Be sure to contact your Canon dealer before transferring the printer to a new location. Ink may leak and damage
Important
Note
the printer if you do not prepare the printer correctly and it is tipped or stood on end in transit.
•
Depending on the state of the printer, part replacement may be necessary when preparing to transfer the printer
(that is, when you execute the printer menu item to prepare for transfer).
•
Ink must be drawn into the Maintenance Cartridge before Level 2 or Level 3 printer transfer, as described in the
following table. Prepare the Maintenance Cartridge in advance.
•
Always follow the instructions of the service representative when transferring the printer under Level 3 conditions.
Transport and
Storage In
Level
Low Temper-
ature Envi-
ronments
1 No Lengthwise: 0–30º
Permitted Angle of Inclination
Amount of Ink to
Dispose of
Required
Maintenance
Cartridg-
es(*1)
0(*2) Moving Within a Room
Usage Examples
and Storage In Room
Temperature Environments
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Rotation: 0–10º
2 Yes All directions: 0–30º Approx. 700
ml (20.3 fl oz)
3 Yes Lengthwise: 0–90º
Rotation: 0–30º
*1:This is the number of new Maintenance Cartridges required when you execute the Prep.MovePrinter
menu. The number varies depending on the amount remaining in the Maintenance Cartridge being used.
*2:If a message instructing you to replace the Maintenance Cartridge is displayed on the Display Screen, the
Maintenance Cartridge needs to be replaced.
Approx. 700
ml (20.3 fl oz)
1 or 2 Transport By Vehicle
1 or 2 Move by temporarily
standing vertically
Remove paper
1
Disassemble and repackage the Wheeled Output Stacker by following the installation procedure in reverse.
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Preparing to Transfer the Printer
2
Remove the paper.
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Rolls (See "Removing the Roll from the Printer.") ➔P.21
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Sheets (See "Removing Sheets.") ➔P.28
Access the Prep.MovePrinter menu
1
If a message instructing you to replace the Maintenance Cartridge is displayed on the Display Screen, replace the Maintenance Cartridge.
(See "Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge.")
On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or
2
▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( ).
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Note
•
If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
➔P.46
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Press the OK button.
The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed.
4
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Prep.MovePrinter, and then press the OK button.
5
Press ▲ or ▼ to select the level of transfer, and then press the OK button.
Displays the confirmation screen.
6
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Execute, and then press the OK button.
The printer is now prepared for transfer.
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Level 1
Once preparations are finished, a message on the Display Screen requests you to turn off the printer.
Turn off and pack the printer. There is no need to remove the ink tanks.
(See "Pack the printer.") ➔P.77
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Level 2 and Level 3
When the preparation is finished, instructions are displayed on the Display Screen.
Remove the ink tanks before packing the printer.
(See "Removing Ink Tanks.") ➔P.75
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If consumables must be replaced, the message "Consumables must be replaced. Call for service."
Important
is shown on the Display Screen and preparation is not possible. If this message is displayed, press the
OK button and contact your Canon dealer for assistance.
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Preparing to Transfer the Printer
Removing Ink Tanks
Open the Ink Tank Cover.
1
Lift the stopper (a) of the Ink Tank Lock Lever (a). Lift
2
the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then push it
down to the front.
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Hold the Ink Tank by the handle (a) and remove it.
3
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Preparing to Transfer the Printer
Store the Ink Tank you removed in the box with the ink holes
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4
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to remove all ink tanks.
Push down the release lever (a) as shown as you
5
gently return all ink tank lock levers to the original position.
(a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains.
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Close the Ink Tank Cover.
6
At this point, ink is drawn out from inside the tubes.
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Important
When the process is finished, "
7
played.
When this happens, replace the Maintenance Cartridge currently being used with a new Maintenance Cartridge.
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Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge except when the message for replacing it is displayed.
If you remove the Maintenance Cartridge while ink is being drawn out, the ink may leak out.
Preparations for moving the printer finished. Turn the power off" is dis-
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Preparing to Transfer the Printer
Press the Power button and turn off the printer.
Pack the printer
1
Disconnect the printer power cord and interface cable, as well as the Roll Unit power cord.
Important
Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide.
2
•
Turn off the printer before you unplug it. It may damage the printer if you unplug it before it is off and
transfer it in that state. If you accidentally unplug the printer, plug it in again, reinstall the ink tanks, and
follow this procedure again.
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Grasp the Belt, insert it between the Belt Stopper, and
3
affix the Belt Stopper with a hex screw at the position
indicated.
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b
Preparing to Transfer the Printer
•
Here, the Belt Stopper is the one that was removed and stored after initial installation. Neglecting to
Important
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Close the Top Cover.
4
attach the Belt Stopper may damage the printer.
Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage
•
Shaft (b), or Ink Tube Stabilizer (c). Touching
these parts may damage them.
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Tape down printer covers to secure them, in the re-
5
verse order of tape removal during installation.
6
Remove and package the Stand by reversing the installation procedure, when it was attached to the printer.
7
Disassemble and repackage the Stand by following the installation procedure in reverse.
8
Repack the Roll Holder, Holder Stopper, and printer in shipping materials, and then package them in a
shipping box.
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Reinstalling the Printer
Reinstalling the Printer
The basic workflow for reinstalling the printer is as follows.
For detailed instructions, see the Setup Guide.
Reinstalling the Printer
Assemble the stand
1
Referring to the Printer Stand Setup Guide, assemble the Stand.
•
The Stand must be assembled by at least two people on a flat surface. Attempting assembly by yourself
Caution
Attach the Roll Unit to the Stand.
2
poses a risk of injury or bending the Stand.
•
When assembling the Stand, lock the casters. In addition, always unlock the casters before moving the
assembled Stand. Attempting to move the stand when the casters are locked poses a risk of injury or
damage to the location site.
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Install the printer
Mount the printer on the assembled Stand and tighten
1
the screws firmly.
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Reinstalling the Printer
•
Moving the printer requires at least six people, holding it on both sides. Be careful to avoid back strain
Caution
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Remove tape and packaging material attached to the
2
printer. Also open the Top Cover and remove stoppers
and spacers inside the printer.
and other injuries.
When moving the printer, firmly grasp the Carry-
•
ing Handles (a) 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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Connect the power cord to the Power Supply Connector
3
on the back of the printer.
4
Plug the power cord into the outlet.
Press the power button to turn the printer on.
5
When the message "Has printer been reinstalled?
(Do not load ink tanks yet.)" is displayed, select Yes
and press the OK button.
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Open the Ink Tank Cover and install the ink tanks.
6
Attach the Roll Holder to the Roll Media.
7
(See "Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls.") ➔P.12
Load the Roll Media in the printer.
8
(See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") ➔P.15
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9
Install the software.
Note that the driver installation procedure varies depending on the type of connection.
(See "Installing the Software (Windows).") ➔P.82
(See "Installing the Software (Mac OS).") ➔P.84
Attach the Wheeled Output Stacker to the printer by
10
referring to the Wheeled Output Stacker Setup Guide.
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Installing the Software
Software Installation
Software Installation
Installing the Printer Driver (Windows)
Installing the Printer Driver (Windows)
Installing the Software
Installing the Software
The basic instructions for installing the software are as follows.
For detailed instructions, see the Setup Guide.
Supported connection methods
The printer driver works over USB or network (TCP/IP) connections.
The driver installation procedure varies depending on the type of connection.
Follow these steps to install the software.
Installing the Software (Windows)
Software Installation Installing the Printer Driver (Windows)
Important
•
When setting up a USB connection, connect the USB cable during printer driver installation following the instructions displayed.
If you accidentally connect the USB cable first, the printer driver may not be installed correctly.
•
When the printer is connected to a network (via TCP/IP), the printer's IP address may be changed if you reinstall
the printer. In this case, be sure to reconfigure the printer's IP address.
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Turn the computer on.
When setting up a TCP/IP (network) connection, after making sure the printer is on, connect the LAN cable
to the Ethernet port on the left side of the printer and to your network hub port.
Insert the provided User Software CD-ROM for the
2
appropriate operating system in the CD-ROM drive.
Follow the instructions displayed to complete instal-
3
lation.
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On the Finish window, select Restart my comput-
4
er now and click Restart.
Software settings take effect after the computer restarts.
Installing the Software
For USB connections, when the dialog box at
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right is displayed, make sure the printer is on
and connect the printer and computer with
the USB cable.
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Installing the Software
Installing the Printer Driver (Mac OS)
Installing the Printer Driver (Mac OS)
Installing the Software
Installing the Software
The basic instructions for installing the software are as follows.
For detailed instructions, see the Setup Guide.
Supported connection methods
The printer driver works over USB or network (Bonjour or IP) connections.
Follow these steps to install the software.
Installing the software
•
When the printer is used over a network, the printer's IP address may be changed if you reinstall the printer. In
Important
Software Installation Installing the Printer Driver (Mac OS)
1
2
this case, be sure to reconfigure the printer's IP address.
After making sure the computer and printer are not connected by a cable, turn the computer on.
Insert the provided User Software CD-ROM for the
appropriate operating system in the CD-ROM drive.
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Follow the instructions displayed to complete instal-
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lation.
When the dialog box at right is displayed,
•
Important
make sure the printer is on and connect the
printer and computer with the cable.
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After installation, click Exit.
4
Installing the Software
Software Installation Installing the Printer Driver (Mac OS)
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Print Preview
Convenient Printer Driver Features
Convenient Printer Driver Features
Print Preview ................................................................................................................................................... 86
Rotate Page 90 degrees (Converse Paper) ......................................................................................................88
Borderless Printing ..........................................................................................................................................89
Large-Format Printing ..................................................................................................................................... 90
Enlarged/Reduced Printing ............................................................................................................................. 91
Print Preview
Print Preview
Using the print preview function enables the following.
•
Check an image of the document as arranged on the paper, in the position it will be printed.
You can reduce printing costs by checking how documents
will be printed beforehand, without the need to print them.
•
Software Installation Convenient Printer Driver Features
Change the layout orientation relative to the paper.
You can save paper by correcting the direction in which
the document is arranged on the paper, if necessary.
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Configuring Settings in Windows
1.
Access the Main sheet.
2.
Select the Open Preview When Print Job Starts check
box.
3.
Check details in the Information dialog box displayed next
and click OK to close the Information dialog box.
4.
After you click OK, when you print a job, the imagePROGRAF Preview window will be displayed.
•
Under some settings and in some environments, PageComposer may be started.
Note
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Print Preview
Configuring Settings in Mac OS
1.
Access the Main pane.
2.
Select the Print Preview check box.
3.
After you click Print, the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview window will be displayed.
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Rotate Page 90 degrees (Converse Paper)
Rotate Page 90 degrees (Converse Paper)
Rotate Page 90 degrees (Converse Paper)
You can conserve roll paper by specifying particular settings
as suitable for your original.
When you print an original that is in portrait orientation, the
original is rotated 90 degrees before printing if it fits within the
roll width. This enables you to conserve paper.
•
If the page would exceed the roll paper width after rotation, you can use this function with Scale to fit Roll Paper
Width to print rotated pages.
Note
Configuring Settings in Windows
1.
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Access the Page Setup sheet.
2.
Select the Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper)
check box.
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Configuring Settings in Mac OS
1.
Access the Page Setup pane.
2.
Select the Rotate Page 90 degrees check box.
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Borderless Printing
Borderless Printing
In regular printing, a margin required by the printer is added
around the original. With borderless printing, you can print
documents without the margin, so that the printed image covers the entire surface of the paper.
Borderless printing is only available with rolls.
Borderless Printing
Configuring Settings in Windows
1.
Access the Page Setup sheet.
2.
Select the Borderless Printing check box to display the
Information dialog box.
3.
Click the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width
list.
4.
Click OK to close the Information dialog box.
5.
Select Fit Paper Size, Scale to fit Roll Paper Width, or
Print Image with Actual Size.
Software Installation Convenient Printer Driver Features
Configuring Settings in Mac OS
1.
Access the Page Setup pane.
2.
Click the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Width list.
3.
Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box.
4.
Select the Borderless Printing check box.
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Large-Format Printing
Large-Format Printing
Large-Format Printing
You can create vertical or horizontal banners by printing originals in banner formats on rolls.
Originals created in Microsoft Word or other applications in
your preferred size can be enlarged to fill the width of roll paper by completing simple printer driver settings.
The printer supports roll printing up to a maximum length of
18.0 m (19.7 yd).
Configuring Settings in Windows
1.
Access the Page Setup sheet.
Software Installation Convenient Printer Driver Features
2.
Click Size Options and register the original size.
3.
Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box.
4.
After you click Fit Roll Paper Width, the Information dialog box is displayed.
5.
Click the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width
list, and then click OK.
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Configuring Settings in Mac OS
1.
Access the Page Setup pane.
2.
Click the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Width list.
3.
Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box.
4.
Click Fit Roll Paper Width.
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Enlarged/Reduced Printing
Enlarged/Reduced Printing
Originals can be printed at larger or smaller sizes, as desired.
Enlarged/Reduced Printing
Configuring Settings in Windows
1.
Access the Page Setup sheet.
2.
Click the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width
list.
3.
In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the source application.
4.
Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box.
5.
Select Fit Paper Size, Fit Roll Paper Width, or Scaling.
Software Installation Convenient Printer Driver Features
Configuring Settings in Mac OS
1.
Access the Page Setup pane.
2.
Click the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Width list.
3.
Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box.
4.
Select either Fit Roll Paper Width or Scaling.
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Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors
Adjustments for Better Print Quality
Adjustments for Better Print Quality
Adjusting the Printhead
Adjusting the Printhead
Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors
Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors
If vertical lines in printed documents are warped or colors are out of alignment, execute Head Posi. Adj.. The printer will print and read a test pattern, and the Printhead position will be adjusted automatically.
There are two modes for automatic Printhead adjustment: Standard and Simple.
•
Standard
Execute if vertical lines in printed material are warped or colors are out of alignment.
Furthermore, if Simple does not improve printing, try Standard.
•
Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the Printhead
Simple
Executes simple adjustment in a short time.
Execute this when frequently adjusting the printhead, such as during daily inspection.
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This function is not available with Tracing Paper, Translucent Matte Film, or Clear Film.
•
Important
Note
Items to Prepare
When Using Rolls An unused roll at least 254.0 mm (10.00 in) wide
When Using Sheets Standard : Two sheets of unused paper, A4/Letter size (or one sheet when using A3 or larger)
Perform adjustment as follows.
1
If adjustment is not possible as expected using special media, try another type of paper, or try Manual adjustment.
(See "Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors.") ➔ User's Guide
•
Because the results of adjustment vary depending on the type of paper used for adjustment, use the same type of
paper as you will use for printing.
•
If Standard does not improve printing, try adjusting the printhead manually.
(See "Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors.") ➔ User's Guide
•
If the printhead position was not adjusted during initial setup or when the printhead was replaced, execute Initial
adjustmt.
(See "Adjustment When Installing the Printhead.") ➔ User's Guide
Simple: One sheet of unused paper, A4/Letter size
Load paper.
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Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls ➔P.12
•
Loading Rolls in the Printer ➔P.15
•
Loading Sheets in the Printer ➔P.25
Always make sure the loaded paper matches the type of paper specified on the printer. Adjustment can-
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On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or
2
▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab (
3
Press the OK button.
The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed.
4
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the OK button.
5
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Head Posi. Adj., and then press the OK button.
6
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Standard or Simple, and then press the OK button.
A test pattern is printed for adjustment.
Adjustment is now finished if you have printed on a roll.
Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors
).
•
If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Note
Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the Printhead
7
If you are printing on cut sheets, a confirmation message is displayed on the Display Screen asking you
whether to continue printing.
Press the OK button and follow the instructions on the Display Screen.
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Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment Method
Adjusting the feed amount
Adjusting the feed amount
Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment Method ................................................................................................ 94
Adjusting Line Length ..................................................................................................................................... 95
Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment Method
Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment Method
Methods of adjusting the amount paper is fed are set in Adj. Priority.
Adjust Adj. Priority to suit your particular printing application.
•
Print Quality: Adjusts the feed amount to reduce banding across the sheet in printed documents.
Adj. Quality settings are applied. When Adj. Fine Feed is executed, the Adj. Fine Feed settings are applied
in addition to the Adj. Quality settings.
•
Print Length: Adjusts the feed amount for better accuracy of lines in printed documents.
Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the feed amount
The settings of A:High or B:Standard/Draft in Adjust Length are applied.
•
Automatic: Print Quality or Print Length is selected, depending on Print Priority as selected in the printer
driver at the time of printing.
Image or Office Document: Print Quality is selected.
Line Drawing/Text: Print Length is selected.
•
Either A:High or B:Standard/Draft in the Adjust Length menu is applied, depending on printer driver settings at
the time of printing.
Note
•
If you have selected Easy Settings in the printer driver, follow these steps to confirm the Print Priority setting.
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Windows: Click View Settings on the Main tab to display the View Settings dialog box.
•
Mac OS: Click View set. on the Main pane to display the View set. dialog box.
Follow these steps to configure the settings.
1
Load the paper.
•
Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls ➔P.12
•
Loading Rolls in the Printer ➔P.15
•
Loading Sheets in the Printer ➔P.25
On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or
2
▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( ).
•
If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Note
Press the
3
The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed.
OK button.
4
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the OK button.
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Press ▲ or ▼ to select Feed Priority, and then press the OK button.
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Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adj. Priority, and then press the OK button.
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Adjusting Line Length
Adjusting Line Length
To ensure that lines in CAD drawings are printed at exactly the right length, use Adjust Length to adjust the
amount that paper is advanced.
There are two options in Adjust Length : AdjustmentPrint and Change Settings.
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Additionally, two modes are available in both AdjustmentPrint and Change Settings : A:High or B:Standard/
Draft. Choose the mode that suits your particular printing application.
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Adjusting Line Length
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Automatic, Print Quality, or Print Length, and then press the OK button.
AdjustmentPrint
After a test pattern is printed, you will measure the discrepancy based on the results of printing.
Change Settings
No test pattern is printed. Instead, you will measure a document already printed to determine the discrepancy.
A:High
This setting is applied when Highest or High is selected in Print Quality in the printer driver.
B:Standard/Draft
This setting is applied when Standard or Fast is selected in Print Quality in the printer driver.
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Always check the Adj. Priority values before using Adjust Length. (See "Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment
Method.") ➔P.94
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Use paper of the same type and size for adjustment as you will use for printing.
Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the feed amount
Paper to Prepare
When Using Rolls
When Using Sheets
Perform adjustment as follows.
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Load the paper.
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Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls ➔P.12
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Loading Rolls in the Printer ➔P.15
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Loading Sheets in the Printer ➔P.25
Important
On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or
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▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( ).
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An unused roll at least 10 inches wide
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High-precision ruler
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One sheet of unused paper of at least A4/Letter size
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High-precision ruler
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Always make sure the loaded paper matches the type of paper specified. Adjustment cannot be completed correctly unless the loaded paper matches the settings.
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If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
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Press the
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The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed.
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Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the OK button.
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Press ▲ or ▼ to select Feed Priority, and then press the OK button.
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Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Length, and then press the OK button.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select AdjustmentPrint or Change Settings,
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and then press the OK button.
When you select AdjustmentPrint, a test pattern is printed for
you to measure the scale and calculate the discrepancy. The
scale bar prints Millimeter in 50 mm increments and Inch in 1inch increments.
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Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the feed amount
Note
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Press ▲ or ▼ to enter the amount of discrepancy, and then press the OK button.
If the scale is shorter than the actual size, use a positive setting value. If it is longer, use a negative value.
The feed amount can be adjusted in 0.02% increments.
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A test pattern is printed in black when you choose A:High or in magenta if you choose B:Standard/
Draft.
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To cancel printing the test pattern for adjustment, hold down the Stop button. When "Stop printing?" is
displayed, press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Clearing Jammed Roll Paper
Clearing Jammed Roll Paper
If roll paper jams, follow the steps below to remove jams.
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Clearing Jammed Roll Paper
Problems Regarding Paper
Problems Regarding Paper
Clearing Jammed Roll Paper ........................................................................................................................... 97
Clearing a Jammed Sheet ............................................................................................................................. 100
Troubleshooting When Paper Jams are not Found ........................................................................................ 102
Roll paper cannot be inserted into the Paper Feed Slot ................................................................................. 105
Cannot load sheets ....................................................................................................................................... 105
Paper is not cut neatly ...................................................................................................................................106
Paper is not cut .............................................................................................................................................106
The size of clear film cannot be detected ...................................................................................................... 106
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If you do not find any scraps or jams, see "Troubleshooting When Paper Jams are not Found." ➔ P.102
Note
Turn the printer off. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.")
Open the Top Cover.
➔User's Guide
Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper
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If the leading edge of the roll jams in the carriage such as when the paper curls strongly, you may be able
to avoid paper jamming by setting the roll cutting method to Manual and setting the detection of paper
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leading edge to Do not perform.
(See "Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls.") ➔ User's Guide
If the Carriage is out, move the Carriage out of the
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way, away from the paper.
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Clearing Jammed Roll Paper
Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage
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Important
If the Cutter is out, move the Cutter to the right side,
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Shaft (b), or Ink Tube Stabilizer (c). Touching
these parts may damage them.
away from the paper.
Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper
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If the Cutter is on the left side, be sure to move it to the right. If the Cutter is on the left side when you
Important
Lift the Release Lever.
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turn the printer on, the printer may rip the paper.
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a
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Holding the paper on both sides, pull the jammed por-
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tion out toward the front. Use a scissors or cutting tool
to cut away the printed or wrinkled portion.
Clearing Jammed Roll Paper
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When cutting paper, be careful to avoid injury and damaging the printer.
Caution
If the Carriage is on the left, move the Carriage to the
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right until it stops.
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Always move the Carriage to the right side. If the Carriage is on the left, a Carriage error may occur
Important
Hold the edge of the roll paper in the middle as you
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gently pull it evenly 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.
when you turn on the printer.
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Clearing a Jammed Sheet
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Do not force the roll paper into alignment with the Paper Alignment Line (b). This may prevent the paper
Important
Close the Top Cover.
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Turn the printer on. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.")
The roll is now advanced. After it is finished being advanced, you can resume printing.
Note
Clearing a Jammed Sheet
Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper
Clearing a Jammed Sheet
If a sheet jams, follow the steps below to remove it.
from being advanced straight.
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If you pull out too much of the roll, an excessive amount will be cut away.
➔User's Guide
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You can ensure that the edge is cut neatly by selecting Paper Cutting in the printer menu.
(See "Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls.") ➔ User's Guide
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Turn the printer off. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.")
Open the Top Cover.
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If the Carriage is out, move the Carriage out of the
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way, away from the paper.
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