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Introduction Exif Print This printer supports ExifPrint. Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant digital camera, the camera’s image data at the time of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints. This Direct Photo Guide uses the following symbols to indicate important information. Always observe the instructions indicated by these symbols.
How to Use the Documentation Provided . Printed Documentation Setup Sheet Be sure to read this sheet first. This sheet explains how to setup the printer and the procedure to install the printer driver. Direct Photo Guide (This guide) Read this guide when starting to use the printer. This guide explains how to print photos while viewing them on the LCD, and the procedure of doing the regular maintenance of the printer. On-screen Manuals User’s Guide Read this guide when starting to use the printer.
Printer Parts and Their Functions Main Components Front View Paper Feed Tray Open and fold in half before printing to support paper. Paper Guide Slide against the left side of the paper stack to support paper so that it feeds properly. Printer Cover Open by sliding the Lock Switch to replace the ink tank or remove jammed paper. LCD Monitor Displays menus, setting items, and photos for printing. For information on Screen-saver mode, see “Screensaver mode” on page 7.
Interior Rear View Battery Connector Cover Remove each cover to attach the optional Portable Kit. To attach the optional Portable Kit, refer to the instruction manual provided with the Portable Kit. AC Adapter Connector Connector used to connect the supplied AC Adapter plug. Carrying Handle Pull out this handle to carry the printer. Ink lamp Lights or flashes red to indicate the status of the ink tank. See “Replacing an Ink Tank” on page 31.
How to Navigate Menus on the LCD Operation Panel (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (1) ON/OFF button Turns the printer on and off. See “Turning On/Off the Printer” on page 6. (2) Buttons to be used to navigate menus on the LCD See “How to Navigate Menus on the LCD” on right column. (3) OK button Finalizes your selection for the menu or setting item. See “How to Navigate Menus on the LCD” on right column.
Create item: You can create your own items such as stickers or calendars using selected photo, or print your favorite photo with a frame. See “Using Other Useful Printing Function” on page 16. Special photo print: You can print all photos saved on a memory card and print photos according to the settings on the camera. You can also print a list of all photos and the photo information when you shot. See “Using Other Useful Printing Function” on page 16.
3 Press the ON/OFF button to turn the printer on. 1 Turn off the printer by pressing the ON/OFF button. Access lamp The Power lamp flashes, then changes to steady (non-flashing). The HOME screen appears on the LCD. Note If the Alarm lamp is lit orange and an error message is displayed on the LCD, see “Error Message Is Displayed on the LCD” on page 35. Turning Off the Printer Check the following before turning off the printer. z The Access lamp of the memory card is not flashing.
Loading Printing Paper 3 Ensure that the Paper Thickness Lever is set to the right. This section describes the available page size and media type, and how to load paper. Note When printing, set the Paper Thickness Lever to the right. Set the Paper Thickness Lever to the left only if ink smudges or the printed surface is stained. Return the Paper Thickness Lever to the right after printing. Loading paper 1 Turn on the printer. See “Turning On the Printer” on page 6.
Printing Media z Paper Output Tray Load Limit This section describes the available page size and media type for direct printing. For informations of page size and media type when printing from a computer, refer to the User’s Guide on-screen manual. Compatible Media Type We recommend that you remove the previously printed sheet from the Paper Output Tray before continuously printing to avoid blurs and discoloration.
Printing from a Memory Card Using the Memory Card This section describes the memory cards compatible with this printer, and how to insert and remove them. Memory Cards Supported by this Printer The following memory cards are compatible with this printer.
Printable Image Data 3 This printer supports JPEG and TIFF images created by DCF ver. 1.0/2.0 standard compliant digital cameras (Exif ver. 2.2/2.21 compliant). Caution z When a memory card is inserted into the Card Slot, the Access lamp is lit. When this Access lamp is flashing, the printer is accessing to the memory card. In this case, do not touch around the Card Slot. z The memory card will stick out of the Card Slot, but do not force it into the slot any further.
Printing Photographs Saved on a Memory Card Removing the Memory Card Important If you used the Card Slot as the memory card drive of the computer, you need to do a “safe removal” operation on your computer before physically removing the memory card from your printer. Right-click the removable disk icon and click Eject. If Eject is not displayed on the screen, make sure that the Access lamp is not flashing, and then remove the memory card.
4 Select the photo to print and specify the number of copies for each photo. (1) Use the Easy-Scroll Wheel or the [ or ] button to display the photo to print. (2) Use the [+] or [-] button to specify the number of copies. (3) Repeat steps (1) and (2) to specify the number of copies for each photo. Note z When the page size is Credit card: Even if both Date ON and File no. ON are set, only the shooting date will be printed. If you want to print the file no., select Date OFF.
3 Use the Easy-Scroll Wheel or the [ or ] button to select the layout, then press the OK button. Note z Press the Back button to cancel pasting the specified photo. z Press the left Function button not to paste a photo in the selected frame. z You cannot paste photos on more than one page. Start printing once you have pasted photos on one page. You can do... z You can search for photos with the shooting date. See “Searching for Photos with the Shooting Date—Search” on page 20.
Print Setting Screens Note This section describes about the print setting screen and the print confirmation screen displayed during the operation to print photos on a memory card. Note z For the print setting screen, select Next to proceed to the next step. z For the print confirmation screen, press the Print button to start printing. z The print settings are retained even if the printer is turned off.
z Date Activate/deactivate to print the shooting date on a photo. z File no. Activate/deactivate to print the file no. on a photo. Using Other Useful Printing Function You can enjoy various printouts of photos in the memory card. 1 Note (1) Turn on the printer. See “Turning On/Off the Printer” on page 6. Under conditions listed below, even if both Date ON and File no. ON are set, only the shooting date will be printed. If you want to print the file no., select Date OFF.
Creating a Calendar—Calendar print Note You can create your own original calendar with your favorite photo printed on it. 1 Select Calendar print on the Create item screen. 2 Select the format, the photo to print, the background color, etc., then press the Print button. z Load a single sheet at a time. z To print without a frame, press the left Function button in the frame selection screen. z If the photo is upside-down, you can use the { or } button to rotate the frame 180 degrees.
Printing all Photographs—Print all photos You can print all photos saved on the memory card. 1 2 Select Print all photo on the Special photo print screen. Specify the print range, then press the Print button. Printing a Photo Index—Photo index print You can print a list of all photos saved on the memory card. 1 2 Select Photo index print on the Special photo print screen. Specify the print range, then press the Print button.
Using Useful Display Function Printing a Specified Area—Trimming You can edit images displayed on the LCD by cropping them. There are other useful functions to print the photo from memory card.
Searching for Photos with the Shooting Date—Search 3 Specify the date range. z If you selected One date only You can choose to display and print only photos shot on the specified date or within the specified range of dates. (1) Specify the date to search for.
Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device You can connect a PictBridge compliant device such as a digital camera, camcorder, or mobile phone using a USB cable recommended by the device’s manufacturer, and print recorded images directly without using a computer. Connectable Devices PictBridge is an industry standard enabling a range of digital photo solutions, including the direct printing of photos from a digital still camera, camcorder or mobile phone* without the need to use a computer.
3 Specify the print settings such as paper type and layout. See “About PictBridge Print Settings” below. You can make settings using the menu on the LCD of your PictBridge compliant device. Select the size and type of paper that you loaded in the printer. If your PictBridge compliant device does not have setting menu, change the setting from the printer. For details, see “Settings on the Printer” on page 23.
z Date/File No. Print Setting You can specify whether the date and/or file number will be printed. Note z If the images already have dates superimposed when shot, set this PictBridge setting item to Off. If you select Date, File No., or Both, the date and/or file number will be printed over the date printed by the device’s function. z Depending on the paper size and layout, the date will only be printed even when Both is selected.
z Setting Items (1) (5) (2) (6) (3) (4) (7) (8) (9) (10) (13) (14) (11) (12) Setting Item Description Corresponding Setting of PictBridge Compliant Devices* (1) Page size Select the page size, when printing directly from a PictBridge compliant device. Paper size (2) Media type Select the media type, when printing directly from a PictBridge compliant device. Paper type – (3) Print quality Select the print quality, when printing directly from a PictBridge compliant device.
Printing Photographs from a Wireless Communication Device If you have a mobile phone or a PDA with an infrared port for wireless data transmission, you can print photos through wireless connection with the printer. If the optional Bluetooth unit BU-20 is connected to the printer, you can also print photos through Bluetooth communication. Important To perform printing correctly from a mobile phone or PDA through Infrared communication, the following conditions should be satisfied.
Printing via Infrared Communication You can print photos stored in your mobile phone or PDA via infrared communication. When printing through infrared communication, also refer to the instruction manual of your mobile phone or PDA. 1 Prepare for printing. (1) Turn on the printer. See “Turning On/Off the Printer” on page 6. (2) Load paper. See “Loading Printing Paper” on page 8. 2 Set the print setting and layout.
Routine Maintenance Note When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect When printing becomes faint or colors are incorrect, the ink may have run out, or the Print Head Nozzles are probably clogged. Follow the procedures below to clean the nozzles. Step 1 “Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern” on right column After Print Head Cleaning, print the nozzle check pattern. Before performing maintenance z Open the Printer Cover and make sure that the ink lamp is lit red.
(2) Select Maintenance, then press the OK button. (3) Select Nozzle check pattern, then press the OK button. The confirmation screen of Nozzle check pattern is displayed. Print Head Cleaning Clean the Print Head if white streaks appear in the printed nozzle check pattern. Cleaning unclogs the nozzles and restores the print head condition. Note that cleaning the Print Head causes used ink to be absorbed in the ink absorber.
Print Head Deep Cleaning Aligning the Print Head If print quality does not improve by standard Print Head Cleaning, try Print Head Deep Cleaning, which is a more powerful process. Note that cleaning the Print Head causes used ink to be absorbed in the ink absorber. Print Head Deep Cleaning consumes more ink than standard Print Head Cleaning, so perform this procedure only when necessary. 1 If print quality is poor, adjust the Print Head position. It may solve the problem.
Replacing an Ink Tank Ink is low. You can continue printing for a while, but we recommend you to have a new ink tank available. This section explains the way to confirm the ink status and the procedure to replace an ink tank. When ink runs out or other errors occur, an error message is displayed on the LCD to inform you of the error. See “Error Message Is Displayed on the LCD” on page 35 and confirm how to handle it. Ink may have run out. See “The following ink may have run out.
Replacing an Ink Tank Important Important Handling Ink z To maintain optimal printing quality, we recommend the use of specified Canon genuine ink tank. Refilling ink is not recommended. z Once you remove an ink tank, replace it immediately. Do not leave the printer with an ink tank removed. z Replace an empty tank with a new one. Inserting a partially used ink tank may cause the nozzles to clog. Furthermore, with such a tank, the printer will not be able to inform you when to replace the tank properly.
4 Prepare a replacement ink tank. Important (1) Unpack a new ink tank and remove the orange protective cap. Discard the cap once it is removed. (B) If the front (innermost) part of the ink tank (A) is sticking up, push down on the Canon logo on the ink tank as illustrated below. Do not remove the ink tank forcibly. (A) Important z Do not touch the electrical contacts (A) on the ink tank. Doing so can cause the printer to malfunction or become unable to print.
Changing the Printer Settings This section describes the procedure to change the settings in the Device settings screen, taking the steps to specify Date display as an example. 1 4 Change the settings. (1) Select the setting item, then press the OK button. Make sure that the printer is turned on, then press the HOME button. The HOME screen is displayed. 2 Display the Device settings screen. (1) Select Settings 3 on the Home screen, then press the OK button.
Other settings Language selection Date display Changes the language for LCD messages and menus. Changes the display format of shooting dates when printed. Note z When Date ON is selected on the advanced print settings screen, the shooting date is printed in the date display format you selected. For print setting, see “Advanced Print Settings Screen” on page 15. z The shooting date format is as specified in the DPOF setting from DPOF printing.
Troubleshooting This section describes troubleshooting tips for problems you may encounter when using the printer. Note Cause The print head lock lever is not properly applied. Open the cover and press the lock buttons on both ends of the lever. Action z The lock lever of the Print Head is not set properly (there are two tabs of the lock lever). Push both tabs (left and right) until each clicks into place. This section mainly describes the methods of printer operation for troubleshooting.
Cause The following ink has run out. Replace the ink tank. U170 Action Ink has run out. (The lamp on the ink tank flashes.) Replace the ink tank and close the Printer Cover. Printing under the current condition may damage the printer. If you want to continue printing in this condition, you need to release the function for detecting the remaining ink level. Press and hold the Stop/Reset button for at least 5 seconds, and then release it.
Cause Printer error has occurred. Turn off power then back on again. If problem persists, see the manual. Action Follow the procedure below to resolve the problem. (1) Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. If you are attaching the optional battery, remove it once. (2) After a while, plug the power cord of the printer back in, and then turn on the printer. If the same error occurs, make sure that the ink tank is set properly.
Note Adjusting the Print Head Manually If the Automatic Print Head Alignment does not work or if you wish to adjust the print head manually, follow the procedure below. 1. Turn on the printer, and then load three sheets of Canon genuine 4" x 6" / 101.6 x 152.4 mm paper in the Rear Tray. You can also load Canon genuine 5" x 7" / 127.0 x 177.8 mm paper to perform Manual Print Head Alignment. * Slide the Paper Guide against the left side of the paper stack. * Use the Canon genuine 4" x 6" / 101.6 x 152.
Cannot Install the Printer Driver Cause Unable to proceed beyond the Printer Connection screen. Action If you were unable to proceed beyond the Printer Connection screen, follow the procedure below to reinstall the printer driver. Cause Installation does not start automatically when the Setup CD-ROM is inserted into your computer’s disc drive. Action (1) Click Start then Computer. In Windows XP, Click Start then My Computer. In Windows 2000, double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop.
Cannot Connect to Computer Properly Printing Speed Is Slow/USB2.0 Hi-Speed Connection Does Not Work Cause Action Your system environment is not fully compatible with USB 2.0 Hi-Speed. If your system environment is not fully compatible with USB 2.0 Hi-Speed, the printer will operate at a lower speed provided under USB 1.1. In this case, the printer operates properly but printing speed may slow down due to communication speed. Check the following to ensure that your system environment supports USB 2.
Printing Does Not Start/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/Straight Lines Are Misaligned Cause Ink tank is empty. Action See “Error Message Is Displayed on the LCD” on page 35 to identify the ink error, and then take the appropriate action depending on the error condition. Print Head nozzles are clogged. See “When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect” on page 27 and perform any necessary maintenance operation. The media is loaded with the wrong side facing upwards.
Cause Paper is curled. Action Cause If you are using paper with either any of the corners or the whole printing surface curled, the paper may become dirty, not feed properly, or both. Use such paper after correcting paper curl as follows. (1) With the printing side (A) facing up, cover the paper with a fresh sheet of plain paper to avoid staining or scratching the surface. (2) Roll up the paper in a direction opposite to paper curl as seen below.
Printer Does Not Start Paper Jam Printing Does Not Start Cause Cause Action Ink tank is empty. Confirm the error message displayed on the LCD and take the appropriate action to resolve the error. Ink tank is not installed securely. If the ink lamp is not lit, press the mark on the ink tank until it clicks into place. The ink lamp lights up red when the ink tank is fully inserted. Paper jammed in the Paper Output Slot or the Rear Tray. Action Remove the paper following the procedure below.
Cause Landscape credit cardsized paper jammed inside the printer. Action Do not load credit card-sized paper in the landscape orientation. Remove the paper following the procedure below. (1) Load a single sheet of the paper in the Rear Tray in portrait orientation. Do not load it in the landscape orientation. (2) Start printing. The paper is fed and then pushes out the jammed paper as it ejects. If you cannot remove the jammed paper, contact your Canon Service representative.
Error Message on PictBridge-Compliant Device “Paper lever error” Action Normally set the Paper Thickness Lever to the right. Depending on the printing content, the printed surface may become scratched. In this case, set the Paper Thickness Lever to the left. * Return the Paper Thickness Lever to the right after printing. If you do not return the lever, the distance between the Print Head and printing paper stays broadened and the inside of the printer will easily get dirty.
Cannot Remove a Memory Card Cause miniSD Card, microSD Card, xD-Picture Card, MEMORY STICK Duo, MEMORYSTICK PRO Duo, or RS-MMC is attempted to insert into the printer without attaching to the special adapter. Action Remove the memory card with printer tilted slightly downward. Tilt the printer on the wide table securely placed, otherwise, the printer may drop and cause an accident. If you cannot remove the memory card, contact your Canon service representative.
Appendix Reading the On-screen Manuals For detailed instructions on installing the on-screen manuals, refer to your setup sheet. You can view the on-screen manuals in the following way: To view the on-screen manual, double-click the XXX On-screen Manual shortcut icon on the desktop, or click Start > All Programs (or Programs) > Canon XXX Manual > XXX On-screen Manual (where “XXX” is your printer’s name). System Requirements Browser: Windows HTML Help Viewer Note z Microsoft® Internet Explorer 5.
Specifications Print Head Printing resolution (dpi) Printer 9600 (horizontal)* × 2400 (vertical) * Ink droplets can be placed with a horizontal pitch of 1/ 9600 inch at minimum. Supported only when printing with a computer. USB 2.0 High Speed *1 IrDA ver.1.2 *2 Bluetooth 1.2 (Option) *2 *3 *1 A computer that complies with USB 2.0 Hi-Speed standard is required. Since the USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface is fully upwardly compatible with USB Full-Speed (USB 1.1), it can be used at USB Full-Speed (USB 1.1).
Minimum System Requirements Additional System Requirements for On-Screen Manuals Note Conform to the operating system’s requirements when higher than those given here.
Safety Precautions Cleaning the printer Please read the safety warnings and cautions provided in this manual to ensure that you use the printer safely. Do not attempt to use the printer in any way not described in this manual. Always unplug the printer from the power outlet before cleaning the printer. If you accidentally switch the printer on while cleaning it, you could injure yourself or damage the printer.
Do not use an extension lead/cord. Working around the printer Never put your hands or fingers in the printer while it is printing. Do not place any object on the printer. Do not place metal objects (paper clips, staples, etc.) or containers of flammable solvents (alcohol, thinners, etc.) on top of the printer. If any foreign object (metal or liquid) fall into the printer, unplug the power cord and call for service.
Regulatory Information FCC Notice (U.S.A. Only) For 120V, 60Hz model Model Number: K10312 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
(b) Use of parts, media, software or supplies (other than those sold by Canon USA), including non-Canon ink cartridges or refilled ink cartridges, that cause damage to the Product or cause abnormally frequent service calls or service problems. (c) If the Product has had its serial number or dating defaced, altered or removed.
its reasonable control. The replacement Product you receive may be a refurbished or reconditioned unit and will be covered for the balance of the period remaining on your original limited warranty. NOTE THAT BY USING THIS SERVICE YOU WILL KEEP THE REPLACEMENT PRODUCT THAT IS SENT TO YOU. CANON USA WILL RETAIN THE PRODUCT THAT YOU ORIGINALLY PURCHASED, WHICH SHALL BECOME THE PROPERTY OF CANON USA.
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Photo Printer series Direct Photo Guide Table of Contents The following ink tank is compatible with this printer. For information on product specifications, please visit our website at www.usa.canon.com QT5-1042-V01 XXXXXXXX © CANON INC.
