Canon IPF710 User Manual

User ManualENGLarge Format Printer

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Printing procedure3. Click Print to start printing.As shown in the following illustration, you can switch to other panes in this dialog box to complet

Printing procedurePrinting from Mac OS 9After selecting the printer in Chooser from the Apple menu, print by using menus in the application software.I

Printing procedure2. Make sure the printer is selected in the Printer list.3. Click Print to start printing.88 Basic Printing W orkow

Canceling print jobsCanceling print jobsCanceling Print Jobs from the Control PanelHold down the Stop button for a second or more to cancel print jobs

Canceling print jobsCanceling Print Jobs from W indowsY ou can cancel print jobs in the printer window .1. Click the printer icon in the taskbar to di

Canceling print jobsCanceling Print Jobs from Mac OS XY ou can cancel print jobs in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor .1. Click the printer icon in the Dock t

Canceling print jobs2. Select the print job to cancel and click the Cancel Job button to remove the print job.The job sent to the printer is canceled.

Canceling print jobsCanceling Print Jobs from Mac OS 9How to cancel print jobs varies depending on whether you are printing in the foreground or backg

Canceling print jobsCanceling foreground print jobs1. When the progress indicator is displayed, hold down the Command key and press the period(.) key

PaperHandling PaperPaperT ypes of PaperFor information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . This guideiden

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PaperV iewing the Paper Reference GuideY ou can access the Paper Reference Guide as follows. Follow the steps for your particular operating system.• W

Paper• Mac OS X1. Click the iPF Support icon in the Dock .The online support window is displayed.2. Select Paper Reference Guide .The Paper Reference

Paper• Mac OS 91. Double-click the iPFxxxx Paper Reference Guide icon on the desktop. (Here, iPFxxxx representsthe printer model.)The Paper Reference

PaperUpdating paper informationY ou can update paper information in the Paper Reference Guide and on the printer by downloading thelatest version of t

Paper• Mac OS X1. Click the iPF Support icon in the Dock .The online support window is displayed.2. Select Stay Informed .The default browser is start

PaperPaper SizesRollsRolls that meet the following conditions are supported.• Outer diameter: up to 150 mm (6.0 in)• Inner diameter of paper core: 2 o

PaperPaper SizeDimensionsJIS B2 515.0 × 728.0 mm (20.28 × 28.66 in)JIS B3 364.0 × 515.0 mm (14.33 × 20.28 in)JIS B4 257.0 × 364.0 mm (10.12 × 14.33 in

PaperPaper SizeDimensionsPoster 300x900mm 300.0 × 900.0 mm (1 1.81 × 35.43 in)Custom Paper Size 203.2 × 203.2 mm (8.00 × 8.00 in) - 917.0 × 1600.0 mm

Handling rollsHandling rollsSelecting the Paper SourceWhen advancing paper , press the Feeder Selection button and select the source.Y ou can determin

Handling rollsSelecting the Paper T ype (Roll)When changing the type of paper after the paper has been advanced, specify the type of paper as follows.

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Handling rollsSpecifying the Paper Length (Roll)When changing the length of paper after the paper has been advanced, specify the length as follows.Not

Handling rollsLoading Rolls on the Roll HolderWhen printing on rolls, attach the Roll Holder to the roll.Attach the 2-inch or 3-inch paper core attach

Handling rolls2. With the edge of the roll paper facing back as shown, set the roll with the Roll Holder from theright. Insert the roll rmly until it

Handling rollsLoading Rolls in the Roll Holder SlotOnce a roll is in the Roll Holder , follow these steps to load the roll in the Roll Holder Slot .Ho

Handling rollsLoading the Roll in the PrinterFollow these steps to load rolls in the printer .Note• Remove any loaded paper that will not be used.• Ro

Handling rolls2. Open the T op Cover .Important• Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b).3. Pull the roll edge gently and align it wit

Handling rolls4. Close the T op Cover .After you load a roll, the printer automatically shows a menu for selection of the paper type on the DisplayScr

Handling rollsRemoving the Roll from the PrinterRemove rolls from the printer as follows.Note• If you need to cut a printed roll, select Paper Cutting

Handling rollsRemoving Rolls From the Roll Holder SlotRemove rolls from the Roll Holder Slot as follows.Make sure the roll is away from the Paper Feed

Handling rollsRemoving a Roll from the Roll Holder1. Lift the Holder Stopper lever (a) from the shaft side to unlock it. Holding the Holder Stopper at

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Handling rollsClearing Jammed Roll PaperIf roll paper jams, follow the steps below to remove jams.1. T urn the printer of f. ( → P .22)2. Open the T o

Handling rolls5. Holding the paper on both sides, pull the jammed portion out toward the front. Use a scissorsto cut away the printed or wrinkled port

Handling rolls8. Close the T op Cover .9. T urn the printer on. ( → P .22)The roll is now advanced. After it is nished being advanced, you can resume

Handling rollsFeeding Roll Paper ManuallyY ou can bring the printer of ine by pressing the Online button.When the printer is of ine and roll paper i

Handling rollsDetection of the Remaining Roll PaperIf you have activated automatic detection of the remaining roll paper , when the roll is ejected, a

Handling rollsSpecifying the Ink Drying T ime for RollsWhen you are using paper that takes longer for ink to adhere, if the Cutter touches printed sur

Handling rollsMac OS X1. Choose Print in the application menu.2. Select the Main pane and click C Settings in A Media T ype .3. In the Paper Detailed

Handling rollsMac OS 91. Choose Print in the application menu.2. Select the Main pane and click D Settings in A Media T ype .3. In the Paper Detailed

Handling rollsSpecifying the Cutting Method for RollsHow a roll is cut after ejection varies depending on the printer settings.Cutting Method Menu Set

Handling rollsEject (waiting for ink to dry after printing)1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU .2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details , an

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Handling rollsManual (when using media that cannot be cut using the Cutter Unit )1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU .2. Press ▲ or ▼ to sel

Handling rolls10. Press the Online button.The roll is rewound, and rewinding stops automatically .Paper Cutting (to have the roll cut at your specied

Handling rollsCutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper AutomaticallyIf the leading edge of a roll is crooked or warped, it may cause an error message or

Handling rollsReducing Dust from Cutting RollsThe printer is equipped with a function to reduce cutting dust for media such as Backlit Film that are m

Handling rollsRoll Holder SetA set of parts comprising the Roll Holder , Holder Stopper , 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment , and 3-Inch PaperCore Attachme

Handling rollsAttaching Accessories to the Roll HolderThe following attachments are provided with the Roll Holder . Use the attachment that matches th

Handling rollsInstalling the 2-Inch Paper Core AttachmentWhen loading a roll with a 2-inch paper core, remove the 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment from bo

Handling sheetsHandling sheetsSelecting the Paper SourceWhen advancing paper , press the Feeder Selection button and select the source.Y ou can determ

Handling sheetsSelecting the Paper T ype (Sheet)When changing the type of paper after the paper has been advanced, specify the type of paper as follow

Handling sheetsLoading the Sheet in the PrinterNote• For details on supported types and sizes of the paper , see “Paper Sizes” or the Paper ReferenceG

How to use this manualIntroductionHow to use this manualAbout This User Manual• SymbolsThe following symbols are used in this User Manual to indicate

Handling sheets2. Open the T op Cover and push the Release Lever back.Important• Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b).3. With a she

Handling sheetsImportant• Load a sheet so that it is parallel to the Paper Alignment Line (d). Loading paper askew will cause anerror .• W arped paper

Handling sheetsManually Loading Paper to the Position for PrintingY ou will need to advance the paper manually to the starting position for printing a

Handling sheetsRemoving the Sheet1. Press the Load/Eject button.Note• Paper cannot be ejected by using the Load/Eject button when print jobs are in pr

Handling sheetsClearing a Jammed SheetIf a sheet jams, follow the steps below to remove it.1. T urn the printer of f. ( → P .22)2. Open the T op Cover

Handling sheets5. If the paper is visible, grasp the paper and pull it forward.6. If you cannot see the paper , remove the scrap from behind the print

Output StackerOutput StackerUsing the Output StackerThe Output Stacker can be held at two positions, as shown.• When storing printed documents on the

Output StackerUse the Output Stacker in the normal position (a).However , for some types of media, you can use the stacker in the position for easy re

Printing Photos and ImagesW orking W ith V arious Print JobsPrinting Photos and ImagesPrinting Photos and Images (W indows, Mac OS X)Printing is easy

Printing Photos and ImagesCaution• Depending on the Media T ype setting, some Print T arget options may not be available.Note• Y ou can check the sett

How to use this manual• Figures and software screens• Figures in this User Manual may be dif ferent from the actual appearance of the printer in somec

Printing Photos and ImagesPrinting Photos and Images (Mac OS 9)Printing is easy when you simply choose the print target.Easy SettingsSimply choose the

Printing Photos and ImagesCaution• Depending on the Media T ype setting, some Print T arget options may not be available.Note• Y ou can check the sett

Printing Photos and ImagesPrinting Photos and Images (W indows)This topic describes how to print photos based on the following example.• Document: Pho

Printing Photos and Images6. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.7. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as sp

Printing Photos and ImagesPrinting Photos and Images (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to print photos based on the following example.• Document: Pho

Printing Photos and Images7. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click GlossyPhoto Paper .Make sure the

Printing Photos and Images1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list in this case, 10in. (254.0mm) .Note

Printing Photos and ImagesPrinting Photos and Images (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to print photos based on the following example.• Document: Pho

Printing Photos and Images7. In the C Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click GlossyPhoto Paper .In the C Media

Printing Photos and Images1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, 10in. (254.0mm) .Note

How to use this manualSearching T opicsY ou can nd information in topics of this User Manual by searching for relevant terms.1. Enter a term and clic

Printing CAD DrawingsPrinting CAD DrawingsPrinting CAD DrawingsUsing this printer , you can print ne lines and text clearly and sharply . It’ s easy

Printing CAD DrawingsPrinting Line Drawings and T ext (W indows, Mac OS X)Printing is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print.Easy S

Printing CAD DrawingsPrinting Line Drawings and T ext (Mac OS 9)Printing is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print.Easy SettingsSim

Printing CAD DrawingsPrinting Line Drawings and T ext (W indows)This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example.• Docum

Printing CAD Drawings7. In A Page Size , click the size of the original as specied in the application software. In thiscase, click ISO A3 .8. Click R

Printing CAD DrawingsPrinting Line Drawings and T ext (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example.• Docum

Printing CAD Drawings9. Access the Page Setup pane.10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is disp

Printing CAD Drawings12. Make sure C Page Size on the Page Setup pane shows the original size as specied in CPaper Size in the Page Attributes dialog

Printing CAD DrawingsPrinting Line Drawings and T ext (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example.• Docum

Printing CAD Drawings9. Access the Finishing pane.10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displ

How to use this manual2. Click a topic you want to read.The terms you searched for will be highlighted in the topic.T o review multiple topics at once

Printing CAD DrawingsHP-GL/2 PrintingThis printer supports the original Canon GARO printer control language as well as HP-GL/2 and HPR TL( *1 ) emulat

Printing Of ce DocumentsPrinting Ofce DocumentsPrinting Ofce DocumentsPrinting is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print.Easy Se

Printing Of ce DocumentsPrinting Ofce Documents (W indows)This topic describes how to print of ce documents based on the following example.• Docume

Printing Of ce Documents7. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case,click ISO A4 or Lette

Printing Of ce DocumentsPrinting Ofce Documents (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to print of ce documents based on the following example.• Docume

Printing Of ce Documents9. Access the Page Setup pane.10. Select sheets in the A Media Source list.1 1. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the

Printing Of ce DocumentsPrinting Ofce Documents (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to print of ce documents based on the following example.• Docume

Printing Of ce Documents9. Access the Finishing pane.10. Click Cut Sheet in the A Media Source list.1 1. Specify additional printing conditions.For d

Using the Printer With a Color imageRUNNERUsing the Printer W ith a Color imageRUNNERPrinting Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a ColorimageRUNNE

Using the Printer With a Color imageRUNNER2. Click the Utility tab to display the Utility sheet.3. Click B Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy to start

How to use this manualHTML V ersion of the Manual for PrintingY ou can select a group of topics in the table of contents or individual topics in this

Using the Printer With a Color imageRUNNERPrinting Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a ColorimageRUNNER (Mac OS X)Scanned originals from a Color

Using the Printer With a Color imageRUNNERScanning the original and print an enlargementFollow the steps below to scan an original on the Color imageR

Adjusting ImagesEnhanced Printing OptionsAdjusting ImagesAdjusting the Color in the Printer DriverColor settings specied in the application for your

Adjusting ImagesMatchingY ou can choose the color-matching mode and method.By adjusting the color-matching mode and method, you can make printed color

Adjusting ImagesNote• Be sure to calibrate your monitor colors correctly if you adjust the colors for printing. If monitor colorsare not calibrated co

Adjusting ImagesFine-T uning Colors of Photos and Images (W indows)Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arget presets

Adjusting Images7. Click H Color Settings to display the Color Settings dialog box.8. On the Color Adjustment sheet, adjust the color tones, brightnes

Adjusting Images1 1. Conrm the settings of A Page Size , L Paper Source , and so on.12. Conrm the print settings and print as desired.Note• For tips

Adjusting ImagesFine-T uning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS X)Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arget presets

Adjusting Images8. Click D Advanced Settings to switch the print mode.9. Click Color in the H Color Mode list.10. Click I Set to display the Color Set

How to use this manual2. Click Access to the HTML for printing in the title area.The topics in Basic Printing W orkow are displayed together in HTML

Adjusting Images1 1. On the Color Adjustment pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired.Adjustment ItemDescriptionD CyanE MagentaF

Adjusting ImagesFine-T uning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS 9)Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arget presets

Adjusting Images8. Click E Advanced Settings to switch the print mode.9. Click Color in the H Color Mode list.10. Click I Set to display the Color Set

Adjusting Images1 1. On the Color Adjustment pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired.Adjustment ItemDescriptionC CyanD MagentaE

Adjusting ImagesGiving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colorsfor PrintingY ou can specify detailed print settings as desired for the quali

Adjusting ImagesPrint QualityChoose the print quality .The printing mode is determined by a combination of the print quality and resolution.Print Qual

Adjusting ImagesEnhancing printing qualitySetting Item DescriptionUnidirectional Printing Choosing unidirectional printing can improve printing result

Adjusting ImagesChoosing the Document T ype and Printing Conditions(W indows)Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arg

Adjusting Images8. Click Color (CAD) in the G Color Mode list.9. T o adjust the color , click H Color Settings .Note• For instructions on adjusting co

Adjusting ImagesChoosing the Document T ype and Printing Conditions(Mac OS X)Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arg

How to use this manual3. Clear the sections you will not print and click the Apply button.Printing a group of individual topics in the manualWhen you

Adjusting Images8. Click D Advanced Settings to switch the print mode.9. Click Line Drawing in the E Print Priority list.10. Click High(1200dpi) in th

Adjusting Images14. Conrm the settings of A Media Source and C Page Size .15. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing.Not

Adjusting ImagesChoosing the Document T ype and Printing Conditions(Mac OS 9)Y ou can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print T arg

Adjusting Images8. Click E Advanced Settings to switch the print mode.9. Click Line Drawing in the F Print Priority list.10. Click High(1200dpi) in th

Adjusting Images15. Conrm the selection in A Media Source .16. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing.Note• For tips on

Choosing Paper for PrintingChoosing Paper for PrintingChoosing a Paper for PrintingChoosing the right paper for your particular printing application w

Choosing Paper for PrintingSelecting the Paper T ype (Roll)When changing the type of paper after the paper has been advanced, specify the type of pape

Choosing Paper for PrintingSelecting the Paper T ype (Sheet)When changing the type of paper after the paper has been advanced, specify the type of pap

Choosing Paper for PrintingSpecifying Paper in the Printer DriverIf you replace the paper , complete the printer driver settings for the paper type an

Choosing Paper for PrintingSpecifying Paper in the Printer Driver (W indows)If you have replaced the paper , you must complete the following settings

How to use this manual2. Under Basic Printing W orkow , click Printing Procedure .3. Click Access to the HTML for printing in the title area.8 Introd

Choosing Paper for Printing8. If you have selected Roll Paper in L Paper Source , select the width of the loaded roll in M RollPaper W idth .Note• A v

Choosing Paper for PrintingSpecifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X)If you have replaced the paper , you must complete the following settings

Choosing Paper for Printing8. Access the Page Setup pane.9. In the A Media Source list, select how paper is supplied.10. If you have selected Cut Shee

Choosing Paper for PrintingSpecifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS 9)If you have replaced the paper , you must complete the following settings

Choosing Paper for Printing8. Access the Finishing pane.9. In the A Media Source list, select how paper is supplied.10. If you have selected Roll Pape

Printing enlargements or reductionsPrinting enlargements or reductionsResizing Originals to Match the Paper SizeY ou can freely adjust the size of ori

Printing enlargements or reductionsResizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (W indows)This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing

Printing enlargements or reductions8. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll(420.0mm) .9. In

Printing enlargements or reductionsResizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing

Printing enlargements or reductions9. Access the Page Setup pane.10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.1 1. Make sure the width of the loade

How to use this manualThe topics in Printing Procedure are displayed together in HTML format, ready for printing.4. Clear the topics you will not prin

Printing enlargements or reductions12. Make sure C Page Size on the Page Setup pane shows the original size as specied in CPaper Size in the Page Att

Printing enlargements or reductionsResizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing

Printing enlargements or reductions9. Access the Finishing pane.10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded

Printing enlargements or reductions12. Access the Page Setup pane.13. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Pag

Printing enlargements or reductionsResizing Originals to Fit the Roll W idthY ou can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them

Printing enlargements or reductionsResizing Originals to Fit the Roll W idth (W indows)This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing t

Printing enlargements or reductions9. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box.Note• If the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box is not display

Printing enlargements or reductionsResizing Originals to Fit the Roll W idth (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing t

Printing enlargements or reductions9. Access the Page Setup pane.10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.1 1. Make sure the width of the loade

Printing enlargements or reductions12. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in thePage Attributes d

How to use this manualPrinting selected topicsPrint selected topics as follows.1. Access the printing dialog box as follows, depending on your compute

Printing enlargements or reductionsResizing Originals to Fit the Roll W idth (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing t

Printing enlargements or reductions9. Access the Finishing pane.10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded

Printing enlargements or reductions12. Access the Page Setup pane.13. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Pag

Printing enlargements or reductionsResizing Originals by Entering a Scaling V alueY ou can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducin

Printing enlargements or reductionsResizing Originals by Entering a Scaling V alue (W indows)This topic describes how to enlarge originals before prin

Printing enlargements or reductions7. Click Roll Paper in the L Paper Source list.8. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper W idth li

Printing enlargements or reductionsResizing Originals by Entering a Scaling V alue (Mac OSX)This topic describes how to enlarge originals before print

Printing enlargements or reductions9. Access the Page Setup pane.10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.1 1. Make sure the width of the loade

Printing enlargements or reductions12. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in thePage Attributes d

Printing enlargements or reductionsResizing Originals by Entering a Scaling V alue (Mac OS9)This topic describes how to enlarge originals before print

How to use this manual• MacintoshOn a Macintosh computer , click anywhere in the explanation area except on a gure or a link whileholding the Ctrl ke

Printing enlargements or reductions9. Access the Finishing pane.10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded

Printing enlargements or reductions12. Access the Page Setup pane.13. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Pag

Printing enlargements or reductions15. Click F Scaling and enter “120.”Note• Y ou can specify enlargement that exceeds the paper size, but in this cas

Printing enlargements or reductionsPrinting Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a ColorimageRUNNERScanned originals from a Color imageRUNNER can be

Printing enlargements or reductionsPrinting Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a ColorimageRUNNER (W indows)Scanned originals from a Color imageRU

Printing enlargements or reductionsCompleting the scanning settings on the Color imageRUNNER.Congure the Color imageRUNNER to send scanned originals

Printing enlargements or reductionsPrinting Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a ColorimageRUNNER (Mac OS X)Scanned originals from a Color imageRU

Printing enlargements or reductionsScanning the original and print an enlargementFollow the steps below to scan an original on the Color imageRUNNER f

Printing at full sizePrinting at full sizePrinting on Oversized PaperExcept in borderless printing, the actual printing area corresponds to your selec

Printing at full sizeNote• Oversized printing (selecting Oversize in Page Size ) is only available in Windows. For oversizedprinting on sheets, choose

How to use this manual• MacintoshNote• T o print only individual topics that are displayed, use this method.12 Introduction

Printing at full sizePrinting at Full Size (W indows)This topic describes how to print at full size based on the following example. (Oversized Printin

Printing at full size10. Click Roll Paper in the L Paper Source list.1 1. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper W idth list-in this

Printing at full sizePrinting at Full Size (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to print at full size based on the following example. (Oversized Printin

Printing at full size9. Access the Page Setup pane.10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is disp

Printing at full size12. Make sure C Page Size shows the original size as specied in C Paper Size in the PageAttributes dialog box-in this case, ISO

Printing at full sizePrinting at Full Size (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to print at full size based on the following example. (Oversized Printin

Printing at full size10. Access the Finishing pane.1 1. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.12. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is disp

Printing at full sizeBorderless Printing at Actual SizeT ake advantage of borderless printing to print documents such as posters (made up mainly of ph

Printing at full sizePrint Image with Actual SizePrints originals at actual size, without enlarging or reducing them. Originals must be prepared in a

Printing at full sizeBorderless Printing at Actual Size (W indows)This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following

Printer partsPrinter PartsPrinter partsFronta. T op CoverOpen this cover to install the Printhead , load paper , and remove any jammed paper from insi

Printing at full size7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.8. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specie

Printing at full sizeBorderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following

Printing at full size10. Access the Page Setup pane.1 1. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.12. Conrm that the roll paper width matches the

Printing at full size13. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in thePage Attributes dialog box-in t

Printing at full sizeBorderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following

Printing at full size9. In the C Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click HeavyweightCoated Paper .10. Select th

Printing at full size14. Access the Page Setup pane.15. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in theP

Borderless PrintingBorderless PrintingBorderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent SizeT ake advantage of borderless printing to print documents such as

Borderless PrintingFit Paper SizeEnlarge or reduce the original to match the size of the paper you are using.Note• The printer driver automatically en

Borderless PrintingBorderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match thePaper Size (W indows)This topic describes how to enlarge originals before bor

Printer partsBacka. Release LeverReleases the Paper Retainer . Push this release lever back before loading paper or cleaning insidethe printer .b. Car

Borderless Printing7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.8. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied

Borderless PrintingBorderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match thePaper Size (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to enlarge originals before bor

Borderless Printing9. Select the print target in the E Print T arget list.10. Access the Page Setup pane.1 1. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source l

Borderless Printing13. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in thePage Attributes dialog box-in thi

Borderless PrintingBorderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match thePaper Size (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to enlarge originals before bor

Borderless Printing8. In the C Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click HeavyweightCoated Paper .9. Select the p

Borderless Printing13. Access the Page Setup pane.14. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in thePag

Borderless PrintingBorderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the RollW idthT ake advantage of borderless printing to print documents such as po

Borderless PrintingScale to t Roll Paper W idthEnlarge or reduce the original as a whole to match the roll paper width.Note• Y ou can combine this fu

Borderless PrintingBorderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the RollW idth (W indows)This topic describes how to enlarge originals before bord

Printer partsT op Cover (Inside)a. T op Cover RollerPrevents paper from rising when ejected.b. Paper Alignment LineAlign paper with this line when loa

Borderless Printing7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.8. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied

Borderless PrintingBorderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the RollW idth (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to enlarge originals before prin

Borderless Printing10. Access the Page Setup pane.1 1. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.12. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displ

Borderless Printing13. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in thePage Attributes dialog box-in thi

Borderless PrintingBorderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the RollW idth (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to enlarge originals before prin

Borderless Printing8. In the C Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click HeavyweightCoated Paper .9. Select the p

Borderless Printing13. Access the Page Setup pane.14. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in thePag

Borderless PrintingBorderless Printing at Actual SizeT ake advantage of borderless printing to print documents such as posters (made up mainly of phot

Borderless PrintingPrint Image with Actual SizePrints originals at actual size, without enlarging or reducing them. Originals must be prepared in a si

Borderless PrintingBorderless Printing at Actual Size (W indows)This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following e

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Printer partsCarriagea. Carriage CoverProtects the Carriage .b. Printhead Fixer CoverHolds the Printhead in place.c. PrintheadThe printhead is equippe

Borderless Printing7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.8. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied

Borderless PrintingBorderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following e

Borderless Printing10. Access the Page Setup pane.1 1. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.12. Conrm that the roll paper width matches the pa

Borderless Printing13. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in thePage Attributes dialog box-in thi

Borderless PrintingBorderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following e

Borderless Printing9. In the C Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click HeavyweightCoated Paper .10. Select the

Borderless Printing14. Access the Page Setup pane.15. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in thePag

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizesPrinting banners or at other non-standardsizesPrinting V ertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-FormatPri

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizesPrinting V ertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-FormatPrinting; W indows)This topic describes how to pr

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes10. Close the printer driver dialog box.Note• Y ou can also specify a Custom Size as the paper size. No

Printer partsInk T ank Cover (Inside)a. Ink T ankCartridges of ink in various colors.b. Ink T ank Lock LeverA lever that locks the Ink T ank in place

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes6. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.7. In the A Page Size list, click the size

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes12. Conrm the print settings and print as desired.Note• For instructions on conrming print settings,

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizesPrinting V ertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-FormatPrinting; Mac OS X)This topic describes how to pr

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes9. In the C Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click "100*500", t

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes7. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, 16

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizesPrinting V ertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-FormatPrinting; Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to pr

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes9. Access the Page Attribute dialog box.10. In the A Page Size list, click the size you added, “My Hori

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes5. Access the Finishing pane.6. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.7. Make sure the width of t

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes8. Access the Page Setup pane.9. In B Page Size , make sure “My Horizontal Banner” is displayed, as reg

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizesPrinting on Non-Standard Paper SizesBy specifying the paper size, you can print on non-standard sizes o

Printer partsControl Panela. Online Button (Green)Switches the printer online and of ine. ( → P .29)• OnThe printer is online.• FlashingThe printer i

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizesPrinting on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (W indows)This topic describes two ways to print on non-standard p

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.8. Click Cut Sheet in the L Paper Source li

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizesPrinting by using Custom Paper SizeThis section describes how to print using Custom Paper Size based on

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.8. Click O Size Options to display the Pape

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizesPrinting on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to print after registering “Cus

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes13. Access the Main pane.14. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In thi

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizesPrinting on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS 9)This section describes how to print using Custom Paper S

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes9. Access the Page Attribute dialog box.10. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original. In

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes18. Access the Finishing pane.19. Click Cut Sheet in the A Media Source list.20. Conrm the print setti

T iling and multiple pages per sheetT iling and multiple pages per sheetPrinting Multiple Originals Next to Each OtherBy arranging originals from word

Printer partsg. Display ScreenShows the printer menu, as well as the printer status and messages.h. Color LabelsThese labels indicate the Ink T ank co

T iling and multiple pages per sheetimagePROGRAF Free Layout (Macintosh)Besides combining multiple pages in a single-page layout, you can combine orig

T iling and multiple pages per sheetPrinting Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (W indows)This topic describes how to arrange multiple originals us

T iling and multiple pages per sheet7. When you attempt to print, the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window is displayed. (At thispoint, the document will n

T iling and multiple pages per sheetPrinting Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to use the Free Layout function

T iling and multiple pages per sheet5. Print from the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout menu.Note• For details on Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout function

T iling and multiple pages per sheetPrinting Multiple Pages ContinuouslyY ou can print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins be

T iling and multiple pages per sheetPrinting Multiple Pages Continuously (W indows)This topic describes how to print multiple pages as a single contin

T iling and multiple pages per sheet7. Click N Roll Paper Options to display the Roll Paper Options dialog box.8. Select the B Banner Printing check b

T iling and multiple pages per sheetPrinting Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to print multiple pages as a single contin

T iling and multiple pages per sheet9. Access the Page Setup pane.10. Click Roll Paper (Banner) in the A Media Source list.1 1. Conrm the print setti

Control PanelControl PanelControl Panela. Online Button (Green)Switches the printer online and of ine. ( → P .29)• OnThe printer is online.• Flashing

T iling and multiple pages per sheetPrinting Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to print multiple pages as a single contin

T iling and multiple pages per sheet9. Access the Finishing pane.10. Click Roll Paper (Banner) in the A Media Source list.1 1. Conrm the print settin

T iling and multiple pages per sheetPrinting Multiple Pages Per SheetT o conserve paper , you can print several pages of the original on a single shee

T iling and multiple pages per sheetPrinting Multiple Pages Per Sheet (W indows)This topic describes how to print four pages of originals together on

T iling and multiple pages per sheet9. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll(420.0mm) .10.

T iling and multiple pages per sheetPrinting Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to print four pages of originals together on

T iling and multiple pages per sheet8. Access the Main pane.9. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click

T iling and multiple pages per sheet13. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list-in this case,ISO A2/A3 (42

T iling and multiple pages per sheetPrinting Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to print four pages of originals together on

T iling and multiple pages per sheet9. Access the Page Setup pane.10. Select the I Page Layout check box.1 1. Click 4 Pages/Sheet in the I Page Layout

Control Panelf. Feeder Selection ButtonSwitches the paper source. Each time you press this button, the paper source switches between theroll and the s

T iling and multiple pages per sheet14. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper W idth list-in this case,ISO A2/A3 (42

T iling and multiple pages per sheetPrinting Posters in SectionsY ou can enlarge an original to print it in sections on several sheets. By assembling

T iling and multiple pages per sheetPrinting Large Posters (W indows)Y ou can enlarge an original to print it in sections on several sheets. By assemb

T iling and multiple pages per sheet8. Click Cut Sheet in the L Paper Source list.9. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet.10. Select the A

T iling and multiple pages per sheetPrinting Large Posters (Mac OS 9)Y ou can enlarge an original to print it in sections on several sheets. By assemb

T iling and multiple pages per sheet1 1. Access the Page Setup pane.12. Select the I Page Layout check box.13. Click Poster (2 x 2) in the I Page Layo

Centering originalsCentering originalsPrinting Originals Centered on RollsY ou can print originals centered on a page-for example, if the paper is lar

Centering originalsPrinting Originals Centered on Rolls (W indows)This topic describes how to center originals before printing on rolls based on the f

Centering originals9. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, ISO A3/A4 Roll(297.0mm) .10. Click the Layout

Centering originalsPrinting Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to center originals before printing on rolls based on the f

Control PanelT urning the Printer On and OffT urning the printer on1. Press the Power button to turn on the printer .The printer will now start up.Aft

Centering originals9. Access the Page Setup pane.10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.1 1. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displa

Centering originals12. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in thePage Attributes dialog box-in thi

Centering originalsPrinting Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to center originals before printing on rolls based on the f

Centering originals9. Access the Page Setup pane.10. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in thePage

Centering originals13. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in B Roll Paper W idth -in this case, ISOA3/A4 (297.0mm) .Note• If the widt

Centering originalsPrinting Originals Centered on SheetsY ou can print originals centered on a page-for example, if the paper is larger than the origi

Centering originalsPrinting Originals Centered on Sheets (W indows)This topic describes how to reduce an original 50 0.000000or printing centered on a

Centering originals9. Click Match Page Size in the G Paper Size list.10. Click F Scaling and enter “50.”1 1. Click Cut Sheet in the L Paper Source lis

Centering originalsPrinting Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to center originals for printing on sheets, based on the f

Centering originals8. Access the Page Setup pane.9. Click Cut Sheet in the A Media Source list.10. Make sure C Page Size shows the original size as sp

Control PanelT urning the printer offImportant• Never turn the printer of f or unplug it during a print job. This could damage the printer .1. Make su

Centering originalsPrinting Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to center originals for printing on sheets, based on the f

Centering originals8. Access the Page Setup pane.9. Make sure B Page Size shows the original size as specied in Page Setup in the PageAttribute dialo

Centering originals13. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing.Note• For tips on conrming print settings, see “Conrming

Conserving roll paperConserving roll paperConserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 DegreesY ou can conserve roll paper by specifying particular

Conserving roll paperConserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees(W indows)This topic describes how to conserve paper by rotating originals

Conserving roll paper6. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case,click ISO A4 or Letter (8

Conserving roll paperConserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees(Mac OS X)This topic describes how to conserve roll paper by rotating origi

Conserving roll paper8. Access the Page Setup pane.9. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.10. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displa

Conserving roll paper1 1. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in thePage Attributes dialog box-in

Conserving roll paperConserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees(Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to conserve roll paper by rotating origi

Control PanelPrinter ModesPrinter modes are classied as follows and described in this topic.• Modes (→P .24)• Mode transition (→P .25)• Online, and s

Conserving roll paper8. Access the Finishing pane.9. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.10. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is display

Conserving roll paperConserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals W ithout T opand Bottom MarginsY ou can conserve roll paper by specifying particular

Conserving roll paperConserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals W ithout T opand Bottom Margins (W indows)This topic describes how to conserve roll p

Conserving roll paper8. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper W idth list-in this case, ISO A3/A4 Roll(297.0mm) .9. Click the Layout

Conserving roll paperConserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals W ithout T opand Bottom Margins (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to conserve roll p

Conserving roll paper8. Access the Page Setup pane.9. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.10. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displa

Conserving roll paper1 1. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in thePage Attributes dialog box-in

Conserving roll paperConserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals W ithout T opand Bottom Margins (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to conserve roll p

Conserving roll paper8. Access the Finishing pane.9. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.10. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is display

Checking Images Before PrintingChecking Images Before PrintingChecking the Layout in a Preview Before PrintingY ou can check the print layout on the p

Control PanelMode transitionThe printer mode transitions are as follows:*1: When submenus are displayed, you can press any button other than the Infor

Checking Images Before PrintingPreview (Macintosh)While viewing the preview screen, you can also adjust layout or size settings, and your changes will

Checking Images Before PrintingChecking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing(W indows)This topic describes how to preview images of print jobs befo

Checking Images Before Printing6. On the main window , you can check the layout and change settings as needed.7. T o print, click Start Printing in th

Checking Images Before PrintingChecking the Layout Before Printing (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to check the layout before printing using the Pr

Checking Images Before PrintingPreviewing Images Before Printing (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to preview images of print jobs before actually pr

Other useful settingsOther useful settingsPrinting W ith W atermarksY ou can add watermarks (background images) to documents that require special hand

Other useful settingsPrinting with W atermarks-COPY , FILE COPY , and so on(W indows)This topic describes how to print of ce documents with a waterma

Other useful settings6. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.7. In A Page Size , click the size of the original as specied in the

Other useful settingsPrinting with W atermarks-COPY , FILE COPY , and so on(Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to print of ce documents with a waterma

Other useful settings8. After conrming that E Easy Settings is selected, click CAD (Line Drawing) in the F PrintT arget list.Note• Y ou can check the

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Control PanelOnline, and state of the Control PanelNot printingPrinting in progress (receiving orprocessing print jobs)Display Screen• T op Level of t

Other useful settings12. Select the C W atermark check box.13. Click FILE COPY in the D W atermarks list.Note• T o create your own, original watermark

Other useful settingsMaking the Original Orientation Match the PaperOrientationY ou can specify the original orientation to match the orientation of t

Other useful settingsMaking the Original Orientation Match the PaperOrientation (W indows)This topic describes how to print an original in landscape o

Other useful settings8. In H Orientation , click J Landscape .9. Click Roll Paper in the L Paper Source list.10. Select the width of the loaded roll i

Other useful settingsMaking the Original Orientation Match the PaperOrientation (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to print an original in landscape o

Other useful settings10. Access the Page Setup pane.1 1. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.12. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is dis

Other useful settings13. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in thePage Attributes dialog box-in t

Other useful settingsMaking the Original Orientation Match the PaperOrientation (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to print an original in landscape o

Other useful settings10. Access the Finishing pane.1 1. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list.12. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is disp

Other useful settingsUsing FavoritesY ou can register print settings as “favorites” to reuse settings from a particular job that met your expectations

Control PanelOfine, and state of the Control PanelOf ineNot printing Printing is pausedDisplay Screen• T op Level of the Display ScreenThe printer s

Other useful settingsUsing Favorites (W indows)This topic describes how to register favorites and print using favorite settings.Registering a favorite

Other useful settingsPrinting using the favoriteFollow the steps below to print using the favorite you have registered.1. Choose Print in the applicat

Other useful settingsUsing Favorites (Mac OS X)Y ou can use the Presets function in Mac OS X for favorite-based printing.Note• In the printing dialog

Other useful settingsUsing Favorites (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to register favorites and print using favorite settings.Registering a favorite

Other useful settingsPrinting using the favoriteFollow the steps below to print using the favorite you have registered.1. Select the printer in Choose

Other useful settingsCutting Roll Paper After PrintingRoll paper can be automatically cut after printing.Note• It may not be possible to cut certain t

Other useful settingsCutting Roll Paper After Printing (W indows)This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically (using the auto cut function

Other useful settingsCutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically (using the auto cut function

Other useful settings8. Access the Main pane.9. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded.10. Click C Set to display the Medi

Other useful settingsCutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically (using the auto cut function

Control PanelMenu mode, and state of the Control PanelMain menuMenu items and settingsMain menu (during printing)• Display ScreenPressing the Menu but

Other useful settings8. Access the Main pane.9. In the C Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded.10. Click D Set to display the Medi

Printer DriverW indows SoftwarePrinter DriverPrinter Driver Settings (W indows)For instructions on accessing the Windows printer driver , refer to the

Printer Driver• Utility Sheet (Windows) (→P .442)Y ou can specify settings related to maintenance for the Printhead and feed amount, as well as settin

Printer DriverSpecifying Paper in the Printer Driver (W indows)If you have replaced the paper , you must complete the following settings in the printe

Printer Driver8. If you have selected Roll Paper in L Paper Source , select the width of the loaded roll in M RollPaper W idth .Note• A variety of set

Printer DriverConrming Print Settings (W indows)There are two ways to conrm the print settings, as follows.• Checking a preview of the settings (→P

Printer DriverChecking a print previewY ou can check an image of the original just as it will be printed.When you activate this feature, imagePROGRAF

Printer DriverChecking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing(W indows)This topic describes how to preview images of print jobs before actually print

Printer Driver6. On the main window , you can check the layout and change settings as needed.7. T o print, click Start Printing in the File menu.Note•

Printer DriverUsing Favorites (W indows)This topic describes how to register favorites and print using favorite settings.Registering a favoriteFollow

Control PanelSwitching ModesSwitching the printer online/ofinePress the Online button to switch the printer online or of ine.The Online lamp is lit

Printer DriverPrinting using the favoriteFollow the steps below to print using the favorite you have registered.1. Choose Print in the application men

Printer DriverAccessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box fromApplications (W indows)1. Choose Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for prin

Printer DriverImportant• If you access the printer driver dialog box from the source application, changes you make to the settingswill only apply temp

Printer DriverAccessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from theOperating System Menu (W indows)1. Click start > Printers and Faxes (or Printers ).2.

Printer DriverSix sheets of print settings are displayed by the printer driver: Main , Page Setup , Layout ,Favorites , Utility , and Support .Importa

Printer DriverMain Sheet (W indows)The following settings are available on the Main sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printerdriver h

Printer DriverSetting Item DescriptionM Status Monitor Click to start imagePROGRAF Status Monitor , which enables you to conrmthe status of the print

Printer DriverSetting Item DescriptionI Thicken Fine Lines Activate this option to print ne lines more distinctly .J Unidirectional Printing Although

Printer DriverPaper Information on Printer Dialog Box (W indows)On the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, you can obtain information on the pape

Printer DriverMedia Detailed Settings Dialog Box (W indows)The Paper Detailed Settings dialog box of fers the following settings. For details on setti

Control PanelSwitching to Menu modePress the Menu button to display the main menu.Depending on the status, the printer switches to Menu mode as follow

Printer DriverV iew Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application(W indows)In the V iew Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected

Printer DriverColor Adjustment Sheet: Color (W indows)If the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can adjust it on the Color Adjustment s

Printer DriverNote• For details on settings items, see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P .178)Object Adjustment dialog boxIn the Object

Printer DriverMatching Sheet (W indows)On the Matching sheet, you can specify color matching to compensate for dif ferences in the appearance ofcolors

Printer DriverICC Matching Mode , Driver ICM Mode and Host ICM ModeOn the Matching sheet, you can specify color matching to compensate for dif ference

Printer DriverColor Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome (W indows)On the Color Adjustment sheet for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and co

Printer DriverNote• For details on settings items, see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P .178)Object Adjustment dialog boxIn the Object

Printer DriverPage Setup Sheet (W indows)The following settings are available on the Page Setup sheet. For details on settings items, refer to theprin

Printer DriverSetting Item DescriptionH Orientation Choose the printing orientation.Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (→P .3

Printer DriverPaper Size Options Dialog Box (W indows)In the Paper Size Options dialog box, you can create and register your own Custom Paper Size . T

Control PanelPrinter Menu OperationsThe printer menu includes a main menu and submenus.• Main menu operations when no print job is in progress (→P .31

Printer DriverLayout Sheet (W indows)The following settings are available on the Layout sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printerdriv

Printer DriverSetting Item DescriptionK Page Options Click to display the Page Options dialog box, which enables you to completesettings for printing

Printer DriverPage Options Dialog Box (W indows)The Page Options dialog box of fers the following settings.Note• T o display the Page Options dialog b

Printer DriverSpecial Settings Dialog Box (W indows)If the printing results are not as you expected, you can change how printing is processed in the S

Printer DriverFavorites Sheet (W indows)The following settings are available on the Favorites sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the print

Printer DriverSetting Item DescriptionK UpClick to move the selected favorite up in the A Favorites list.L DownClick to move the selected favorite dow

Printer DriverUtility Sheet (W indows)The following settings are available on the Utility sheet. For details on the utilities, refer to the relevantut

Printer DriverSupport Sheet (W indows)On the Support sheet, you can view support information and the user ’ s manual.ButtonCorresponding UtilityA Supp

Printer DriverDevice Settings Sheet (W indows)Many settings items on the printer properties sheets are controlled by Windows applications. However , t

Printer DriverSettings Summaries Dialog Box (W indows)The Settings Summaries dialog box enables you to conrm the settings for the Main , Page Setup ,

Control PanelSubmenu operationsAccess submenus by pressing the Information button on the Control Panel . Y ou can check the followinginformation in su

Status MonitorStatus MonitorimagePROGRAF Status Monitor (W indows)imagePROGRAF Status Monitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managin

Digital Photo Front-AccessDigital Photo Front-AccessDigital Photo Front-AccessDigital Photo Front-Access is an application that links photos from Cano

PosterArtistPosterArtistUsing PosterArtist to Compose OriginalsY ou can print a variety of source documents from word-processing or spreadsheet progra

PosterArtistUsing PosterArtist to Compose Originals (W indows)This topic describes how to use PosterArtist to compose originals from multiple applicat

PosterArtist9. Edit and rearrange the image in the PosterArtist window as desired.Important• Without closing the PosterArtist window , repeat steps 1-

Device Setup UtilityDevice Setup UtilityimagePROGRAF Device Setup UtilityimagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility is a utility to establish communication bet

Device Setup UtilityConguring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAFDevice Setup UtilityFrom a computer running Windows, you can use imagePROGRAF Device S

Printer DriverMac OS X SoftwarePrinter DriverPrinter Driver Settings (Mac OS X)For instructions on accessing the Mac OS X printer driver , refer to th

Printer DriverSpecifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X)If you have replaced the paper , you must complete the following settings in the printe

Printer Driver8. Access the Page Setup pane.9. In the A Media Source list, select how paper is supplied.10. If you have selected Cut Sheet or Manual i

Control PanelMain Menu OperationsPress the Menu button to display the main menu. For details, see “Main Menu Settings”. (→P .48)• Main menu when no pr

Printer DriverConrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)There are two ways to conrm what printing conditions have been specied, as follows.• Checking a pre

Printer DriverNote• T o conrm the Print T arget specied in Easy Settings , click F V iew set. on the Main pane to displaythe V iew settings dialog b

Printer DriverChecking the Layout Before Printing (Mac OS X)This topic describes how to check the layout before printing using the Preview function.1.

Printer DriverUsing Favorites (Mac OS X)Y ou can use the Presets function in Mac OS X for favorite-based printing.Note• In the printing dialog box, cl

Printer DriverAccessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box fromApplications (Mac OS X)1. In the application software, select Print from the File menu to di

Printer DriverMain Pane (Mac OS X)The following settings are available on the Main pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printerdriver hel

Printer DriverConguration using Advanced SettingsSetting Item DescriptionA Media T ypeSelect the paper type.For information on the types of paper the

Printer DriverPaper Information on Printer Dialog Box (Mac OS X)On the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, you can obtain information on the pape

Printer DriverMedia Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS X)The Paper Detailed Settings dialog box of fers the following settings. For details on setti

Printer DriverV iew Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application(Mac OS X)In the V iew Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected

Control PanelAccessing MenusPrinter menus are grouped by function.Menus are displayed with the upper line selected. Use the buttons on the Control Pan

Printer DriverColor Settings Pane: Color (Mac OS X)In general, make any needed adjustments to the color of documents in the application used to create

Printer DriverNote• For details on settings items, see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P .178)Matching paneOn the Matching pane, you ca

Printer DriverColor Settings Pane: Monochrome (Mac OS X)The following settings are available on the Color Settings pane for monochrome printing.Color

Printer DriverPage Setup Pane (Mac OS X)The following settings are available on the Page Setup pane. For details on settings items, refer to theprinte

Printer DriverSetting Item DescriptionJ Print Centered Activate this setting to print document images in the center of the paper .Printing Originals C

Printer DriverUtility Pane (Mac OS X)The following settings are available on the Utility pane.Setting Item DescriptionA SetClick to display the Printe

Printer DriverAdditional Settings Pane (Mac OS X)The following settings are available on the Additional Settings pane.Setting Item DescriptionA Data S

Printer DriverSupport Pane (Mac OS X)On the Support pane, you can view support information and the user ’ s manual.ButtonCorresponding UtilityA Suppor

PrintmonitorPrintmonitorimagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh)imagePROGRAF Printmonitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print

Printer DriverMac OS 9 SoftwarePrinter DriverPrinter Driver Settings (Mac OS 9)For instructions on accessing the Mac OS 9 printer driver , refer to th

Control PanelSpecifying menu itemsFollow the steps below to specify menu items.1. Press ▲ or ▼ to select a menu, and then press the ► button.Repeat th

Printer DriverSpecifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS 9)If you have replaced the paper , you must complete the following settings in the printe

Printer Driver8. Access the Finishing pane.9. In the A Media Source list, select how paper is supplied.10. If you have selected Roll Paper in A Media

Printer DriverConrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)There are two ways to conrm what printing conditions have been specied, as follows.• Checking a pre

Printer DriverNote• T o conrm the Print T arget specied in Easy Settings , click G V iew set. on the Main pane to displaythe V iew set. dialog box.C

Printer DriverPreviewing Images Before Printing (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to preview images of print jobs before actually printing them.1. In

Printer DriverUsing Favorites (Mac OS 9)This topic describes how to register favorites and print using favorite settings.Registering a favoriteFollow

Printer DriverPrinting using the favoriteFollow the steps below to print using the favorite you have registered.1. Select the printer in Chooser .2. C

Printer DriverAccessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box fromApplications (Mac OS 9)1. In the application software, select Print from the File menu to di

Printer DriverMain Pane (Mac OS 9)The following settings are available on the Main pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printerdriver hel

Printer DriverConguration using Advanced SettingsSetting Item DescriptionA CopiesEnter the number of copies to print, in a range of “1-999.”B Page Sp

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Control PanelSpecifying numerical valuesFollow the steps below to enter numbers for items such as network settings.1. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface

Printer DriverSetting Item DescriptionP Reduce Print UnevennessThis option is displayed if you have selected Plain Paper in C Media T ypeand Ofce Doc

Printer DriverPage Setup Pane (Mac OS 9)The following settings are available on the Page Setup pane. For details on settings items, refer to theprinte

Printer DriverSetting Item DescriptionJ Layout Direction This setting is available when I Page Layout is selected. Here, you canspecify the orientatio

Printer DriverFinishing Pane (Mac OS 9)The following settings are available on the Finishing pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer

Printer DriverDevice Settings Pane (Mac OS 9)The following settings are available on the Device Settings pane.Setting Item DescriptionA UtilityClick t

Printer DriverAdditional Settings Pane (Mac OS 9)The following settings are available on the Additional Settings pane. For details on settings items,

Printer DriverColor Settings Pane: Color (Mac OS 9)In general, make any needed adjustments to the color of documents in the application used to create

Printer DriverSetting Item DescriptionI Gray T one Adjustment Adjust the color tone of grays as desired. Choose Cool Black (tinged withblue), W arm Bl

Printer DriverMatching paneOn the Matching pane, you can specify color matching, to compensate for dif ferences in the appearanceof colors on various

Printer DriverColor Settings Pane: Monochrome (Mac OS 9)The following settings are available on the Color Settings pane for monochrome printing.Color

Control PanelMenu StructureMain MenuThe structure of the main menu is as follows. V alues at right indicated by an asterisk “*” are the defaults.For i

Printer DriverNote• For details on settings items, see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P .178)Object Adjustment dialog boxIn the Object

Printer DriverMedia Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS 9)The Paper Detailed Settings dialog box of fers the following settings. For details on setti

Printer DriverV iew Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application(Mac OS 9)In the V iew Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected

Printer DriverSpecial Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS 9)If the printing results are not as you expected, you can change how printing is processed in the S

PrintmonitorPrintmonitorimagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh)imagePROGRAF Printmonitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print

Network SettingNetwork SettingNetwork SettingNetwork EnvironmentSystem requirementsThe system requirements, which vary depending on your network, are

Network SettingNetwork environmentAfter conrming what type of network environment you will connect the printer to, set up the printer andcomputers as

Network SettingConguring the IP Address on the PrinterY ou must congure the printer ’ s IP address before using the printer in a TCP/IP network.The

Network SettingConguring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAFDevice Setup UtilityFrom a computer running Windows, you can use imagePROGRAF Device Setup

Network SettingConguring the IP Address Using the Printer ControlPanelThis topic describes how to congure the printer ’ s IP address on the Control

Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth LevelFeed Priority Automatic *Band JointPrint LengthAdjust Length From -0.70% to0.70

Network SettingConguring the IP Address Using ARP and PINGCommandsThis topic describes how to congure the IP address using ARP and PING commands.T o

Network SettingUsing RemoteUIEnter the printer ’ s IP address in a web browser to display the RemoteUI page. After you log on to RemoteUI fromthe page

Network SettingConguring the Printer ’ s TCP/IP Network SettingsFollow the steps below to congure the TCP/IP network settings.1. Start the web brows

Network SettingItem DetailsDefault SettingRA W Mode Bi-direction Activate this setting to useRaw mode bidirectionalcommunication.Of fFTP Printing Acti

Network SettingConguring the Printer ’ s AppleT alk Network SettingsFollow the steps below to congure the AppleT alk network settings.1. Start the w

Network SettingConguring the Printer ’ s NetW are Network SettingsFollow the steps below to congure the NetW are network settings.1. Start the web b

Network SettingItem DetailsDefault SettingPrinter Number Specify the number of theprinter connected to theNetW are print server .(0-15)0NDSPServerT re

Network SettingSpecifying Printer-Related InformationFollow the steps below to specify device information and security settings.1. Start the web brows

Network SettingConguring the Communication Mode ManuallyThis topic gives instructions for conguring the communication mode manually .1. Press the Me

Network SettingEmail Notication When Printing is Finished or ErrorsOccurThe printer can notify you of the printer status by email. Even when you are

Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth LevelOnNearEnd Sht Mrgn 3mm20mmReturn Defaults NoY esGL2 Settings GL2 Replot NoY esG

Network SettingInitializing the Network SettingsUse RemoteUI to restore the network settings to the default values as follows.Important• Initializing

Network Setting (Windows)Network Setting (W indows)Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (W indows)This topic describes how to specify the printer

Network Setting (Windows)Sharing the Printer in W indowsIf you set up a computer as a print server in Windows 2000, Windows XP , Windows Server 2003,

Network Setting (Windows)3. On the Sharing sheet, click Share this printer and enter the shared name.4. T o print jobs from clients running other vers

Network Setting (Windows)Conguring the Printer ’ s NetW are Network SettingsFollow the steps below to congure the NetW are network settings.1. Start

Network Setting (Windows)Item DetailsDefault SettingPrinter Number Specify the number of theprinter connected to theNetW are print server .(0-15)0NDSP

Network Setting (Windows)Specifying the Printer ’ s Frame T ypeT o enable communication between the printer and computers on your network, specify the

Network Setting (Windows)Specifying the Frame T ype Using the Printer Control Panel1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU .2. Press ▲ or ▼ to s

Network Setting (Windows)Specifying NetW are Print ServicesBefore printing in a NetW are network, you must congure print services such as print serve

Network Setting (Windows)Using NW ADMIN or PCONSOLE to set up the print serverUse NW ADMIN to set up the print server if NDS queue server mode or remo

Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth LevelAdjustFaintLines OffOn *Auto Rotate Off *OnAdjust Printer Auto Head Adj. Standa

Network Setting (Windows)Use PCONSOLE to set up the print server if bindery queue server mode or remote printer mode is used.1. Log into NetW are as S

Network Setting (Windows)Specifying NetW are ProtocolsFollow the steps below to congure NetW are protocol settings other than the frame type by using

Network Setting (Windows)• If you have selected NDS PServer: Queue Server Mode (Using an NDS Print Server)1. In T ree Name and Context Name , enter th

Network Setting (Windows)Conguring NetW are Network SettingsT o print over a NetW are network, congure the network environment as follows.Important•

Network Setting (Windows)Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup UtilityInstall imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the User Software CD-ROM provided

Network Setting (Macintosh)Network Setting (Macintosh)Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (Macintosh)Specify the printer driver destination as f

Network Setting (Macintosh)Conguring the Printer ’ s AppleT alk Network SettingsFollow the steps below to congure the AppleT alk network settings.1.

Network Setting (Macintosh)Conguring the Destination for AppleT alk Network(Macintosh)T o print over an AppleT alk network, activate the AppleT alk p

Network Setting (Macintosh)Conguring the Destination (Mac OS X)Note• The following procedures are based on Mac OS X 10.4. The method of conguring th

Network Setting (Macintosh)7. Select the printer from the list in the Printer Browser window and click Add .Network Setting 535

Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth LevelOff *RARP OnOff *IP Setting IP Address 0. 0. 0. 0 - 255.255. 255. 255Subnet Mas

Network Setting (Macintosh)Conguring the Destination (Mac OS 9)1. Choose Chooser from the Apple menu to display the Chooser window .2. In AppleT alk

Network Setting (Macintosh)Conguring the Destination for TCP/IP Network(Macintosh)Follow the steps below to congure the destination if you use the p

Network Setting (Macintosh)5. In the list of connection methods, click Canon IP(iPF) .6. Enter the printer ’ s IP address in Printer ’ s Address and c

Network Setting (Macintosh)Conguring the Destination (Mac OS 9)1. Choose Chooser from the Apple menu to display the Chooser window .2. In the list at

Network Setting (Macintosh)6. In the Destination list, click the address you registered.7. Close the Chooser window and click OK after the conrmation

Network Setting (Macintosh)Conguring the Destination for Bonjour Network(Macintosh)In Mac OS X 10.2.8 and later , use Bonjour functions to easily con

Adjusting the PrintheadAdjustments for Better Print QualityAdjusting the PrintheadCorrecting Print MisalignmentIf printed vertical lines are warped or

Adjusting the Printhead2. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU .3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer , and then press the ► button.4. Press

Adjusting the PrintheadAdjusting the Printhead Alignment ManuallyIf printed vertical lines are warped or colors are out of alignment, adjust the Print

Adjusting the Printhead8. Examine test pattern D-1 for printhead adjustment. After you determine the pattern with straightlines, press ▲ or ▼ to choos

Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth LevelY esReplace P .head NoY esRepl. S. Cleaner No *Y esChange Cutter No *Y esMove P

Adjusting the PrintheadAdjusting the Printhead OrientationIf printed lines are misaligned, try adjusting the angle of the Printhead . Even slight misa

Adjusting the PrintheadImportant• Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b).6. Examine the test pattern for adjustment. Determine the st

Adjusting the PrintheadAdjusting the Printhead HeightIf printed documents rub against the printer during printing or if the edge of paper is wrinkled

Adjusting the feed amountAdjusting the feed amountAdjusting the Feed Amount AutomaticallyIf printed images are af fected by banding in dif ferent colo

Adjusting the feed amountFollow the steps below to adjust the feed amount automatically .1. Prepare one unused sheet A4/Letter-sized or larger when St

Adjusting the feed amountAdjusting the feed amount during printingIf, during printing, the contrast is uneven sideways across the paper or banding in

Adjusting the feed amountAdjusting the Feed Amount ManuallyIf printed images are af fected by banding in dif ferent colors, adjust the amount that pap

Adjusting the feed amount2. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU .3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer , and then press the ► button.4. Pres

Adjusting the feed amountAdjusting the feed amount during printingIf, during printing, the contrast is uneven sideways across the paper or banding in

Adjusting the feed amountAdjusting the Measurement Scale for Better AccuracyT o adjust the measurement scale and ensure accuracy (so that lines in CAD

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Adjusting the feed amount2. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU .3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer , and then press the ► button.4. Pres

Adjusting the feed amountAdjusting the V acuum StrengthWhen printing on heavyweight paper or paper that curls or wrinkles easily , if paper rubs again

Ink T anksMaintenanceInk T anksInk T anksAn Ink T ank that can be used in the printer is labeled with a white letter “A” in a black circle on the side

Ink T anksReplacing Ink T anksCompatible Ink T ankAn Ink T ank that can be used in the printer is labeled with a white letter “A” in a black circle on

Ink T anksReplacing an Ink T ank1. Make sure no print jobs are in progress.Y ou can replace Ink T ank if the Display Screen indicates the printer is O

Ink T anks6. Press the tip of the Ink T ank Lock Lever of the color for replacement and lift the Ink T ank LockLever to open it.7. Hold the empty Ink

Ink T anks8. Before opening the pouch, shake the Ink T ank gently seven or eight times. Agitate the ink in theInk T ank by slowly turning the Ink T an

Ink T anks1 1. Close the Ink T ank Lock Lever until it clicks.12. Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit in red.Note• Ink Lamp ashes when there is little ink

Ink T anksChecking Ink T ank LevelsOn the Display Screen , you can check how much ink is left in the Ink T ank .The Display Screen indicates the remai

Ink T anksWhen to Replace Ink T anksReplace or prepare to replace Ink T ank in the following situations.If a message for checking the ink is shown on

Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth LevelContrast Adj. -4, -3, -2, -1, 0*, +1,+2, +3, +4Reset PaprSetngs NoY esT est Pri

PrintheadsPrintheadsPrinthead• Printhead PF-03Note• For instructions on replacing the Printhead , see “Replacing the Printhead”. (→P .569)Checking the

PrintheadsChecking for Nozzle CloggingIf printing is faint or streaked in dif ferent colors, make sure the Printhead nozzles are clear by printing a t

PrintheadsCleaning the PrintheadCleaning the Printhead may help clear nozzles that are clogged.Note• Y ou can specify a number of pages in the printer

PrintheadsReplacing the PrintheadWhen to replace the PrintheadReplace the Printhead in the following situations.• If the printing quality does not imp

PrintheadsReplacing the PrintheadFollow the steps below to replace the Printhead . Failure to follow this procedure may cause ink leak fromthe Printhe

Printheads8. If the Printhead Fixer Cover or Printhead Fixer Lever is dirty , use a damp cloth that you havewrung out completely to wipe it clean.Impo

Printheads10. Pull the Printhead Fixer Lever forward all the way to open it completely .1 1. Pull up the Printhead Fixer Cover to open it completely .

Printheads13. Holding the new Printhead by the grips (a), remove it from the case.Important• When handling the Printhead , always hold it by the grips

Printheads15. With the nozzles facing down and the metal contacts toward the back, insert the Printhead intothe Carriage . Making sure that the metal

Printheads19. Close the T op Cover .Ink now lls the system.After about 13 minutes, the Printhead alignment will be automatically adjusted, and the pr

Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth LevelMedia T ypeInterfaceInk Consumed*1: A vailable only if a roll is loaded.*2: A v

Cutter UnitCutter UnitCutter UnitA reaplacement Cutter Unit .• Cutter Unit CT -05Note• For instructions on replacing the Cutter Unit , see “Replacing

Cutter UnitReplacing the Cutter UnitNote• For information on compatible Cutter Unit , see “Cutter Unit”. (→P .576)• During Cutter Unit replacement, do

Cutter Unit6. Hold the Cutter Unit by the grip (a). Pushing down at the position indicated (b), remove it fromthe Carriage .Important• Never touch any

Maintenance CartridgeMaintenance CartridgeMaintenance CartridgeA replacement Maintenance Cartridge . Maintenance Cartridge includes a Shaft Cleaner .•

Maintenance CartridgeReplacing the Maintenance Cartridge1. Make sure no print jobs are in progress.Y ou can replace the Maintenance Cartridge if the D

Maintenance Cartridge7. Hold the handle (a) of the used Maintenance Cartridge and pull out the cartridge. Grasp thehandles on both sides (b) and keep

Maintenance Cartridge10. Conrm the Maintenance Cartridge is right-side up, put it in the box, and store it so that it stayslevel.Important• Always pu

Maintenance Cartridge15. Replace the Shaft Cleaner . Replacing the ( → P .584)The printer returns to the mode before replacement of the Maintenance Ca

Maintenance CartridgeReplacing the Shaft CleanerReplace the Shaft Cleaner when you replace the Maintenance Cartridge . New Shaft Cleaner is includedwi

Maintenance Cartridge7. After removing the cap of the new Shaft Cleaner , hold it by the grips (a) and attach it to theCarriage .Push the Shaft Cleane

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Control PanelSubmenusEach time you press the Information button on the Control Panel , printer information is displayed in thefollowing order . The re

Maintenance CartridgeChecking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge CapacityThe Maintenance Cartridge absorbs excess ink from borderless printing, print

Maintenance CartridgeWhen to Replace the Maintenance CartridgeReplace or prepare to replace the Maintenance Cartridge in the following situations.If a

Cleaning the PrinterCleaning the PrinterCleaning the Printer ExteriorClean the printer regularly to maintain better printing quality and help prevent

Cleaning the PrinterCleaning Inside the T op CoverClean inside the T op Cover about once a month to maintain better printing quality and help prevent

Cleaning the Printer3. Using a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely , wipe inside the T op Cover to clean it.Wipe away any ink residue on the

Cleaning the PrinterCleaning the Paper RetainerClean the Paper Retainer about once a month to maintain better printing quality and help prevent proble

Cleaning the Printer5. Pull the Release Lever forward.6. Plug the power cord into the outlet.592 Maintenance

Cleaning the PrinterCleaning the PrintheadCleaning the Printhead may help clear nozzles that are clogged.Note• Y ou can specify a number of pages in t

Other MaintenanceOther MaintenancePreparing to T ransfer the PrinterT o protect the internal parts in transit, always follow the steps below before tr

Other Maintenance7. Open the Ink T ank Lock Lever and remove every Ink T ank .Put the Ink T ank in a plastic bag and seal it.Note• Store the Ink T ank

Control PanelMain menu during printingThe structure of the main menu during printing is as follows.For instructions on menu operations, see “Main Menu

Other Maintenance1 1. Open the T op Cover .12. Grasp the Belt , insert it between the Belt Stopper , and af x the Belt Stopper to the Carriage Shaft

Other Maintenance14. T ape down printer covers to secure them, in the reverse order of tape removal during installation.15. Repack the Roll Holder , H

Other MaintenanceUpdating the FirmwareUpdate the printer rmware to take advantage of new and improved printer functions.Conrming the rmware version

Frequently Asked QuestionsT roubleshootingFrequently Asked QuestionsFrequently Asked QuestionsThis section presents frequently asked questions and ans

Frequently Asked QuestionsQuestionAnswerHow do I print without wastingpaper?T o conserve paper , you can specify in the printer driver to rotate origi

Problems Regarding PaperProblems Regarding PaperClearing Jammed Roll PaperIf roll paper jams, follow the steps below to remove jams.1. T urn the print

Problems Regarding Paper4. Push the Release Lever back.5. Holding the paper on both sides, pull the jammed portion out toward the front. Use a scissor

Problems Regarding Paper7. Pull the roll edge gently and align it with the Paper Alignment Line (a). Lower the ReleaseLever toward the front.Important

Problems Regarding PaperClearing a Jammed SheetIf a sheet jams, follow the steps below to remove it.1. T urn the printer of f. ( → P .22)2. Open the T

Problems Regarding Paper5. If the paper is visible, grasp the paper and pull it forward.6. If you cannot see the paper , remove the scrap from behind

Control PanelMain Menu SettingsMain menu items are described in the following tables.For instructions on selecting or setting menu items, see “Main Me

Problems Regarding PaperRoll paper cannot be inserted into the Paper Feed SlotCause Corrective ActionThe roll paper is warped. Straighten out curls an

Printing does not startPrinting does not startThe Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light upCause Corrective ActionThe printer is not on. Make s

The printer stops during a print jobThe printer stops during a print jobAn error message is shown on the Display ScreenStatus Corrective ActionAn erro

Problems with the printing qualityProblems with the printing qualityPrinting is faintCause Corrective ActionY ou may be printing on the wrong side of

Problems with the printing qualityPaper rubs against the PrintheadCause Corrective ActionLoad paper of the same type as you have speciedin the printe

Problems with the printing qualityThe edges of the paper are dirtyCause Corrective ActionThe Platen has become dirty after borderless printingor print

Problems with the printing qualityThe back side of the paper is dirtyCause Corrective ActionThe Platen has become dirty after borderless printingor pr

Problems with the printing qualityBanding in different colors occursCause Corrective ActionThe paper feed amount is not adjusted correctly . Adjust th

Problems with the printing qualityColors in printed images are unevenCause Corrective ActionLine Drawing/T ext is selected when printing imagesin many

Problems with the printing qualityThe length of printed images is inaccurateCause Corrective ActionIn the printer menu, Band Joint is specied in Feed

Control PanelMedia MenuSetting Item Description, InstructionsCut Sheet T ype ( *1 ) Choose the type of sheets.( → P .134)Roll Media T ype ( *1 ) Choos

Problems with the printing qualityThin lines are not printed after switching to EconomyPrinting modeCause Corrective ActionY ou have selected Economy

Cannot print over a networkCannot print over a networkCannot connect the printer to the networkCause Corrective ActionThe Ethernet cable is not connec

Cannot print over a networkCannot print over a NetW are networkCause Corrective ActionThe printer ’ s NetW are settings are not conguredcorrectly .Ma

Installation problemsInstallation problemsThe IEEE 1394 Driver Cannot Be Installed CorrectlyIn Windows, the device interface driver may not be install

Installation problemsRemoving Installed Printer DriversFollow the steps below to remove installed printer drivers and utilities.Removing printer drive

HP-GL/2 problemsHP-GL/2 problemsW ith HP-GL/2, printing is misaligned.Cause Corrective ActionThe plotter origin is incorrect. Check the printing comma

HP-GL/2 problemsReplotting with HP-GL/2 jobs is not possible.Cause Corrective ActionThe data was lost because of replotting. Data for replotting is lo

Other problemsOther problemsThe printer does not go onCause Corrective ActionThe printer is unplugged. Plug the power cord into the outlet, and then t

Other problemsThe printer consumes a lot of inkCause Corrective ActionMany full-page color images are printed. In print jobs such as photos, images ar

Other problemsDisabling ink level detection1. On the Display Screen , a message indicates that the ink level cannot be detected. After checkingthe mes

Control PanelPaper DetailsSetting Item Description, InstructionsRoll DryingT ime Specify the time to wait for the ink to dry for each sheet.Scan W ait

Other problems7. Check the message and press the ► button.8. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Y es , and then press the OK button.9. A conrmation message about

Responding to MessagesError MessageResponding to MessagesResponding to MessagesW arning messagesW arning messages are shown on lines 2-4 of the Displa

Responding to MessagesOther MessagesThese messages do not prevent printer operation. Check the information on the Display Screen and takeaction as nec

Responding to MessagesError MessagesW arning messagesW arning messages are shown on lines 2-4 of the Display Screen .Although warning messages do not

Responding to Messages• No Maintenance Cartridge capacity . (→P .643)• Paper Mismatch (→P .631)• Paper jam. (→P .635)• Paper loaded askew . (→P .635)•

Messages regarding paperMessages regarding paperPaper MismatchCause Corrective ActionY ou printed a test pattern for printer adjustment onseveral shee

Messages regarding paperPaper size not detected.Cause Corrective ActionPaper has been loaded askew , or warped paper hasbeen loaded.Reload paper strai

Messages regarding paperRoll printing is selected.Cause Corrective ActionLoad a roll and try printing again.Y ou have attempted to print a test print

Messages regarding paperNo sheets.Cause Corrective ActionLoad paper of the type and size you have speciedin the printer driver .( → P .135)A sheet is

Messages regarding paperPaper jam.Cause Corrective ActionA paper jam occurred in the printer during printing. Lift the Release Lever and remove the ja

Control PanelSetting Item Description, InstructionsCutting Mode Specify whether or not to cut with the standardround-bladed cutter .Choose Automatic t

Messages regarding paperLeading edge detection error .Cause Corrective ActionA roll has been loaded when sheets are selected asthe paper source on the

Messages regarding paperBorderless printng not possible.Check roll position.Cause Corrective ActionPress the Load/Eject button and reload the paper .I

Messages regarding inkMessages regarding inkInk insufcient.Cause Corrective ActionThe ink level is low , so you cannot clean thePrinthead .Press the

Messages regarding inkRemaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected.Cause Corrective ActionInk level detection cannot work correctly if you

Messages regarding printing or adjusmentMessages regarding printing or adjusmentUse another paper .Cause Corrective ActionW e recommend using a type o

Messages regarding printheadsMessages regarding printheadsCannot adjust printhead.Cause Corrective ActionThe Printhead nozzles are clogged. Follow the

Messages regarding printheadsPrinthead errorCause Corrective ActionAn incompatible Printhead has been installed. Install a Printhead specied for use

Messages regarding the maintenance cartridgeMessages regarding the maintenance cartridgeNo maintenance cartridge.Cause Corrective ActionThe Maintenanc

Messages regarding HP-GL/2Messages regarding HP-GL/2This type of paper is not compatible with HP-GL/2.Cause Corrective ActionReplace the paper with a

Other MessagesOther MessagesGARO Wxxxx (x represents a number)Cause Corrective ActionT ry printing again, using the correct printer driver .There is a

Control PanelGL2 SettingsSetting Item Description, InstructionsGL2 Replot Print the last printed job (still stored in the printer memory)again.GL2 Buf

Other MessagesCarriage Cover is open.Cause Corrective ActionClose the Carriage Cover .( → P .569)The Carriage Cover is open.If the error occurs again,

IndexIndex 647IndexAAbout This User Manual ...1Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (M

Index648 IndexCannot connect the printer to the network ...617Cannot cut this paper. ...636Cannot

IndexIndex 649Checking a print preview ...479Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X) ...456Checking a pre

Index650 IndexHow to use this manual ...1HP-GL/2 jobs are printed in monochrome (or color). ...

IndexIndex 651Manually Loading Paper to the Position for Printing ...138Matching She

Index652 IndexSubmenu mode, and state of the Control Panel ...28Printer Parts ...

IndexIndex 653Printing Originals Centered on Rolls ...342Centering originals relative to roll paper width .342Printing Originals C

Index654 IndexResizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Windows) ...230Resizing Orig

IndexIndex 655The Display Screen indicates the system is lling with ink ...607, 639The edge

Control PanelSetting Item Description, InstructionsThickenFineLines Select On to print ne lines more distinctly .AdjustFaintLines If ne lines are pr

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Control PanelAdjust PrinterSetting Item Description, InstructionsStandard Adj. Choose Y es to have the printer print and read a testpattern for the au

Control PanelInterface SetupSetting Item Description, InstructionsEOP T imer Specify the timeout period before cancellation of printjobs that cannot b

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Control PanelMaintenanceSetting Item Description, InstructionsRepl. maint cart When replacing the Maintenance Cartridge , choose Y es and follow the i

Control PanelSetting Item Description, InstructionsSht Selection 2 If sheet size detection is activated, choose whether ISO B1 or 28"x40"(AN

Control PanelInformationSetting ItemDescription,InstructionsFirm Displays the printerrmware version.Boot Displays the version ofthe boot ROM.V ersion

Control PanelMain Menu Settings (During Printing)Main menu items during printing are described in the following tables.For instructions on menu operat

Control PanelSubmenu DisplayPress the Information button to display this information, one after another: the Maintenance Cartridgecapacity and remaini

Control PanelGL2 SettingsThe following settings information is displayed on two screens: HP-GL/2 Color Mode , Print Quality , InputResolution , Media

Control PanelStatus PrintY ou can print a Status Print report indicating the current status of the printer .With Status Print , information is printed

Control PanelHP-GL/2 SettingsColor ModePrint QualityInput ResolutionMedia SourceConserve PaperLine CapSmoothingLine WidthThickenFineLinesAdjustFaintLi

Control PanelSystem SetupW arningBuzzerDetect mismatchCurrent warning and error settings.Keep Media SizeSheet Selection 1Sheet Selection 2Current pape

Control PanelNetwork (RemoteUI)TCP/IPFrame T ypeUse DHCPUse BOOTPUse RARPEnable DNS DynamicUpdateUse Zeroconf FunctionIP Address*Subnet Mask*Gateway A

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Control PanelBindery PServerFile ServerName*Print ServerName*Print ServerPassword*Polling IntervalV alues set when NetW are > Print Service > Bi

Control PanelCOUNTERCUTTERMEDIAMEDIA1-7NAMETTLROLLCUTSHEETAFTER INST ALLA TIONUtilization status of the cutter , media, and other items (indicating ho

Optional accessoriesOptional accessoriesRoll Holder SetA set of parts comprising the Roll Holder , Holder Stopper , 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment , and

Optional accessoriesIEEE 1394 (FireW ire) Expansion BoardAn interface board to add an IEEE 1394 (also called "FireWire") port.• IEEE1394 Exp

Printer SpecicationsPrinter SpecicationsSpecicationsImportant• This information is subject to change as the printer is updated.• The following valu

Printer SpecicationsInterfaceExpansion Board Slots 1Format Internal portMode Full-speed (12 Mbps), high-speed (480 Mbps)USB 2.0( *1 )Connector Series

Printer SpecicationsPaper ( *1 )Paper width 203-917 mm (8-36.1 in)Rolls 18 m (19.9 yd)Maximum length perpageSheets 1.6 m (1.7 yd)Rolls 0.07-0.8 mm (8

Printer SpecicationsBasic Environmental PerformancePrinterSleep mode 100-120 V : 5 W max.(10 W max. when an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) expansionboard is in

Printer SpecicationsPrint AreaA margin required by the printer is added with respect to the size of paper loaded in the printer . Except inborderless

Printing procedureBasic Printing W orkowPrinting procedurePrinting Options Using Rolls and SheetsThe printer supports both rolls and sheets.This sect

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Printing procedureSheet printingSheets refers to individual sheets of paper in regular sizes.Insert the sheet between the Platen and the Paper Retaine

Printing procedureLoading and Printing on RollsThese are the basic steps for loading and printing on rolls.Follow the steps below to switch to a new r

Printing procedure4. Set a roll on the Roll Holder Slot . ( → P .109)5. Load the roll in the printer . ( → P .1 10)6. Select the paper type. ( → P .10

Printing procedure8. Complete settings in the printer driver for the type of paper and other details.• Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows

Printing procedure9. Send the print job.• Printing from Windows (→P .84)• Printing from Mac OS X (→P .85)• Printing from Mac OS 9 (→P .87)Start printi

Printing procedureLoading and Printing on SheetsThese are the basic steps for loading sheets and then printing.Follow the steps below to load and prin

Printing procedure3. Complete settings in the printer driver for the type and size of paper and other details.• Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver

Printing procedure5. Load the sheet. ( → P .135)Note• If you will load a sheet before sending a print job, after you load the sheet, the printer autom

Printing procedurePrinting from W indowsPrint from the application software menu.Important• The Windows printer driver can be used in the following ve

Printing procedurePrinting from Mac OS XPrint from the application menu after registering the printer .Important• W e recommend exiting unnecessary ap