Printer Operations Large-Format Printers 1 This Basic Guide includes three booklets. Read this manual first. Printer Operations Basic Guide 1 Safety Precautions ........................................2 Types of Manuals .............................................5 Documentation Conventions ............................6 Parts .................................................................8 Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls ...................12 Loading Rolls in the Printer .......................
Safety Precautions Follow the warnings and precautions below to use the printer safely. Do not perform any operations or procedures other than as described in this manual. Doing so may result in unexpected accidents and can cause a fire or electrical shocks. Warning █ Printer location • Do not set up the printer in any location exposed to alcohol, thinner, or other volatile liquids.
Safety Precautions Caution █ Printer location • Never install the printer on an unstable or vibrating surface. If it falls over, this could cause personal injury. • Never set up the printer in a location that is exposed to high humidity or large amounts of dust, or exposed to direct sunlight, high temperature, or open flame. This could cause a fire or electrical shock.
Safety Precautions █ Other • Never disassemble the printer or attempt repairs. There are high voltage parts inside the printer that can cause a fire or electrical shock. • Never use flammable sprays around the printer. The gas of flammable sprays can cause a fire or electrical shock, if it contacts high voltage points inside the printer. • Never insert your hand into the printer while it is printing. Moving parts inside the printer can cause injuries.
Types of Manuals Types of manuals Title Details Setup Guide Instructions for unpacking and setting up the printer, and for installing the printer driver Basic Guide 1 (this manual) Descriptions of basic printer operations Printer Operations Basic Guide 2 Troubleshooting tips Troubleshooting Basic Guide 3 Printer Relocation / Printer Driver Installation User Manual Instructions for preparing to relocate the printer and for software installation Detailed instructions for using the printer (electr
Documentation Conventions Symbols The following symbols are used in the documentation to indicate safety information and explanations of restrictions or precautions in use. Caution Indicates caution items for which operating error poses a risk of injury or damage to equipment or property. To ensure safe use, always follow these precautions. Important Indicates important information that must be followed when using the printer.
FCC Regulations (U.S.A) Canon Large Format Printer iPF815 iPF825 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 class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Parts Names and functions of printer parts are as follows. iPF825 a h b i l k o q j c e d t r d g c q l m p n s g f Name Operation a Top Cover Open this cover to install the Printhead, load paper, and remove any jammed paper from inside the printer as needed. b Ejection Guide Guides printed documents as they are ejected. Open this guide when loading a roll. c Roll Holder Slot Slide the Roll Holder into this slot. d Roll Holder Load the roll on this holder.
Parts iPF815 a i b j m p f c l m n q o s se r h k g d t Name Operation a Top Cover Open this cover to install the Printhead, load paper, and remove any jammed paper from inside the printer as needed. b Ejection Guide Guides printed documents as they are ejected. Open this guide when loading a roll. c Roll Holder Slot Slide the Roll Holder into this slot. d Roll Holder Load the roll on this holder.
Parts Top Cover (Inside) j i h a m c k d b e f l g Name Operation a Top Cover Roller Prevents paper from rising when ejected. b Paper Alignment Line Align paper with this line when loading it. c Carriage Moves the Printhead. The carriage serves a key role in printing. d Carriage Shaft The Carriage slides along this shaft. e Paper Retainer Important in supplying the paper. This retainer holds paper as it is fed. f Platen The Printhead moves across the platen to print.
Parts Control Panel c d g j k n o a e1 p 2 OK b r f i h l m Name q Operation a Online Button (Green) Switches the printer online and offline. b Menu Button Displays the main menu of the printer. (→ c Data lamp (Green) Indicates the status of print jobs or the printer firmware. d Message lamp (Orange) Lit or flashes when messages are displayed. e Paper Source Section After you press the Feeder Selection button, the lamp for your chosen paper source is lit. 1.
Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls Attach the roll holder to rolls as follows. When printing on rolls, attach the Roll Holder to the roll. Rolls have a two- or three-inch paper core. Use the correct attachment for the paper core. The printer comes equipped with the 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment installed.
Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls 3 a With the edge of the roll paper facing forward as shown, insert the Roll Holder from the right of the roll. Insert it firmly until the roll touches the flange (a) of the Roll Holder. • When loading a roll, be careful to avoid hitting the printer hard with the roll. This may damage the Roll Holder. 4 Insert the attachments for the roll paper core on the Holder Stopper.
Loading Rolls in the Printer Load rolls in the printer as follows. You can load rolls in two positions, in the Roll 1 (Upper) and Roll 2 (Lower) holders. (iPF825 only) • Remove any loaded paper that will not be used. • Rolls: (→ , Removing the Roll from the Printer) • Sheets: (→ , Removing Sheets) • If the Wheeled Output Stacker is installed, remove it in advance. (→"Using the Wheeled Output Stacker," User Manual) • If the Platen is dirty, clean inside the Top Cover.
Loading Rolls in the Printer 4 Using both hands, pull out the roll evenly on both ends and insert it in the Paper Feed Slot (a). Advance the roll until the buzzer sounds. a • Be careful not to soil the printing surface of roll paper as you pull it out. This may affect the printing quality. We recommend wearing clean cloth gloves when handling rolls to protect the printing surface. • If the paper is wrinkled or warped, straighten it out before loading it.
Loading Rolls in the Printer Load a roll in the Roll 2 (Lower) position (iPF825 only) • Do not detach the Roll Unit in the following cases. • During printing Vibration from removing the Roll Unit may affect the printing quality. • If a sheet is loaded in the printer The sheet may be ejected, and (rarely) it may be bent. 1 2 Confirm that a roll is selected as the paper source. (→"Selecting the Paper Source," User Manual) OK Holding the Roll Unit Lever (a), pull out the Roll Unit.
Loading Rolls in the Printer 4 Pull out the roll evenly on both ends and insert it in the Paper Feed Slot (a). Advance the roll until the buzzer sounds. a • We recommend wearing clean cloth gloves when handling rolls to avoid soiling the printing surface. • If the paper is wrinkled or warped, straighten it out before loading it. • Load the roll so that there is no gap between the right edge of the paper and the Roll Holder. 5 6 7 In a crouching position, push the Roll Unit into the printer.
Removing the Roll from the Printer Remove rolls from the printer as follows. • Release the caster lock on the Wheeled Output Stacker and remove it beforehand. • If you need to cut a printed roll, select Paper Cutting in the printer menu and cut the roll at the desired position. (→"Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls," User Manual) • If you have selected Media Menu > ManageRemainRoll > On in the printer menu, a barcode indicating the amount of paper left is printed on the leading edge of the roll.
Removing the Roll from the Printer 5 6 Using both hands, rotate the Roll Holder in the direction of the arrow to rewind the roll. Remove the Roll Holder from the Roll Holder Slot. • See the following procedure for instructions on removing the Roll Holder from the roll. (→"Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls," User Manual) 7 Lower the Ejection Guide and close the Top Cover. • To load new paper in the printer at this point, see the following procedure.
Removing the Roll from the Printer Remove the roll from the Roll 2 (Lower) position (iPF825 only) 1 2 3 4 Press the Load/Eject button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Remove Roll, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Roll 2 (Lower), and then press the OK button. The roll can now be removed. After confirming that the Online lamp is off, hold the Roll Unit Lever (a) and pull out the Roll Unit. a 5 6 Using both hands, rotate the Roll Holder in the direction of the arrow to rewind the roll.
Removing the Roll from the Printer 7 In a crouching position, push the Roll Unit in. • To load new paper in the printer at this point, see the following procedure.
Loading Sheets in the Printer Load sheets in the printer as follows. • For details on supported types and sizes of paper, see "Paper Sizes" or the Paper Reference Guide. (→"Paper Sizes," User Manual), (→"Types of Paper," User Manual) • If the Platen is dirty, clean inside the Top Cover before loading paper. (→ , If Paper is Soiled) • After pressing the Load/Eject button, you can refer to instructions on the Display Screen as you load the paper.
Loading Sheets in the Printer 3 Lower the Release Lever and close the Top Cover. The printer now starts feeding the paper. After the paper is advanced, the printer automatically goes online and starts printing. If no print job has been received from the computer beforehand, the printer automatically shows a menu for selection of the type of paper on the Display Screen. In this case, select the type of paper.
Removing Sheets This section describes how to remove sheets from the printer. Remove sheets from the printer as follows. 1 Press the Load/Eject button. OK • Paper cannot be ejected by using the Load/Eject button when print jobs are in progress or during the ink drying period. Before ejecting paper, press the Stop button to cancel printing, print job processing, or ink drying. 2 Press the OK button to eject the paper. The paper is ejected from the front of the printer.
Consumables Ink Tanks When purchasing Ink Tanks, make sure an "A" is printed on the label, along with the following Ink Tank serial numbers. 330 ml (11.2 fl oz) • MBK Ink Tank PFI-303MBK • BK Ink Tank PFI-303BK • C Ink Tank PFI-303C • M Ink Tank PFI-303M • Y Ink Tank PFI-303Y 700 ml (23.
Replacing Ink Tanks A A Replace ink tanks as follows. Y GY MBK BK M Compatible ink tanks Replacement ink tanks in 330 ml (11.2 fl oz) and 700 ml (23.7 fl oz) capacities are supported. (→ , Consumables) Precautions when handling ink tanks Take the following precautions when handling ink tanks. • There may be ink around the ink supply section of ink tanks you remove. Handle ink tanks carefully during replacement. The ink may stain clothing.
Replacing Ink Tanks Access the menu for ink tank replacement • This step is not necessary if a message requests you to replace ink tanks. Check the message on the Display Screen and press the OK button. Remove the Ink Tank at this point. 1 2 3 Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. OK Press ▲ or ▼ to select Rep. Ink Tank, and then press the ► button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. A message on the Display Screen requests you to open the Ink Tank Cover.
Replacing Ink Tanks A A A A M M 2 Lift the stopper (a) of the Ink Tank Lock Lever for the color to replace. Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then push it down to the front. BK BK R R GG GG B B B a 330 ml tanks A A A A GG B B B a 700 ml tanks • Push the Ink Tank Lock Lever down until it locks. • Make sure the Ink Tank Lock Lever does not return to the original position. 3 Hold the Ink Tank by the grips (a) or handle (b) and remove it. Press the OK button.
Replacing Ink Tanks Install the ink tanks 1 Before opening the pouch, tilt the Ink Tank to the left and right gently seven or eight times. Hold 330 ml ink tanks in one hand and 700 ml ink tanks in two hands, as shown. 330 ml tanks 700 ml tanks • If you do not agitate the Ink Tank, the ink may sediment, which may affect printing quality. 2 Open the pouch and remove the Ink Tank. 330 ml tanks 700 ml tanks • Never touch the ink holes or electrical contacts.
Replacing Ink Tanks 3 Press the OK button and insert the Ink Tank into the holder with the ink holes facing down, as shown. A A Y GY MBK BK M 330 ml tanks A A Y GY MBK BK M 700 ml tanks • Ink tanks cannot be loaded in the holder if the color or orientation is incorrect. If the Ink Tank does not fit in the holder, do not force it into the holder. Make sure the color of the Ink Tank Lock Lever matches the color of the Ink Tank, and check the orientation of the Ink Tank before reloading it.
Replacing Ink Tanks 5 Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit. M • If the Ink Lamp is not lit, reload the tank. 6 Close the Ink Tank Cover. The printer will go online or offline.
Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge Replace the Maintenance Cartridge and Shaft Cleaner as follows. Compatible maintenance cartridges Use Maintenance Cartridge MC-09. Precautions when handling the maintenance cartridge Take the following precautions when handling the Maintenance Cartridge. • Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge except to replace it. • To prevent ink from leaking from a used Maintenance Cartridge, avoid dropping the cartridge or storing it at an angle.
Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge Access the menu for maintenance cartridge replacement 1 2 3 4 Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. OK Press ▲ or ▼ to select Maintenance, and then press the ► button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Repl. maint cart, and then press the ► button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. A message on the Display Screen advises you to open the Maintenance Cartridge Cover.
Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge 3 (a) Open the box, remove the plastic bag, packaging material, and Shaft Cleaner (a), and then take out the Maintenance Cartridge (b). (b) • Never touch the metal contacts (a). This may damage the Maintenance Cartridge. a 4 Keep the used Maintenance Cartridge level as you put it in the plastic bag. Expel excess air from the plastic bag and seal the zipper.
Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge 8 Press the OK button. OK The printer now initializes the Maintenance Cartridge. Next, replace the Shaft Cleaner. Replace the shaft cleaner 1 After the message is displayed regarding Shaft Cleaner replacement, press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. After the Carriage is moved, the Display Screen indicates Open Upper Cover. • If you do not respond within two minutes, shaft cleaner replacement is canceled and the printer goes online automatically.
Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge 4 After removing the cap of the new Shaft Cleaner, hold it by the bottom of the grips (a) and attach it to the Carriage. Push the Shaft Cleaner until it clicks into place. • Attach the cap from the new Shaft Cleaner on the used one. Be sure to put the used Shaft Cleaner in the small box before putting it in the larger box with the used Maintenance Cartridge for disposal. 5 Close the Top Cover. The Carriage is moved, and the printer goes online.
Replacing the Printhead Replace the Printhead as follows. When to replace the printhead Replace the Printhead in the following situations. • If the printing quality does not improve even after one or two cycles of Head Cleaning B from the printer menu • If the Display Screen indicates Open top cover and replace the printhead. • If your Canon dealer has advised you to replace the Printhead Compatible printheads Use Printhead PF-03.
Replacing the Printhead 3 4 5 6 Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. OK Press ▲ or ▼ to select Maintenance, and then press the ► button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Replace P.head, and then press the ► button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Ink is now filled. After about two minutes, a message is shown on the Display Screen instructing you to open the Top Cover. Replace the printhead 1 Open the Top Cover.
Replacing the Printhead 3 4 5 6 If the ventilation duct (a) is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean. Move the Carriage out of the way manually if Carriage is concealing the ventilation duct, and then clean the duct. Pull the Printhead Fixer Lever forward all the way to open it completely. Pull up the Printhead Fixer Cover to open it completely. Remove the used Printhead. • Dispose of the used Printhead in accordance with local regulations.
Replacing the Printhead 7 Holding the new Printhead by the grips (a), remove it from the case. a a • When handling the Printhead, always hold it by the grips (a). Never touch the nozzles (b) or metal contacts (c). This may damage the Printhead and affect printing quality. b c a • If you need to put a Printhead somewhere temporarily before installation, do not keep the nozzles and metal contacts facing down. If the nozzles or metal contacts are damaged, it may affect the printing quality.
Replacing the Printhead 9 With the nozzles facing down and the metal contacts toward the back, insert the Printhead into the Carriage. Carefully push the printhead firmly into the Carriage, ensuring that the nozzles and metal contacts do not touch the carriage. 10 Pull the Printhead Fixer Cover down toward the front to lock the Printhead in place. 11 Push the Printhead Fixer Lever toward the back of the printer until it clicks. 12 Close the Top Cover.
Menu Map The structure of the main menu is as follows. For details on settings values, see the User Manual. Menu MAIN MENU *1 *12 *12 Paper Cutting No Yes * Rep. Ink Tank No Yes * Head Cleaning Head Cleaning A Head Cleaning B * Auto Feed No Yes * Take-up Reel Disable Enable * Paper Menu Cut Sheet Type *1*12 *1 *2*12 *1*13 *1 *2*13 *1*13 *1 *2*13 Roll Media Type Roll Length Set Roll1(Uppr) Type Roll1(Uppr) Lngth Roll2(Lwr) Type ##.
Menu Map a Job Management Print Job Job List Delete Preempt Jobs Stored Job Mailbox List Job List Job Log Choose from information about the latest three print jobs.
Menu Map b c No Auto Band Adj. Manual Band Adj Standard Adj. Yes Advanced Adj. No Yes No Yes *3 Adjust Length Head Inc. Adj. No A:High Yes B:Standard/Draft No Yes No Yes Interface Setup EOP Timer *15 F Automatic TCP/IP Manual IP Mode *15 * On Off DHCP * On Off BOOTP * On *4 *10 NetWare Protocol RARP Off IP Setting IP Address 0.0.0.0~255.255.255.255 Subnet Mask 0.0.0.0~255.255.255.255 Default G/W 0.0.0.0~255.255.255.
Menu Map d e Roll Switching Use Optimal Size No RollSwitching * TrimEdge Reload Automatic Off On * *13 Off 1 page Noz. Check Freq. 10 pages Automatic Automatic Fixed CarriageScanWdth Sleep Timer H 240 min.
Index Numerics r 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment ................................... 12 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment ................................... 12 Release Lever .......................................................... 8, 9 Roll Holder .......................................................... 8, 9, 12 Roll Holder Slot......................................................... 8, 9 Roll loading ................................................................. 14 Roll removal.........................
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