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10Parts and Functions of the Printer Rear View Printer Cable Connector (Parallel Interface) Provides a connection point for connecting a parallel int
100Using the ScannerSaving an ImageAfter scanning is completed, save the image for using it in your graphics application program. When using IS Scan
101Using the ScannerSaving an Image Using IS Scan from within a TWAIN-compatible graphics application program1Click the Transfer button. The scanned
102Routine MaintenanceRoutine MaintenanceProlonging the Service Life of the PrinterBJ Cartridge MaintenanceWhen to Replace a BJ CartridgePrinting a No
103Routine MaintenanceProlonging the Service Life of the PrinterTo ensure a long service life for your printer, clean it frequently and replace consum
104Routine MaintenanceBJ Cartridge MaintenanceOver time ink tanks run out and require replacement and eventually the BJ Cartridges alsorequire replace
105Routine MaintenanceWhen to Replace a BJ CartridgeIf the printout appears streaked or blurred, open the front cover of the printer and visuallycheck
106Routine MaintenanceWhen to Replace a BJ CartridgePrinting a Nozzle Check PatternCleaning the Print Heads (Normal print head cleaning)Cleaning the P
107Routine MaintenancePrinting a Nozzle Check PatternThe nozzle check pattern confirms whether the inks are being correctly ejected from theprint head
108Routine MaintenancePrinting a Nozzle Check Pattern5When a confirmation message appears, make sure that paper is loaded in the printer and the printe
109Routine MaintenancePrinting a Nozzle Check Pattern7Look at the check patterns and perform the correction procedure.Separate patterns are printed to
11Parts and Functions of the Printer Inside the Printer Cartridge Holder Contains two slots.• The left slot holds the Black BJ Cartridge, Photo BJ Ca
110Routine MaintenancePrinting a Nozzle Check PatternIf patterns (1) or (2) are broken or missing, print head cleaning is required.Cleaning the Print
111Routine MaintenanceCleaning the Print HeadsCleaning the print heads clears the nozzles. There are two ways to clean the print heads:normal print h
112Routine MaintenanceCleaning the Print Heads Normal print head cleaning1Open the Printer Properties dialogue box.2Click the Maintenance tab.3Click
113Routine MaintenanceCleaning the Print Heads4Click the Execute button.5When the confirmation message appears, make sure that the printer is switched
114Routine MaintenanceCleaning the Print Heads Deep print head cleaningAlways execute normal print head cleaning first. Only when the normal print he
115Routine MaintenanceCleaning the Print Heads4When the confirmation message appears, make sure that the printer is switched on then click the OK butto
116Routine MaintenanceReplacing Ink TanksThe following pages describe how to replace empty ink tanks.When you purchase extra ink tanks, make sure that
117Routine MaintenanceReplacing Ink Tanks1Make sure that the printer is switched on and open the front cover. The car-tridge holder moves to the cent
118Routine MaintenanceReplacing Ink Tanks2To remove the empty ink tank, press in on the tab on the ink tank to release and pull it out of the slot.Do
119Routine MaintenanceReplacing Ink Tanks3Remove the new ink tank from its package. Pull the orange tape up and against the perforations to open the
12Parts and Functions of the Printer Operation Panel Press and hold the RESUME button for the required number of flashes and release to perform these
120Routine MaintenanceReplacing Ink Tanks4Grip the bottom of the ink tank and twist off the orange protective cap in the direction of the arrow.Never
121Routine MaintenanceReplacing Ink Tanks5Hold the new ink tank at a slight angle, align it with the correct slot, then press down gently on top of th
122Routine MaintenanceReplacing Ink Tanks6Press down until the ink tank locks in place with a click.7Close the front cover.The cartridge holder return
123Routine MaintenanceReplacing a BJ CartridgeIf the print quality remains poor even after replacing the ink tanks and cleaning the printheads, the pr
124Routine MaintenanceReplacing a BJ Cartridge2Raise the cartridge lock lever to unlock the BJ Cartridge.• If you are replacing a Black BJ Cartridge o
125Routine MaintenanceReplacing a BJ Cartridge3Remove the entire BJ Cartridge with the ink tanks in place.• If you are removing a partially used BJ Ca
126Routine MaintenanceReplacing a BJ Cartridge4Remove a new BJ Cartridge from its package. Remove the orange protec-tive cap ➀ then slowly remove the
127Routine MaintenanceReplacing a BJ Cartridge5Insert the BJ Cartridge into the cartridge holder, then lower the cartridge lock lever until it locks i
128Routine MaintenanceReplacing a BJ Cartridge6Press in the tab of the plastic insert and remove it.Fix tab
129Routine MaintenanceReplacing a BJ Cartridge7Insert the ink tank(s) in the new BJ Cartridge.You can use new ink tanks or the ink tanks in the worn B
13 Media Sizes You Can Use with thePrinterMedia Types You Can Use with thePrinterMedia Types You Cannot Use withthe PrinterLoading Paper and Other Me
130Routine MaintenanceAligning the Print HeadsTwo BJ Cartridges are always mounted on this printer. Each time you replace a BJ Car-tridge or switch B
131Routine MaintenanceAligning the Print Heads4When a confirmation message appears, make sure that the printer is switched on and A4 or Letter size pla
132Routine MaintenanceAligning the Print HeadsAfter the following pattern prints, the print heads of the two BJ Cartridges have been aligned properly.
133Routine MaintenanceAligning the Print Heads• The automatic print head alignment feature may not work properly in the following circumstances.- When
134Routine MaintenanceAligning the Print Heads Manual print head alignmentIf the automatic print head alignment does not work effectively for somerea
135Routine MaintenanceAligning the Print Heads6Click the print head alignment icon.6Click the up- or down-arrow to select Test Print, then click the P
136Routine MaintenanceAligning the Print Heads8When this pattern is printed, click the Yes button.Print head alignment pattern
137Routine MaintenanceAligning the Print Heads9Check all the patterns in lines of (Y), from (X1) to (X6), and from (B1) to (B2).For each line enter th
138Routine MaintenanceAligning the Print Heads10When you finish entering numbers...Click the OK button to save the settings.Save the settings.WindowsMa
139Routine MaintenanceAligning the Print Heads11Make sure that the printer is switched on and A4 or Letter size plain paper is loaded, and then click
14Printing on Paper and Other Media Media Sizes You Can Use with the Printer The following table lists the standard paper sizes that can be used with
140Routine MaintenanceAligning the Print Heads13When you finish entering numbers...Click the OK button to save the settings.Save the settings.14Click t
141Routine MaintenanceCleaning the PrinterAfter long use, paper dust and room dust may accumulate around the paper output tray andother parts of the p
142Routine MaintenanceCleaning the Printer3Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the area around the paper output part and other parts of the printer.
143Routine MaintenanceCleaning the Paper Feed RollersIf paper jams occur, the paper feed rollers inside the printer may be soiled with ink. If thisha
144Routine MaintenanceCleaning the Paper Feed Rollers2Set the paper guide to the A4 position.3Slide the sheet of A4 plain paper into the auto sheet fe
145Routine MaintenanceCleaning the Paper Feed Rollers4Make sure that the POWER lamp is lit green.Press and hold down the RESUME button. The paper fee
146Routine MaintenanceTransporting the PrinterUse the original box and packing material to repack the printer for shipping or moving toanother locatio
147Routine MaintenanceTransporting the Printer5Disconnect the printer cable from the computer and printer, and remove the power cord.When using a para
148Routine MaintenanceTransporting the Printer6Reattach the tape and packing material to the printer and insert the printer into its plastic bag.Packi
149Routine MaintenanceTransporting the Printer7Fit the packing material on either end of the printer and pack the printer into the original box.If you
15Printing on Paper and Other MediaMedia Types You Can Use with the Printer Media Types You Can Use with the Printer Plain paper and special Canon me
150TroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf you experience a problem during operation of the printer, refer to the following topics.Printout is Unsatisfactory
151Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryPrintout is UnsatisfactoryColours not clearPrinted and on-screen colour do not matchMeaningless charact
152Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryColours not clearThe colours in printed photographs and illustrations are not as clear as you expected.
153Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryColours not clearCheck 1BJ Cartridge and media correct for the print job?For printing photographs, illu
154Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryColours not clearCheck 2Printer driver settings correct for media and print job?Open the Printer Proper
155Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryPrinted and on-screen colour do not matchThe colour you see on the screen do not match the colours you
156Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryPrinted and on-screen colour do not matchCheck 1Is the ink of BJ Cartridge in good condition?If there a
157Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryMeaningless characters, symbols printedThe document is displayed correctly on the screen but meaningles
158Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryMeaningless characters, symbols printedCheck 1Are you using the correct printer driver?Meaningless char
159Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryText cut off at bottom right corner, right edge or bottom edgeThe text is printing in the bottom right
16Printing on Paper and Other Media Canon Special Media Canon offers a range of special paper and films for the reproduction of superb images invib
160Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactorySingle file page prints over two or more pagesCheck Does the Page Size setting in the application progra
161Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryColours streaked or wrongThe text appears scratched, streaked, or the wrong colours are printed.Check 1
162Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryColours streaked or wrongCheck 1Is the ink of BJ Cartridge in good condition?If text or images are stre
163Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryStraight lines are brokenCheck 1Have the print heads been aligned?Check 2Is Print Quality set to Fast i
164Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryStraight lines are brokenCheck 1Have the print heads been aligned?Each time you install a print head, y
165Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryStraight lines are brokenCheck 3Is the paper thickness lever set correctly?If straight lines are printe
166Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryPrinted pages curledAs printed pages are ejected from the printer, they are curled or wavy.Check 1Are y
167Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryPrinted pages curledCheck 1Are you printing on thin paper?The large amount of ink used to print colour
168Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryPrinted pages curledCheck 2Is the printer driver set for high density printing?Move the Intensity setti
169Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryBacks of pages stained with inkThe backs of pages are stained after they are printed and ejected from t
17Printing on Paper and Other MediaMedia Types You Can Use with the Printer • Glossy Photo Cards FM-101A special card made of the same stock as Gloss
170Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryInk blurredThe ink is blurred, images are not sharp, and the ink has spread and run together.Check 1Are
171Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryInk blurredCheck 1Are you using plain paper?If you are using plain paper, use another type of print med
172Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryInk blurred1Open the Printer Properties dialogue box and click the Advanced button in the Main tab.2Cli
173Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryPrinted surface scratchedThe print side of the paper is scratched and stained.Check 1Are you printing o
174Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryPrinted surface scratchedCheck 1Are you printing on thick paper?If you print on paper thicker than the
175Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryPrinted surface scratchedCheck 4Are you executing a high-density print on plain paper?If you execute a
176Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryWhite streaks visibleCheck Print a nozzle check pattern.• If colours are broken or missing, clean the p
177Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryColours streaked or unevenPatterns of uneven or streaked colouring appear on the printout.Check 1Is Pri
178Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryColours streaked or unevenCheck 1Is Print Quality on the Quality tab set to Fast?Set Print Quality to F
179Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryColours streaked or unevenCheck 2Is Halftoning set for optimum performance?Check the Halftoning setting
18Printing on Paper and Other MediaMedia Types You Can Use with the Printer • Banner PaperThis banner paper allows you to print on up to six connecte
180Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryLast part of print job not printingThe last part of each page in the document is not printed.Check 1Are
181Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryLast part of print job not printingCheck 1Are you using the paper size specified in the Page Size settin
182Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryLast part of print job not printingCheck 3Is a WPS printer driver installed?You may not be able to prin
183Troubleshooting - Printout is UnsatisfactoryCharacters and figures notched /gradation streaked or unnaturalCharacters and figures print with unnatura
184Troubleshooting - Printer Does Not Start or Stops in Mid-jobPrinter Does Not Start or Stops in Mid-jobPrinter does not switch onPrint job does not
185Troubleshooting - Printer Does Not Start or Stops in Mid-jobPrinter does not switch onThe printer does not switch on after the POWER button is pres
186Troubleshooting - Printer Does Not Start or Stops in Mid-jobPrinter does not switch onCheck 1Did you press the POWER button?Do not release the POWE
187Troubleshooting - Printer Does Not Start or Stops in Mid-jobPrint job does not startPrinter does not operate after print job executed from the comp
188Troubleshooting - Printer Does Not Start or Stops in Mid-jobPrint job does not startCheck 1Is the printer switched on?Check the POWER lamp to see i
189Troubleshooting - Printer Does Not Start or Stops in Mid-jobPrint job does not startCheck 4Are you using the correct printer driver?A print job may
19Printing on Paper and Other MediaMedia Types You Cannot Use with the Printer Media Types You Cannot Use with the Printer To avoid poor print qualit
190Troubleshooting - Printer Does Not Start or Stops in Mid-jobPrint job does not startCheck 5Is the correct printer port selected?If the printer and
191Troubleshooting - Printer Does Not Start or Stops in Mid-jobPrinting haltsThe printer stops printing before the print job is completed.Check 1Is th
192Troubleshooting - Printer Does Not Start or Stops in Mid-jobPrinting haltsCheck 1Is the print job a finely detailed photograph or illustration?The p
193Troubleshooting - Printer Does Not Start or Stops in Mid-jobPrinting starts but nothing printingThe printer operates but nothing is printed on the
194Troubleshooting - Printer Does Not Start or Stops in Mid-jobPrinting starts but nothing printingCheck 1Is the ink of BJ Cartridge in good condition
195Troubleshooting - Printer Does Not Start or Stops in Mid-jobPrinting starts but nothing printingCheck 2Did you remove the orange protective tape fr
196Troubleshooting - Printer Does Not Start or Stops in Mid-jobCartridge holder does not move to centreYou want to switch the BJ Cartridge, replace an
197Troubleshooting - Printer Does Not Start or Stops in Mid-jobCartridge holder does not move to centreCheck 1Is the printer switched on?Check the POW
198Troubleshooting - Paper Jams or Does Not FeedPaper Jams or Does Not FeedPaper does not feed from auto sheet feederPaper skewing during feedingMulti
199Troubleshooting - Paper Jams or Does Not FeedPaper does not feed from auto sheet feederAfter the print job is started, the paper loaded in the auto
2 Contents IntroductionHow to Use This ManualParts and Functions of the Printer Front ViewRear ViewInside the PrinterOperation Panel Printing on Pape
20Printing on Paper and Other Media Loading Paper and Other Media Landscape and Portrait There are two methods of orientation you can use to load
200Troubleshooting - Paper Jams or Does Not FeedPaper does not feed from auto sheet feederCheck 1Is the paper too thick?Thick paper does not feed. Yo
201Troubleshooting - Paper Jams or Does Not FeedPaper does not feed from auto sheet feederCheck 4Is the paper folded or curled?To avoid misfeeds and p
202Troubleshooting - Paper Jams or Does Not FeedPaper skewing during feedingThe paper or other media does not feed straight into the paper feed slot.C
203Troubleshooting - Paper Jams or Does Not FeedPaper skewing during feedingCheck 1Is the auto sheet feeder overloaded?The number of sheets you can lo
204Troubleshooting - Paper Jams or Does Not FeedMultiple sheets feed togetherDuring a multiple feed, more than one sheet feed from the stack at the sa
205Troubleshooting - Paper Jams or Does Not FeedMultiple sheets feed togetherCheck 1Did you fan the stack before loading?Before loading a stack of med
206Troubleshooting - Paper Jams or Does Not FeedPaper jamIf paper jams in the printer, remove it.1Slowly pull the paper out of the printer from the au
207Troubleshooting - Paper Jams or Does Not FeedPaper jam• If the paper cannot be removed, press the POWER button twice to eject the paper automatical
208Troubleshooting - The POWER Lamp Flashes OrangeThe POWER Lamp Flashes OrangeWhen an error occurs, the POWER lamp flashes orange. The number of flashe
209Troubleshooting - The POWER Lamp Flashes Orange Two flashes: Out of paper, paper jam, paper feed errorIf no paper is loaded in the auto sheet feede
21Printing on Paper and Other Media Print Side The following media must be printed on the correct side.• Envelope Must be printed on the address s
210Troubleshooting - The POWER Lamp Flashes Orange Four flashes: BJ Cartridge out of inkAn ink tank in the BJ Cartridge has run out of ink.Replace the
211Troubleshooting - The POWER Lamp Flashes Orange Seven flashes: BJ Cartridge defectiveThere is a problem with one of the BJ Cartridges mounted in th
212Troubleshooting - The POWER Lamp Flashes Orange The POWER lamp flashes orange and green alternately: Service errorA service error means the printer
213Troubleshooting - An Error Message AppearsAn Error Message AppearsError writing to LPT1 or USBPRNApplication error, General protection faultOther e
214Troubleshooting - An Error Message AppearsError writing to LPT1 or USBPRNYou cannot print when this message appears.Check 1Is the printer switched
215Troubleshooting - An Error Message AppearsError writing to LPT1 or USBPRNCheck 1Is the printer switched on?Check the POWER lamp to see if it is lit
216Troubleshooting - An Error Message AppearsError writing to LPT1 or USBPRNCheck 4Is the printer port operating correctly? Check the status of the pr
217Troubleshooting - An Error Message AppearsError writing to LPT1 or USBPRNCheck 5Is the printer driver installed correctly?There may be a problem wi
218Troubleshooting - An Error Message AppearsError writing to LPT1 or USBPRNCheck 7Is a WPS driver installed?You may not be able to print correctly if
219Troubleshooting - An Error Message AppearsApplication error, General protection faultCheck 1Are you using a Windows 3.1 application program?Check 2
22Printing on Paper and Other MediaLoading Paper and Other Media Number of sheets that can be loaded The type of paper feed and the number of shee
220Troubleshooting - An Error Message AppearsApplication error, General protection faultCheck 1Are you using a Windows 3.1 application program?Attempt
221Troubleshooting - An Error Message AppearsApplication error, General protection faultCheck 4Is there sufficient free space on the hard disk?An error
222Troubleshooting - An Error Message AppearsApplication error, General protection faultCheck 6Is the printer driver installed correctly?There may be
223Troubleshooting - An Error Message AppearsOther error messagesCheck 1An error displayed in the BJ Status Monitor?Check 2An error displayed in any s
224Troubleshooting - An Error Message AppearsOther error messagesCheck 1An error displayed in the BJ Status Monitor?When an error occurs, the BJ Statu
225Troubleshooting - An Error Message AppearsOther error messagesCheck 2An error displayed in any screens other than the BJ Status Monitor?One of the
226Troubleshooting - An Error Message AppearsOther error messagesCheck 3Error number (xxxx:) displayed?Error number (*202)Sufficient memory not availab
227Troubleshooting - An Error Message AppearsOther error messagesError number (*300)Check the following.• Printer is switched on?• Printer cable conne
228Troubleshooting - Scanner ProblemsScanner ProblemsScanning result is unsatisfactoryCannot be used with TWAIN-compatible application programOther sc
229Troubleshooting - Scanning result is unsatisfactoryScanning result is unsatisfactoryScanned image blurred or distortedScanned image is of uneven qu
23Printing on Paper and Other MediaPrinting Area Printing Area To ensure the best print quality, the printer allows a margin along each edge of the m
230Troubleshooting - Scanning result is unsatisfactoryScanned image blurred or distortedCheck 1Are you using a clear image for scanning?Check 2Is the
231Troubleshooting - Scanning result is unsatisfactoryScanned image blurred or distortedCheck 1Are you using a clear image for scanning?Blurry images
232Troubleshooting - Scanning result is unsatisfactoryScanned image is of uneven qualityThe scanned image is coarse and blurry.CheckIs the resolution
233Troubleshooting - Scanning result is unsatisfactoryWhite portion becomes greyishCheck 1Did you perform white level calibration?Check 2Did you adjus
234Troubleshooting - Scanning result is unsatisfactoryWhite portion becomes greyishCheck 1Did you perform white level calibration?White level calibrat
235Troubleshooting - Scanning result is unsatisfactoryWhite portion becomes greyishCheck 3Did you scan a monochrome image using the Colour or Greyscal
236Troubleshooting - Scanning result is unsatisfactoryParts of an image are missing or not aligned properlyCheck 1Did you position the original within
237Troubleshooting - Scanning result is unsatisfactoryParts of an image are missing or not aligned properlyCheck 1Did you position the original within
238Troubleshooting - Scanning result is unsatisfactoryImage contains unexpected colors,or is too light or too darkThe appearance of the scanned image
239Troubleshooting - Scanning result is unsatisfactoryImage contains unexpected colors, or is too light or too darkCheck 1Is the number of display col
24Printing on Paper and Other Media A5 (vertical), A5 (horizontal), B5, A4 Printable Area (width x height) Size (mm)A5 141.2mm x 202.0mmB5 17
240Troubleshooting - Scanning result is unsatisfactoryImage contains unexpected colors, or is too light or too darkCheck 2Is Colour Matching turned on
241Troubleshooting - Cannot be used with TWAIN-compatible application programCannot be used with TWAIN-compatibleapplication programCannot launch IS S
242Troubleshooting - Cannot be used with TWAIN-compatible application programCannot launch IS Scan from within the TWAIN-compatible graphics applicati
243Troubleshooting - Cannot be used with TWAIN-compatible application programCannot transfer to TWAIN-compatible graphics applicationprogramCheckDoes
244Troubleshooting - Other scanner problemsOther scanner problemsCannot install the scanner driverDoes not launch with default settingsImproper colour
245Troubleshooting - Other scanner problemsCannot install the scanner driverCheck 1Did you follow the scanner driver installation instructions?Check 2
246Troubleshooting - Other scanner problemsCannot install the scanner driverCheck 1Did you follow the scanner driver installation instructions?This Re
247Troubleshooting - Other scanner problemsCannot install the scanner driverCheck 3Did you specify the correct CD-ROM drive for installation?If the sc
248Troubleshooting - Other scanner problemsDoes not launch with default settingsCheckDid you launch IS Scan from a TWAIN-compatible graphics applicati
249Troubleshooting - Other scanner problemsImproper colours are displayed in the dialogue boxCheckIs the number of display colours set to High Color o
25Printing on Paper and Other MediaPrinting Area Letter, Legal Printable Area (width x height) Size (mm)Letter 203.2mm x 271.4mmLegal 203.2mm
250Troubleshooting - Other scanner problemsImproper colours are displayed in the dialogue boxCheck the Colour Depth setting as follows.1From the Apple
251Troubleshooting - Other scanner problemsScanning is too slowScanning is requiring an unusually long time.CheckAre you using a higher resolution tha
252Troubleshooting - Other scanner problemsCommunication error occursCheck 1Did you launch IS Scan or IS Scan Plus immediately after it was closed?Che
253Troubleshooting - Other scanner problemsCommunication error occursCheck 1Did you launch IS Scan or IS Scan Plus immediately after it was closed?Do
254Troubleshooting - Other scanner problemsAn error message appearsCheckRefer to the on-line Help.When you install the IS Scan Software using the defa
255Troubleshooting - Other ProblemsOther ProblemsCannot install the printer driverBJ Status Monitor does not openCannot execute background printingWin
256Troubleshooting - Other ProblemsCannot install the printer driverCheck 1Did you follow the printer driver installation instructions in the Quick St
257Troubleshooting - Other ProblemsCannot install the printer driverCheck 1Did you follow the printer driver installation instructions in the Quick St
258Troubleshooting - Other ProblemsCannot install the printer driverCheck 3Did you specify the correct CD-ROM drive forinstallation?If the printer dri
259Troubleshooting - Other ProblemsBJ Status Monitor does not openThe BJ Status Monitor does not open and displays messages and guidance.Check 1Do you
26Printing on Paper and Other MediaPrinting Area Glossy Photo CardsPrintable Area (width x height) Size (mm)Glossy Photo Cards 109.4mm x 159.9mm5.
260Troubleshooting - Other ProblemsBJ Status Monitor does not openCheck 1Do your computer and printer cable support bi-directional communication?Check
261Troubleshooting - Other ProblemsCannot execute background printingThe BJ Status Monitor does not open and displays messages and guidance.Check 1Is
262Troubleshooting - Other ProblemsCannot execute background printingCheck 1Is there enough free space available on the hard disk?You may not be able
263SpecificationsSpecificationsPrinting method:Bubble Jet on-demandPrinting resolution:1440 (horizontal) x 720 (vertical) dpi.Print speed (printing with
264SpecificationsInterface (parallel): IEEE 1284-compatibleInterface (USB): USB 1.0-compatibleInterface connector (parallel): Amphenol 57-40360 or equi
265SpecificationsStorage environment:Temperature: 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)Humidity: 5% to 90% (no condensation)Power supply:Europe AC 230V±10%, 50HzU
266SpecificationsDimensions (with paper rest and paper output tray retracted):455 mm(W) x 312 mm(D) x 173 mm (H)17.9"(W) x 12.3"(D) x 6.8&quo
267SpecificationsOrdinary print media:Regular size: A4, A5, B5, Letter, Legal,European DL, US Com.#10Custom size:width: 100.0mm to 241.3mm (3.94"
268SpecificationsCompatible BJ Cartridges:Black BJ Cartridge BC-30:Nozzles: 60Ink colours: Black onlyCapacity: Approx. 1080 sheets(1500 characters per
269SpecificationsPrinter driver operating environment:IBM PC/AT-compatible computer running Windows 98, Windows 95, Windows NT 4.0, or Macintosh comput
27Printing on Paper and Other MediaPrinting Area EnvelopePrintable Area (width x height) Size (mm)European DL 203.2mm x102.0mmUS Com. #10 203.2mm x 9
270IndexIndexAApplication error 219ATM font 183Auto sheet feeder 9Automatic print head alignment 130BBack Print Film BF-102 17, 39Using 39Backgr
271IndexColor BJ Cartridge BC-31 65, 123Color BJ Cartridge BC-32 Photo 66, 123Notes on Handling the 67Replacing a 123Using the 62BJ Cartridge Con
272IndexDocument file (NT_Guide400.doc) 5Driverscanner driver basics 78EEnvelopes 15Using 34Error message 213, 223European DL Envelope 15, 27, 3
273IndexInk Tank BCI-3M (For Color BJ Cartridge BC-31) 65, 116Ink Tank BCI-3PBk Photo (For Color BJ Cartridge BC-32 Photo) 66, 116Ink Tank BCI-3PC P
274IndexTransporting the Printer 146When to Replace a BJ Cartridge 105Manual print head alignment 134Media 14, 15, 16Back Print Film BF-102 17Ban
275IndexOrientation 20PPacking material 146Paper guide 9Paper output tray 9Paper rest 9Paper thickness lever 9Setting the 22Parallel interface
276IndexCleaning the 111Print heads 111Print side 21Printable area 23A4 24A5 24B5 24Banner Paper 28Envelope 27Glossy Photo Cards 26Legal 25
277IndexLegal 25Letter 25Printing on Paper and Other Media 13Loading Paper and Other Media 20Protective cap 70, 120Protective tape 70QQuickDraw
278IndexInstalling the 83IS Scan 78IS Scan Plus 78Scanning holderUsing the 81Specifications 263TTransparencies CF-102 17Using 39Troubleshooting
279IndexPrinting halts 191Printing starts but nothing printing 193Printout is Unsatisfactory 151Backs of pages stained with ink 169Characters and
28Printing on Paper and Other MediaPrinting Area Banner PaperPrintable Area (width x height) Size (mm)Banner Paper 203.2mm x 1779.0mm (A4)203.2mm x 1
280IndexDoes not launch with default settings 248Improper colours are displayed in the dialogue box 249Scanning is too slow 251Scanning result is u
281IndexWWaste ink tank almost full 211White calibration sheet 80, 91White level calibration 91WPS driver 182, 218
29Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Plain Paper or High Resolution Paper1Make sure that the printer is switched on and the paper thickness lever
3 Using the BJ Cartridges BJ Cartridges You Can Use with the PrinterNotes on Handling BJ Cartridges Printing Photographs Tips on Printing Photographi
30Printing on Paper and Other Media2Fan the stack to remove static cling and align the edges of the stack by tap-ping them on a flat surface. Loading
31Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Plain Paper or High Resolution Paper3Load the stack of paper.➀ Align the stack with the right side of the aut
32Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Plain Paper or High Resolution Paper4Open the Printer Properties dialogue box and select the most appropriate
33Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Plain Paper or High Resolution Paper5Start the print job.6Check the printed sheets as they are ejected from t
34Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing EnvelopesUsing Envelopes1Make sure that the printer is switched on and the paper thickness lever is set to th
35Printing on Paper and Other Media2Prepare the envelopes.➀ Press down firmly on the corners and edges of the envelopes to flatten the envelopes and exp
36Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Envelopes3Load the envelopes as follows.Load top edges of the address sides (flap sides down) into the auto sh
37Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Envelopes4Open the Printer Properties dialogue box and select the most appropriate icon in the Choose Print M
38Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Envelopes5Click the Page Layout tab, then select "DL Env. 220.0 x 110.0mm" or "#10 Env. 241.3
39Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Transparencies or Back Print Film1Make sure that the printer is switched on and the paper thickness lever ➀ i
4 Replacing a BJ CartridgeAligning the Print HeadsCleaning the PrinterCleaning the Paper Feed RollersTransporting the Printer Troubleshooting Printou
40Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Transparencies or Back Print Film2Fan the transparencies to remove static cling and tap the edges against a fl
41Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Transparencies or Back Print Film3Load the transparencies.➀ With the print side (matte side for back print fil
42Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Transparencies or Back Print Film4Open the Printer Properties dialogue box, then select the most appropriate
43Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Glossy Photo Paper1Make sure that the printer is switched on and the paper thickness lever ➀ is set to the Up
44Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Glossy Photo Paper2Fan the glossy photo paper to remove static cling and tap the edges against a flat surface
45Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Glossy Photo Paper3Load the glossy photo paper as follows.➀ With the print side (glossy side) facing up, plac
46Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Glossy Photo Paper4Open the Printer Properties dialogue box and select the most appropriate icon in the Choos
47Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing High Gloss Photo Film1Make sure that the printer is switched on and the paper thickness lever ➀ is set to the
48Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing High Gloss Photo Film2Load one sheet of high gloss photo film.➀ Remove one sheet from the package and hold the
49Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing High Gloss Photo Film3Open the Printer Properties dialogue box, then select the most appropriate icon in the
5Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing the BJC-6200 Bubble Jet Printer.This Reference Guide provides complete descriptions of the featur
50Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Glossy Photo Cards1Make sure that the printer is switched on and the paper thickness lever ➀ is set to the Up
51Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Glossy Photo Cards2Load the glossy photo cards.➀ With the print side (glossy side) facing up, place the Loadi
52Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Glossy Photo Cards3Open the Printer Properties dialogue box and select the most appropriate icon in the Choos
53Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Glossy Photo Cards5Start the print job.6Remove each printed card as it is ejected from the printer.Do not tou
54Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Banner Paper1Make sure that the printer is switched on and the paper thickness lever is set to the Down posit
55Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Banner Paper3Load the banner paper.➀ Align the right side of the first sheet with the right side of the auto s
56Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Banner Paper4Gently fold over the perforations between the first and second sheet.
57Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Banner Paper5Provide ample space in front of the printer so each sheet is supported as it comes out of the pr
58Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Banner Paper6Open the Printer Properties dialogue box, then click the Page Layout tab. Check the radio butto
59Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing Banner Paper7Select the most appropriate icon in the Choose Print Mode box under the Main tab. Select Plain
6How to Use This Manual How to Use This Manual Use this button when you wish to enlarge the instruction screen of the Reference Guide. Select this b
60Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing T-Shirt Transfers1Make sure that the printer is switched on and the paper thickness lever is set to the Up po
61Printing on Paper and Other MediaUsing T-Shirt Transfers3Open the Printer Properties dialogue box and select the most appropriate icon in the Choose
62Using the BJ CartridgesUsing the BJ CartridgesBJ Cartridges You Can Use with the PrinterNotes on Handling BJ Cartridges
63Using the BJ CartridgesBJ Cartridges You Can Use with the PrinterTwo types of BJ Cartridges are installed and used for printing.• Standard colour co
64Using the BJ CartridgesBJ Cartridges You Can Use with the Printer• Black BJ Cartridge BC-30This BJ Cartridge contains pigment black ink which takes
65Using the BJ CartridgesBJ Cartridges You Can Use with the Printer• Color BJ Cartridge BC-31This BJ Cartridge contains three colours: Cyan, Magenta,
66Using the BJ CartridgesBJ Cartridges You Can Use with the Printer• Color BJ Cartridge BC-32 PhotoThis BJ Cartridge contains three photo colours: Pho
67Using the BJ CartridgesNotes on Handling BJ CartridgesAll BJ Cartridges contain replaceable ink tanks. Ink tanks and BJ Cartridges are consum-able
68Using the BJ CartridgesNotes on Handling BJ Cartridges Handling the BJ Cartridges...• To avoid personal injury or damage to the print heads, never
69Using the BJ CartridgesNotes on Handling BJ Cartridges Storing the unused BJ Cartridges...After you replace the Black BJ Cartridge BC-30 with the C
7How to Use This Manual Displays a table of contents for the Reference Guide. Click the desired item to jump to the topic.Click the "+" sy
70Using the BJ CartridgesNotes on Handling BJ Cartridges• Do not attempt to reattach the protective cap and protective tape after removing them. Obse
71Printing PhotographsPrinting PhotographsTips on Printing Photographic ImagesPrinting Photographic ImagesAbout Photo Optimizer
72Printing PhotographsTips on Printing Photographic ImagesTo produce the best possible print quality for printing photographic images from a digitalca
73Printing PhotographsPrinting Photographic Images1Make sure that the printer is switched on. Make sure that the Photo BJ Cartridge is installed on t
74Printing PhotographsPrinting Photographic Images3Open the Printer Properties dialogue box and select SuperPhoto in the Choose Print Mode box under t
75Printing PhotographsAbout Photo OptimizerThe Photo Optimizer adjusts a photographic image created with a digital camera devicewhen it is printed out
76Printing PhotographsAbout Photo Optimizer1Select Photo Optimiser on the Quality panel. The Photo Optimiser feature works on the image that is edite
77Using the ScannerUsing the ScannerScanner Driver BasicsBefore Using the ScannerInstalling the IS Scan SoftwareAbout the Scanning AreaLaunching IS Sc
78Using the ScannerScanner Driver BasicsInstalling the Color Image Scanner Cartridge IS-32 in the printer makes it possible to scanand save images suc
79Using the ScannerBefore Using the ScannerCheck the following items before using the scanner.The scanner cartridge is composed of precision component
8Parts and Functions of the Printer Parts and Functions of the Printer Front ViewRear ViewInside the PrinterOperation Panel
80Using the ScannerBefore Using the Scanner White calibration sheetUsed for maintaining the correct colour balance of scanned images.• Do not leave t
81Using the ScannerBefore Using the Scanner Scanning holderUsed for holding the original that you wish to scan or the white calibrationsheet. If you
82Using the ScannerBefore Using the Scanner BJ Cartridge containerUsed for storing the Color Image Scanner Cartridge IS-32 or another BJCartridge whe
83Using the ScannerInstalling the IS Scan SoftwareBefore using the printer as a scanner, you must install the IS Scan Software.• Before installing the
84Using the ScannerInstalling the IS Scan Software4Make sure that the IS Scan Software button is red.Click IS Scan Software (if the button is not red)
85Using the ScannerInstalling the IS Scan SoftwareFor the rest of the installation procedure, follow the instructions on thescreen.1Load the Setup Sof
86Using the ScannerInstalling the IS Scan Software5Double-click Installer.6Click Agree in the Software Licence Agreement screen.7Specify the destinati
87Using the ScannerAbout the Scanning AreaThe size of the scanning area may vary depending on the scanning and display resolution.• Always position th
88Using the ScannerLaunching IS ScanIf you have a TWAIN-compatible graphics application program, you can use the scannerfunction in combination with I
89Using the ScannerLaunching IS Scan Using IS Scan from within a TWAIN-compatible graphics application pro-gram• Some TWAIN-compatible graphics appli
9Parts and Functions of the Printer Front View Paper Output Tray Holds printed sheets after they are ejected from the printer. Paper Guide Ensures t
90Using the ScannerLaunching IS ScanSelect Canon IS Scan2, then click the OK or Select button to enable the settings.Select Canon IS Scan BJC-6200 DS,
91Using the ScannerPerforming White Level CalibrationThe white calibration sheet provided with the scanner cartridge is used for maintaining thecorrec
92Using the ScannerPerforming White Level Calibration2Perform white level calibration.• When using IS Scan PlusSelect Capture Image from the Main menu
93Using the ScannerPerforming White Level Calibration3When a message appears and prompts you to load the white calibration sheet, click the OK button.
94Using the ScannerScanning an ImageThis section describes the basic operation procedures to install the Scanner Cartridge andto scan the image.• Scan
95Using the ScannerScanning an ImageMake sure that the paper thickness lever is set to the Up position. If you scan the image with the paper thicknes
96Using the ScannerScanning an Image4Load the image you wish to scan in the auto sheet feeder of the printer.➀ Place the image in the scanning holder.
97Using the ScannerScanning an Image5Perform prescanning.(1) Select the most appropriate mode in the Scanning Mode box. Then select the most appropria
98Using the ScannerScanning an Image(2) After the scanning holder with the original is ejected from the paper out-put tray, the prescanned image is di
99Using the ScannerScanning an ImageRight-click the image. The rectangle disappears and you can specify the portion of the image again.While pressing
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