User’s Manual
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Users in the U.S.A. Pre-Installation Requirements for Canon Facsimile Equipment A. Location Supply a suitable table, cabinet, or desk. See the Appendix for the unit’s dimensions and weight. B. Order Information 1. Only a single line, touch-tone or rotary telephone set is to be used. 2. Order an RJ11-C modular jack (USOC code), which should be installed by the telephone company. If the RJ11-C jack is not present, installation cannot occur. 3.
An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular jack are provided with this equipment. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant. See Installation instructions for details. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the User’s Guide.
Users in Canada Pre-Installation Requirements for Canon Facsimile Equipment A. Location Supply a suitable table, cabinet, or desk. See the Appendix for the unit’s dimensions and weight. B. Order Information 1. Provide only a single-line to touch-tone or rotary telephone set terminated with a standard 4-pin modular phone plug. (Touch-tone is recommended if available in your area.) 2. Order an RJ11-C modular jack (USOC code), which should be installed by the telephone company.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier.
Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome ................................................................................................................1-2 Main Features of the MultiPASS............................................................................1-3 Using Your Documentation ....................................................................................1-5 How to Use This Guide......................................................................................
Chapter 4: Document Handling Document Requirements .......................................................................................4-2 Scanned Area of a Document ...........................................................................4-3 Loading Documents...............................................................................................4-3 Problems With Multipage Documents ...............................................................4-5 Adding Pages to the Document...................
Sending Methods...................................................................................................7-6 Memory Sending................................................................................................7-6 Manual Sending.................................................................................................7-7 Canceling Sending.................................................................................................7-9 Redialing When the Line is Busy................
Receiving in Color................................................................................................8-15 Setting Color Reception...................................................................................8-15 Receiving While Registering, Copying, or Printing..............................................8-16 Receiving Faxes in Memory When a Problem Occurs........................................8-16 Canceling Receiving ......................................................................
Chapter 13: Troubleshooting If You Cannot Solve the Problem ........................................................................13-2 Clearing Jams......................................................................................................13-3 Jams in the ADF ..............................................................................................13-3 Jams in the Multi-Purpose Tray.......................................................................13-4 LCD Messages .....................
Introduction This chapter introduces you to your MultiPASS. You will find a summary of its features and details on how to use this guide. Welcome ....................................................................................................1-2 Main Features of the MultiPASS .............................................................1-3 Using Your Documentation ......................................................................1-5 How to Use This Guide ............................................
Welcome Thank you for purchasing the Canon MultiPASS C555 (hereafter referred to as the MultiPASS). The MultiPASS is a complete multifunction system for your home or small office. It combines the following essential office machines into a single, convenient, compact desktop unit: • • • • • • Color Printer Plain Paper Color Fax Machine PC Color Fax* Color Copier Color Scanner Telephone** With its multitasking ability, the MultiPASS enables you to perform a number of operations simultaneously.
■ Color Printer Features • Canon Bubble Jet (BJ) printing for first-rate crisp printing, vibrant colors, and simple maintenance • 720 (horizontal) × 360 (vertical) dpi high-resolution color printing at exceptional speed • Wide variety of print media available for printing (e.g. glossy photo paper, transparencies, back print film, etc.
■ Color Copier Features • Color copying • Black & white copying—up to 99 copies • 360-dpi high-resolution copying (single copies) • Copy reduction—70%, 80%, or 90% • Copy enlargement in COLOR SNAPSHOT mode—150% or 200% ■ Color Scanner Features • TWAIN compatible to scan images using any graphics or optical character recognition (OCR) applications that also support the TWAIN standard • 600 × 600 dpi full color and 256-level grayscale scanning • ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) for scanning up to 20 pages (le
Your MultiPASS includes the following documentation to help you use your MultiPASS quickly and easily: • MultiPASS C555 User’s Guide (this guide): Provides detailed information on how to set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot your MultiPASS. • MultiPASS Suite for Windows® Software User’s Guide: Describes how to use your MultiPASS to print, fax, and scan from within your PC’s Windows® environment. Refer to this guide whenever you need information about printing, faxing, or scanning using your PC.
Type Conventions Used in This Guide Please read the list below of symbols, terms, and abbreviations used in this guide. A complete glossary of terms is included at the end of this guide. c n Cautions tell you how to avoid actions that could injure you or damage your MultiPASS. In order to use your unit safely, always observe these cautions. Notes provide advice on using the MultiPASS more effectively, describe operating restrictions, and tell you how to avoid minor difficulties.
Your MultiPASS is designed with the latest technology to provide trouble-free operation. If you encounter a problem with the unit’s operation, try to solve it by using the information in Troubleshooting (1 Chapter 13). If you cannot solve the problem or if you think your MultiPASS needs servicing, contact the Customer Care Center. Getting Help From Canon Canon Computer Systems, Inc.
Important Safety Instructions Read these safety instructions thoroughly before using your MultiPASS, and keep them handy in case you need to refer to them later. c Except as specifically described in this guide, do not attempt to service the MultiPASS yourself. Never attempt to disassemble the unit: opening and removing its interior covers will expose you to dangerous voltages and other risks. For all service, contact the Customer Care Center.
■ Location • Place the MultiPASS on a flat, stable, vibration-free surface that is strong enough to support its weight (approx. 11.2 lb./5.1 kg). • Place the MultiPASS in a cool, dry, clean, well ventilated place. – Make sure the area is free from dust. – Make sure the location is not affected by extreme temperature changes, and always stays between 50° and 90.5°F (10° and 32.5°C). – Make sure the area’s relative humidity is always between 20% and 85%.
■ Power Supply • Plug the MultiPASS into a standard 120 V AC 60 Hz, three-prong grounded outlet. Only operate the MultiPASS from the type of power source indicated on the unit’s label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your local power company. • Use only the power cord that came with the unit. Using a longer cord or extension cord can cause the unit to malfunction.
Setting Up This chapter explains how to prepare your MultiPASS for use. Choosing a Location for the MultiPASS.................................................2-2 Dimensions.............................................................................................2-2 Unpacking the MultiPASS ........................................................................2-2 Do You Have Everything? ......................................................................2-2 Removing Shipping Materials ................
Choosing a Location for the MultiPASS Before unpacking your MultiPASS, read the guidelines in Important Safety Instructions (1 p. 1-7) to make sure you choose a location best suited for the MultiPASS. Dimensions Make sure the location you choose provides enough space around the MultiPASS for adequate ventilation, and to allow paper to flow freely into and out of the unit. Install the MultiPASS approximately 4 inches (10 cm) away from walls and other equipment. For the dimensions of the MultiPASS, (1 p.
e TELEPHONE LINE r DOCUMENT SUPPORT w POWER CORD t BJ CARTRIDGE CONTAINER y MultiPASS C555 UNIT u BCI-21 BLACK BJ TANK • If any of the items are damaged or missing, notify the Customer Care Center immediately. • In addition to the items shipped with your MultiPASS, you will need to purchase a printer cable to connect your MultiPASS to a PC. (1 p. 2-7) • Important! Save your sales receipt for proof of purchase in case your unit requires warranty service.
Removing Shipping Materials The MultiPASS has been packed with protective material to protect it during shipping. Remove this material as follows and keep it in case you need to transport the unit in the future: 1 Remove the shipping tapes from the top of the MultiPASS. 2 Remove the protective piece from the multipurpose tray. 4 Remove the shipping tape and protective piece from the output tray. 5 Open the document tray, then remove the shipping tapes and protective sheets.
Assembling the MultiPASS Follow this procedure to assemble the MultiPASS: To see how the MultiPASS will look fully assembled, 1 Main Components of the MultiPASS, p. 2-9. Setting Up n 1 Chapter 2 Hold the document support so that it curves toward the back of the unit and fit the tabs of the support into the slots above the ADF. 2 The MultiPASS comes with the document tray already attached.
Making Connections Connecting the Telephone Line and External Devices The MultiPASS has three jacks on the back for connection of the telephone line, a telephone, and an additional external device such as an extension phone, answering machine, or data modem. If you only have one telephone line and plan to use the MultiPASS for receiving both faxes and voice calls, you will need to connect a telephone and/or an answering machine to the unit. Be sure to connect any external device before using your MultiPASS.
Connecting the MultiPASS to Your PC Setting Up To connect the MultiPASS to your PC, you will need to purchase a printer cable that matches the interface connector on your PC: • A Centronics®-compatible parallel cable (IEEE 1284-compliant) no longer than 6.6 feet (2 meters) -or• A USB cable no longer than 16.4 feet (5 meters) You can purchase either of these cables from your local authorized Canon dealer. n You only need to connect one of the above cables.
Connecting the Power Cord Before connecting the power cord, read the guidelines in Important Safety Instructions. (1 p. 1-8) Follow this procedure to connect the power cord: Connect the supplied power cord to the power cord connector on the back of the MultiPASS. Then connect the other end into a properly grounded 120 V AC threeprong outlet. The MultiPASS has no power switch, so its power is on as long as it is plugged in. Once connected, though, the unit still needs to warm up before you can use it.
Main Components of the MultiPASS Before using your MultiPASS, take a few moments to look over the unit and become familiar with its components. DOCUMENT SUPPORT Holds documents as they feed into the ADF. ADF (AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER) and PRINTER COVER Holds documents to be scanned. PAPER REST Supports print media stacked in the multipurpose tray. PAPER GUIDE Keeps print media in position. Adjust to the width of the print media. MULTI-PURPOSE TRAY Holds plain paper and other print media.
Back View PARALLEL INTERFACE PORT USB PORT TELEPHONE JACK POWER CORD CONNECTOR EXTENSION PHONE/ ANSWERING MACHINE/ DATA MODEM JACK TELEPHONE LINE JACK Inside View PAPER THICKNESS LEVER Adjusts the gap between the print head and the print media to suit the print media’s thickness. (1 p. 5-6) C (CARTRIDGE) BUTTON Moves the cartridge holder to the center for replacement of the BJ cartridge or tanks.
Operation Panel ABC 01 DEF 2 1 ■ One-Touch Speed Dialing/Special Function Buttons (1 p. 2-12) Dial fax/telephone numbers pre-registered for one-touch speed dialing. Also used to perform special functions.
One-Touch Speed Dialing/Special Function Buttons The buttons on the right of the operation panel have the following two functions: • One-Touch Speed Dialing Buttons (1 pp. 6-5, 6-12) The buttons marked 01 to 12 can be used to dial fax/telephone numbers preregistered under these buttons. To use the one-touch speed dialing buttons, the Function button’s light must be off. • Special Function Buttons The special function buttons (marked under or to the sides of the buttons) are described below.
Installing the BJ Cartridge Install the BJ cartridge as explained in this section. Guidelines Follow these guidelines to ensure optimum performance of your BJ cartridges and tanks: • Store BJ cartridges and tanks at room temperature. • Keep BJ cartridges in their sealed packaging until you are ready to use them. • Once opened, use BJ tanks within six months and BJ cartridges within one year. • Do not remove BJ cartridges and tanks from the MultiPASS unnecessarily, or the ink in them may harden.
c The ink in the BJ cartridges and tanks is difficult to clean up if spilled. Follow these precautions when handling: • Carefully remove packaging from BJ cartridges and tanks. • Do not attempt to disassemble or refill BJ cartridges or tanks. • Do not shake or drop BJ cartridges or tanks, or tip the print head downward. Installing the BJ Cartridge in the MultiPASS When there is no BJ cartridge installed in the MultiPASS, the LCD displays PUT IN CARTRIDGE.
• Do not try to manually move or stop the cartridge holder since this may damage the unit. • Do not touch the components shown or any metal parts since this may adversely affect operation of the unit and/or affect print quality. RIBBON CABLE GUIDE RAIL ROUND SHAFT CIRCUIT BOARD 4 Raise the blue cartridge lock lever on the cartridge holder. 5 Remove the BJ cartridge from its package, then remove the orange protective cap q and tape w. c • Discard the cap and tape.
7 Press C. • The cartridge holder moves to its home position on the right side of the unit and begins cleaning the BJ cartridge print head. This process takes about 55 seconds. c 8 Close the printer cover. 9 Close the document tray. n 2-16 Do not try to manually move or stop the cartridge holder since this may damage the unit. If you need to unplug the MultiPASS, wait until the unit is in standby mode (date and receive mode displayed in the LCD).
Loading Paper This section describes how to load plain paper in the multi-purpose tray so that you can begin using your MultiPASS. Paper Guidelines • Store all print media wrapped and on a flat surface until ready to use. Keep opened packs in their original packaging, in a cool, dry location. • Store paper at 64.4°–75.2°F (18°–24°C), 40%–60% relative humidity. • To avoid paper jams and poor print quality, do not print on damp, curled, wrinkled, or torn paper.
• Do not leave paper stacked in the multi-purpose tray for long periods of time since it may bend or curl over time, and cause paper jams or misfeeding problems. • Certain environmental conditions, such as extreme temperatures or humidity, can cause some print media to misfeed in the multi-purpose tray. If you have trouble with print media becoming skewed or multiple sheets being fed, do not stack them in the multi-purpose tray, but feed them one sheet at a time.
Loading Paper in the Multi-Purpose Tray Follow this procedure to load paper in the multi-purpose tray: 1 Make sure the paper thickness lever is set to p (left). • For details, (1 p. 5-6). 2 Do not set the paper thickness lever while the MultiPASS is printing since this will cause problems. Raise the paper rest until it stops q, then move the paper guide to the left to match the size of your paper w.
Testing the MultiPASS After you have assembled the MultiPASS, installed the BJ cartridge, and loaded the paper, you can make sure the MultiPASS is printing properly by making several copies of a document. For instructions, (1 Chapter 10, Making Copies). If you have problems printing, (1 Chapter 13, Troubleshooting).
Chapter 3 This chapter describes the methods and guidelines for entering information in the MultiPASS. You will also find instructions for entering the sender information which is required before using your unit. Methods of Registering Information in the MultiPASS .........................3-2 Guidelines for Entering Numbers, Letters, and Symbols.....................3-3 Correcting a Mistake ..............................................................................
Methods of Registering Information in the MultiPASS To customize the MultiPASS to your particular needs, you can adjust the general operation, sending, receiving, printing, system settings, and speed dialing settings. There are two methods of adjusting these settings: ■ Method 1: Using the MultiPASS operation panel You can adjust settings directly via the operation panel of the MultiPASS. Detailed instructions are described in this guide.
Guidelines for Entering Numbers, Letters, and Symbols When you come to a step that requires you to enter a name or number, refer to the table below to determine which numeric button to press for the character you want: Button Letters (:A) Numbers (:1) 1 1 ABC 2 ABCabc 2 3 DEFdef 3 4 GHIghi 4 5 JKLjkl 5 MNOmno 6 7 PQRSpqrs 7 8 TUVtuv 8 WXYZwxyz 9 DEF Registering Information GHI JKL MNO 6 PRS TUV WXY 9 OPER 0 0 SYMBOLS # Letter input (:A) Number input (:1) Tone n If
■ Entering Letters 1 Press 2 Press the numeric button that contains the letter you want. Tone to switch to letter mode (:A). _ :A Ex: C :A Ex: CA :A _ :1 Ex: 1_ :1 Ex: 10_ :1 Ex: # :1 • Press repeatedly until the letter you want appears. Each button cycles through the letters it contains. • If you are unsure which button to press for the letter you want, (1 p. 3-3). 3 Continue entering other letters using the numeric buttons.
Correcting a Mistake You can clear an entire entry by pressing Clear. Alternatively, follow this procedure to correct individual characters: 04 06 1 Use or + to move the cursor under the incorrect character. Ex: CANEN :A 2 Use the numeric buttons to enter the correct character over the incorrect character. Ex: CANON :A 3 When you have finished making corrections, Set press to register your new entry.
Registering Required Sender Information In the United States, FCC rules governing the use of facsimile equipment state that the following sender information must be printed on every facsimile transmission: • Your fax number • Your personal name or company name • The time and date of transmission Your MultiPASS has been designed to print this information at the top of every fax you send.
Registering Sender Information Follow this procedure to set the current date and time, register the fax/telephone number for your MultiPASS, and register your name or company name: Function 1 Press 2 Press . 01 Data Registration . DATA REGSTRATION Set Press three times. USER SETTINGS • The date and time currently set for the unit are displayed. 4 Use the numeric buttons to enter the correct month, day, year, and time.
Set 9 Press . DATA ENTRY OK TX TERMINAL ID Stop 10 Press to return to standby mode. Ex: 12/27 FaxTel Printing a List to Check the Sender Information You can print the User’s Data List to check the sender information you have registered in the MultiPASS and also to check the current settings of your unit. Follow this procedure to print the User’s Data List: Function 1 Press . 07 2 Press . Report 08 3 Use 4 Press ACTIVITY REPORT 02 or to select USER DATA LIST. USER DATA LIST Set .
Setting the Telephone Line Type Before using your MultiPASS to make calls or send documents, you need to make sure the telephone line type setting of your unit matches the telephone line you have. If you are unsure of the type of telephone line you have, check with your local telephone company. Your unit is factory-set to operate with a tone line (TOUCH TONE). If you need to change the telephone line type setting to ROTARY PULSE, follow this procedure: Function 1 Press 2 Press 3 Press . 01 .
Chapter 4 Document Handling This chapter gives details on the requirements for documents you load into the MultiPASS. Whether you are sending, copying, or scanning a document, read this section carefully for information on the types of documents you can load, and instructions on loading documents for your specific needs. Chapter 4 Document Handling Document Handling Document Requirements .........................................................................4-2 Scanned Area of a Document ............
Document Requirements The documents you load into the ADF for sending, copying, and scanning must meet the requirements shown in the table below. Depending on your document, select automatic or manual document feed with the document feed lever located at the top of the operation panel. a (Automatic Document Feed) m (Manual Document Feed) Type of document Multipage documents of the same thickness and weight. • Thick paper • Documents with uneven surfaces • Photographs • Small documents (e.g.
Scanned Area of a Document The shaded area in the illustration below shows the scanned area of a document. Make sure your document’s text and graphics are within this area. MAX. 0.16" (MAX. 4.0 mm) Letter/Legal MAX. 0.18" (MAX. 4.5 mm) Document Handling MAX. 0.16" (MAX. 4.0 mm) COLOR FAX: MAX. 0.24" (MAX. 6.0 mm) MAX. 0.18" (MAX. 4.5 mm) Loading Documents Follow this procedure to load documents into the ADF: 1 Open the document tray.
3 Adjust the document guides to the width of the document. (Automatic document feed) (Manual document feed) 4 Gently insert the document, face down (top of the document first), into the ADF until you hear a beep. • Tap multipage documents on a flat surface to even the edges before inserting them into the ADF. (Automatic document feed) The document is now ready for scanning. (Manual document feed) • For a multipage document, the pages are fed one by one from the bottom of the stack.
Problems With Multipage Documents If you have trouble feeding multipage documents into the ADF, remove the stack and tap it on a flat surface to even the edges. Then “slant” the stack so that its front edge is bevelled and insert the stack into the ADF. n Make sure the document meets the document requirements. (1 p.
Chapter 5 Paper Handling This chapter describes how to select, prepare, and load print media in the MultiPASS. It also gives details on special print media. Chapter 5 Paper Handling Paper Handling Print Media Requirements .......................................................................5-2 Printable Areas .......................................................................................5-3 Selecting Print Media ...............................................................................
Print Media Requirements You can stack the following media in the multi-purpose tray: Paper Thickness Lever Position Print Media Size Weight Capacity Plain paper Letter (8.5 × 11 in./ 215.9 × 279.4 mm) Legal (8.5 × 14 in./ 215.9 × 355.6 mm) A4 (8.27 × 11.69 in./ 210 × 297 mm) 17–24 lb. (64–90 g/m2) Approx. 100 sheets* (Max. 0.4 in./10 mm stack) p (Left) 17–24 lb. (64–90 g/m2) Approx. 100 sheets* (Max. 0.4 in./10 mm stack) p (Left) 17–24 lb. (64–90 g/m2) Approx. 100 sheets* (Max. 0.4 in.
Printable Areas To ensure optimum print quality, the MultiPASS allows for a margin along each edge of the media. ■ Papers The shaded areas below show the printable area of papers. Be sure to print within these areas. 8.5" (215.9 mm) 8.5" (215.9 mm) 0.12" (3 mm) 0.12" (3 mm) 11" (279.4 mm) LETTER FEED DIRECTION FEED DIRECTION LEGAL 14" (355.6 mm) 0.28" (7 mm)* 0.25" (6.4 mm) 0.25" (6.4 mm) 0.28" (7 mm)* 0.25" (6.4 mm) 0.25" (6.4 mm) 8.27" (210 mm) 0.12" (3 mm) A4 FEED DIRECTION 0.
Selecting Print Media This section describes the different print media you can use with your MultiPASS. To achieve the best possible printing performance of your MultiPASS, be sure to select the correct print media. n • Be sure to test print media before purchasing large quantities. ■ Plain Paper The MultiPASS supports letter, legal, and A4-size paper in portrait orientation. You can use regular copier paper, cotton bond paper, and typical letterhead.
■ Bubble Jet Paper LC-301 Canon Bubble Jet Paper LC-301 has been developed for high quality printing with minimal or no smearing or running when in contact with water or damp surfaces. This specially coated paper produces bright and vivid colors and stands up to normal office highlighters, unlike images printed on other paper. ■ Fabric Sheet FS-101 Canon Fabric Sheet FS-101 is a machine-washable white cotton sheet for printing images or scanned photographs.
Setting the Paper Thickness Lever The paper thickness lever adjusts the gap between the print head and the print media to suit the print media’s thickness. Before printing, be sure to set the paper thickness lever. For details on which position to set the paper thickness lever for the print media you are using, (1 p. 5-2). n If the paper thickness lever is not set correctly before printing, smudging and poor print quality may result.
4 Set the paper thickness lever. • For details on which position to set for the print media you are using, (1 p. 5-2). C In Bart k Cri C l-dg o 2e M lo 1 r a Jd ae p a in n C BartInk BCl-rid la 2ge M c1 a Jd k ae p a in n p (LEFT) POSITION e (RIGHT) POSITION Press C. 5 • The cartridge holder moves to its home position on the right side of the unit and begins cleaning the BJ cartridge print head. This process takes about 55 seconds*.
Loading Envelopes You can load up to 10 envelopes in the multi-purpose tray for automatic feeding into the MultiPASS. For details on the types of envelopes you can load, (1 p. 5-4). Follow this procedure to load envelopes in the multi-purpose tray: 1 Make sure the paper thickness lever is set to e (right). • For details, (1 p. 5-6). c 2 Do not set the paper thickness lever while the MultiPASS is printing since this will cause problems.
3 Insert the stack of envelopes into the multi-purpose tray until it stops q, so that the right edge of the stack is aligned with the right side of the multipurpose tray. Slide the paper guide snugly against the left edge of the stack w. 1 2 • Insert the envelopes with the print side up (flaps should not be visible). • Feed the top of the envelope (return address portion) into the multi-purpose tray first. • Make sure the stack is below the paper limit mark (P).
Using Canon Specialty Print Media This section provides guidelines for printing on Canon specialty print media and describes special procedures required for high resolution paper, fabric sheets, and banner paper. Specialty Print Media Guidelines n Be sure to read any instructions that come with your Canon specialty print media, as these provide important information on how to achieve the highest print quality.
Printing on High Resolution Paper To load high resolution paper in the MultiPASS, follow the same procedure as for loading paper in the multi-purpose tray (1 p. 2-19). However, before printing, be sure to raise both paper output guides as shown below: The paper output guides support the printed sheet as it exits the unit. This will keep the sheet from sagging and pulling through the unit as it exits, which can lead to poor print quality.
2 Remove the backings from the two tapes on the cleaning sheet. 3 With the sticky side toward you and going into the multi-purpose tray first, insert the cleaning sheet into the multi-purpose tray until it stops q, so that the right edge of the sheet is aligned with the right side of the multipurpose tray. Slide the paper guide snugly against the left edge of the sheet w. 1 2 Function 4 Press 5 Press . 10 . Cleaning 08 NOZZLE CHECK 02 6 Use or CLEANING.
Printing on Fabric Sheets Canon Fabric Sheet FS-101 comes with a booklet that describes special handling procedures. Be sure to read this booklet for special information on fabric sheets. n • Do not use the fixing agent provided with the Canon Fabric Sheet FS-101. This agent is not necessary when printing with the MultiPASS. • Do not touch newly printed fabric sheets until the ink has dried completely. This takes about an hour.
Printing on Banner Paper Banner paper is a continuous sheet of paper with perforations at equal distances along its length, where it can be cut to the length required. For best results, use Canon Banner Paper. To set up a print job on banner paper, you must decide on the number of sheets you need. You can print banners from two to six sheets in length. n Always leave an extra sheet at the end of the banner—just in case the type runs over.
2 Raise both paper output guides. 3 Make sure the paper thickness lever is set to p (left). • For details, (1 p. 5-6). c 4 Do not set the paper thickness lever while the MultiPASS is printing since this will cause problems. C In Bart k Cri C l-dg o 2e M lo 1 r a Jd ae p a in n C BartInk BCl-rid la 2ge M c1 a Jd k ae p a in n Cut the banner paper along one of the perforations to the length required. 5 Chapter 5 Paper Handling • Your banner can be up to six sheets (66 inches/1676 mm) long.
6 Gently fold along the perforations between the first and second sheets. 7 Insert the first sheet into the multipurpose tray until it stops q, so that the right edge of the sheet is aligned with the right side of the multi-purpose tray. Slide the paper guide against the left edge of the sheet, leaving a 0.04 inch (1 mm) gap between the paper guide and the edge of the sheet w. • Make sure the sheet is under the tab on the multi-purpose tray.
Chapter 6 Speed Dialing This chapter describes how to register and use the speed dialing features of your MultiPASS. Speed Dialing What is Speed Dialing?............................................................................6-2 Speed Dialing Methods ..........................................................................6-2 One-Touch Speed Dialing ........................................................................6-3 Registering Numbers for One-Touch Speed Dialing ............................
What is Speed Dialing? Speed dialing allows you to streamline and customize dialing procedures by registering a fax/telephone number and name under a button or code. You can then dial that number by pressing only one or a few buttons. Speed Dialing Methods The three speed dialing methods available with your MultiPASS are as follows: ■ One-Touch Speed Dialing (2 p. 6-3) One-touch speed dialing allows you to send a document or dial a telephone number by pressing only one button.
One-Touch Speed Dialing Registering Numbers for One-Touch Speed Dialing One-touch speed dialing allows you to dial a fax/telephone number at the press of one button. You can register up to 12 fax/telephone numbers; one for every one-touch speed dialing button on the operation panel. n You can also register fax/telephone numbers for one-touch speed dialing from the MultiPASS Suite.
7 Use the numeric buttons to enter the fax/ telephone number you want to register (max. 120 digits, including spaces and pauses). Ex: TEL=20 545 8545_ • To enter a space, press Space. Spaces are optional and are ignored during dialing. • To enter a pause, press Redial/Pause. • To correct a mistake in the number, press l to delete the rightmost digit. • To delete an entire entry or to change a previous entry, press Clear.
Using One-Touch Speed Dialing To use this feature, you must first register a number for one-touch speed dialing. (1 p. 6-3) Follow this procedure to send documents using one-touch speed dialing: 1 Open the document tray. 2 Adjust the document feed lever for the document you are loading. (2 p. 4-2) 3 Prepare the document and load it, face down, in the ADF. (2 p. 4-3) MEMORY USED 0% (Currently used memory) • For color sending, press Color/B&W to turn on its light. (1 p.
Coded Speed Dialing Registering Numbers for Coded Speed Dialing Coded speed dialing allows you to dial a fax/telephone number by pressing only three buttons. First you press Coded Dial and then you enter a two-digit code under which you have registered a fax/telephone number. You can register up to 100 fax/telephone numbers for coded speed dialing. n You can also register fax/telephone numbers for coded speed dialing from the MultiPASS Suite.
9 Use the numeric buttons to enter the fax/ telephone number you want to register (max. 120 digits, including spaces and pauses). Ex: TEL=3 3758 2111_ • To enter a space, press Space. Spaces are optional and are ignored during dialing. • To enter a pause, press Redial/Pause. • To correct a mistake in the number, press l to delete the rightmost digit. • To delete an entire entry or to change a previous entry, press Clear.
Using Coded Speed Dialing To use this feature, you must first register a number for coded speed dialing. (1 p. 6-6) Follow this procedure to send documents using coded speed dialing: 1 Open the document tray. 2 Adjust the document feed lever for the document you are loading. (2 p. 4-2) 3 Prepare the document and load it, face down, in the ADF. (2 p. 4-3) MEMORY USED 0% (Currently used memory) • For color sending, press Color/B&W to turn its light. (1 p.
Group Dialing Creating Groups If you frequently send the same document to several destinations, you can create a group of these destinations and register them under a speed dialing button or code. This enables you to press a single one-touch speed dialing button, or press Coded Dial and enter a two-digit code to send the same document to all the destinations in the group. n • You can only group numbers that have already been registered for one-touch or coded speed dialing.
❚ To register a group under a coded speed dialing code: Coded Dial Press , then use the numeric buttons to enter the code under which you want to register the group (00 to 99). Ex: A21= • If a coded speed dialing code has already been registered, CODED SPEED or GROUP DIAL appears. If you wish to register a group under a button or code already registered for speed dialing, or you want to re-enter a group, you must delete the previous information first. (1 pp. 6-3, 6-6) n Set 8 Press twice.
Set 10 Press twice. NAME _ 11 Use the numeric buttons to enter a name for Ex: the group (max.16 characters, including spaces). :A Canon GROUP 2_ :1 • If you are unsure how to enter characters, (1 p. 3-3). • To enter a new name for a group already registered, press Clear, then enter the new name. Set 12 Press . DATA ENTRY OK Ex: 04=1-TOUCH SPD 13 To continue registering other groups, repeat the procedure from step 7. Stop -orPress to return to standby mode.
Using Group Dialing To use this feature, you must first register a group of fax numbers for one-touch or coded speed dialing. (1 p. 6-9) Follow this procedure to send a document to a group of destinations registered under a one-touch speed dialing button or coded speed dialing code: 1 Open the document tray. 2 Adjust the document feed lever for the document you are loading. (2 p. 4-2) 3 Prepare the document and load it, face down, in the ADF. (2 p.
Speed Dialing Lists You can print lists of destinations registered for one-touch and coded speed dialing, and group dialing. Keep these lists near your MultiPASS so you can refer to them when dialing. Printing Speed Dialing Lists Follow this procedure to print speed dialing lists: Function 1 Press 2 Press . 07 . Report 08 3 Use 4 Press ACTIVITY REPORT 02 or to select SPEED DIAL LIST. SPEED DIAL LIST Set . 08 5 1-TOUCH LIST 02 Use or to print.
■ 1-Touch Spd Dial List 12/27/2000 17:23 FAX 123 4567 CANON 001 *********************************** 12/27/2000 17:23 FAX 123 4567 CANON *** 1-TOUCH SPD DIAL LIST *** NO. [ [ [ [ [ 01] 03] 04] 05] 12] 001 *********************************** *********************************** CONNECTION TEL CONNECTION LIST *** 1-TOUCH SPD DIAL ***ID *********************************** Canon CANADA 905 795 1111 GROUP DIAL 2 50921 NO.
Chapter 7 Sending Faxes This chapter describes how to use your MultiPASS to send faxes. Chapter 7 Sending Faxes Sending Faxes Preparing to Send a Fax ..........................................................................7-2 Documents You Can Fax........................................................................7-2 Adjusting the Quality of Your Faxes .......................................................7-2 Setting Color or Black & White Transmission ....................................
Preparing to Send a Fax Documents You Can Fax For information on the types of documents you can fax, their requirements, and details on loading documents, (1 Chapter 4, Document Handling). Adjusting the Quality of Your Faxes Canon’s Ultra High Quality (UHQ™) imaging technology enables you to send documents that are very close to the quality of the original. The MultiPASS allows you to send a document in color or black & white, and to adjust the resolution and contrast to best suit your particular document.
■ For black & white sending, set the resolution as follows: Color / B&W 1 Make sure the light above is turned off. • If not, press Color/B&W to turn it off. Image Quality 2 Press to select the resolution setting you want. Ex: FAX PHOTO • You can select from the following: – FAX STANDARD Suitable for most text-only documents. – FAX FINE Suitable for fine-print documents. – FAX PHOTO Suitable for documents that contain images such as photos.
Setting the Scanning Contrast Contrast is the difference in brightness between the lightest and darkest parts of a printed document. You can adjust the contrast the MultiPASS uses to send or copy black & white documents. Adjust according to how light or dark your document is. n For sending, you can also set the scanning contrast from the MultiPASS Suite. (1 MultiPASS Suite User’s Guide) Follow this procedure to set the scanning contrast: Function 1 Press 2 Press 3 Press . 01 Data Registration .
Dialing Methods There are several ways of dialing the number of the party you want to send to. They are as follows: • Regular Dialing Dial a fax number by using the numeric buttons, just like dialing a telephone number. • One-Touch Speed Dialing Dial a fax number by pressing the one-touch speed dialing button (01 to 12) that the number is assigned to. For details on registering and using one-touch speed dialing, (1 pp. 6-3, 6-5).
Sending Methods This section describes the methods and advantages of the two main sending methods: Memory sending and Manual sending. Memory Sending Memory sending is a quick and easy way to send a document. The MultiPASS scans the document into its memory, and as the first page of a multipage document is being scanned, the unit begins calling the other party and transmitting the information even as the remaining pages are being scanned.
Start 5 Press to begin scanning for sending, or if you used speed dialing, wait a few seconds for the MultiPASS to begin scanning automatically. • If you prefer the MultiPASS never to scan a document automatically after a few seconds, disable the TIME OUT setting. (1 p. 14-5) • To cancel sending once dialing has started, press Stop then T. (1 p. 7-9) n • You can scan up to 30 different documents for memory sending.
5 Dial the other party’s fax/telephone number. • For dialing methods, (1 p. 7-5). • If you make a mistake during dialing, press Hook or hang up the handset and start again from step 4. 6 Ex: TEL= 7654321 When you hear the other party answer the call, pick up the handset to start talking. • If you pressed Hook in step 4 instead of lifting the handset, you will hear the other party’s voice but they will not be able to hear you through the speaker. Pick up the handset to talk to the other party.
Canceling Sending Follow this procedure if you want to stop sending a document before transmission is completed: ■ Cancel manual sending as follows: Stop 1 Press . • The transmission is canceled. • The MultiPASS prints an Error TX Report. (1 p. 11-4) ■ Cancel memory sending as follows: Stop 1 Press . • The MultiPASS asks you to confirm that you want to cancel sending. 2 Press Tone CANCEL? AYES #NO YES=(A) NO=(#) to cancel sending. • Sending is not canceled until you press T.
Redialing When the Line is Busy There are two methods of redialing: Manual redialing and Automatic redialing. This section explains these two methods. Manual Redialing Press Redial/Pause to dial the last number you dialed with the numeric buttons. (This starts redialing regardless of whether automatic redialing is enabled.) Canceling Manual Redialing To cancel manual redialing, press Stop.
Stop 2 Press . CANCEL? AYES #NO • The MultiPASS asks you to confirm that you want to cancel. 3 Press YES=(A) NO=(#) to cancel redialing. Tone • Redialing is not canceled until you press T. • If you change your mind and want to continue redialing, press #. • The MultiPASS prints an Error TX Report. (1 p. 11-4) n If you want to cancel a transmission while the unit is waiting to redial, (1 Deleting a Document From Memory, p. 7-18).
Set 8 9 Press twice. Use the numeric buttons to enter the number of times you want the unit to redial. REDIAL TIMES Ex: 2TIMES Ex: 5TIMES • You can select from 1 to 10 times. • The default setting is twice. Set 10 Press twice. 11 Use the numeric buttons to enter the time REDIAL INTERVAL Ex: 2MIN. Ex: 5MIN. interval between redialings. • You can select from 2 to 99 minutes. • The default setting is 2 minutes. Set 12 Press . TIME OUT Stop 13 Press 7-12 to return to standby mode.
Sequential Broadcasting Sending a Document to More Than One Destination This feature allows you to scan a document once and send it to several destinations. You can send the document to a maximum of 113 destinations using a combination of the following dialing methods: • One-touch speed dialing: up to 12 destinations • Coded speed dialing: up to 100 destinations • Regular dialing (using the numeric buttons): one destination You can enter the destinations in any order.
❚ Regular dialing: Use the numeric buttons to enter the fax Set number, then press to add the number to the broadcast list. Ex: TEL=2 887 0166 • You can only enter one fax number this way. • If you enter an incorrect destination, press Function, then Clear. Then press Function again, and enter the correct destination. • You must enter the second number within five seconds of entering the first number. All subsequent numbers must be dialed within 10 seconds.
Delayed Sending You can use your MultiPASS to send faxes at a preset time. This feature is called Delayed sending or Timer sending. By using this feature, you can take advantage of lower long distance rates at night, for example. n • You can only set this feature from the MultiPASS Suite. (1 MultiPASS Suite User’s Guide) • To use this feature, your PC must be turned on and connected to the MultiPASS.
Documents Stored in Memory Printing a List of Documents in Memory The MultiPASS can print a list of documents stored in memory, along with the transaction number (TX/RX NO.) of each document. Once you know the transaction number of a document in memory, you can print it or delete it. These procedures are described later in this chapter. Follow this procedure to print a list of documents in memory: Function 1 Press 2 Press 3 Press . 04 Memory Reference . DOC. MEMORY LIST Set .
Follow this procedure to print a document stored in memory: Function 1 Press . 04 2 Press Memory Reference 08 . DOC. MEMORY LIST 02 3 Use 4 Press 5 Use or to select the transaction number (TX/RX NO.) of the document you want to print. to select PRINT DOCUMENT. or PRINT DOCUMENT Set . 08 Ex: TX/RX NO. Ex: TX/RX NO. A0003 0001 02 • The marks before the transaction number (TX/RX NO.
Deleting a Document From Memory Follow this procedure to delete a document from memory: Function 1 Press 2 Press 3 Use or DOCUMENT. 4 Press . 04 Memory Reference 08 . DOC. MEMORY LIST 02 to select DELETE DELETE DOCUMENT Set . 08 5 Ex: TX/RX NO. Ex: TX/RX NO. A0004 0001 02 Use or to select the transaction number (TX/RX NO.) of the document you want to delete. • The marks before the transaction number (TX/RX NO.
Receiving Faxes This chapter explains the different methods for receiving faxes and also contains useful information on fax reception. Different Ways to Receive a Fax .............................................................8-2 Receiving Both Faxes and Telephone Calls Automatically: Fax/Tel Mode.......................................................................................8-3 Setting Fax/Tel Mode..........................................................................
Different Ways to Receive a Fax The MultiPASS provides you with several modes for receiving faxes. To determine which mode best suits your requirements, refer to the table below: Receive Mode Main Use Operation Requirements Details Fax/Tel Mode Fax/Tel Automatically switches between fax and voice calls. Receives faxes automatically and rings for voice calls. Extension phone connected to the MultiPASS. (1 p. 8-3) MANUAL MODE Tel MultiPASS rings for every call, whether a fax call or a voice call.
Set this mode if you want your MultiPASS to automatically switch between voice and fax calls. n For this mode, you need to have an extension phone connected to your MultiPASS. (1 p. 2-6) Setting Fax/Tel Mode Your MultiPASS is factory-set to Fax/Tel Mode. If you have not changed the receive mode to FAX ONLY MODE or DRPD, simply follow this procedure: Receive Mode 1 to select Fax/Tel Mode.
Setting the Options for Fax/Tel Mode If you set Fax/Tel Mode, you can control precisely how the MultiPASS handles incoming calls by adjusting the following settings: • Adjust the time the unit takes to check whether a call is from a fax machine or a telephone (RING START TIME setting). • Adjust the length of time the unit rings when the call is a voice call (F/T RING TIME setting).
1 Follow steps 1 to 9 (1 p. 8-3). 2 Press 3 Use the numeric buttons to enter the time the unit waits before ringing when it receives a call. Receiving Faxes Follow this procedure to set the Fax/Tel Mode options: RING START TIME Set . Ex: 8SEC Ex: 9SEC • You can select from 0 to 30 seconds. • The default setting is eight seconds. Set 4 5 Press twice. F/T RING TIME Use the numeric buttons to enter the time the unit rings while waiting for someone to pick up the extension phone.
Receiving Faxes Manually: MANUAL MODE In MANUAL MODE, if you connect a telephone or an extension phone to your MultiPASS, you can receive voice calls as well as manually activate reception of faxes. You can activate reception from the MultiPASS or from the telephone or extension phone connected to the unit (this is called Remote receiving). n • For this mode, you need to have an extension phone connected to your MultiPASS. (1 p. 2-6) • Make sure the REMOTE RX setting is enabled (1 p. 14-6).
Receiving Faxes ❚ If you hear a slow beep tone or silence: Someone is trying to send you a fax. Start If the telephone is close to your unit, press on the MultiPASS to begin receiving the fax. Hang up the handset. • If the extension phone is located away from your unit, dial 25 (the remote receiving ID) on the telephone or extension phone and hang up. • The MultiPASS begins receiving the fax. n Chapter 8 • You can change the number for the remote receiving ID (00 to 99), or disable remote receiving.
Receiving Faxes Automatically: FAX ONLY MODE If you have a separate telephone line for the MultiPASS, set FAX ONLY MODE for the MultiPASS to answer all calls as fax calls. Setting FAX ONLY MODE Follow this procedure to set the receive mode to FAX ONLY MODE: Function 1 Press 2 Press 3 Press . 01 Data Registration . DATA REGSTRATION Set . USER SETTINGS 08 4 Use 5 Press 6 Use 7 Press 8 Use 9 Press 02 to select RX SETTINGS. or RX SETTINGS Set . ECM RX 08 02 to select RX MODE.
Connecting an answering machine to the MultiPASS allows you to receive faxes and telephone messages while you are out of the office. In ANS.MACHINE MODE, the MultiPASS allows the answering machine to answer incoming calls, then listens for the fax tone and automatically receives the fax if it detects this tone. Setting ANS.MACHINE MODE n For this mode, you need to have an answering machine or a telephone with an answering machine connected to your unit. (1 p.
Receiving Using the Distinctive Ring Pattern Detection Feature: DRPD Some telephone companies offer a Distinctive Ring Pattern (DRP) service whereby they assign two or more telephone numbers with distinctive ring patterns to a single telephone line. If your telephone company offers such a service, you can have both a fax number(s) and a telephone number(s) for your MultiPASS using only one telephone line.
4 Use 5 Press 6 Use 7 Press Receiving Faxes 08 02 to select RX SETTINGS. or RX SETTINGS Set . ECM RX 08 02 to select RX MODE. or RX MODE Set . Ex: 08 8 Use 9 Press FAX/TEL AUTO SW 02 to select DRPD. or DRPD Set . 08 NORMAL RING 02 10 Use or to select the type of ring pattern you want to set. Ex: DOUBLE RING • You can select from the following: – NORMAL RING – DOUBLE RING – SHORT-SHORT-LONG – SHORT-LONG-SHORT – OTHER RING TYPE Set 11 Press twice.
13 Press twice. DATA ENTRY OK UNIT NAME 14 Use the numeric buttons to enter your name Ex: or company name for the ring pattern you selected in step 10 (max. 24 characters, including spaces). _ :A CANON :A • This name is transmitted to the caller’s fax machine and displayed in the caller’s LCD as verification. • If you are unsure how to enter characters, (1 p. 3-3). • If you make a mistake, press Clear and start again. Set 15 Press twice.
When there is an incoming call, the MultiPASS checks the incoming ring pattern and determines the type of pattern being received. The MultiPASS may require up to 10 seconds to determine the pattern type. During this time, any telephone device connected to the MultiPASS reacts according to how you registered the setting. Your Setting Incoming Call From Fax Incoming Call From Telephone TEL Rings to alert you to pick up the handset of the telephone. Press Start to receive the fax (similar to MANUAL MODE).
Receiving Faxes to the MultiPASS Suite When your PC is on, you can set the MultiPASS Suite to automatically upload incoming faxes from the MultiPASS to your PC. (1 MultiPASS Suite User’s Guide) When Your PC is Off If you have set the MultiPASS Suite to upload to faxes from your MultiPASS to your PC, you can set the MultiPASS to either save the faxes in memory or upload them to your PC when your computer is off.
Your MultiPASS has been factory-set to receive faxes in color from fax machines with color capability. When receiving a fax, your MultiPASS detects if the incoming fax is a color or black & white transaction, and prints the fax accordingly. For automatic printing of received color faxes, you need to have the Color or Photo BJ cartridge installed in your unit. If you have the Black BJ cartridge installed, the MultiPASS will receive the color fax in memory.
Receiving While Registering, Copying, or Printing Since the MultiPASS is a multitasking device, it can receive faxes and voice calls while you are entering your user information, making copies, or printing. If you receive a fax while you are copying or printing, the MultiPASS stores the incoming fax in memory. Then, as soon as you finish copying or printing, the MultiPASS automatically prints the fax.
Special Features This chapter describes the special features of the MultiPASS. Special Dialing ....................................................................................9-2 Dialing Through a Switchboard........................................................9-2 Dialing an Overseas Number (With Pauses)...................................9-2 Switching Temporarily to Tone Dialing .............................................
Special Dialing This section explains special dialing features, such as dialing through a switchboard, dialing overseas numbers, and switching temporarily to tone dialing. Dialing Through a Switchboard A PBX (Private Branch Exchange) is an on-site telephone switchboard. If your MultiPASS is connected through a PBX or other telephone switching system, you have to dial the outside line access number first, and then dial the number of the party you are calling.
6 Use the numeric buttons to dial the country code, the area code, and the fax/telephone number of the other party. Ex: TEL= 011p811234 Ex: TEL= 011p811234P • If you enter the wrong number, press Stop and start again from step 4. If necessary, press to enter a pause. • A pause at the end of a number (P) is fixed to ten seconds. Special Features Redial /Pause 7 Start 8 Press to begin scanning for sending. • To cancel the transmission once dialing has started, press Stop then T. (1 p.
4 Use the numeric buttons to enter the numbers requested by the information service. Ex: TEL=7654321TA34 • Numbers entered after pressing T will be dialed using tone dialing. Hook 5 When you have finished, press to disconnect the call. • If you used the telephone or extension phone, hang up the handset to disconnect the call. • Tone dialing is canceled when you disconnect the call.
Chapter 10 This chapter describes how to use your MultiPASS to make copies and explains how to adjust settings for copying and printing. Documents You Can Copy .....................................................................10-2 Copying Documents...............................................................................10-2 Setting the Length of the Bottom Margin ............................................
Documents You Can Copy For information on the types of documents you can copy, their requirements, and details on loading documents, (1 Chapter 4, Document Handling). Copying Documents One of the MultiPASS’ convenient features is its ability to make high-quality black & white and color copies. Follow this procedure to make copies: 1 Open the document tray. 2 Adjust the document feed lever for the document you are loading. (2 p. 4-2) 3 Prepare the document and load it, face down, in the ADF. (2 p.
❚ For black & white copying: Color / B&W Make sure the button’s light is off, Ex: Image Quality then press B&W TEXT to select the image quality setting you want. 6 To make a reduction or enlargement of your 08 document, press , then use Ex: COPY 80% 01 Ex: COPY 80% 05 02 Function Making Copies • If the Color/B&W button’s light is on, press Color/B&W to turn it off. • You can select from the following: – B&W TEXT Suitable for most text documents.
Setting the Length of the Bottom Margin You can adjust the length of the bottom margin for color reception. The default margin length is NORMAL (0.83 inches/21 mm). Follow this procedure to set the length of the bottom margin: Function 1 Press 2 Press 3 Press . 01 Data Registration . DATA REGSTRATION Set . USER SETTINGS 08 02 4 Use 5 Press 6 Use 7 Press 8 Use or to select the length of the bottom margin for color reception. to select PRINTER SETTINGS. or PRINTER SETTINGS Set .
Chapter 11 Reports and Lists This chapter describes the reports and lists that can be printed from your MultiPASS. Chapter 11 Reports and Lists Reports and Lists Summary of Lists and Reports .............................................................11-2 Activity Report ........................................................................................11-3 Transmission (TX) Report ......................................................................11-4 Multi-Transaction (TX/RX) Report ........
Summary of Lists and Reports The table below shows the lists and reports that can be printed from your MultiPASS. Refer to the pages indicated for more details. 11-2 Report or List Description Details User’s Data List Lists the current settings of your MultiPASS and the registered sender information. (1 p. 3-8) Activity Report Shows recent facsimile transactions performed by your MultiPASS. Prints automatically after every 20 transactions.
Activity Report The MultiPASS is factory-set to automatically print an Activity Report after every 20 transactions. If you want to print an Activity Report before it is automatically printed, follow this procedure: n If you prefer the MultiPASS not to print an Activity Report after every 20 transactions, disable the AUTO PRINT setting. (1 p. 14-4) Function 1 Press 2 Press 3 Press . 07 . Report ACTIVITY REPORT Set . PRINTING REPORT • The MultiPASS prints an Activity Report.
Transmission (TX) Report The MultiPASS is factory-set to print a transmission (TX) report only when an error occurs during sending. To change this setting, (1 TX REPORT, p. 14-4). If you set the MultiPASS to print a report, a TX Report or an Error TX Report, similar to the ones below, will be printed depending on the setting you select. 12/27/2000 14:59 FAX 123 4567 CANON 001 *********************** *** TX REPORT *** *********************** TRANSMISSION OK TX/RX NO CONNECTION TEL CONNECTION ID ST.
Multi-Transaction (TX/RX) Report If the transmission was a sequential broadcast, a Multi TX/RX Report, similar to the one below, will be printed.
Chapter 12 Maintenance This chapter explains periodic cleaning procedures and replacement of BJ cartridges and tanks. Chapter 12 Maintenance Maintenance Periodic Cleaning ...................................................................................12-2 Cleaning the MultiPASS’ Exterior .........................................................12-2 Cleaning the MultiPASS’ Interior ..........................................................12-2 Cleaning Inside the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder)......
Periodic Cleaning Your MultiPASS requires little periodic maintenance. This section describes the necessary cleaning procedures for your MultiPASS. Please note the following before cleaning your unit: • Be sure to disconnect the power cord before cleaning the MultiPASS. Since documents in memory are erased when the power is disconnected, print any documents stored in memory before disconnecting the power cord. (1 pp.
3 Lift the document guides to open the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder). DOCUMENT GUIDES • If the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) does not open easily, slide the document guides outward and then open the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder). • Or slide the Document Feed Lever to either the automatic or manual setting. Do not touch the components shown or any metal parts since this may adversely affect operation of the unit and/or affect print quality.
12-4 7 Close the document tray. 8 Reconnect the power cord.
Cleaning the Scanner Components Follow this procedure to periodically check and clean the scanner components: 1 Disconnect the power cord from the MultiPASS. 2 Open the document tray. 3 Open the operation panel partially by gently pulling it toward you. 4 While holding the operation panel open, clean these components: • Separation guide and separation roller Wipe with a clean, soft, dry, lint-free cloth.
5 Clean the shaded area of the operation panel. • Dirt and dust particles that collect on the underside of the operation panel affect the quality of the documents you copy or send. 6 Use a clean, soft, dry, lint-free cloth to wipe up paper dust from the areas (shaded) surrounding the separation roller. SEPARATION ROLLER 7 When you are finished, close the operation panel by pressing it down from the center.
BJ Cartridge BJ Cartridges and BJ Tanks Canon offers several BJ cartridges and tanks for use with the MultiPASS. ■ BC-21e Color BJ Cartridge (Included with the MultiPASS) B Ca rtrInk Cl- idge Col or 21 Ma Ja de pa in n B BC -2 1e Ma de in Ja pa n Ca rtrInk BlaCl-2 idge ck 1 Ma Ja de pa in n CaColor rtri BJ dg e Contains the print head unit and two replaceable BJ tanks, one color (cyan, magenta, yellow) and one black.
n • To help ensure the maximum life of your BJ cartridges, always follow the guidelines for cartridge maintenance. (1 p. 2-13) • For optimum printing results and to avoid printing problems, Canon recommends that you only use the Canon BJ cartridges and tanks mentioned in this guide. When to Replace a BJ Cartridge or BJ Tank How frequently you need to replace a BJ cartridge or tank depends on how you use your MultiPASS.
1 Print the nozzle check pattern. (--> p. 12-10) Satisfactory Unsatisfactory 2 There is no problem with the BJ cartridge or tanks. Try adjusting the print settings. (--> MultiPASS Suite User’s Guide) 2 Perform print head cleaning. (--> p. 12-11) • You can clean the print head up to five consecutive times if necessary. 3 Print the nozzle check pattern again. (--> p. 12-10) Satisfactory You should now be able to print properly.
Testing and Cleaning the BJ Cartridge Print Head The print head in the BJ cartridge contains nozzles through which ink is propelled onto the paper. To maintain the best possible print quality, these nozzles need to be cleaned from time to time. Your MultiPASS is equipped with a print head cleaning function that does this. Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Before cleaning the print head, you may want to print the nozzle check pattern to test the print head of the BJ cartridge installed in the MultiPASS.
Cleaning the BJ Cartridge Print Head If your printouts become faint or streaked, or if their quality otherwise deteriorates, print the nozzle check pattern to see if the print head nozzles are operating properly (1 p. 12-10). If the pattern is broken, missing, or a specific color is not printed, clean the BJ cartridge print head. Refer to the flow chart (1 p. 12-9) for the correct order of testing and cleaning the BJ cartridge print head.
Replacing the BJ Cartridge This section describes how to replace the BJ cartridge. Before replacing the BJ cartridge, be sure to read the section When to Replace a BJ Cartridge or BJ Tank. (1 p. 12-8) n • The procedure explained here is the same for replacing an old BJ cartridge with a new one, or simply exchanging the BJ cartridge for one of the optional BJ cartridges. • Do not replace the BJ cartridge while the MultiPASS is printing or performing another operation.
c 5 • Do not try to manually move or stop the cartridge holder since this may damage the unit. • Do not touch the components shown or any metal parts since this may adversely affect operation of the unit and/or affect print quality. • The MultiPASS has an automatic protection feature that helps keep it from overheating. If the cartridge holder does not move, unplug the MultiPASS and let it cool for several minutes. Then plug it in again and press C to move the cartridge holder.
7 With the label facing outward, insert the BJ cartridge into the cartridge holder. Lower the blue cartridge lock lever until it locks into position. 8 Press C. • The cartridge holder moves to its home position on the right side of the unit and begins cleaning the BJ cartridge print head. This process takes about 55 seconds. c 9 Do not try to manually move or stop the cartridge holder since this may damage the unit. Close the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder). 10 Close the document tray.
Replacing a BJ Tank This section describes how to replace a BJ tank in an installed Color BJ cartridge. Before replacing a BJ tank, be sure to read the section When to Replace a BJ Cartridge or BJ Tank. (1 p. 12-8) n • Do not leave empty BJ tanks in a Color BJ cartridge. Remove them immediately when they run out of ink, and replace them with new ones. Do not leave a Color BJ cartridge with either of its BJ tanks missing as the ink in the BJ cartridge will dry and adversely affect print quality.
c • Do not try to manually move or stop the cartridge holder since this may damage the unit. • Do not touch the components shown or any metal parts since this may adversely affect operation of the unit and/or affect print quality. • The MultiPASS has an automatic protection feature that helps keep it from overheating. If the cartridge holder does not move, unplug the MultiPASS and let it cool for several minutes. Then plug it in again and press C to move the cartridge holder.
6 Remove the new BJ tank from its package, then remove the orange protective cap. c • Discard the cap. Never attempt to reattach it to the BJ tank. c Do not touch the ink port on the BJ tank. • Spilled ink can stain any surface; protect yourself and your work area. DO NOT TOUCH 7 Insert the BJ tank into the empty slot in the Color BJ cartridge, then press firmly on the BJ tank tab until it clicks into position.
Transporting the MultiPASS Whenever you plan to transport the MultiPASS, you need to prepare it so it will not be damaged during the move. Follow this procedure to prepare and pack your MultiPASS and its components: 1 Disconnect the power cord. 2 DO NOT remove the BJ cartridge from the MultiPASS. With the cartridge holder in its home position on the right side of the unit, tape the BJ cartridge and cartridge holder to the side of the unit.
Chapter 13 Troubleshooting If your MultiPASS is not operating properly, use the information in this chapter to try and solve the problem. Chapter 13 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If You Cannot Solve the Problem ..........................................................13-2 Clearing Jams .........................................................................................13-3 Jams in the ADF ...................................................................................
If You Cannot Solve the Problem If you have a problem with your MultiPASS and you cannot solve it by referring to the information in this chapter, contact the Customer Care Center. Canon’s support personnel are trained in the technical support of Canon’s products and should be able to help you with your problem. n c Attempting to repair the MultiPASS yourself may void the limited warranty. See the limited warranty card for details.
Clearing Jams On occasion, the document feeding into the MultiPASS’ ADF or the paper in the multipurpose tray may misfeed or jam. If this happens, you can usually fix the problem using one of the procedures described in this section. n You do not need to unplug the MultiPASS when clearing paper jams. Jams in the ADF When a document jams or misfeeds in the ADF, the LCD displays CHECK DOCUMENT.
Jams in the Multi-Purpose Tray If paper or other print media jams in the multi-purpose tray, the LCD displays CLEAR PAPER JAM. Follow this procedure to clear the paper jam: 1 Close the document tray if necessary. 2 Gently pull any jammed paper out of the unit as shown. 3 Remove the paper stack from the multipurpose tray and reload it. (1 p. 2-17) • Make sure the stack is below the paper limit mark ( P ). Resume 4 Press to start the operation again.
LCD Messages The following messages are displayed in the LCD when the MultiPASS is performing a function or encounters an error. The error code appears in the Activity Report. (1 p. 11-3) Error Code Cause Action AUTO REDIAL — The unit is waiting to redial the other party’s number because the line was busy or the other party did not answer when you tried to send the document. Wait for the unit to automatically redial the number.
Message Error Code Cause Action CALLING — The unit is calling the other party’s fax machine. If you want to cancel the transmission, press Stop then T. (1 p. 7-9) CART. RETURN — The cartridge holder is returning to its home position. Wait until this message no longer appears before starting an operation. CARTRIDGE JAMMED — The cartridge holder cannot move. This is normally due to a paper jam. Clear the paper jam or whatever is obstructing the cartridge holder and then press Resume.
Message CHECK PRINTER Error Code Cause — Action There may be an obstruction that is not allowing the cartridge holder mechanism to move. Check for a paper clip or other small object, or that the orange protective cap and tape are removed from the BJ cartridge. Check also for a paper jam and clear the jam if necessary (1 p. 13-4). Then press Resume and start again. The BJ cartridge may be defective. Press Resume. Reinstall the BJ cartridge (1 p. 2-13) and start again.
Message Error Code Cause Action — The unit is dialing the receiving fax machine. Press Stop then T if you want to cancel the transmission. #003 The document is longer than 39.4 inches (1 meter). Use a copier to make a reduced copy of the document and then send the copy. DOCUMENT READY — The document in the ADF is ready for faxing, scanning, or copying. Send the document, scan the document, or make the copy. ECM RX — The unit is receiving a fax using Error Correction Mode (ECM).
Error Code Cause INSTALL BC-21e (Continued) Action You tried to print a received color fax with the installed Black BJ cartridge. Remove the Black BJ cartridge and install the Color BJ cartridge (1 p. 12-12). If you do not have this BJ cartridge available, you can convert a received color fax in memory to black & white and print the fax with the Black BJ cartridge. (1 p. 7-16) You disabled the PHOTO INK PRINT setting (1 p.
Message Error Code Cause LOAD PAPER MEMORY FULL MEMORY USED nn % Action — The multi-purpose tray is empty. Load paper in the multipurpose tray (1 p. 2-17). Make sure the stack is below the paper limit mark (P). Then press Resume. #037 The unit’s memory is full because it has received too many documents, or a very long or detailed document. Print any documents stored in memory (1 p. 7-16). Then start again.
Error Code Cause Action #025 In manual sending, you entered a speed dialing number that is assigned to a group. Use regular dialing, or enter a one touch speed dialing button or coded speed dialing code that only has one fax/telephone number registered. PHOTO INK IN USE — The Photo BJ cartridge is installed in the unit. Change to a different BJ cartridge type if necessary. (1 p. 12-12) PLEASE WAIT — The unit is warming up.
Message Error Code Cause Action The MultiPASS Status Monitor is not running. On the Windows® desktop, click Start and point to Programs. On the Programs menu, point to MultiPASS Suite, then click MultiPASS Status Monitor. — An error has occurred in the telephone line or in the system. Start the procedure again from the beginning. TRY AGAIN IN B&W #085 You tried sending a color document to a machine that does not support color faxing. Try sending again in black & white (1 p. 7-2).
Printing Problems ■ The MultiPASS displays an error message. The MultiPASS may have a paper jam. • Clear the paper jam. (1 p. 13-4) • If the MultiPASS has no paper jam, unplug the unit and wait five seconds, then plug it in again. If the problem is fixed, the Alarm light will turn off, the cartridge holder will move to its home position on the right side of the unit, and the LCD will return to standby mode. If the Alarm light remains lit, contact the Customer Care Center. ■ Data from the PC is not printed.
– The PC’s parallel interface port may be disabled. – Another hardware device or software application is attempting to communicate with the same parallel interface port to which the MultiPASS is connected. ■ The BJ cartridge moves, but ink does not appear. The orange protective tape may not be removed from the BJ cartridge. • Be sure to remove the orange protective tape from the BJ cartridge before you install it. (1 p. 2-15) The BJ cartridge or tanks may not be installed properly.
■ The MultiPASS suspends printing after each line. The BJ cartridge print head may have become too hot. If this happens, the MultiPASS may be slowing its printing speed at the end of each line to protect the BJ cartridge print head. • Stop your print operation and wait several minutes to allow the MultiPASS to cool. Then start your operation again. ■ Print jobs vanish or you are printing garbage.
The nozzles on the BJ cartridge print head may be clogged. • Refer to the flow chart (1 p. 12-9) and clean the BJ cartridge print head if necessary. (1 p. 12-11) The BJ cartridge or tanks may not be installed properly. • Make sure the BJ cartridge and tanks are installed properly. (1 p. 2-13) The BJ cartridge or tanks may need to be replaced. • Determine if the problem is with the BJ cartridge or tanks (1 p. 12-8), and replace if necessary. (1 pp. 12-12, 12-15) The BJ cartridge print head may be worn out.
■ The print side is rubbed and stained. The paper thickness lever is not set correctly. • When you print images that contain large quantities of ink, the paper may curl and rub. Set the paper thickness lever to e (right). (1 p. 5-6) Color Printing and Color Copying Problems ■ The MultiPASS prints only in black. (You are printing from an application that supports color printing but your output is black ink only.) The BJ cartridge or tanks may not be installed properly.
The print settings may not be the best for the images you are printing. • 1 MultiPASS Suite User’s Guide • Experiment with different settings and different types of paper. ■ Hue changes. The nozzles on the BJ cartridge print head may be clogged. • Refer to the flow chart (1 p. 12-9) and clean the BJ cartridge print head if necessary. (1 p. 12-11) The BJ cartridge or tanks may need to be replaced. • Determine if the problem is with the BJ cartridge or tanks (1 p. 12-8), and replace if necessary. (1 pp.
■ Multiple sheets load into the MultiPASS at the same time. Paper may not be loaded correctly. • Make sure the paper stack is loaded properly in the multi-purpose tray, and that the paper guide is adjusted correctly. (1 p. 2-17) Sheets of paper may be sticking together. • Be sure to fan the paper stack before loading it in the multi-purpose tray. This keeps the sheets of paper from sticking together. (1 p. 2-19) The multi-purpose tray may contain too many sheets.
Faxing Problems Sending Problems ■ You cannot send a fax. The MultiPASS may have overheated. • Unplug the MultiPASS and let it cool for several minutes. Then plug it back in and try sending again. The MultiPASS may not be set for the type of telephone line in use (pulse/tone). • If you have a pulse line, make sure the MultiPASS is set for pulse dialing. (1 p. 3-9) The document may not have been loaded correctly into the ADF. • Remove the document, stack it if necessary, and load it into the ADF correctly.
The receiving fax machine may not be a G3 fax machine. • Make sure the receiving fax machine is compatible with the MultiPASS (which is a G3 fax machine). ■ Images on received faxes from the MultiPASS are spotted or dirty. The receiving fax machine may not be working properly. • Check the MultiPASS by making a copy (1 p. 10-2). If the copy is clear, the problem may be in the receiving fax machine. The document may not have been loaded correctly into the ADF.
The telephone line may not be connected properly. • Make sure all line connections are secure. (1 p. 2-6) ■ The MultiPASS does not switch automatically between telephone and fax reception. The MultiPASS may not be set to switch automatically between telephone and fax reception. • For the MultiPASS to switch automatically, the receive mode must be set to Fax/Tel Mode, ANS.MACHINE MODE, or DRPD (1 Chapter 8, Receiving Faxes). If you have set ANS.
■ Faxes do not print. The orange protective tape may not be removed from the BJ cartridge. • Be sure to remove the orange protective tape from the BJ cartridge before you install it. (1 p. 2-15) The BJ cartridge or tanks may not be installed properly. • Make sure the BJ cartridge and tanks are installed properly. (1 p. 2-13) The BJ cartridge print head may need cleaning. • Refer to the flow chart (1 p. 12-9) and clean the BJ cartridge print head if necessary. (1 p.
The power cord may not be plugged in securely. • Check that the power cord is plugged securely into the MultiPASS and into the wall outlet (1 p. 2-8). If the unit is plugged into a power strip, make sure the power strip is plugged in and turned on. The MultiPASS may not be set for the type of telephone line in use (pulse/tone). • If you have a pulse line, make sure the MultiPASS is set for pulse dialing. (1 p. 3-9) ■ The telephone or extension phone disconnects while you are talking.
■ MEMORY FULL appears in the LCD when making multiple copies. The MultiPASS’ memory is full. • Print or delete any documents stored in memory (1 pp. 7-16, 7-18, 8-14) to free up space in the MultiPASS’ memory, then start again. The document you are copying may have too many graphics. • If multiple pages are being copied, separate the pages into smaller stacks. If not, make the desired number of copies one at a time as needed. General Problems ■ The MultiPASS has no power.
If the Power Goes Out If power is suddenly lost due to an outage or accidental unplugging, a built-in battery retains the user data settings and the speed dialing settings. However, any sent or received documents stored in memory will be lost. During a power failure, functions are limited as follows: • You cannot make telephone calls using the MultiPASS control panel. • You cannot send, receive, or copy documents.
Chapter 14 Summary of Settings This chapter explains how to access the different menus of your MultiPASS, and contains tables of all the settings you can adjust through the menu system of your MultiPASS. Summary of Settings Understanding the Menu System..........................................................14-2 Accessing the Menus ...........................................................................14-2 User Settings Menu ..........................................................................
Understanding the Menu System The MultiPASS menu system allows you to customize the way your unit operates. It consists of six menus, each containing settings that control different functions of your MultiPASS. n If your MultiPASS is connected to a PC, we recommend you use the MultiPASS Suite to adjust settings. (1 p. 3-2) Accessing the Menus Follow this procedure to access the different menus: Function 1 Press 2 Press . 01 Data Registration . DATA REGSTRATION Set 3 Press 4 Use .
User Settings Menu For details on accessing the settings below, (1 p. 14-2). Setting Description Sub-Settings DATE & TIME Sets the current date. (1 p. 3-7) – UNIT TELEPHONE # Enters the fax/telephone number you want to appear at the top of each fax page you send. (1 p. 3-7) – UNIT NAME Enters the name or company name you want to appear at the top of each fax page you send. (1 p. 3-7) – TX TERMINAL ID Sets the options for the identification header (TTI).
Report Settings Menu For details on accessing the settings below, (1 p. 14-2). Setting Description Sub-Settings TX REPORT Enables/disables automatic printing of a transmission report. (1 p. 11-4) PRINT ERROR ONLY: Prints a transmission report only when a transmission error occurs. OUTPUT YES: Prints a transmission report every time you send a document. OUTPUT NO: No transmission report is printed.
TX (Transmission) Settings Menu For details on accessing the settings below, (1 p. 14-2). Description Sub-Settings ECM TX Enables/disables Error Correction Mode (ECM) during transmission. ON/OFF MID PAUSE SET Selects the length of the pause entered when you press Redial/Pause. 2 SEC (1 to 15) AUTO REDIAL Enables/disables automatic redialing if the other party’s line is busy on the first attempt. (1 p. 7-10) ON/OFF REDIAL TIMES Selects the number of redial attempts.
RX (Reception) Settings Menu For details on accessing the settings below, (1 p. 14-2). Setting Description ECM RX Enables/disables Error Correction Mode (ECM) during reception. RX MODE Selects the receive mode. (1 Chapter 8, Receiving Faxes) INCOMING RING RING COUNT MAN/AUTO SWITCH F/T RING TIME REMOTE RX Sub-Settings ON/OFF FAX/TEL AUTO SW/ If you select FAX/TEL AUTO SW or DRPD, you can select additional sub-settings. (1 pp.
Printer Settings Menu For details on accessing the settings below, (1 p. 14-2). Setting Description RX REDUCTION Enables/disables reduction of faxes to fit on the recording paper. REDUCE DIMENSION Sub-Settings Selects the direction of the reduction. ON/OFF VERTICAL ONLY/ HORIZ & VERTICAL PAPER SIZE Selects the size of the paper loaded in the multipurpose tray. ECONOMY PRT Enables/disables economy printing for black & white printing with the Black BJ cartridge.
Specifications The MultiPASS specifications are listed in this Appendix. General Specifications ............................................................................A-2 Printer........................................................................................................A-3 BJ Cartridges............................................................................................A-4 Facsimile ...................................................................................................
General Specifications • Power Source: 120 V/60 Hz • Power Consumption Maximum: Standby: Approx. 43.0 W Approx. 6.9 W • Weight: Approx. 11.2 lb./5.1 kg (With components attached) • Dimensions (W × D × H): 22.6" (573 mm) 13.4" (340 mm) 14.4" (367 mm) 10.9" (277 mm) 18.9" (480 mm) A-2 • Environmental Conditions Temperature: Humidity: 50°–90.5°F (10°–32.
• Printing Method: Bubble Jet ink on-demand • Paper Handling: Automatic feed • Multi-Purpose Tray Capacity: (1 p. 5-2) • Print Media Size: (1 p.
BJ Cartridges • BC-21e Color BJ Cartridge Print Head: Print Head Life: BJ Tanks: Ink Color: Cartridge Yield*: • BC-20 Black BJ Cartridge Print Head: Ink Color: Cartridge Yield*: • BC-22e Photo BJ Cartridge Print Head: Ink Color: Cartridge Yield*: – 64 nozzles for black – 24 nozzles for each color (cyan, magenta, yellow) Approx. 2,000 color pages at 30% coverage – BCI-21 Color (cyan, magenta, yellow) – BCI-21 Black Black, cyan, magenta, yellow Approx. 80 pages* 128 nozzles Black Approx.
Specifications • Transmission/Reception Memory: – 672 KB DRAM, MR storage – Up to 42* pages – Up to 30 documents – LCD displays memory used – Direct transmission when memory full • Fax Scanning Speed: 5.8 seconds/page* • ADF: (1 p. 4-2) • Fax Resolution Black & White Standard Mode: Black & White Fine Mode: Color Standard Mode: Color Fine Mode: 203 pels/in. × 98 lines/in. (8 pels/mm × 3.85 lines/mm) 203 pels/in. × 196 lines/in. (8 pels/mm × 7.
• Features: – Automatic Fax/Tel switchover – DRPD (Distinctive Ring Pattern Detection) – Remote reception by telephone – Remote receiving ID (Default: 25) – Tone button – Pause button – Redial button Copier • Scanning Resolution B&W TEXT: B&W PHOTO: COLOR DRAFT: PLAIN PAPER: HIGH. RES. PAPER: COLOR SNAPSHOT: Black & White Direct Copy: Black & White Memory Copy: • Printing Resolution: 360 × 360 dpi • ADF: (1 p.
• Scanning Method: Solid-state electronic scanning by contact image sensor • Scanning Image Processing Halftones: Color: 256 levels of gray 16,777,216 colors • ADF: (1 p. 4-2) • Resolution Optical: Enhanced: 300 dpi 30–600 dpi (set from within application) • Effective Scanning Width: 8.42 in.
Glossary Glossary ■A AC Alternating current. The type of electrical current available from a wall outlet. Activity Report A journal of the MultiPASS’ fax transactions, both sent and received. ADF Automatic Document Feeder. The device included in the MultiPASS that automatically feeds the document being faxed, copied, or scanned into the MultiPASS. Application program Software prepared for a specific function or set of functions. Examples include wordprocessing programs and the MultiPASS Suite.
BJ cartridge The printing mechanism that contains the print head unit and holds the ink(s). BJ tank The special type of ink container housed by the BJ cartridge. The Color BJ cartridge contains two BJ tanks: one color—BCI-21 Color (which includes cyan, magenta, and yellow) and one black—BCI-21 Black. bps Bits per second. Refers to the speed with which a fax machine sends and receives data. Broadcasting Transmitting documents to more than one destination.
■D Delayed sending The ability to send a document at a preset time in the future. You do not have to be in your office to use delayed sending to one or more destinations. (You can only set up one delayed transmission at a time from the MultiPASS Suite.) Dialing methods Ways of pressing one or more buttons to access a number to connect to an outside party or fax machine. Dialing methods include one-touch, coded speed dialing, group dialing, and regular dialing.
■F Factory default The MultiPASS is preprogrammed in the factory with settings that we recommend. These are known as factory default settings. You can customize your MultiPASS by changing the factory default settings. Fax/Tel switching The ability of the MultiPASS to automatically detect whether a call is from a fax machine or telephone. With this feature, one telephone line can be shared by both the telephone and the fax machine.
■H Halftone Using this method, the MultiPASS produces shades of gray or of colors by mapping dots to be printed. For color printing, different colored dots of ink are placed closely together to create illusions of other colors. IEEE 1284 IEEE 1284 is the new specification standard for computer-to-peripheral bi-directional parallel interface communications. The new standard was adopted by IEEE, Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, Inc., in 1993.
Line feed A printer function that advances the paper one line. ■M Manual receiving A method of receiving faxes in which you manually activate reception from the MultiPASS, or from a telephone or an extension phone connected to the MultiPASS. Manual redialing When you use regular dialing, you can redial a number “manually” by simply pressing Redial/Pause. The last number dialed with the numeric buttons is the number redialed.
■O On-line The printer’s communication status in which it is being controlled by your PC and is ready to receive data. One-touch speed dialing An automatic dialing method that allows you to dial a fax or telephone number by pressing a single one-touch speed dialing button. The MultiPASS can store up to 12 numbers for one-touch speed dialing. One-touch speed dialing buttons The buttons numbered 01 to 12 on the operation panel, each of which may be registered with a fax or telephone number.
Print head The printing mechanism of the BJ cartridge that contains print nozzles and ejects the ink for printing. Print head capping An automatic protection function that prevents the BJ cartridge print head from drying out or becoming clogged with dust. Printable area The area of a sheet of paper on which the MultiPASS can reproduce text or graphics (the printing area is smaller than the paper). Printer driver Software that sends printing instructions to a printer (in this case, the MultiPASS).
Reduction mode See Automatic image reduction. Regular dialing Pressing the individual numeric buttons to dial a fax or telephone number. Also known as Manual dialing. Remote receiving ID The two-digit code that enables you to manually activate reception of a fax using a telephone or an extension phone connected to the MultiPASS. (The default code is 25.
Sending Sending transmission is also defined by TX or Transmit. A fax document that has been scanned by a fax machine and sent over telephone lines, in the form of electrical pulses, to another fax machine is a sending transmission. The MultiPASS also allows you to send a black & white document directly from your PC (PC faxing). Sending speed The rate at which faxes are transmitted through the telephone line. See also bps.
■U USB port This port, located at the back of the MultiPASS, is for connecting the MultiPASS to your PC. Connect a USB cable to the USB ports on the MultiPASS and PC. Glossary G-11 Glossary UHQ™ Ultra High Quality. An exclusive Canon digital image processing system that incorporates 64 shades of gray along with a special edge enhancement feature which ensures that text and photos are transmitted with ultimate clarity.
i Index A Accessing, menus: 14-2 Activity Report description: 11-2 printing: 11-3 sample: 11-3 ACTIVITY REPORT setting: 14-4 ADF: 2-9 adding pages in: 4-5 capacity: 4-2 jams in: 13-3 loading documents in: 4-3, 4-4 Alarm light: 2-11 ALARM VOLUME setting: 14-3 ANS.MACHINE MODE description: 8-2 setting: 8-9 using MultiPASS in: 8-9 AnsMode display. See ANS.
BJ tank: 2-3, 12-7 Black & white copying: 10-2, 10-3 Black & white sending setting: 7-2 setting resolution: 7-2, 7-3 BLACK INK EMPTY message: 13-5 BOTTOM MARGIN setting: 10-4, 14-7 Broadcasting, sequential: 7-13, 7-14 Bubble Jet paper: 5-2, 5-5 BUSY/NO SIGNAL message: 13-5 Buttons: 2-11, 2-12.
D Data modem connecting: 2-6 jack: 2-10 Data Registration button: 2-12, 14-2 DATE & TIME setting: 3-7, 14-3 DATE SETUP setting: 14-7 Delayed sending: 7-15 Deleting document from memory: 7-18 Index Dialing coded speed: 6-2, 6-6 to 6-8, 7-5 group: 6-2, 6-9 to 6-12, 7-5 methods: 7-5 one-touch speed: 6-2, 6-3 to 6-5, 7-5 overseas number: 9-2, 9-3 PC: 7-5 regular: 7-5 special: 9-2 to 9-4 speed: 6-2 to 6-12 switching temporarily to tone: 9-3, 9-4 through switchboard: 9-2 with pauses: 9-2, 9-3 DIALING message: 1
weight: 4-2 Document feed automatic: 4-2, 4-3, 4-4 manual: 4-2, 4-3, 4-4 DOCUMENT READY message: 13-8 Document requirements copying: 4-2 scanning: 4-2 sending: 4-2 Documentation, using: 1-5, 1-6 DRPD communicating with: 8-14 description: 8-2 how it responds to calls: 8-14 setting: 8-10 to 8-13 types of ring patterns: 8-10 FAX ONLY MODE description: 8-2 setting: 8-8 Fax/Tel Mode description: 8-2 setting: 8-3 setting options for: 8-4, 8-5 FaxOnly display. See FAX ONLY MODE FaxTel display.
I Image Quality button: 2-11, 7-3, 10-2, 10-3 INCOMING RING setting: 14-6 INSIDE IMAGE setting: 14-3 INSTALL BC-21e message: 13-8, 13-9 INSTALL BC21/22e message: 13-9 INSTALL BC21e/20 message: 13-9 Installing, BJ cartridge: 2-13 to 2-16 J Jack answering machine: 2-10 data modem: 2-10 extension phone: 2-10 telephone: 2-10 telephone line: 2-10 Jams clearing: 13-3, 13-4 in ADF: 13-3 in multi-purpose tray: 13-4 K KEYPAD VOLUME setting: 14-3 Kit photo: 5-5 starter: 5-5 L LCD: 2-11 messages: 13-5 to 13-12.
Memory sending: 7-6, 7-7 canceling: 7-9 MEMORY USED nn % message: 13-10 Menu system, understanding: 14-2 Menus. See also individual menu names accessing: 14-2 Messages, LCD: 13-5 to 13-12. See also individual message names MID PAUSE SET setting: 14-5 Mistake, correcting: 3-5 Multi TX/RX Report.
Index PRINT WITH IMAGE setting: 14-4 Printer color features: 1-3 cover: 2-9, 2-10 driver, MultiPASS Suite CD-ROM: 2-2 features: 1-3 Settings menu: 14-7 Printing 1-Touch Spd Dial List: 6-13, 6-14 Activity Report: 11-3 area of envelopes: 5-3 area of paper: 5-3 banner paper: 5-14 to 5-16 Coded Speed Dial List: 6-13, 6-14 Doc.
Q Quality adjusting: 7-2 to 7-4 print problems: 13-15, 13-16 Quantity document: 4-2 print media: 5-2 R REC’D IN MEMORY message: 13-11 Receive Mode button: 2-11 RECEIVED IN FILE message: 13-11, 13-12 Receiving ANS.
Index description: 6-2 group dialing: 6-2, 6-9 to 6-12, 7-5 lists: 6-13, 6-14 methods: 6-2 one-touch: 6-2, 6-3 to 6-5, 7-5 START AGAIN message: 13-12 Start button: 2-11 Starter kit: 5-5 Stop button: 2-11 Support customer: 1-7 document: 2-3, 2-5, 2-9 Switchboard, dialing through: 9-2 Symbols, entering: 3-3, 3-4 System Settings menu: 14-7 Index Sender information description: 3-6 printing list to check: 3-8 registering: 3-6 to 3-8 sample: 3-6 Sending canceling: 7-9 delayed: 7-15 document requirements: 4-2
multi-purpose: 2-9, 2-19, 5-2, 13-4 output: 2-9 TRY AGAIN IN B&W message: 13-12 TTI POSITION setting: 14-3 TX (Transmission) Settings menu: 14-5 TX Report. See also Transmission (TX) Report sample: 11-4 TX REPORT setting: 14-4 TX START SPEED setting: 14-7 TX TERMINAL ID setting: 14-3 TX/RX CANCELLED message: 13-12 TX/RX NO. nnnn message: 13-12 TX/RX NO. nnnn, SCANNING P.
