Canon BJC-4400 Series User Manual

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Chapter 1 Introduction 1-5IntroductionCanon Customer Care CenterCanon Computer Systems,Inc. offers a full range of customer technicalsupport* options

Index I-3LLegal size paper: 3-4Limit mark: 3-11Line feed speed: A-2Loading paper: 3-7–13Lock lever: 4-12, 4-15MMaintainingBJ cartridges and BJ tanks:

I-4 IndexPrint Manager: 2-13Print media, printer settings: 3-6Print model: 2-6Print quality: 2-6, 2-9not satisfactory: 5-3Print speed: A-2improving: 2

Index I-5TT-Shirt Transfers TR-101: 1-4, 3-3, 3-6Test pages, printing: 4-4–6Toshiba laptop: 5-5–6Transparencies CF-102: 1-4,3-3, 3-6,3-17Transporting,

I-6 Index

FCC Regulations FCC-1FCC RegulationsThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits fora Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 1

FCC-2 FCC Regulations

1-6 Introduction Chapter 1Servicing the PrinterThe Canon BJC-4400 Series Color Bubble Jet Printers are designed withthe latest technology to provide t

Chapter 2 Using the Printer With Windows 2-1This chapter describes how to use the printer with your Windowsapplications. It includes:❍ Installing a pr

2-2 Using the Printer With Windows Chapter 2Printing a DocumentThis procedure describes the general steps required for printing fromvarious Windows ap

Chapter 2 Using the Printer With Windows 2-3Printer Setup Within Windows 98/95You can use the printer with all your Windows 98/95 applications.Opening

2-4 Using the Printer With Windows Chapter 2Printer Setup Within Windows 3.1You can use the printer with all your Windows 3.1 applications.Accessing t

Using the PrinterWith WindowsThe Windows TabsThe BJC-4400 Series Printer Driver for Windows has several tabs fromwhich you can select your printing op

2-6 Using the Printer With Windows Chapter 2❍ PaperThis tab allows you to specify page orientation, paper size, and typeof print media. (The printing

Chapter 2 Using the Printer With Windows 2-7❍ SettingThis tab allows you to turn on or off the Setup Analyzer andCartridge Detection. It also allows y

2-8 Using the Printer With Windows Chapter 2Specifying Your Printing Options on the Windows TabsBe sure to use your on-line help to find out about the

iiiUsing Your DocumentationThe following documentation is supplied with the Canon BJC-4400Series Color Bubble Jet™ Printer to help you efficiently use

Chapter 2 Using the Printer With Windows 2-9Driver settingsTo achieve Print Quality Color Model ResultsFastest B&W Draft Monochrome Uses less ink.

Using the Setup AnalyzerThe Setup Analyzer allows the printer driver to evaluate your choice ofprinting settings. On the Setting tab,you click on the

Chapter 2 Using the Printer With Windows 2-11Using Cartridge DetectionUse Cartridge Detection if you want the driver to alert you when theinstalled BJ

Printing Speed Versus ColorThe BJC-4400 Series Printer Driver for Windows can interpret andtranslate the full spectrum of colors,up to 16.7 million co

Chapter 2 Using the Printer With Windows 2-13For Monochrome PrintingUse the BC-20 Black BJ Cartridge to optimize the printer’s performancewhen you are

2-14 Using the Printer With Windows Chapter 2❍ Avoid automatic settingsAlthough the automatic settings are easy to use,the computer mustinterpret the

Paper HandlingChapter 3 Paper Handling 3-1This chapter describes how to use the printer for all your printingoperations. It includes:❍ Selecting paper

3-2 Paper Handling Chapter 3Selecting Paper TypesOne of the most important things you can do to assure the best possibleperformance of your Bubble Jet

Paper HandlingChapter 3 Paper Handling 3-3Brilliant White PaperCanon’s unique paper formulation gives you a bright white printingsurface that produces

3-4 Paper Handling Chapter 3Back Print FilmCanon Back Print Film BF-102 has been specially developed for CanonColor Bubble Jet printers. The film is d

ivDistinctive typefaces identify the printer buttons you press, the lights onthe operator panel, and any commands you enter at your computer.❍ The but

Paper HandlingChapter 3 Paper Handling 3-5Setting the Paper Thickness LeverTo ensure trouble-free paper handling, you’ll want to set the paperthicknes

Printer Settings for Various Print MediaPaperPaperthickness leveroutputPaper feedMedia BC-21e BC-20 guides Method Limit (Sheets)Plain paper Center

Paper HandlingChapter 3 Paper Handling 3-7Loading PaperYou can stack paper in the sheet feeder to load it automatically, or youcan manually feed one s

3-8 Paper Handling Chapter 3❍ For letter-size and A4-size paper, extend the paper outputtray.❍ For best results,fan the paper before loading it.❍ Alwa

Paper HandlingChapter 3 Paper Handling 3-9❍ Align the edge of the paper with the right edge of thesheet feeder.❍ Secure the stack with the paper guide

3-10 Paper Handling Chapter 3Auto Feed GuidelinesWhen automatically feeding stacks of paper,follow these guidelines:❍ Do not open the front cover whil

Paper HandlingChapter 3 Paper Handling 3-11❍ Do not try to load paper into the sheet feeder beyond the paperlimit mark ( ) or the tab on the right sid

3-12 Paper Handling Chapter 3Manually Feeding PaperYou use the manual feed function when printing on heavier-weight printmedia (17 lb to 30 lb or 64 g

Chapter 3 Paper Handling 3-13Paper Handling❍ Slide the paper into the manual feed slot in the back ofthe printer.❍ Align the sheet with the left edge

3-14 Paper Handling Chapter 3Printing on EnvelopesYou can stack up to 15 envelopes in the sheet feeder or you can manuallyfeed envelopes one at a time

v1 Introduction ... 1-1Supplies and Accessories ...

Paper HandlingChapter 3 Paper Handling 3-15❍ Arrange the stack of envelopes on a firm surface and pressdown firmly on the edges to make the folds cris

3-16 Paper Handling Chapter 3❍ Slide a stack of envelopes into the sheet feeder until itstops.❍ Align the edge of the paper guide with the left edge o

Paper HandlingChapter 3 Paper Handling 3-17Using Canon’s Specialty PapersThis section provides guidelines for printing on Canon’s Specialty Papersand

3-18 Paper Handling Chapter 3❍ Do not leave the film in the sheet feeder for long periods of time.Dust and dirt may accumulate on the film resulting i

Chapter 3 Paper Handling 3-19❍ You may want to fasten the roll with a small piece of tape.High Resolution Paper HR-101Using the Printer’s Output TrayT

3-20 Paper Handling Chapter 3Using the Cleaning SheetCanon’s High Resolution Paper HR-101 is designed for high qualityprinting. This paper is speciall

Chapter 3 Paper Handling 3-21❍ Remove the two pieces of tape from the sheet.❍ Insert the sheet with the sticky side out (toward you) anddown (going in

3-22 Paper Handling Chapter 3Fabric Sheet FS-101Fabric Sheet FS-101 for Canon printers comes with a booklet thatdescribes special handling procedures.

Chapter 3 Paper Handling 3-23❍ Insert the sheet with the cloth side out (toward you) andthe open end up (away from the sheet feeder).❍ Adjust the pape

3-24 Paper Handling Chapter 3❍ Let the printed fabric sheet set for about one hour toallow the ink to completely dry.❍ When dry, peel the film backing

vi4 Maintaining the Printer ... 4-1Printer Guidelines ...

Chapter 3 Paper Handling 3-25N❍ Printing on banner paper requires quite a bit of ink. If you think your BJ cartridge may run out of ink, use a new BJ

3-26 Paper Handling Chapter 3❍ Do not pull out the extension on the tray.❍ Do not pull up the paper support.❍ Align the first sheet of the paper with

Chapter 3 Paper Handling 3-27❍ Gently fold the paper at the crease between the first andsecond sheet.❍ Clear space in front of the paper output slot o

3-28 Paper Handling Chapter 3❍ Open the Windows application you are going to use toprint. From the File menu, select Print. Then select yourprint opti

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer 4-1Maintainingthe PrinterThis chapter covers the care required for your printer. It includes:❍ Printer guidelines❍ C

4-2 Maintaining the Printer Chapter 4Printer GuidelinesFollow these guidelines to avoid damage to your printer and harm toyou or others:❍ Set the prin

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer 4-3Cleaning the PrinterYour printer requires little routine maintenance. Perform the followingmaintenance,as necessa

4-4 Maintaining the Printer Chapter 4Printing the Test PagesYou can print these test pages to check the operation of your printer andyour print qualit

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer 4-5Nozzle TestUse this test print to check that each print head nozzle is operatingproperly.When the BC-21e Color BJ

4-6 Maintaining the Printer Chapter 4Printing the Test Pages Using the Operator PanelTo print a test page, make sure the printer is turned off and pap

Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1IntroductionCongratulations on your purchase of the Canon BJC-4400 Series Color Bubble Jet™ Printer.We appreciate your choos

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer 4-7Cleaning the Print Head Using the Operator PanelIf you want to clean the print head from the operator panel,follo

4-8 Maintaining the Printer Chapter 4BJ Cartridge GuidelinesYou can use these cartridges with the printer:❍BC-21e Color BJ CartridgeContains the print

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer 4-9You may need to replace the BJ cartridge or a BJ tank when your printedoutput is not crisp and clear and there ar

4-10 Maintaining the Printer Chapter 4BJ Cartridge and BJ Tank MaintenanceThe most important thing you can do to extend the life of your printerand to

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer 4-11Replacing the BJ CartridgeThe following procedure describes how to replace the BC-21e Color BJ Cartridge with th

4-12 Maintaining the Printer Chapter 4❍ The printer beeps and moves the cartridge holder to thecenter of the printer.❍ The POWERlight blinks while the

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer 4-13❍ If you are replacing an old BJ cartridge, dispose of the oldcartridge properly.❍ If you are switching cartridg

4-14 Maintaining the Printer Chapter 4❍ Peel off the protective foil.❍ Lift off the cap from the print head and then remove the tape.❍ Be careful not

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer 4-15❍ Make sure the marks on the lever and the cartridge holderalign.❍ The BJ cartridge is now positioned and locked

4-16 Maintaining the Printer Chapter 4❍ If you installed the BC-20 Black BJ Cartridge, set thepaper thickness lever to the left.❍ If you installed the

1-2 Introduction Chapter 1Supplies and AccessoriesYour BJC-4400 Series printer supports excellent and unique print mediaoptions that will allow you to

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer 4-17❍ The printer beeps and moves the cartridge holder to thehome position on the right side of the printer.❍ The pr

4-18 Maintaining the Printer Chapter 4Replacing a BJ Tank in the BC-21e Color BJ CartridgeIf you perform a print operation correctly but the output is

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer 4-19❍ The color BJ tank is on the left; the black BJ tank is on theright.❍ Grasp the tab on the top of the tank and

4-20 Maintaining the Printer Chapter 4Press firmlyon the tab onthe top of theBJ tank untilit snapsinto place.Slide the newBJ tank intothe empty slot o

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer 4-21❍ If you are replacing both tanks,repeat steps 3 through 6for the other BJ tank.❍ The printer beeps and moves th

4-22 Maintaining the Printer Chapter 4Storing a BJ Cartridge Whenever you unwrap a BJ cartridge, you must either install it in theprinter or store it

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer 4-23❍ Be sure the lid snaps closed.NWhenever you remove a BJ cartridge from the printer, store the cartridgein the s

4-24 Maintaining the Printer Chapter 4Installing and Removing the Optional ColorImage Scanner CartridgeYou can easily convert your printer into a colo

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer 4-25❍ Handle the scanner cartridge carefully.❍ Do not touch the scanning head area.❍ Hold the scanner cartridge by t

4-26 Maintaining the Printer Chapter 4❍ Slowly press the lock lever down completely until the mark on the lever is aligned with the mark on thecartrid

Chapter 1 Introduction 1-3IntroductionNCanon has more engineers dedicated to creating quality ink for providingthe best results for output on Bubble J

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer 4-27❍ The cartridge holder moves to the home position on the right.Removing the Color Image Scanner CartridgeCAlways

4-28 Maintaining the Printer Chapter 4CNever store the IS-22 Color Image Scanner Cartridge in an InkCartridge Storage Box that has been used for a BJ

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Printer 4-29❍ Tape the BJ cartridge to the side of the printer.❍ Return the paper support and paper output tray to theirorig

4-30 Maintaining the Printer Chapter 4❍ Do not remove the BJ cartridge from the printeror ship a BJ cartridge or an ink tank from which youhave remove

TroubleshootingChapter 5 Troubleshooting 5-1Due to today’s rapidly changing computer environment,we have placedtroubleshooting information in a variet

5-2 Troubleshooting Chapter 5Identifying Your Printer ProblemBefore contacting Canon, identify your printer problem and make sureyou have the followin

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 5-3General Problems❍ If the printer does not print• Check all your cable connections• Check your printer driver setup• Check

5-4 Troubleshooting Chapter 5Clearing Paper JamsWhen a paper jam occurs,the POWER light turns orange and the printergoes off-line.❍ Turn off the print

SpecificationsAppendix A Specifications A-1Printing SpecificationsPrinting MethodBubble Jet ink on-demandPaper HandlingAutomatic feedManual feedSheet

A-2 Specifications Appendix APaper Type RecommendedGlossy photo paper Canon Glossy Photo Paper GP-201Banner paper Canon Banner PaperBrilliant white pa

1-4 Introduction Chapter 1Canon Specialty PapersCanon manufactures numerous specialty papers, including:❍ Glossy Photo Paper GP-201❍ Banner Paper ❍ Br

Appendix A Specifications A-3Printable Area—PapersThe shaded portion in the following figure shows the printing area forpaper. The table lists the mi

A-4 Specifications Appendix ABJ CartridgesBC-21e Color BJ CartridgePrint head 64 nozzles for black24 nozzles for each color (cyan, magenta,yellow)Prin

Appendix A Specifications A-5SpecificationsGeneralInterfaceIEEE 1284 compatible parallel interfaceAcoustic Noise Level Approx. 45 dB(A) per ISO 9296O

A-6 Specifications Appendix A

Glossary G-1Automatic feedRefers to one way in which paper can be fed into the printer when thesheet feeder is used.BJ cartridgeThe printing mechanism

G-2 GlossarydB(A)Stands for decibel level (a decibel being a unit of measurement for theintensity of the sound coming from the printer), adjusted forb

Glossary G-3lpiLines per inch.The measurement used in describing the number of linesthat will print within one vertical inch. Most printing is done in

G-4 GlossaryPrintable areaThe area of a sheet of paper on which a printer can reproduce text orgraphics (the printing area is smaller than the paper).

Index I-1IndexAAC adapter: 4-2Accessories: 1-2–3Acoustic noise level: A-5Authorized Service Facility (ASF): 1-6Auto feed guidelines: 3-10–11Auto power

I-2 IndexColor model: 2-6,2-9Colors, missing: 5-3COM10 envelopes: 3-14,A-3Control tab: 2-7Custom print settings: 2-7Customer Care Center: 1-5DDemonstr