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Page 1 - User Manual

User ManualENGLarge Format Printer

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v��� ContentsContentsMaintenance 469Ink Tanks ...

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Printing procedure3. Load a roll on the Roll Holder . ( → P .1 12)Note• When switching rolls, rst remove the current roll from the Roll Holder . ( →

Page 4 - Handling Paper 101

Printing procedure5. Load the roll in the printer . ( → P .1 15)6. Select the paper type. ( → P .1 10)7. Specify the paper length. ( → P .1 1 1)Basic

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

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Printing procedure9. Send the print job.• Printing from Windows (→P .92)• Printing from Mac OS X (→P .93)Start printing.Note• Steps 6 and 7 are not re

Page 7 - Windows Software 346

Printing procedureLoading and Printing on Sheets in the Paper Feed SlotThese are the basic steps for loading sheets in the paper feed slot and then pr

Page 8 - Mac OS X Software 392

Printing procedure3. Send the print job.• Printing from Windows (→P .92)• Printing from Mac OS X (→P .93)4. Load sheets manually . ( → P .144)(T op Pa

Page 9 - Network Setting 415

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

Page 10 - Troubleshooting 505

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

Page 11 - Contents

Printing procedurePrinting from the application software1. In the application software, select Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for

Page 12 - Error Message 535

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

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ContentsContents �xThe pr�nter stops dur�ng a pr�nt job ...516An error message �s shown o

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Canceling print jobs• If you press the Stop button when printing is pausedHolding down the Stop button for a second or more when printing is paused ca

Page 15 - Introduction

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

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Canceling print jobs2. On the Printer Status sheet, click Cancel Job .98 Basic Printing W orkow

Page 17 - Searching T opics

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

Page 18 - How to use this manual

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.

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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

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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

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

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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

Page 24 - Printing selected topics

x ContentsContentsError Message 535Respond�ng to Messages ...535Respond�ng

Page 25 - • Macintosh

PaperPaper SizesRollsRolls that meet the following conditions are supported.• Outer diameter: up to 150 mm (6 in)• Inner diameter of paper core: 2 or

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PaperSheetsSheets of the following sizes are supported.Paper SizeDimensionsFeeding fromCassetteISO A1 594.0 × 841.0 mm (23.39 × 33.1 1 in) NoISO A2 42

Page 27 - Printer Parts

PaperPaper SizeDimensionsFeeding fromCassettePoster 20"x30" 508.0 × 762.0 mm (20.00 × 30.00 in) No13"x22" 329.0 × 558.0 mm (12.95

Page 28 - Printer parts

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

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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.

Page 30 - T op Cover (Inside)

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

Page 31 - T ray Feed Area

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 attac

Page 32 - Carriage

Handling rolls2. With the Roll Holder sideways and the edge of the roll paper facing forward as shown, insertthe roll in the Roll Holder from the left

Page 33 - Ink T ank Cover (Inside)

Handling rollsLoading Rolls in the Roll Feed UnitOnce a roll is in the Roll Holder , follow these steps to load the roll in the Roll Feed Unit .1. Ope

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

Page 35 - Control Panel

ContentsContents x�Messages regard�ng the ma�ntenance cartr�dge ...551No ma�ntenance cartr�dge. ...

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Handling rolls3. Close the Roll Feed Unit Cover .Note• How the printer operates after the paper is fed varies depending on the setting for automaticde

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

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Handling rollsRemoving Rolls from the Roll Feed UnitRemove any rolls in the Roll Feed Unit as follows.1. Open the Roll Feed Unit Cover .2. Using both

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Handling rollsRemoving Rolls From the Roll Holder1. Remove the Holder Stopper from the Roll Holder .2. Remove the roll from the Roll Holder .Important

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Handling rollsClearing Jammed Roll PaperIf paper from a roll becomes jammed, Paper jam. is shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel .Remove th

Page 41 - T urning the printer on

Handling rolls2. Clear any jammed paper from inside the T op Cover .After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the pri

Page 42 - T urning the printer off

Handling rolls• If the paper is jammed by the Ejection GuideRemove the jammed paper from the Output T ray .After removing the paper , make sure there

Page 43 - Printer Modes

Handling rollsClearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot)Follow these steps to remove any scraps left in the Paper Feed Slot after you clear jammed sheets

Page 44 - Mode transition

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

Page 45

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

Page 46

x�� ContentsContents

Page 47 - • Display Screen

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

Page 48 - Switching Modes

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

Page 49 - Switching to Menu Mode

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

Page 50 - Printer Menu Operations

Handling rollsEject (waiting for ink to dry after printing)Important• When cutting wide printed documents after ejection, support the documents. If th

Page 51 - Main Menu Operations

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

Page 52 - Accessing Menus

Handling rolls8. Use scissors to cut the roll paper along the cut line.9. Press the Online button.The roll is rewound, and rewinding stops automatical

Page 53 - Specifying menu items

Handling rollsPaper Cutting (to have the roll cut at your specied position)1. If the printer stops operating after printing, press the Online button.

Page 54 - Executing menu commands

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

Page 55 - Menu Structure

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

Page 56

Handling rollsRoll Holder SetA set of parts including a Roll Holder , Holder Stopper (for 2- and 3-inch paper cores), 3-Inch Paper CoreAttachment , an

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

Page 58

Handling rollsAttaching Accessories to the Roll HolderMounting the 3-Inch Paper Core AttachmentT o load a roll with a 3-inch paper core, insert the 3-

Page 59

Handling rollsAttaching the Spacer for Borderless PrintingIf you use an A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spacer for Borderle

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Handling rollsFeeding Paper from the Roll Feed UnitThe Paper Feed Slot used to feed roll paper is the same as the Paper Feed Slot used for the T op Pa

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Handling rollsRemoving the Roll Feed UnitImportant• Always make sure the printer is of f before removing the Roll Feed Unit .1. Remove any rolls in th

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Handling rollsInstalling the Roll Feed UnitImportant• Always make sure the printer is of f before attaching the Roll Feed Unit .1. Holding the Roll Fe

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

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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

Page 65

Handling sheetsSelecting the Paper Size (Sheet)T o change the paper size after paper has been advanced, select the paper size as follows.Note• After y

Page 66

Handling sheetsLoading Sheets ManuallyWhen using the tray , load the paper in the T op Paper Feed Slot . (→P .144) However , if you have speciedPOP B

Page 67 - Submenus

Handling sheets4. Load the paper in the T op Paper Feed Slot with the printing side face-up.Insert the paper until its edge touches the far end of the

Page 68 - Main menu during printing

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

Page 69 - Main Menu Settings

Handling sheetsLoading heavyweight paper in the Front Paper Feed SlotImportant• Before loading heavyweight paper , change the media type setting to PO

Page 70 - Media Menu

Handling sheets3. Open Upper Cover is displayed. At this point, open the T op Cover .4. With the sheet printing-side up, place the leading edge on the

Page 71 - Paper Details

Handling sheets5. As you look inside the T op Cover , insert the leading edge of the paper between the Platen andPaper Retainer (a), keeping it parall

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Handling sheets6. Close top cover . is displayed. At this point, close the T op Cover and press the OK button.The paper is held between the Platen and

Page 73 - GL2 Settings

Handling sheetsRemoving Sheets from the T op Paper Feed Slot1. Press the Load/Eject button.A conrmation message is displayed regarding removal of the

Page 74 - Adjust Printer

Handling sheetsRemoving Heavyweight Paper from the Front Paper FeedSlotIf you are printing heavyweight paper from the Front Paper Feed Slot , the prin

Page 75 - Interface Setup

Handling sheetsClearing Jammed Paper from the T rayIf a sheet loaded manually becomes jammed, Paper jam. is shown on the Display Screen of the Control

Page 76 - System Setup

Handling sheetsImportant• Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b).• If paper is jammed by the Paper Feed Slot of the T op Paper Feed S

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Handling sheets• If paper is jammed in the back of the printerRemove the jammed paper from the back.After removing the paper , make sure there are no

Page 78 - Information

Output StackerOutput StackerOutput Stacker PrecautionsWhen you print on rolls, you can use the Output Stacker to hold ejected printouts.When you use t

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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

Page 80 - Submenu Display

Output StackerUsing the Output StackerThis topic describes how to use the Output Stacker .When storing documents on the Output Stacker , use the stack

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

Page 82 - Status Print

Printing Photos and ImagesW orking W ith V arious Print JobsPrinting Photos and ImagesPrinting Photos and Images (W indows)Printing is easy when you s

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Printing Photos and ImagesNote• Y ou can check the settings values for each print target by clicking V iew Settings .• Y ou can also ne-tune these va

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Printing Photos and ImagesPrinting Photos and ImagesPrinting is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print.Easy SettingsSimply choose t

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Printing Photos and ImagesNote• Y ou can check the settings values for each print target by clicking V iew Settings .• Y ou can also ne-tune these va

Page 86

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

Page 87

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

Page 88 - Optional accessories

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

Page 89 - IEEE 1394 Expansion Board

Printing Photos and Images8. After conrming that D Easy Settings is selected, click Photo in the E Print T arget list.Note• For information on settin

Page 90 - Printer Specications

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

Page 91 - Interface

Printing Photos and Images12. Make sure C Page Size on the Page Setup pane shows the original size as specied in CPaper Size in the Page Attributes d

Page 92 - Paper ( *1 )

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

Page 93

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

Page 94 - Packaging materials

Printing CAD DrawingsPrinting Line Drawings and T extPrinting is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print.Easy SettingsSimply choose

Page 95 - Print Area

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

Page 96

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

Page 97 - Basic Printing W orkow

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

Page 98 - Sheet printing

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

Page 99 - Loading and Printing on Rolls

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

Page 100 - Printing procedure

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

Page 101

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

Page 102

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

Page 103 - 9. Send the print job

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

Page 104

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

Page 105 - 3. Send the print job

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

Page 106 - Printing from W indows

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

Page 107 - Printing from Mac OS X

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

Page 108 - 94 Basic Printing W orkow

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

Page 109 - Canceling print jobs

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

Page 110

Using the Printer With a Color imageRUNNERCompleting the scanning settings on the Color imageRUNNER.Congure the Color imageRUNNER to send scanned ori

Page 111

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

Page 113 - Basic Printing W orkow 99

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

Page 114

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

Page 115 - Handling Paper

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

Page 116 - • Windows

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

Page 117 - • Mac OS X

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

Page 118 - Updating paper information

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

Page 119 - 2. Select Stay Informed

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

Page 120 - Paper Sizes

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

Page 121

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

Page 122

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

Page 123 - Handling rolls

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

Page 124

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

Page 125

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

Page 126

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

Page 127 - Handling Paper 1 13

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

Page 128

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

Page 129 - Loading Rolls in the Printer

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

Page 130

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

Page 131 - 2. Press the OK button

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

Page 132

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

Page 133

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

Page 134 - Clearing Jammed Roll Paper

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

Page 135 - 3. Close the T op Cover

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

Page 136 - 4. Press OK

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

Page 137 - Handling Paper 123

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

Page 138 - Feeding Roll Paper Manually

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

Page 139

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

Page 140 - W indows

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

Page 141 - Mac OS X

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

Page 142

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

Page 143 - Handling Paper 129

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

Page 144 - 130 Handling Paper

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

Page 145 - 9. Press the Online button

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

Page 146 - 132 Handling Paper

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

Page 147

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

Page 148

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

Page 149 - Roll Holder Set

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

Page 150

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

Page 151

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

Page 152

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

Page 153 - Removing the Roll Feed Unit

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

Page 154 - Installing the Roll Feed Unit

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

Page 155 - Handling sheets

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

Page 156

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

Page 157

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

Page 158 - Loading Sheets Manually

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

Page 159 - Handling Paper 145

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

Page 160

Printing enlargements or reductions3. Click B Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy to start the Color imageRUNNEREnlargement Copy utility .4. Use the Co

Page 161 - Handling Paper 147

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

Page 162 - 148 Handling Paper

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

Page 163 - Handling Paper 149

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

Page 164

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

Page 165 - 3. Press the OK button

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

Page 166 - 2. Remove the jammed paper

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

Page 167 - Important

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

Page 168 - 3. Press OK button

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

Page 169 - Output Stacker

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

Page 170 - Using the Output Stacker

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

Page 171

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

Page 172 - Printing Photos and Images

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

Page 173

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

Page 174

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

Page 175

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

Page 176

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

Page 177 - L Paper Source list

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

Page 178 - F OK to close the dialog box

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

Page 179 - A Paper Source list

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

Page 180 - M Print to start printing

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

Page 181 - Printing CAD Drawings

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

Page 182 - Print T arget

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

Page 183

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

Page 184 - E Print T arget list

Borderless Printing7. Access the Main pane.8. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click HeavyweightCoate

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Borderless Printing12. 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• If the

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

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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

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

Page 189 - HP-GL/2 Printing

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

Page 190 - Printing Ofce Documents

Printer partsPrinter PartsPrinter partsFrontStandardWhen the Ejection Guide is removeda. T op CoverOpen this cover to install the Printhead and remove

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

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

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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

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

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

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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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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

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

Page 199 - Enhanced Printing Options

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

Page 200 - Matching

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

Page 201 - G Color Mode list

Printer partsj. Ink T ank CoverOpen this cover to replace Ink T ank . ( → P .19)k. StandA stand on which the printer is installed. Equipped with caste

Page 202 - Adjusting Images

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

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

Page 204 - C Paper Size list

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

Page 205 - H Color Mode list

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

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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,

Page 207 - Print Priority

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

Page 208 - Color settings

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

Page 209 - Enhancing printing quality

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

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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

Page 211 - K Sharpen T ext check box

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

Page 212 - (Mac OS X)

Printer partsBacka. Expansion Board SlotsFor installing an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) expansion board, as desired.b. USB PortConnect a USB cable to this por

Page 213 - F Print Quality list

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

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Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes4. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed.5. In the A Media T ype list, select the type of paper that is

Page 215 - Choosing Paper for Printing

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes10. Click Add to register “430 mm Square.”1 1. Click OK to close the Paper Size Options dialog box.12.

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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

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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

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

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

Page 220 - Paper W idth

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

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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

Page 222 - B Roll Paper W idth

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

Page 223 - Fit Paper Size

ContentsContents ��ContentsIntroduction 1How to use th�s manual ...

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Printer partsT op Cover (Inside)a. CarriageMoves the Printhead . The carriage serves a key role in printing. ( → P .18)b. Carriage ShaftThe Carriage s

Page 225 - G Paper Size list

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

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

Page 227

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

Page 228 - I Paper Size list

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

Page 229 - Fit Roll Paper W idth

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

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

Page 231 - E Fit Roll Paper W idth

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

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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

Page 233

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.

Page 234 - F Fit Roll Paper W idth

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

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Printer partsT ray Feed Areaa. T ray ExtensionWhen loading sheets on the tray , open the Paper T ray Cover before opening the tray .b. Width GuideWhen

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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

Page 237 - G Print Centered

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

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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

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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

Page 240 - G Scaling and enter “120.”

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

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Centering originalsCentering originalsPrinting Originals Centered on RollsWhen using originals smaller than the roll paper width, you can center them

Page 242

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

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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

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

Page 245 - Printing at full size

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

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Printer partsRoll Feed Unit Cover (Inside)a. Roll HolderLoad rolls on this holder .b. Holder StopperSecure rolls on the Roll Holder with this part.c.

Page 247 - A Page Size list

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

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Centering originalsPrinting Originals Centered on SheetsWhen you print originals that are smaller than the sheet size, the originals are arranged in t

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

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Centering originals8. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box.9. Click Match Page Size in the G Paper Size list.10. Click F Scaling and enter

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

Page 252 - Borderless Printing Method

Centering originals8. Access the Page Setup pane.9. Click Manual in the A Paper Source list.10. Make sure C Page Size shows the original size as speci

Page 253 - Print Image with Actual Size

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

Page 254

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

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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

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

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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

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

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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

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

Page 261 - Paper Size (W indows)

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

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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

Page 263 - Paper Size (Mac OS X)

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

Page 264 - 7. Access the Main pane

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

Page 265 - Enhanced Printing Options 251

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

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

Page 267 - Scale to t Roll Paper W idth

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

Page 268 - W idth (W indows)

Printer partsV entsThe vents are on top (1), on the right (2), and on the bottom on the right (3 and 4).Caution• Do not block these vents when the pri

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

Page 270 - W idth (Mac OS X)

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

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

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

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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

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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

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

Page 276

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

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Other useful settings7. 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

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

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Printer partsControl Panela. Data lamp (Green)• FlashingDuring printing, the Data lamp ashes when the printer is receiving or processing print jobs.O

Page 280 - Printing)

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

Page 281 - Printing; W indows)

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

Page 282 - Printing the banner

Other useful settingsUsing FavoritesY ou can register print settings as Favorites to reuse settings from a particular job that met your expectations,o

Page 283

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

Page 284 - 270 Enhanced Printing Options

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

Page 285 - Printing; Mac OS X)

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

Page 286 - Print the banner

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

Page 287

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

Page 288

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

Page 289 - Printing by using Custom Size

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 Pape

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Printer partsf. Online ButtonSwitches the printer online and of ine. ( → P .34)• On (Green)The printer is online.• FlashingThe printer is recovering

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

Page 292

Printer Driver• Favorites Sheet (Windows) (→P .379)Groups of print settings you select on each sheet can be saved as a favorite. Favorites you have ad

Page 293

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

Page 294

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

Page 295 - Free Layout (W indows)

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

Page 296

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

Page 297 - B Page Layout list

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

Page 298

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•

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

Page 300 - 286 Enhanced Printing Options

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

Page 301 - Roll paper (banner)

Printer partsq. Stop ButtonHold down for at least a second to cancel print jobs in progress or end the ink drying period.During display of instruction

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

Page 303 - 9. Click OK

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

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

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

Page 306 - Page Layout

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

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

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

Page 309 - A Pages per Sheet list

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

Page 310 - 8. Access the Main pane

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

Page 311

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

Page 312 - Printing Posters in Sections

Control PanelControl PanelControl Panela. Data lamp (Green)• FlashingDuring printing, the Data lamp ashes when the printer is receiving or processing

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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

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Printer DriverSetting Item DescriptionK Object Adjustment Select this option to display the Object Adjustment dialog box, in whichyou can specify obje

Page 315 - Centering originals

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

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

Page 317 - G Print Centered check box

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

Page 318

Printer DriverNote• For details on settings items, see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P .185)Object Adjustment dialog boxIn the Object

Page 319

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

Page 320 - J Print Centered check box

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

Page 321 - Print Centered

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

Page 322

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

Page 323 - F Scaling and enter “50.”

Control Panelf. Online ButtonSwitches the printer online and of ine. ( → P .34)• On (Green)The printer is online.• FlashingThe printer is recovering

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

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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

Page 326 - Conserving roll paper

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

Page 327

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

Page 328

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

Page 329

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

Page 330

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

Page 331

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

Page 332

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

Page 333

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

Page 334

�� ContentsContentsBasic Printing Workow 83Pr�nt�ng procedure ...

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Control Panelq. Stop ButtonHold down for at least a second to cancel print jobs in progress or end the ink drying period.During display of instruction

Page 336

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

Page 337

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

Page 338 - 324 Enhanced Printing Options

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

Page 339 - Preview (Macintosh)

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

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

Page 341 - Enhanced Printing Options 327

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

Page 342 - 328 Enhanced Printing Options

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

Page 343 - Other useful settings

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

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

Page 345 - E W atermarks list

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

Page 346 - Orientation

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

Page 347 - Orientation (W indows)

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

Page 348

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

Page 349 - Orientation (Mac OS X)

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

Page 350

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

Page 351

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

Page 352 - Using Favorites

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

Page 353 - Using Favorites (W indows)

Printer DriverSetting Item DescriptionN Economy Printing When this mode is selected, less ink is consumed than in regularprinting, but the quality is

Page 354 - Printing using the favorite

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

Page 355 - Using Favorites (Mac OS X)

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

Page 356 - Automatic Cutting

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

Page 357

Control PanelImportant• Starting the printer when it is connected via the USB cable to a Macintosh computer that is of f maycause the computer to star

Page 358

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

Page 359

Printer DriverNote• For details on settings items, see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P .185)Matching paneOn the Matching pane, you ca

Page 360 - W indows Software

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

Page 361 - Printer Driver

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

Page 362 - 348 Windows Software

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

Page 363

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

Page 364 - Q Middle, bordered area

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

Page 365 - Checking a print preview

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

Page 366

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

Page 367

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

Page 368

Control PanelPrinter ModesPrinter modes are classied as follows and described in this topic.• Modes (→P .29)• Mode transition (→P .30)• Online, and s

Page 369

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

Page 370 - Applications (W indows)

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

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

Page 372 - 358 Windows Software

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

Page 373 - Windows Software 359

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

Page 374 - Main Sheet (W indows)

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

Page 375

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

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

Page 377 - A Paper Source

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

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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

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

Page 380

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

Page 381 - Object Adjustment dialog box

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

Page 382 - Matching Sheet (W indows)

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

Page 383 - C Printer Prole Settings

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

Page 384

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

Page 385

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

Page 386 - Page Setup Sheet (W indows)

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,

Page 387

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

Page 388

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

Page 389 - Layout Sheet (W indows)

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

Page 390 - S Defaults

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

Page 391 - C Print User Name

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

Page 392

Network Setting (Windows)Specifying the frame type using the printer Control Panel1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU .2. Press ▲ or ▼ to se

Page 393 - Favorites Sheet (W indows)

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

Page 394 - A Favorites list

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

Page 395 - Utility Sheet (W indows)

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

Page 396 - Support Sheet (W indows)

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

Page 397

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

Page 398

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

Page 399 - Status Monitor

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

Page 400 - Digital Photo Front-Access

Network Setting (Mac OS X)Network Setting (Mac OS X)Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (Macintosh)Specify the printer driver destination as fol

Page 401 - PosterArtist

Control PanelOfine, and state of the Control PanelOf ineNot printing Printing is pausedDisplay Screen• Display ScreenThe printer status is displayed

Page 402

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

Page 403 - Windows Software 389

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

Page 404 - Device Setup Utility

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

Page 405

Network Setting (Mac OS X)7. Select the printer from the list in the Printer Browser window and click Add .Network Setting 449

Page 406 - Mac OS X Software

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

Page 407

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

Page 408

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

Page 409 - I Size tab is

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

Page 410

Adjusting the PrintheadNote• Use Standard Adj. if you have switched to another type of paper or if you want the boundariesbetween colors to appear as

Page 411 - Mac OS X Software 397

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

Page 412

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

Page 413 - Applications (Mac OS X)

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

Page 414 - Main Pane (Mac OS X)

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

Page 415

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

Page 416

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

Page 417

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

Page 418

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

Page 419

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

Page 420 - Color Adjustment pane: color

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

Page 421 - Matching pane

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

Page 422

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

Page 423 - Page Setup Pane (Mac OS X)

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

Page 424 - K No Spaces at T op or

Adjusting the feed amountAdjusting Color on the T railing Edge of SheetsIf printed sheets are af fected by banding in dif ferent colors toward the end

Page 425 - Utility Pane (Mac OS X)

Adjusting the feed amount7. Examine test pattern C2 for adjustment. After you determine the pattern in which streaks areleast noticeable, press the ▲

Page 426 - A Data Send Method

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

Page 427 - Support Pane (Mac OS X)

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

Page 428 - Printmonitor

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

Page 429 - Network Setting

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

Page 430 - Network environment

Ink T anks4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Y es , and then press the OK button.A message on the Display Screen advises you to open the Ink T ank Cover . Next

Page 431

Ink T anks7. Hold the empty Ink T ank by the grip to remove it, and press the OK button.Note• If there is still some ink left in the Ink T ank you rem

Page 432

Ink T anks9. Open the pouch and remove the Ink T ank .Note• Never touch the ink holes or metal contacts. This may cause stains, damage the Ink T ank ,

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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

Page 434 - Commands

Control PanelPrinter Status When the Online Button is PressedMenu mode Switches online and the Online lamp is lit.Menu mode, printing Switches online

Page 435 - Using RemoteUI

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

Page 436

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

Page 437

PrintheadsPrintheadsPrinthead• Printhead PF-03Note• For instructions on replacing the Printhead , see “Replacing the Printhead”. (→P .481)Checking the

Page 438

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

Page 439

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

Page 440

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

Page 441

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

Page 442 - 428 Network Setting

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

Page 443

Printheads10. Pull up the Printhead Fixer Cover to open it completely .1 1. Remove the used Printhead .Caution• When replacing the Printhead immediate

Page 444

PrintheadsImportant• When handling the Printhead , always hold it by the grips (a). Never touch the nozzles (b) or themetal contacts (c). This may dam

Page 445 - Network Setting (W indows)

ContentsContents ���Clear�ng Jammed Paper from the Tray ...152Output

Page 446 - Network Setting (Windows)

Control PanelPrinter Menu OperationsFor instructions on selecting menu items, see “Main Menu Operations”. (→P .37)For details on menu levels and menu

Page 447 - 5. Click OK

Printheads15. Pull the Printhead Fixer Cover down toward the front to lock the Printhead in place.16. Push the Printhead Fixer Lever toward the back o

Page 448

Maintenance CartridgeMaintenance CartridgeMaintenance Cartridge• Maintenance Cartridge MC-16Note• For instructions on replacing the Maintenance Cartri

Page 449

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

Page 450

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

Page 451 - Network Setting 437

Maintenance Cartridge9. Keeping the used Maintenance Cartridge level, put it in the plastic bag that was in the box,as shown.10. Expel air in the plas

Page 452

Maintenance Cartridge12. Holding the handles on both sides of the new Maintenance Cartridge (a), insert it completely ,keeping it level.13. Hold the E

Page 453 - 3. Set a password

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

Page 454

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

Page 455 - Specifying NetW are Protocols

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

Page 456

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

Page 457

Control PanelMain Menu OperationsPress the Menu button to display the main menu. For details, see “Main Menu Settings”. (→P .55)• Main menu when no pr

Page 458

Cleaning the Printer6. If paper dust has accumulated in the V acuum holes (a) on the Platen or in the Borderless PrintingInk Grooves (b), use the Clea

Page 459 - Network Setting (Mac OS X)

Cleaning the PrinterImportant• Do not use a dry cloth to wipe inside the T op Cover . This may create a static charge, which mayattract dust and af fe

Page 460

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

Page 461 - (Macintosh)

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

Page 462 - 448 Network Setting

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

Page 463

Other Maintenance6. Open the Ink T ank Cover .7. Open the Ink T ank Lock Lever and remove every Ink T ank .Put the Ink T ank in a plastic bag and seal

Page 464

Other Maintenance8. Close every Ink T ank Lock Lever , and close the Ink T ank Cover .At this point, ink is drawn out from inside the tubes.Important•

Page 465 - Network Setting 451

Other Maintenance12. Grasp the Belt , insert it between the Belt Stopper , and af x the Belt Stopper to the Carriage Shaft .Important• Never touch th

Page 466

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

Page 467 - Adjusting the Printhead

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

Page 468

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

Page 469

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

Page 470 - 10. Press the ◄ button

Problems Regarding PaperProblems Regarding PaperClearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot)Follow these steps to remove any scraps left in the Paper Feed

Page 471

Problems Regarding PaperClearing Jammed Roll PaperIf paper from a roll becomes jammed, Paper jam. is shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel

Page 472 - Adjusting the feed amount

Problems Regarding Paper2. Clear any jammed paper from inside the T op Cover .After removing the paper , make sure there are no other scraps of paper

Page 473

Problems Regarding Paper• If the paper is jammed by the Ejection GuideRemove the jammed paper from the Output T ray .After removing the paper , make s

Page 474

Problems Regarding PaperClearing Jammed Paper from the T rayIf a sheet loaded manually becomes jammed, Paper jam. is shown on the Display Screen of th

Page 475

Problems Regarding PaperImportant• Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b).• If paper is jammed by the Paper Feed Slot of the T op Pap

Page 476

Problems Regarding Paper• If paper is jammed in the back of the printerRemove the jammed paper from the back.After removing the paper , make sure ther

Page 477

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

Page 478

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

Page 479

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

Page 480

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

Page 481

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

Page 482

Problems with the printing qualityPaper rubs against the PrintheadCause Corrective ActionMake sure the same type of paper is specied on theprinter as

Page 483 - Maintenance

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

Page 484 - Replacing Ink T anks

Problems with the printing qualityThe surface of the paper is dirtyCause Corrective ActionThe Paper Retainer is soiled. Clean the Paper Retainer .( →

Page 485 - Replacing an Ink T ank

Problems with the printing qualityPrinted colors are inaccurateCause Corrective ActionColor adjustment has not been activated in theAdvanced Settings

Page 486 - 472 Maintenance

Problems with the printing qualityBanding in different colors occursCause Corrective ActionThe roll is not loaded correctly in the Roll Feed Unit . Re

Page 487 - Maintenance 473

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

Page 488

Problems with the printing qualityImage Edges are Blurred or White Banding OccursCause Corrective ActionThe Platen suction is too strong. Set V acuumS

Page 489 - Maintenance 475

Problems with the printing qualityLine thickness is not uniform (W indows)Cause Corrective ActionIn the Special Settings dialog box of the Windowsprin

Page 490 - Checking Ink T ank Levels

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

Page 491 - When to Replace Ink T anks

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

Page 492 - Printheads

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

Page 493 - Checking for Nozzle Clogging

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

Page 494 - Cleaning the Printhead

Installation problemsRemoving Installed Printer DriversFollow these steps to remove installed printer drivers and utilities.Removing printer drivers (

Page 495 - Replacing the Printhead

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

Page 496

HP-GL/2 problemsHP-GL/2 printing takes a long time.Cause Corrective ActionLarge print jobs with a lot of data take longer to print. On the printer Con

Page 497 - Maintenance 483

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

Page 498 - 484 Maintenance

Other problemsInk Level DetectionInk level detection will be deactivated if you load ink tanks once emptied.Ink level detectionInk tanks specied for

Page 499

Other problems5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Y es , and then press the OK button.6. Check the message and press the ► button.7. Check the message and press

Page 500 - 17. Close the T op Cover

Responding to MessagesError MessageResponding to MessagesResponding to MessagesError messagesCheck the message and take the appropriate action. ( → P

Page 501 - Maintenance Cartridge

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

Page 502 - 488 Maintenance

Responding to MessagesError MessagesError messagesCheck the message and take the appropriate action.• Borderless printng not possible. (→P .545)• Cann

Page 503

Responding to Messages• The roll is empty . (→P .541)• This paper cannot be used. (→P .540)• This type of paper is not compatible with HP-GL/2. (→P .5

Page 504

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

Page 505 - 14. Press the OK button

Messages regarding paperPapr Size MismatchCause Corrective ActionIf you have selected Fit Roll PaperW idth in the printer driver settingsand W arning

Page 506

Messages regarding paperInsufcient paper for jobCause Corrective ActionFollow the steps below to replace the roll.1. Remove the roll.( → P .1 17)( →

Page 507

Messages regarding paperRoll printing is selected, but sheets are loaded.Cause Corrective ActionPress the OK button and remove the sheet.( → P .150)Lo

Page 508 - Cleaning the Printer

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

Page 509 - 5. Open the T op Cover

Messages regarding paperPaper jam.Cause Corrective ActionA paper jam occurred in the printer during printing. Press the Load/Eject button and remove t

Page 510 - 496 Maintenance

Messages regarding paperCannot feed paper .Cause Corrective ActionThe sheet cannot be fed correctly . Reload the sheet straight, in the correct positi

Page 511 - 8. Close the T op Cover

Messages regarding paperBorderless printng not possible.Check roll width and spacers.Cause Corrective ActionInsert the paper and Spacer for Borderless

Page 512 - Cleaning the Paper Retainer

Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth LevelPhoto PaperPlus( *5 )PhotoPlusSemiGl( *5 )Syn. Paper ( *5 )Adh. Syn. Paper( *5

Page 513

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

Page 514 - Other Maintenance

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

Page 515 - 6. Open the Ink T ank Cover

Messages regarding printing or adjusmentMessages regarding printing or adjusmentUse another paper .Cause Corrective ActionFor automatic Printhead adju

Page 516 - 1 1. Open the T op Cover

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

Page 517 - 13. Close the T op Cover

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

Page 518 - Updating the Firmware

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

Page 519 - T roubleshooting

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

Page 520 - Frequently Asked Questions

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

Page 521 - Problems Regarding Paper

Other MessagesT op cover is open.Cause Corrective ActionOpen the T op Cover fully , remove any foreign objects,and close the T op Cover again.The prin

Page 522

IndexIndex 555IndexAAbout This User Manual ...1Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (M

Page 523

Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth LevelLegal (8.5"x14")24"x36" (ARCH D)18"x24" (ARCH C)1

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Index556 IndexCannot print over a NetWare network ...527Cannot print over a network ...526Cannot pri

Page 525

IndexIndex 557Cutting Roll Paper After Printing ...342Automatic Cutting ...342Cut

Page 526

Index558 IndexLLayout Sheet (Windows) ...375Line thickness is not uniform (Windows) ...525Lines are

Page 527

IndexIndex 559Other useful settings ...329Output Stacker ...

Page 528

Index560 IndexPrinting Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Mac OS X) ...285Printing Mul

Page 529 - Printing does not start

IndexIndex 561Removing the Roll from the Printer ...117Replacing Ink Tanks ...470Com

Page 530

Index562 IndexSubmenu Display ...66GL2 Settings ...

Page 531 - Printing is faint

IndexIndex 563Windows Software ...346With HP-GL/2, printing is misaligned. ...530Wor

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Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth LevelHW SemiGlPhoto2( *5 )SatinPhoto 190( *5 )Syn. Paper ( *5 )Adh. Syn. Paper( *5 )

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Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth Level7 sec.9 sec.Feed Priority Automatic *Band JointPrint LengthAdjust Length From -

Page 535 - Printed colors are inaccurate

�v ContentsContentsPr�nt�ng enlargements or reduct�ons ...209Res�z�ng Or�g�nals to Match th

Page 536

Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth LevelFixedCutDustReduct. OffOnNearEnd Sht Mrgn 3mm20mmManual Feed FrontT opReturn De

Page 537

Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth Level7 dotsThickenFineLines Off *OnAdjustFaintLines OffOn *Adjust Printer Auto Head

Page 538 - Documents are printed crooked

Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth LevelProtocol ( *4 ) DHCP OnOff *BOOTP OnOff *RARP OnOff *IP Setting IP Address 0.0.

Page 539

Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth LevelReturn Defaults NoY esMaintenance Repl. maint cart NoY esReplace P .head NoY es

Page 540 - Cannot print over a network

Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth Level40 min.50 min.60 min.240 min.Length Unit meter *feet/inchT ime Zone 0:London (G

Page 541

Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth LevelT ime hh:mmLanguage*Contrast Adj. -4, -3, -2, -1, 0*, +1,+2, +3, +4Reset PaprSe

Page 542 - Installation problems

Control PanelFirst LevelSecond LevelThird Level Fourth LevelFifth LevelPage CountJob StatusPrint Start T imePrint End T imePrint T imePrint SizeMedia

Page 543

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

Page 544 - HP-GL/2 problems

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

Page 545 - • Printing has been canceled

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

Page 546 - Other problems

ContentsContents vPr�nt�ng Large Posters (W�ndows) ...299Cent

Page 547 - Ink Level Detection

Control PanelMedia MenuSetting Item Description, InstructionsManual PaperT ype ( *1 ) Choose the type of paper in the tray .( → P .142)Manual PaperSiz

Page 548 - 534 T roubleshooting

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

Page 549 - Error Message

Control PanelSetting Item Description, InstructionsBordless Margin Adjust the margin during borderless printing.Choose Automatic to have the printer a

Page 550 - Error Messages

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

Page 551 - Other Messages

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

Page 552 - Messages regarding paper

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

Page 553 - Paper size not detected

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

Page 554 - Roll printing is selected

Control PanelSetting Item Description, InstructionsSht Selection If sheet size detection is activated, choose whether ISO A3+or 13"x19"(Supe

Page 555 - No Roll Feed Unit

Control PanelInformationSetting Item Description, InstructionsFirm Displays the version of the printer and rmware.Boot Displays the version of the bo

Page 556 - Cannot feed paper

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

Page 557 - Cannot detect papr

v� ContentsContentsColor Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome (W�ndows) ...370Page Setup Sheet

Page 558 - End of paper feed

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

Page 559 - Check supported paper

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

Page 560 - Messages regarding ink

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

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Control PanelAdjust Printer Current printer settings.Head AdjustAuto PrintA1-F2Printhead adjustment value.Feed PriorityAdjust LengthSettings related t

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Control PanelEthernet DriverAuto DetectComm.ModeEthernet T ypeSpanning T reeMAC AddressEthernet Driver settings.System SetupW arningBuzzerDetect misma

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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

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

Page 566 - Messages regarding HP-GL/2

Optional accessoriesOptional accessoriesStandThe printer can be mounted on the following Stand .• Printer Stand ST -25Note• For details on assembling

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Optional accessoriesRoll Holder SetA set of parts including a Roll Holder , Holder Stopper (for 2- and 3-inch paper cores), 3-Inch Paper CoreAttachmen

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ContentsContents v��Network Setting 415Network Sett�ng ...4

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

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Printer SpecicationsPrinting performancePrint method BubblejetMaximum resolution 2400 dpi horizontally ( *1 ) × 1200 dpi verticallyPrinthead PF-03Num

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Printer SpecicationsInkBK Ink T ank ( Black Ink ) Dye ink PFI-102BK (user-replaceable)MBK Ink T ank ( Matte Black Ink , or black inkfor matte paper)P

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Printer SpecicationsNormal size Printable area• Sheets ( T op Paper Feed Slot )T op: 3 mm (0.12 in); bottom: 3 or 23 mm (0.9 in); leftand right sides

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

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

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Printer SpecicationsRolls• Printable Area:A margin of 3 mm (0.12 in) on all sides is required. During borderless printing, the margin on all sidesis

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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

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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

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