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Laser Beam Printer
User's Guide
User's Guide
Premium
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LBP-810 Laser Printer
User’s Guide
IMPORTANT:
Read this manual carefully.
Use this manual when you need quick reference help.
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Copyright
Copyright ©2002 Canon Inc.
All information in this manual is copyrighted. No part of this publication
may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system,
or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by
any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual,
or otherwise, without prior written consent from Canon.
Notice
Canon makes no guarantees of any kind with regard to this manual.
Canon is not liable for errors contained herein or for consequential or
incidental damages incurred as a result of acting on information
contained in the manual. The information contained herein shall not be
reproduced in whole or in part without prior written consent from Canon.
Trademarks
LBP, Canon, and the Canon Logo are trademarks of Canon Inc.
Microsoft®, Windows®, and Windows NT® are either registered
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and/or in other countries.
Other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective companies.
In this manual, Microsoft
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respectively.
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About this Guide
The following lists the information included in this Guide:
❏
Chapter 1: Introduction.
describes the parts.
❏
Chapter 2: Paper Handling.
you can use, how to load paper, and describes how paper moves
through the printer.
❏
Chapter 3: Using the Canon Advanced Printing Technology.
Describes the Canon Advanced Printing Technology and how to install
and use the software, as well as how to check on the status of a print
job.
❏
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting.
solve printing problems.
❏
Chapter 5: Maintenance.
printer, and how to replace the EP-22 cartridge.
❏
Appendix A.
❏
Appendix B.
network adapter.
❏
Glossary.
Introduces you to the printer features and
Explains the types of paper and sizes
Contains helpful information on how to
Explains how to clean and handle the
Lists the specifications for the printer.
Describes how to connect the printer using the optional
Includes definitions for terminology used in this Guide.
Conventions
This guide uses the following conventions:
CAUTION:
Indicates precautions that must be observed to prevent possible injury.
Indicates that neglecting the suggested procedure or practice could result
in damage to the printer.
Indicates notes and memos containing useful tips or detailed information.
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Safety Information
FCC Notice (100–127 V model)
Laser Beam Printer, Model L10573A
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 a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
❏
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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❏
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
❏
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
❏
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart
B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or 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.
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FCC Notice (220–240 V model)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
• Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class A limits in
Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless
otherwise specified in this guide. If such changes or modifications should
be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Notice for EMC Directive (220–240 V model)
“This equipment has been tested in a typical system to comply with the
technical requirements of EMC Directive.”
• Use of shielded cable is necessary to comply with the technical
requirements of EMC Directive.
International E
As an E
meets the E
The International E
international program that promotes energy saving through the use of
computers and other office equipment. The program backs the
development and dissemination of products with functions that
effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which
business proprietors can participate voluntarily. The targeted products are
office equipment such as computers, monitors, printers, fax machines,
and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform among the
participating nations.
NERGY STAR
NERGY STAR
NERGY STAR
partner, Canon Inc. has determined that this product
NERGY STAR
Office Equipment Program
guidelines for energy efficiency.
Office Equipment Program is an
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Laser Safety (100–127 V / 220–240 V models)
Laser radiation could be hazardous to the human body. For this reason,
laser radiation emitted inside this printer is hermetically sealed within the
protective housing and external cover. In the normal operation of the
product by the user, no radiation can leak from the machine.
This printer is classified as a Class 1 laser product under EN608251:1994, and in the USA, it is classified as Class 1 under the code of
Federal Regulations, §1040.10 of Title 21.
The label shown below is attached to this printer. This label is attached to
the laser scanner unit inside the printer. (100–127 V / 220–240 V models)
This printer has been classified under EN60825-1:1994 and conforms to
the following classes:
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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
APPAREIL A RAYONNEMENT LASER DE CLASSE 1
APPARECCHIO LASER DI CLASSE 1
PRODUCTO LASER DE CLASE 1
APARELHO A LASER DE CLASSE 1
(220-240 V model only)
CAUTION:
Performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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Important Safety Instructions
CAUTION:
This printer is a high-precision electronic device. Before operation, be
sure to read the following instructions to handle the printer properly.
❏
Read the manual carefully before operation.
❏
Do not dispose of these instructions. Save them for future reference.
❏
Follow all warnings and instructions on the printer and consumables.
❏
Do not place the printer on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
❏
When installing the printer, carefully observe the location
requirements described in this guide.
❏
The shaded part of the face-up delivery area may be hot. Be careful
not to touch it.
CAUTION! HOT SURFACE AVOID CONTACT ACHTUNG! HEISS ATTEMTION! TEMPERATURE ELEVEE
PRECAUCION!/ATTENZIONE! ALTA TEMPERATURA
❏
Do not expose the printer to a wet environment.
❏
Do not expose the printer directly to a chemical environment
(experimental laboratories, etc.). The exterior of the printer is made of
plastic, and the outside covering might fade, become deformed, or
melt.
❏
Do not install the printer where it will be exposed to smoke or steam.
❏
Be sure to connect the printer to a grounded outlet.
❏
Do not operate the printer until all packing materials (packing tape,
spacers, and styrofoam molds) have been removed.
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100–127 V model only:
This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug
that has a third (grounding) pin. As a safety feature, this plug fits only
into a grounding-type power outlet. If you are unable to insert the plug
into the outlet, contact an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.
❏
220–240 V model only:
A certified power supply cord is to be used with this equipment. For a
rated current up to 6 A, a type not lighter than H05VV-F 3G 0.75 mm
or H05VVH2-F 3G 0.75 mm2 shall be used.
❏
Be sure to turn off the power before unplugging or plugging in the
printer power cord or interface cable.
❏
When moving the printer, be sure to turn off the power before
unplugging the power cord.
❏
Be sure to unravel the power cord prior to plugging it in; otherwise it
may lead to damage, overheating, short-circuit, or result in fire.
❏
Be sure to plug the power cord firmly into the power outlet, as any
flammable material caught between an opening might result in fire.
❏
Avoid using an extension cord. If you must use an extension cord, be
sure to take the following precautions. Failure to do this might lead to
overheating, result in fire, or cause flickering due to a drop in voltage.
• Be sure not to exceed the allowed rating current of the extension
cord.
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• Use a short extension cord. Do not connect several extension cords
together.
• Make sure that the total ampere rating of the products plugged into
the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere
rating.
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Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To
ensure reliable operation of the printer and to protect it from
overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The
openings should never be blocked by placing the printer on a bed,
sofa, shag rug, or other similar surface.
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The printer should never be placed near or over a radiator, heat
register, or flame. It should not be placed in a built-in installation
unless proper ventilation is provided.
Ventilation slots
❏
Before connecting the printer to a power source, check the voltage
rating label at the back of the printer to ensure that the printer voltage
matches that of the power source. The voltage rating label is located
on the rear side of the printer. If the voltage label is missing, contact
your nearest authorized dealer or the place of purchase.
❏
The power cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked
on or pinched by items placed on or against it. Pay particular attention
to the plug, the power socket, and the point where the cord exits the
unit.
❏
Keep the power cord and cables away from children.
❏
Do not handle plugs with wet hands.
❏
When the printer will not be used for a long period, turn the power off
and unplug the power cord for safety.
❏
Unplug the printer from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not spray
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners directly on the cabinet or the
openings, as the spray could penetrate inside the printer and
contaminate internal parts. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
❏
Never push objects of any kind into the printer through openings in the
enclosure, as the objects might touch dangerous voltage points or short
out parts. This could result in a fire or electrical shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind into the printer.
❏
Unplug the printer and request servicing from qualified service
personnel in the following situations:
• When the power cord or plug is damaged or becomes frayed.
• If liquid is spilled into the printer.
• If the printer is exposed to water.
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• If the printer does not operate normally when the operating
instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of
other controls may damage the printer and may require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal
operation.
• If the printer is dropped or the cabinet is damaged.
• If the printer exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a
need for servicing.
• If the printer produces smoke, odor, or excessive noise.
❏
The outlet should always be free from any obstacles so as to allow
easy access.
❏
When unplugging the printer, always disconnect the power cord by
pulling on the plug, not the cord itself.
❏
Any misuse of electrical equipment is hazardous. Do not allow
children to handle power cords or cables.
❏
Do not attempt to service this printer yourself, except as instructed in
this guide. Opening or removing covers that are intended to be
removed only by qualified service personnel may expose you to
dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing in those
compartments to qualified service personnel.
❏
Do not attempt to modify the printer.
❏
Do not remove the warning or instruction labels on the printer.
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Operating Environment
When selecting a location for the printer, check the following guidelines:
• Make sure the location is flat and sturdy.
• When power is on (printer plugged into an AC outlet):
Temperature: 10˚C-32.5˚C (50˚F-90.5˚F)
Relative humidity: 20-80% RH with no condensation
• Make sure the surrounding area is well ventilated.
• The printer must not be in a direct draft.
Avoid placing the printer in the following
locations:
• Under direct sunlight, near heaters,
air conditioners, or open flames.
Strong light entering the printer unit causes the internal cartridge drum
surface to deteriorate and degrades the printing.
• Near magnets or equipment that generates magnetic fields.
• Near areas subject to vibration.
• In dusty places or places where the air contains high concentrations
of salt or corrosive gases.
• Near water pipes and refrigerators.
If humidity is less than 30%, use a humidifier or an anti-static mat to
prevent buildup of electrostatic charges.
If the room temperature rises abruptly, or the printer is moved from a cool
and dry place to a warm and humid place, condensation may form inside
the printer and cause problems with paper delivery or a deterioration in
print quality and, in some cases, result in printer error. To prevent this,
allow the printer to sit for an hour or more to adjust to the new
temperature.
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Observe the following requirements when the power is off (printer
unplugged from the AC outlet):
• Temperature: 0˚C-35˚C (32˚F-95˚F).
• Relative Humidity: 10-80% RH with no condensation.
Carrying the Printer
CAUTION:
Do not carry the printer by holding the front panel, the face-up delivery
slot, or by holding it at the front and rear. This could result in damage to
the printer or personal injury if the printer is dropped.
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Before transporting the printer, always remove the EP-22 cartridge and
store it in its original protective bag or wrap it in a thick cloth to protect it
from strong light.
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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction .......................................................................................... 1
Printer Features....................................................................................... 2
Parts of the Printer .................................................................................. 4
Front View..................................................................................... 4
Rear View...................................................................................... 4
Inside the Printer ........................................................................... 5
Chapter 2 Paper Handling ..................................................................................... 7
Paper Requirements................................................................................ 8
Plain Paper..................................................................................... 9
Transparencies............................................................................... 9
Labels .......................................................................................... 10
Envelopes .................................................................................... 10
Postcards...................................................................................... 11
Storing Paper ........................................................................................ 12
Paper Path ............................................................................................. 13
Selecting Paper Delivery ...................................................................... 14
Face-down Delivery .................................................................... 14
Face-up Delivery ......................................................................... 15
Loading Paper into the MP Tray .......................................................... 16
Loading Envelopes into the MP Tray.......................................... 19
Loading Paper Manually ...................................................................... 24
Chapter 3 Using the Canon Advanced Printing Technology ............................ 27
Installing the CAPT .............................................................................. 28
Windows 95/98/Me .............................................................................. 28
Plug and Play............................................................................... 28
Add Printer Wizard ..................................................................... 31
Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP ................................................................... 36
Windows 2000 Plug and Play ..................................................... 36
Windows XP Plug and Play ........................................................ 39
Windows NT 4.0 Add Printer Wizard......................................... 42
Windows 2000 Add Printer Wizard ............................................ 46
Windows XP Add Printer Wizard ............................................... 52
Connecting to the LBP-810 Already on Your Network.............. 58
Printer Sharing...................................................................................... 62
Connecting the LBP-810 as a Network Printer ........................... 62
The Canon CAPT Tools ....................................................................... 65
Printing with the CAPT ........................................................................ 66
Windows 95/98/Me Printer Properties........................................ 67
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Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP Printer Properties and Default
Document Properties* ................................................................. 80
Checking the Status of a Print Job........................................................ 94
Opening the Status Window........................................................ 95
Using the LBP-810 Status Window ............................................ 96
Network Printer Status .............................................................. 107
The Status Window Icon ........................................................... 108
Closing the Status Window ....................................................... 109
Messages ................................................................................... 109
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting ................................................................................ 113
Finding Information............................................................................ 113
Paper Jams .......................................................................................... 115
Locating Paper Jams.................................................................. 115
Removing Paper Jams ........................................................................ 120
Print Quality Problems ....................................................................... 129
Printout Has Vertical White Streaks ......................................... 129
Printout Has Black Specks ........................................................ 130
Printout Too Light..................................................................... 130
Printout Too Dark...................................................................... 130
Printer Problems ................................................................................. 131
CAPT Problems.................................................................................. 134
CAPT Messages ................................................................................. 137
Using the Trouble Shooter.................................................................. 139
Uninstalling the CAPT ....................................................................... 141
Chapter 5 Maintenance ...................................................................................... 143
Handling and Cleaning the Printer ..................................................... 143
Handling the Printer .................................................................. 143
Cleaning the Printer................................................................... 144
EP-22 Cartridge .................................................................................. 144
Storage Guidelines .................................................................... 145
Handling Guidelines.................................................................. 146
Replacing the EP-22 Cartridge.................................................. 147
Cleaning..................................................................................... 149
Appendix A Printer Specifications ....................................................................... 151
Appendix B Network Adapter ..............................................................................153
Connecting Directly From Clients...................................................... 154
Connecting Through A Print Server................................................... 155
Protocols ............................................................................................. 155
Using NetPilot To Configure Your Network Adapter........................ 155
Specifications...................................................................................... 156
Glossary ............................................................................................................. 157
Index ............................................................................................................. 169
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Canon LBP-810 Laser Printer.
This chapter introduces you to the printer and explains its features.
Introduction
Your new laser printer has many advanced features, including the CAPT
(Canon Advanced Printing Technology). The CAPT gives you instant
access to printer information.
The LBP-810 offers outstanding print quality, flexible paper handling,
energy-efficient printing, and trouble-free operation.
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Printer Features
The LBP-810 combines the following features to form a versatile printing
system:
Quick startup
The printer is ready to print in less than 8 seconds after it is turned on
(start-up time), and has a first print time of less than 18 seconds. This
means that you can print documents quickly and efficiently.
Impressive output
Thanks to the CAPT (Canon Advanced Printing Technology), the 600 dpi
resolution gives you crisp, clean, laser-sharp output at 8 pages per
minute.
Low power consumption
The printer comes with an efficient power management system. Power
consumption is very low, particularly when idle.
Stylish, compact design
The printer provides compact, lightweight, easy-to-use functionality in a
smooth, stylish design. The small footprint gives you more work space to
help you meet your needs.
CAPT Printing Software
The CAPT is easy to install, and with it you can set custom paper sizes,
overlay bitmaps on documents (for example, you can print your logo on
each page), tile up to nine pages on one sheet of paper, and switch easily
between complicated setups using user-defined profiles. The Status
Window gives you written and spoken feedback about your print jobs,
even over a network.
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Quiet operation
Its quiet operation makes this printer an ideal output device, even in an
open-office environment.
Flexible paper handling
Both the multi-purpose tray (MP tray) and the manual feeding slot accept
plain paper of various sizes—Legal, Letter, A4, B5, or Executive—as
well as transparencies, labels, envelopes, postcards and other special
paper. The MP tray handles up to 125 sheets of 75 g/m2 plain paper with a
maximum stack height of 12.5 mm. For manual feeding, sheets are fed
one at a time. Delivery can be face down (for plain paper) or face up (for
all paper types).
Direct Network Connection
With the optional network adapter, you can connect directly to the
LBP-810 over a network, without having to go through a server.
Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction
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Parts of the Printer
Front View
Input paper support
Face-down output
paper support
Face-down
delivery slot
Multi-purpose tray
(MP tray)
Paper guides
Front cover
Face-up
delivery slot
Rear View
Power switch
Manual feed slot
Paper delivery
selector
Parallel port
interface connector
USB port
interface connector
Power socket
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Inside the Printer
Transfer roller
Introduction
For more information about setting up the printer, see the
Guide
.
Chapter 1 Introduction
Getting Started
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Chapter 2
Paper Handling
This chapter describes how to select the different types of paper you can
use with your printer and how to load them. It includes the following
information:
❏ Paper Requirements
❏ Storing Paper
❏ Paper Path
❏ Selecting Paper Delivery
❏ Loading Paper into the MP Tray
❏ Loading Paper Manually
Paper Handling
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Paper Requirements
Make sure that the paper you use meets the following requirements.
Loading Type Size
Weight
2
(g/m
)
Capacity Delivery
MP Tray Plain paper Legal, Letter, A4,
Executive, B5.
Transparencies Letter, A4 -- Max. height:
Labels Letter, A4 -- Max. height:
Envelopes 98 x 162 mm to
176 x 250 mm
(COM 10,
Monarch, DL, B5,
C5)
Postcards 100 x 147 mm -- Max. height:
Other Index card: 3" x 5"* -- Max. height:
Manual Plain paper 76.2 x 127 mm to
216 x 356 mm
Including the
following standard
paper sizes:
Legal: 8-1/2" x 14"
Letter: 8-1/2" x 11"
A4: 210 x 297 mm
Executive: 7-1/4" x
10-1/2"
B5: 182 x 257 mm
A5 (Portrait
orientation): 210 x
148 mm
2
Face-up
Facedown (64-
105 g/m2)
Face-up
Face-up
Face-up
Face-up
Face-up
Facedown (64-
105 g/m
64-135 Max height:
12.5 mm
(Approx. 125
sheets of 75 g/m
paper)
12.5 mm
12.5 mm
-- Max. height:
12.5 mm
12.5 mm
12.5 mm
64-135 1 sheet Face-up
2)
Transparencies Letter, A4 -- 1 sheet Face-up
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Weight
Loading Type Size
Manual Labels Letter, A4 -- 1 sheet Face-up
(g/m
2
)
Capacity Delivery
Envelopes 98 x 162 to 176 x 250
mm (COM 10,
Monarch, DL, B5,
C5)
Postcards 100 x 147 mm -- 1 sheet Face-up
Other Index cards: 3" x 5"* -- 1 sheet Face-up
-- 1 sheet Face-up
*Only use index cards that are 0.18 mm to 0.28 mm thick.
Plain Paper
Follow these guidelines when selecting paper:
❏ Paper that is too thick or too thin, or that has irregular shapes, cutouts,
or perforations should not be used.
❏ Never use paper that is wet, highly textured, rough, torn, wrinkled, or
damaged.
❏ Extremely smooth paper or paper with special coatings does not print
well.
❏ The laser printing process uses high temperatures to fuse toner to the
paper. Use paper that will not melt, vaporize, offset, discolor, or emit
dangerous fumes at about 190˚ C (374˚ F).
Paper Handling
❏ Do not use thermal or carbon paper, or paper with glue, staples, clips,
or ribbons.
For colored paper, use colors that are not damaged by the heat of the
printer’s fixing assembly (about 190˚ C or 374˚ F).
Transparencies
The acceptable sizes are Letter or A4. The transparencies must be able to
withstand the heat generated by the fixing assembly (about 190˚ C or
374˚ F) without damage.
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Labels
Labels are paper with pressure-sensitive adhesive. Acceptable sizes are
Letter and A4.
Note the following conditions when choosing a label sheet:
❏ The label print face (top, or face sheet) must be made of ordinary,
matte-finish paper similar to copy paper.
❏ The paper backing must be able to withstand the heat generated by the
fixing assembly (about 190˚ C or 374˚ F). The backing must not be
made of easily removable coated paper.
❏ Do not use labels with exposed adhesive, which may stick to the EP-
22 cartridge or the fixing roller, causing the labels to peel off and
serious paper jams to occur.
Envelopes
Follow these guidelines when printing on envelopes:
❏ Envelopes must not have any fasteners, snaps, or windows, or be made
of artificial materials.
❏ Do not use envelopes that discolor or melt at about 190˚ C (374˚ F),
envelopes which might emit dangerous fumes when heated, or
envelopes that seal with pressure-sensitive adhesives.
❏ Do not use envelopes which are damaged, curled or wrinkled, or that
have an irregular shape.
❏ Do not use oversized envelopes, or envelopes with folds.
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Postcards
❏ Poorly manufactured envelopes are not recommended.
Paper Handling
Follow these guidelines when printing on postcards:
❏ Postcards should not be greater than 0.28 mm in thickness.
❏ Postcards should be free of glue, clips, and staples.
❏ Do not use postcards that are damaged or curled, or that have special
coatings or an irregular shape.
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Storing Paper
Improper paper storage might cause a deterioration of print quality and
paper performance. Therefore, note the following when storing paper:
❏ Store unused paper in its wrapping to protect against humidity.
❏ Do not store paper directly on the floor as the floor is usually humid.
❏ If you must store paper in a very humid place, use a specially designed
storage box.
❏ Keep paper on a flat surface to prevent excessive in-ream paper curl.
❏ Do not stack paper too high to prevent excessive in-ream paper curl.
❏ Do not subject paper to direct sunlight or a humid environment.
If paper is moved to a place with a very different temperature, leave it
there for about one day before using it; otherwise it could curl or develop
wrinkles.
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Paper Path
Understanding how paper travels inside the printer helps you better
handle paper loading and jams.
A sheet of paper enters the printer from the MP tray or the manual feed
slot. It travels to the image transfer area where the printer drum has been
statically charged. A laser beam changes the static charge on the drum
and toner clings to those parts of the drum. As the paper rolls across the
drum, the toner transfers to the paper. The toner is then fused to the paper
by the fixing assembly. The paper either comes out from the face-up
delivery slot or travels to the face-down delivery slot, depending on the
paper delivery method selected.
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Selecting Paper Delivery
Use the paper delivery selector to choose face-up or face-down delivery.
When the selector is in the lower position, face-up delivery is selected.
When the selector is in the upper position, face-down delivery is selected.
Face-down
Face-up
Face-down Delivery
Use face-down delivery for plain paper only. Printouts are stacked in
order in the face-down delivery slot (which can hold up to 100 sheets of
75 g/m
To select face-down delivery, move the paper delivery selector up.
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paper).
❏ Do not replace paper in the face-down delivery slot once it is removed
from the slot. This could result in damage to the flaps inside the slot.
❏ Never insert paper or other objects into the face-down delivery slot.
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Face-up Delivery
Use face-up delivery for envelopes and transparencies, as well as other
special paper, including non-standard sized plain paper. Printouts come
out from the face-up delivery slot face up. This helps prevent paper curl.
To select face-up delivery, push the paper delivery selector down.
❏ Do not pull on the printout while it is still emerging from the face-up
delivery slot.
Paper Handling
❏ Do not switch the paper delivery selector until the printout has
completely come out of the delivery slot. Switching the paper delivery
selector while printing could cause a paper jam.
❏ Make sure there is enough room at the front of the printer for the paper
to exit.
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Loading Paper into the MP Tray
The multi-purpose tray can hold up to approximately 125 sheets of
75 g/m
Letter, A4, Executive, and B5. It also accepts transparencies, envelopes,
postcards, or special paper with a maximum height of 12.5 mm.
Before loading paper on the MP tray, first select the paper delivery. For
envelopes, transparencies, labels, and other special paper, face-up
delivery must be used. Plain paper can use both the face-up and facedown delivery methods. Face-down delivery is limited to plain paper with
weight between 64 and 105 g/m
Delivery” on page 14.
Follow the steps below to load a stack of paper.
Make sure that the input paper support is inserted into its slot in the
printer.
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1. Prepare a stack of paper and tap it on a flat surface to properly align
the edges.
❏ Do not fan the paper, or printing problems might occur.
❏ When using transparencies, slightly fan the stack of transparencies
before loading them in the MP tray to prevent feed failures.
2. Align the stack of paper so that the side to be printed on faces the
front of the printer. The top edge of the paper stack should be toward
the bottom of the MP tray. Slide the stack in until it stops.
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❏ Do not load more than 125 sheets of 75 g/m
plain paper, or a stack of
any paper higher than 12.5 mm.
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3. Adjust the paper guides to the width of the paper stack. For A4-size
or Letter/Legal-size paper, align the paper guides with the icons
inside the MP tray.
Adjust the paper guides so that there is no space between the paper guide
and the edge of the stack of paper.
When reloading, be sure to remove any paper remaining in the MP tray.
Stack it together with the new sheets before loading.
The MP tray is now ready to supply paper. For information on paper
delivery selection, see “Selecting Paper Delivery” on page 14.
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Loading Envelopes into the MP Tray
Before Loading Envelopes
Please be sure to follow these steps before loading envelopes:
1. Place the envelopes on a flat surface and press the corners down in
the direction shown to flatten the envelopes.
2. Flex the envelope stack, including all four edges, to remove any
stiffness. Correct any bent corners on the envelopes. Check all four
corners.
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3. Align the stack of envelopes by tapping them on a flat surface.
Loading Envelopes
1. Align the stack of envelopes so that the side to be printed on faces the
front of the printer. Slide the stack in until it stops.
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2. Adjust the paper guides to the width of the stack of envelopes.
Most applications allow you to choose which way envelopes feed into the
printer. Make sure your printer settings before you print.
When using C5-size envelopes, remove any stiffness by lightly flexing
both edges of the envelope.
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Insert the envelopes one at a time into the MP tray, in the direction shown
in the illustration.
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2
2
If the flap is along the long edge of the envelope, insert each envelope
with the flap at the back and on the right.
If the flap is along the short edge of the envelope, insert envelopes with
the flap at the bottom and at the back.
The illustrations below show acceptable and unacceptable arrangements
of the flaps of envelopes in a stack.
Acceptable
The flap of each envelope should be separate, not overlapping the edges
of any of the other envelopes in the stack.
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Not Acceptable
If the flap of any of the envelopes overlaps the edges of other envelopes in
the stack, like those in the examples below, paper jams or misfeeds will
occur.
Flaps overlapping the envelopes underneath
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Loading Paper Manually
The manual feed slot allows you to load paper manually, one sheet at a
time. You can load transparencies, labels, envelopes, postcards, or other
special paper. You can also load plain paper, which is useful when you
want to use paper that is a different size from the paper in the MP tray.
Before loading paper manually, always select the paper delivery first. For
transparencies, labels, envelopes, postcards, and other special paper,
face-up delivery must be used. Plain paper can use both the face-up and
face-down delivery methods. Face-down delivery is limited to plain paper
with weight between 64 and 105 g/m
Delivery” on page 14.
Align the sheet of paper so that the side to be printed on faces the front of
the printer and the top of the paper is inserted first. Slide the sheet of
paper into the manual feeding slot until it stops (see
below). Adjust the paper guides to the sheet of paper (see
illustrations below).
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➀ in the illustrations
➁ in the
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2
Standard paper
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Envelopes
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2
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❏ The manual feed has priority over the MP tray.
❏ Often applications will let you change the feeding direction of
envelopes. Confirm the feeding direction of envelopes before printing.
❏ If a postcard is not fed smoothly into the printer, gently push the top of
the postcard downwards until the roller inside the printer takes the
card and feeds it into the printer.
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❏ Do not force the paper into the printer or printing problems might
result.
❏ For continuous manual feed, insert a new sheet only when the
previous sheet has come out completely from the delivery slot. If a
new sheet is inserted before the previous sheet has been delivered, a
paper jam may occur.
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This chapter describes the CAPT (Canon Advanced Printing
Technology). It includes the following information:
❏ Installing the CAPT
❏ Printing with the CAPT
❏ Checking the Status of a Print Job
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Installing the CAPT
If you are using the LBP-810 as a local printer (connected directly to your
computer) follow the steps below. If the LBP-810 is already on your
network, and you want to start using it, follow the steps in “Connecting
to the LBP-810 Already on Your Network” on pag e 58. If you want to
install the LBP-810 as a network printer, follow the steps in “Connecting
the LBP-810 as a Network Printer” on pag e 62.
Windows 95/98/Me
For installation instructions using the CD-ROM menu, please see the
Getting Started Guide.
Plug and Play
Following is the installation procedure of plug and play for “Using USB
and Parallel Port” under Windows 95/98/Me.
Before you install the software, make sure you do the following:
❏ Start Windows 95, 98 or Me.
❏ Connect the printer to your computer (For details, see the Getting
Started Guide).
❏ Turn on the printer (For details, see the Getting Started Guide).
If you are using Windows 95 OSR2.1 or later, an error may occur while
trying to install using plug and play. If you get an error, install the
software using the CD-ROM. To check which version of Windows 95 you
are using, open the system window in Control Panel and look at the
version number in the General tab. 4.00.950 B or 4.00.950 C means you
are using OSR2.1 or later.
Using USB Port (USB Cable)
In order to use the printer via USB, the following requirements need to be
satisfied.
❏ Your computer must be equipped with a USB port and it is necessary
that its operation is approved by the manufacturer.
❏ Windows 95 is not available for USB.
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The following procedure only applies to the installation under Windows
98.
The first time you start Windows with the LBP-810 attached to your
computer the New Hardware Found dialog box appears, then
click Next >.
When using parallel port, go Step 3.
1. Select Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended)
in the Add New Hardware Wizard and click Next>.
2. Click only Specify a location, then click Browse… to select the
driver in the language that you want to install. For example, if your
CD-ROM drive is drive D, brows to D:\English\Win9x and click
OK.
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For Windows Me, select Specify the location of the driver (Advanced)
and click Next > in the Add New Hardware Wizard.
Click only Specify the location then click Browse… to select the driver
you want to install. For example, if your CD-ROM drive is drive D,
browse to D:\English\WinMe and click OK.
The installation of the USB class driver will complete.
3. The Add New Hardware Wizard (Canon LBP-810) appears. Click
Next>.
4. Select Search for the best driver for you device (recommended)
and click Next >. Click only Specify a location and Browse… to
select the driver in the language that you want to install. For
example, if your CD-ROM drive is drive D, brows to
D:\English\Win9x and click OK >.
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For Windows Me, select Specify the location of the driver (Advanced)
and click Next > in the Add New Hardware Wizard.
Click only Specify the location then click Browse… to select the driver
you want to install. For example, if your CD-ROM drive is drive D,
browse to D:\English\WinMe and click OK.
5. Enter the name you wish to use, then click Finish.
6. When the installation is complete, the following dialog box appears.
To close the dialog box, click OK. Click Finish on the Add New
Hardware wizard.
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Add Printer Wizard
To install the CAPT on a local computer using Windows 95/98/Me, you
can use the Windows 95/98/Me Add Printer Wizard.
Following is the installation procedures for “Using Parallel Port” under
Windows 98.
To install the LBP-810 printer driver to USB port, perform procedure as
same as “CD-ROM Installation” or “Plug and Play”.
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1. From the Start menu, select Settings, then Printers. The Printers
folder appears.
2. Double-click the Add Printer icon. The Add Printer Wizard dialog
box appears. Click Next >.
3. Select Local Printer and click Next >.
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4. The Wizard displays a list of available printers. Click Have Disk….
5. The Install From Disk dialog box appears. Use Browse… to select
the directory or enter the path name that contains the printer
software, then click OK.
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For example, if you are using the CD-ROM to install the software,
and your CD-ROM drive is drive D:, the path name would be
D:\English\Win9x.
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6. Select the printer, and click Next >.
7. Select the printer’s port, and then click Next >.
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8. Enter the name you wish to use, then click Finish.
9. When the installation is complete, the following dialog box appears.
To close the dialog box, click OK. Click Finish on the Add New
Hardware Wizard.
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Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP
Windows 2000 Plug and Play
Following is the installation procedure of plug and play for “Using USB
and Parallel Port” under Windows 2000.
Before you install the software, make sure you do the following:
❏ Connect the printer to your computer (For details, see the Getting
Started Guide).
❏ Turn on the printer (For details, see the Getting Started Guide).
❏ Start up Windows 2000.
Using USB Port (USB Cable)
In order to use the printer via USB, the following requirements need to be
satisfied.
❏ Your computer must be equipped with a USB port and it is necessary
that its operation is approved by the manufacturer.
❏ Windows NT 4.0 is not available for USB.
When using parallel port, go Step 2.
1. Plug and Play is being carried out and the USB class driver, “USB
Printing Support” is automatically detected and installed.
2. Log on as member of Administrators. The full control access right
for the printer is necessary for the installation of the CAPT.
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3. The New Hardware Wizard dialog box appears. Click Next >.
Select Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended)
in the Found New Hardware Wizard and click Next >.
“Unknown” may be displayed as the name of the device.
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4. Select Specify a location and click Next >.
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5. The Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box appears. Click
Browse… to select the driver in the language that you want to install.
For example, if your CD-ROM drive is drive D:, brows to
D:\English\Win2000, then click OK.
Click Next > on Driver Files Search Results.
Click Yes if the Digital Signature Not Found dialog box appears.
6. When the installation is complete, the following dialog box appears.
Click OK to close the dialog box. Click Finish on the Found New
Hardware Wizard.
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Windows XP Plug and Play
Following is the installation procedure of plug and play for “Using USB
and Parallel Port” under Windows XP.
Before you install the software, make sure you do the following:
❏ Connect the printer to your computer (For details, see the Getting
Started Guide).
❏ Turn on the printer (For details, see the Getting Started Guide).
❏ Start up Windows XP.
Using USB Port (USB Cable)
In order to use the printer via USB, the following requirements need to be
satisfied.
❏ Your computer must be equipped with a USB port and it is necessary
that its operation is approved by the manufacturer.
❏ Windows NT 4.0 is not available for USB.
When using parallel port, go Step 2.
1. Plug and Play is being carried out and the USB class driver, “USB
Printing Support” is automatically detected and installed.
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2. Log on as member of Administrators. The full control access right
for the printer is necessary for the installation of the CAPT.
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3. The Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box appears.
Select Install from a list or specific location (Advanced) and click
Next >.
“Unknown” may be displayed as the name of the device.
4. Clear Search removable media (floppy, CD-ROM,...) check box.
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5. Select Include this location in the search:, and click Browse… to
select the driver in the language that you want to install. For
example, if your CD-ROM drive is drive D:, browse to
D:\English\WinXP, then click Next >.
Click Continue Anyway if the Hardware Installation dialog box
appears.
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6. When the installation is complete, the following dialog box appears.
Click OK to close the dialog box. Click Finish on the Found New
Hardware Wizard.
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Windows NT 4.0 Add Printer Wizard
To install the CAPT on a local computer using Windows NT 4.0, you can
use the Windows NT Add Printer Wizard.
1. Log on as member of Administrators. The full control access right
for the printer is necessary for the installation of the CAPT.
2. From the Start menu, select Settings, then Printers. The Printers
folder appears.
3. Double-click the Add Printer icon. The Add Printer Wizard dialog
box appears.
4. Select My Computer, then click Next >.
5. Select the printer port or ports you want to use, then click Next >.
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6. Click Have Disk… in the manufacturer/Printers dialog box.
7. The Install From Disk dialog box appears. Use Browse… to select
the directory or enter the path name that contains the CAPT, then
click OK.
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For example, if you are using the CD-ROM to install the CAPT, and
your CD-ROM drive is drive D:, the path name would be
D:\ENGLISH\WINNT40.
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8. Select your printer model from the list of printers displayed, then
click Next >.
9. Click Next > to accept the default printer name, or enter the name
you wish to use, then click Next >.
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10. Select whether this printer is shared or not shared with other
computers. If it is shared, select all the operating systems that will
use this printer. Click Next >.
11. Click Yes if you want to print a test page, or No if you do not want to
print a test page, then click Finish.
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Windows creates the Canon CAPT Tools icon on the Desktop, and
the Canon LBP-810 icon is added to the Printers folder.
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12. When the installation is complete, the following dialog box appears.
Click OK to close the dialog.
13. If you opted to print a test page, the page prints after the installation
completes, and the following dialog appears. If the page printed
correctly, click Ye s.
Windows 2000 Add Printer Wizard
To install the CAPT on a local computer using Windows 2000, you can
use the Add Printer Wizard.
Following is the installation procedure for “Using Parallel Port” under
Windows 2000.
To install the LBP-810 printer driver to USB port, perform procedure as
same as “Plug and Play”.
1. Log on as member of Administrators. The full control access right
for the printer is necessary for the installation of the CAPT.
2. From the Start menu, select Settings, then Printers. The Printers
folder appears.
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3. Double-click the Add Printer icon. The Add Printer Wizard dialog
box appears. Click Next >.
4. Select Local printer, then click Next >.
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To check on “Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play Printer”
is not recomended.
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5. Select the printer port or ports you want to use, then click Next >.
6. Click Have Disk… in the Manufacturers/Printers dialog box.
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7. The Install From Disk dialog box appears. Use Browse… to select
the directory or enter the path name that contains the CAPT, then
click OK.
For example, if you are using the CD-ROM to install the CAPT, and
your CD-ROM drive is drive H:, the path name would be
H:\ENGLISH\Win2000.
8. Select your printer model from the list of printers displayed, then
click Next >.
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9. Click Next > to accept the default printer name, or enter the name
you wish to use, then click Next >.
10. Select whether this printer is shared or not shared with other
computers. Click Next >.
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11. Click Yes if you want to print a test page, or No if you do not want to
print a test page, then click Next >.
12. Click Finish.
Click Yes if the Digital Signature Not Found dialog box appears.
Windows creates the Canon CAPT Tools icon on the Desktop, and
the Canon LBP-810 icon is added to the Printers folder.
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13. When the installation is complete, the following dialog box appears.
Click OK to close the dialog.
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14. If you opted to print a test page, the page prints after installation
completes, and the following dialog appears. If the page printed
correctly, click OK.
Windows XP Add Printer Wizard
To install the CAPT on a local computer using Windows XP, you can use
the Add Printer Wizard.
Following is the installation procedure for “Using Parallel Port” under
Windows XP.
To install the LBP-810 printer driver to USB port, perform procedure as
same as “Plug and Play”.
1. Log on as member of Administrators. The full control access right
for the printer is necessary for the installation of the CAPT.
2. From the Start menu, select Printers and Faxes. The Printers and
Faxes folder appears.
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3. Double-click the Add Printer icon. The Add Printer Wizard dialog
box appears. Click Next >.
4. Select Local printer attached to this computer, then click Next >.
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is not recomended.
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5. Select the printer port or ports you want to use, then click Next >.
6. Click Have Disk… in the Manufacturer/Printers dialog box.
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7. The Install From Disk dialog box appears. Use Browse… to select
the directory or enter the path name that contains the CAPT, then
click OK.
For example, if you are using the CD-ROM to install the CAPT, and
your CD-ROM drive is drive H:, the path name would be
H:\ENGLISH\WinXP.
8. Select your printer model from the list of printers displayed, then
click Next >.
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9. Click Next > to accept the default printer name, or enter the name
you wish to use, then click Next >.
10. Select whether this printer is shared or not shared with other
computers. Click Next >.
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11. Click Yes if you want to print a test page, or No if you do not want to
print a test page, then click Next >.
12. Click Finish.
Click Continue Anyway if the Hardware Installation dialog box
appears. Windows creates the Canon CAPT Tools icon on the Desk-
top, and the Canon LBP-810 icon is added to the Printers and
Faxes folder.
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13. When the installation is complete, the following dialog box appears.
Click OK to close the dialog.
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14. If you opted to print a test page, the page prints after installation
completes, and the following dialog appears. If the page printed
correctly, click OK.
Connecting to the LBP-810 Already on Your Network
If the LBP-810 is already on your network you can install it two different
ways. The easiest way is using automatic network download. If network
download is not available, you can use the Add Printer Wizard.
Network Download
Windows 95/98/Me and Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP clients can download
the drivers for the LBP-810 automatically.
1. Open Explorer and browse the network until you can see the
LBP-810 printer icon.
2. Double-click the printer icon, or drag the printer icon to your
Printers folder.
3. Follow the instructions on screen.
❏ Service Pack 4 or later must be installed on Windows NT servers in
order for Windows 95/98/Me clients to use network download.
❏ Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP clients cannot download the driver from
Windows 95/98/Me servers.
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Windows 95/98/Me Add Printer Wizard
To install the CAPT for a network printer you can use the Windows 95/
98/Me Add Printer Wizard.
1. From the Start menu, select Settings, then Printers. The Printers
folder appears.
2. Double-click the Add Printer icon. The Add Printer Wizard dialog
box appears.
3. Select Network printer, then click Next >.
4. Enter the network path or print queue that you want to connect to, or
use Browse… to open the Browse for Printer dialog to select the
printer.
5. The Wizard displays a list of available printers. Click Have Disk….
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6. The Install From Disk dialog box appears. Use Browse… to select
the directory or enter the path name that contains the printer
software, then click OK.
7. If the server is a Windows 95/98/Me computer, you can enter a name
for the printer, or accept the default name and click Next >.
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If the connection fails you’ll be able to install the printer but you will not
be able to use the printer until it comes back online.
8. Follow the instructions on screen to finish the installation.
Windows NT 4.0 Add Printer Wizard
To install the CAPT for a network printer you can use the Windows NT
4.0 Add Printer Wizard.
1. Log on as member of Administrators. The full control access right
for the printer is necessary for the installation of the CAPT.
2. From the Start menu, select Settings, then Printers. The Printers
folder appears.
3. Double-click the Add Printer icon. The Add Printer Wizard dialog
box appears.
4. Select Network printer server, then click Next >. The Connect to
Printer dialog appears.
5. Select the printer you want to connect to, then click OK. If the
printer name is invalid, it means the client could not connect to the
network printer specified. If a suitable driver is not found, it probably
means the server is a Windows 95/98/Me computer.
6. Follow the directions on screen to complete installation.
Windows 2000 Add Printer Wizard
To install the CAPT for a network printer you can use the Windows 2000
Add Printer Wizard.
1. Log on as member of Administrators. The full control access right
for the printer is necessary for the installation of the CAPT.
2. From the Start menu, select Settings, then Printers. The Printers
folder appears.
3. Double-click the Add Printer icon. The Add Printer Wizard dialog
box appears. Click Next >.
4. Select Network printer, then click Next >.
5. Follow the directions on screen to complete installation.
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Windows XP Add Printer Wizard
To install the CAPT for a network printer you can use the Windows XP
Add Printer Wizard.
1. Log on as member of Administrators. The full control access right
for the printer is necessary for the installation of the CAPT.
2. From the Start menu, select Printers and Faxes. The Printers and
Faxes folder appears.
3. Click Add a printer. The Add Printer Wizard dialog box appears.
Click Next >.
4. Select A Network printer, or a printer attached to another
computer, then click Next >. The Specify a Printer dialog appears.
5. Click Next>, or enter the network path or print queue that you want
connect to.
6. Follow the directions on screen to complete installation.
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Printer Sharing
Printer sharing enables printing from network clients. Printer sharing
with the LBP-810 printer requires that both the print server and the client
devices are using Windows 95 or later, or Windows NT 4.0 or later. The
print server and client do not need to use the same operating system, and
it is possible to print from a Windows 95/98/Me client to a Windows NT
4.0/2000/XP print server, or vice versa.
You can start printing simply by starting the server, even if the server was
not running when the client was started.
If the server is running on Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP, you can print, even
if no one is logged into the server. Please note that there is no status
display on the server when no one is logged in. The status display is
shown on the client.
Connecting the LBP-810 as a Network Printer
If you plan to share the LBP-810 on a network, install the print server
locally, then make the following settings. See your print server system
documentation for more information.
Windows 95/98/Me Server Settings
Network Settings
1. Double-click the Network icon in the Control Panel.
2. Select the Configuration tab, then click Add.
3. Select Service, then click Add.
4. Select Microsoft in the Manufacturers list box.
5. Select File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks in the
Network Services box, then click OK.
6. Click File and Print Sharing.
Be sure there is a check by “I want to be able to allow others to print to
my printer(s).”
7. Select the Access Control tab and check either “Share-level Access
Control” or “User-level Access control.”
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8. Click OK and then restart Windows.
Printer Settings
Share-level Access Control
1. Open the Canon LBP-810 Properties window, then check “Shared
As” in the Sharing tab.
2. Enter the Share name, Comments, and Password as needed.
3. Click OK.
User-level Access Control
1. Open the Canon LBP-810 Properties window, then check “Shared
As” in the Sharing tab.
2. Enter the Share Name and Comments, as needed.
3. Click Add, and select the users allowed to access the printer.
4. Click OK when you are done adding users.
5. Click OK again.
Do not enter space or special character in the Share Name.
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Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP Server Settings
Add Server Service (Windows NT 4.0)
1. Double-click the Network icon from the Control Panel.
2. Select the Services tab, and if the Server is not shown, click Add.
3. Select the Server, and click OK.
4. Restart Windows.
Add Server Service (Windows 2000)
1. From the Start menu, select Settings, them Network and Dial-up
Connections.
The Network and Dial-up Connections folder appears.
2. Right-click the Local Area Connection icon, then select Properties
form the menu.
The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box appears.
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3. Select File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks, then
click OK.
Add Server Service (Windows XP)
1. Click Network and Internet Connections icon in the Control Panel.
2. Click Network Connections.
3. Right-click the Local Area Connection icon, then select Properties
form the menu.
The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box appears.
4. If File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks exists in the
list, click OK. Otherwise, click Install.
5. Select Service, then click Add.
6. Select File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks in the
Network Services box, then click OK.
7. Click Close.
Printer Sharing Settings
1. Open the Canon LBP-810 Properties window, then check “Shared”
in the Sharing tab.
2. Enter the Share Name as needed.
3. Click OK. The printer icon changes to indicate sharing.
Sharing settings may also be made during installation.
Status Display
The status of a shared printer displays on both the print server and client
computer, and job operations can execute from either. Please note that
execution of job operations requires Manage Documents authority.
Status display requires status exchanges between the print server and
client using TCP/IP and NetBEUI protocols. Status display is not
supported if IPX/SPX is the only protocol used.
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The Canon CAPT Tools
When you install the CAPT, the Canon CAPT Tools group is created.
You can select the following from the Canon CAPT Tools group:
❏ Canon LBP-810 Help
Selects the Canon LBP-810 Help file for the CAPT.
❏ Canon LBP-810 Status Window
Displays the LBP-810 Status Window.
❏ Canon LBP-810 Trouble Shooter
Starts the Trouble Shooter program for the CAPT. It helps you solve
printing problems in Windows 95/98/Me or NT 4.0/2000/XP. For
details, see Chapter 4, Troubleshooting.
❏ Canon CAPT Uninstallation
Starts the uninstall program for the CAPT. If the CAPT is not working
properly, it might help to uninstall and then install it again. For details,
see Chapter 4, Troubleshooting.
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Printing with the CAPT
The CAPT offers bi-directional communication between the computer
and printer. To take advantage of the bi-directional communication, one
end of a bi-directional parallel cable connects to the printer and the other
end connects directly to your computer.
You must use a bi-directional cable for proper operation.
Every time you print, the CAPT displays the Canon LBP-810 Status
Window. This window shows you the paper moving through the printer,
how long it will take to print the document, and how much of the
document has printed. From the Status Window you can pause, resume,
or delete the current print job.
If a printing problem occurs, the Canon LBP-810 Status Window
automatically opens and identifies the problem.
Before using the CAPT, make sure you select it as your current Windows
printer driver. During Setup, the installation program makes the CAPT
the default printer driver. If you have not changed printers since running
the Setup program, you are ready to print.
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Windows 95/98/Me Printer Properties
With the CAPT, you initiate printing as you normally would from a
Windows application. From the Print dialog box, usually accessed from
an application’s File menu, you can select Properties to proceed to the
Canon LBP-810 Properties dialog box and its printing options.
❏ You can open the Properties dialog box from the Printers folder. The
number of tabs displayed in the Properties dialog box depends on
how you have your system set up. Screens examples use Windows 98.
❏ The way you get to the dialog boxes determines how long the printing
options remain in effect:
• If you start from an application's Print... command, your choices
apply only to that print job. They will not be stored when you close
the application.
• If you start from the Printers folder, the settings apply to all
Windows applications and remain in effect until you change those
settings.
❏ For more information about the following features, see the online
Help. To display the online help, select the item you want more information about and press F1, or click? in the title bar and then select the
item of interest.
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General Tab
Lets you print a test page or define separator pages. Refer to your
operating system documentation for more information.
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Details Tab
Specifies the printer port and time-out settings. Refer to your operating
system documentation for more information.
Spool Settings…
The installer sets the following defaults.
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Sharing Tab
Specifies the printer-sharing settings. This tab is available only when file
and printer sharing is turned on. Refer to your operating system
documentation for more information.
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Page Setup Tab
Specifies paper size, scaling, number of copies, orientation, and pages per
sheet.
For information on Profiles, see page 75.
Page Size lets you select the paper size you are working with in your
application. (Letter, Legal, A4, B5, Executive, Envelope DL,
Envelope#10, Envelope C5, Envelope Monarch, Index Card, and 3
custom paper sizes. The names of the custom paper sizes are set with the
Custom Paper Size option.)
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Output Size lets you select the paper size to print on. If your output size
is set to anything other than Match Page Size, the image will be
automatically reduced or enlarged to fit on the page.
Copies lets you specify the number of copies to be printed (1-999).
Orientation lets you select the direction of printing relative to the paper
(Portrait, Landscape).
Page Layout lets you select the number of pages per sheet (1, 2, 4, 8, 9).
If you select more than 1, the image may be reduced to fit on the selected
output size. When 2, 4, 8, or 9 pages per sheet is selected Manual
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Scaling disappears and Page Order appears in its place.
Manual Scaling lets you shrink or enlarge images. This option only
appears when 1 Page per Sheet is selected as the Page Layout. Check
the check box to set a reduction or enlargement percentage (10-200).
View Settings
To get a quick view of your current settings, click View Settings, which
is located on the Page Setup, Finishing, and Quality tabs. Click on the
tabs in the View Settings dialog box to view the settings for each tab.
Custom Paper Size
Custom Paper Size on the Page Setup tab window allows you to define
custom paper sizes (forms) for quick selection. You can specify the name,
width, and height of each form. You can have up to 3 custom forms.
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Selecting a Custom Paper Size Setting
1. Select one of the predefined forms from the Custom Paper List.
2. If you wish, enter a unique name in the Name area.
3. Select the Units of measurement (Centimeters or Inches).
4. Define the Paper Size using the Width (7.62–21.59 cm) and Height
(12.70–35.56 cm) settings.
5. Click OK to accept your changes.
If you wish to restore the default settings to all of the custom forms, then
click Restore Defaults.
Overlay
An overlay allows you to add data you use often, such as a logo, to the
print data from an application. For example, when using an overlay you
can automatically print your logo on letters you create.
Overlay on the Page Setup tab accesses the settings to specify how you
want the overlay and print data printed, including the print position, size,
and whether it is printed in the foreground (on top of) or background
(under) the application data.
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Use Browse… to select the file that contains the overlay data.
File Name displays the currently selected overlay file name.
Browse… Opens the Select File dialog box. When you select a file and
close the Select File dialog box, the File Name drop-down list and
preview are updated. The overlay file must be a Windows bitmap or a
Windows metafile.
Overlay Placement lets you specify if you want the overlay to appear in
back of the application data or in front of the application data
(Background, Foreground).
Position lets you specify the position of the overlay based on its distance
from the paper’s left and top edges.
Size lets you set the size of the overlay.
Units lets you select the units of measurement (Centimeters, Inches).
Restore Defaults resets Left, Top, Width and Height to their default
values.
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Profiles
The Profile function allows you to save and restore settings for Page
Setup, Finishing, and Quality, so you can easily add, edit or select that
combination of settings. You can save up to 50 profiles. If you select
“Users can customize their own preferences and desktop settings” in the
User’s Profiles tab in the Passwords control panel, up to 50 profiles can
be stored for each user.
Profile lets you select profiles from a pull-down menu.
Add… opens the Add Profile dialog.
Edit… opens the Edit Profile dialog.
Add Profiles
After setting the desired options, you can create a new profile by clicking
Add… on the Page Setup, Finishing, or Quality tab.
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Name lets you specify the profile name.
Icon lets you select an icon to represent the new profile.
View Settings >> shows or hides the profile’s settings.
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Edit Profiles
After you have created a profile, you can select it from the pull-down
menu on the Page Setup, Finishing, or Quality tab window. Edit… lets
you edit an existing profile.
Profile List displays a list of saved profiles. The order that profiles appear
in this list is the order they appear in the pull-down menus.
Delete lets you delete the selected profile.
Import… lets you import profile information from a file.
Export… lets you export the selected profile information to a file.
❏ If you change the name assigned to your printer, you cannot retrieve
any profiles saved for that printer. To retrieve the profiles, rename the
printer to its original name.
❏ Profiles are not erased even when the printer driver is uninstalled.
❏ Overlay history information is not stored in profiles.
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Finishing Tab
Specifies how final output is collated. Check the check box to collate the
document.
For information on Profiles, see page 75.
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Preferences
Preferences… on the Finishing tab window opens the Preferences
dialog box. The check box lets you force pages to print, even when the
paper size does not match. If this is not checked, you’ll be asked to
change paper when a paper size mismatch is detected.By default the
setting for this option is unchecked.
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Quality Tab
Specifies the resolution, halftoning method, brightness, and contrast
settings.
For information on Profiles, see page 75.
Resolution lets you specify the printer’s resolution in dots per inch
(600,300).
Halftoning is the process of converting a grayscale image to black dots
and white (unprinted) dots that simulate the gray shades in the original
image. Different halftone patterns give different gray shade results.
Brightness is the relative proportion of light and dark areas. Decreasing
brightness darkens the overall image; increasing brightness lightens it.
Brightness is expressed as a relative range from -80% to +80%.
Contrast is the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest
areas of an image. Decreasing contrast lightens the dark areas and
darkens the light areas; increasing it darkens the dark areas and lightens
the light areas. Contrast is expressed as a relative range from -80% to
+80%.
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More Options
More Options accesses the settings for toner density, toner saver, and
Automatic Image Refinement.
Toner Density lets you select how light or dark your pages print. Move
the slider to the right to darken your printed output, slide it to the left to
lighten your printed output.
Toner Saver prints only alternate data bits, so toner consumption is
reduced.
Automatic Image Refinement is a printer technology from Canon, with
which the printer automatically senses and refines the jagged edges and
ragged curves of characters and graphics.
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Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP Printer Properties and Default Document Properties*
The CAPT for Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP has two main dialog boxes: the
Printer Properties dialog box and the Default Document Properties*
dialog box.
Printer Properties
To view the printer properties, select Properties from the File menu in
the Printers folder, or click the right mouse button on the LBP-810 icon
in the Printers folder and select Properties from the pop-up menu.
Default Document Properties*
In the Default Document Properties* dialog box, you can specify the
default settings for the printing options available when you print on the
LBP-810. To view the default document properties, select Document
Defaults...** from the File menu in the Printers folder, or click the right
mouse button on the LBP-810 icon in the Printers folder, and select
Document Defaults...** from the pop-up menu.
You can also open an equivalent dialog box and specify the setting by
selecting Print or Page Setup from the File menu of an application.
❏ The number of tabs displayed in the Properties dialog box depends on
how you have your system set up. Screens example use Windows NT
4.0.
❏ For more information about the following features, see the online
Help. To display the online help, select the item you want more
information about and press F1, or click? in the title bar and then
select the item of interest.
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General Tab
Specifies to print a test page and separator pages. Refer to your operating
system documentation for more information.
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Ports Tab
Lets you specify the port to which the printer is attached. Refer to your
operating system documentation for more information.
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Scheduling Tab
Lets you define print spooling settings. Refer to your operating system
documentation for more information.
“Spool print documents so program finishes printing faster” and “Start
printing immediately” are set automatically when you install the printer
driver.
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Sharing Tab
Specifies the printer-sharing settings. Refer to your operating system
documentation for more information.
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Security Tab
Lets you specify security settings. Refer to your operating system
documentation for more information.
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