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F30 Front matter.qxd 6/21/01 4:29 PM Page ii Canon MultiPASS F30 MFP Color Bubble Jet Printer/Copier/Scanner User’s Manual. Copyright This manual is copyrighted by Canon U.S.A., Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be reproduced in any form, in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of Canon U.S.A., Inc. © 2001 Canon U.S.A., Inc. Disclaimer Canon U.S.A., Inc.
6/21/01 7:28 PM Page iii Contents F30 Contents.qxd Contents 1 Introduction What the F30 MFP Can Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 The MultiPASS Toolbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Getting More Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 The F30 MFP Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Control Panel Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F30 Contents.qxd 6/21/01 7:28 PM Page iv MultiPASS F30 User’s Manual Adjusting Print Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Automatically Smoothing Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Adjusting Color Balance, Intensity and Brightness . . . . . . . . . .16 Automatically Optimizing Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Changing Page Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6/21/01 7:28 PM Page v Contents F30 Contents.qxd 8 Appendix Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Limited Warranty—U.S. Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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6/21/01 4:24 PM Page 1 1 Introduction What the F30 MFP Can Do Congratulations on purchasing your Canon MultiPASS F30 multifunction unit! The F30 MFP eliminates the need for multiple devices in your home or office by incorporating the functions of: Printer Print crisp, clear color or black and white pages from your PC. Copier Use your F30 MFP as a stand-alone copier for color or black and white copies. Scanner Scan high-resolution images to your PC.
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6/21/01 4:24 PM Page 3 Control Panel Menus Menu options on the control panel vary depending on whether Copy or Scan mode is selected. Some options are common to all modes. How to Load Paper and Envelopes Tips on Navigating the Control Panel Menus Introduction Introduction F30 Chapter 1.qxd Press the Set button to move down to the next menu level or select a menu option. Press Stop/Reset at any time to exit the menus.
F30 Chapter 1.qxd 6/21/01 4:24 PM Page 4 MultiPASS F30 User’s Manual To load envelopes: 1 Open Scanning unit Press the Open button on the side of the F30 MFP, then lift the scanning unit. 2 Set paper thickness lever Adjust the paper thickness lever to the right, then close the scanning unit until it clicks into place. 3 Adjust paper guide Pinch and slide the paper guide to the left.
F30 Chapter 2.qxd 6/21/01 7:26 PM Page 5 How to Use the MultiPASS Toolbar The Canon MultiPASS Suite is a software program that provides tools for quickly accessing and using many of the features of your F30 MFP. With the MultiPASS Toolbar, your F30 MFP is fully integrated with your PC as a printer, copier, and scanner. Documents scanned through the MultiPASS Toolbar can be saved, edited or emailed. You can also customize the settings for the different toolbar features.
F30 Chapter 2.qxd 6/21/01 7:26 PM Page 6 MultiPASS F30 User’s Manual Getting More Help This manual describes some of the features of your F30 MFP and how to use therm. For more information, see the online MultiPASS Software Guide available on your MultiPASS CD-ROM. Using the MultiPASS Toolbar Opening the toolbar provides direct access to the MultiPASS features. Once the toolbar is open, you can access the desired feature directly.
6/21/01 2 7:26 PM Page 7 Define settings for operation Make the desired modifications for each operation, referring to the online help as needed. When one tab is complete, select the next tab and continue. Click OK to save the new settings and exit the dialog box. Working with Saved MultiPASS Files When a document is scanned with the Scan to Save option or is saved from within the MultiPASS viewer, it is saved in the My MultiPASS folders.
F30 Chapter 2.qxd 6/21/01 7:26 PM Page 8 MultiPASS F30 User’s Manual Files you have created in other applications cannot be saved in My MultiPASS folders. To access files in the My MultiPASS folders: Click the icon on the MultiPASS Toolbar or double-click the My MultiPASS icon on the desktop. Viewing, Editing and Printing Saved Documents Documents saved in My MultiPASS folders can be viewed and edited in the MultiPASS Viewer.
6/21/01 2 7:26 PM Page 9 Create an Address Book Click Create New Windows Address Book file for MultiPASS, then click OK. 3 Open your Address Book Tips on Sending Emails Using MultiPASS How to Use the Toolbar F30 Chapter 2.qxd When prompted, enter the name and email address of the recipient, then click Add to Recipient List. This information will also be stored in the MultiPASS Address Book for future use.
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F30 Chapter 3.qxd 6/21/01 7:28 PM Page 11 3 How to Print How to Print Using your F30 MFP with your PC lets you print basic business documents in B&W or color on a variety of specialty media. For a full list of Canon specialty media that can be used with your F30 MFP, see the inside back cover of this manual.
F30 Chapter 3.qxd 6/21/01 7:28 PM Page 12 MultiPASS F30 User’s Manual Selecting the F30 MFP Printer If the F30 MFP is the only printer connected to your PC, it will be the default (main) printer. However, if your PC has access to multiple printers, you can select the F30 MFP as the default. If another printer is set as the default, you can select the F30 MFP for a specific print job from within most Windows applications.
F30 Chapter 3.qxd 6/21/01 7:28 PM Page 13 Click Cancel at any time while the print dialog is open to cancel the current job. The job will be canceled and the paper ejected. To cancel a job from Windows: 1 Access Printers While the print job is running, click Start, then Settings, then Printers. 2 Delete job How to Print Double-click Canon MultiPASS F30 Printer, right-click the print job, then Cancel.
F30 Chapter 3.qxd 6/21/01 7:28 PM Page 14 MultiPASS F30 User’s Manual To select best print quality with the Print Advisor wizard: 1 Access printer driver From an application File menu, select Print. With Canon MultiPASS F30 Printer as the selected printer, click Properties. The Properties window will open to the Main tab. 2 Use Print Advisor Click the Print Advisor button. The wizard dialog box will open.
F30 Chapter 3.qxd 6/21/01 7:28 PM Page 15 If you select Custom, the Set button becomes active. Click Set to open the Set Print Quality dialog box. There are two features you can control: Halftoning Controls the pattern in which the ink is laid down when printing graphic images. When done, click OK. Automatically Smoothing Images Image Optimizer smoothes jagged edges formed when enlarging a photo or graphic from its original size. It is most effective when used with lowresolution images.
F30 Chapter 3.qxd 6/21/01 7:28 PM Page 16 MultiPASS F30 User’s Manual Adjusting Color Balance, Intensity and Brightness You can enhance color printing by adjusting the color balance, intensity (saturation) and brightness. To adjust color settings: 1 Access printer driver From an application File menu, select Print. With Canon MultiPASS F30 Printer as the selected printer, click Properties. The Properties window will open to the Main tab.
F30 Chapter 3.qxd 6/21/01 7:28 PM Page 17 Automatically Optimizing Images Photo Optimizer PRO automatically adjusts a photographic image created with a digital camera. Use this feature to compensate for unsatisfactory color balance and over- or under-exposure before printing. To optimize images: 1 Access printer driver How to Print From an application File menu, select Print. With Canon MultiPASS F30 Printer as the selected printer, click Properties.
F30 Chapter 3.qxd 6/21/01 7:28 PM Page 18 MultiPASS F30 User’s Manual With Canon MultiPASS F30 Printer as the selected printer, click Properties. 2 Make page setup changes Click the Page Setup tab. From this tab, you can change the following: Page Size defaults to the page size set in the original document, but can be changed. Orientation lets you select either portrait or landscape orientation. Printer Paper Size is the page size used by the printer. This defaults to match the page size.
F30 Chapter 3.qxd 6/21/01 7:28 PM Page 19 To save a driver setting profile: 1 Access printer driver From an application File menu, select Print. With Canon MultiPASS F30 Printer as the selected printer, click Properties. Name and save profile How to Print 2 Click the Profiles tab. Click Add to Profiles, then type a name for your settings in the Name field. You can also select an icon for this profile. Type a description of your settings, then click Save.
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F30 Chapter 4.qxd 6/21/01 4:47 PM Page 21 4 How to Copy How to Copy Below are the control panel buttons you will use for making copies. The F30 MFP provides high-quality black and white or color copies, and can make up to 99 copies at a time. You can also adjust the scale and quality of the copied image. Loading Documents To ensure that the full area of the document is copied, verify that text and graphics are within the illustrated shaded area.
F30 Chapter 4.qxd 6/21/01 4:47 PM Page 22 F30 MFP User’s Manual To load a document: • Place the document on the platen glass, face down. • Align the upper left corner of the document to be copied with corner shown. • Place the top of the document flush to the guide plate. Clearing Paper Jams To remove a jam from the paper output tray: 1 Remove paper Gently pull any jammed paper out of the paper output. 2 Restart operation Press to start the operation again.
F30 Chapter 4.qxd 6/21/01 4:47 PM Page 23 Be careful not to touch the components inside the F30 MFP. When the paper is out, close the scanning unit, then turn the F30 MFP back on. 4 Restart operation Press the Press button to turn the F30 MFP on. to start the operation again. You can copy a document in B&W (the default) or color, and make single or multiple copies. To copy a document: 1 Load document Place document to be copied directly on the platen glass.
F30 Chapter 4.qxd 6/21/01 4:47 PM Page 24 F30 MFP User’s Manual To enlarge or reduce using preset ratios: COPY MODE MENUS 1 Load document Place document to be copied directly on the platen glass. 1. IMAGE REPEAT 1. SPECIAL COPY 2. MIRROR IMAGE 3. ENTIRE IMAGE 2 Select Enlarge/Reduce Press 1. CLEANING to access Copy Mode. 2. PRINTER SETTINGS Press 2. ALIGN PRINTHEAD once to access. 3. BOTTOM MARGIN 3 Set ratio 1.
6/21/01 3 4:47 PM Page 25 Set ratio Tips on Copying Use the numeric keypad to enter a percentage, or press to enter a percentage in 1% increments from 25% (minimum) to 400% (maximum). Press 4 The LCD display shows the number of remaining pages during copying. The Stop/Reset button reverts settings to default. to select. When the multi-purpose tray is empty, the LCD displays LOAD PAPER. Load paper in the tray, then press Resume. Start copying Press to begin copying.
F30 Chapter 4.qxd 6/21/01 4:47 PM Page 26 F30 MFP User’s Manual 4 Start copying Press to begin copying. The LCD panel will display number of copies remaining. Setting Paper Size and Type If copying on paper other than letter-size plain paper, you can optimize results by setting the paper size and type from the F30 MFP control panel. To change paper size and type: 1 Load document Place document to be copied directly on the platen glass. 2 Set paper size to access Copy Mode.
6/21/01 4:47 PM Page 27 The F30 MFP has image quality settings. Select the setting that most closely matches your needs. To adjust the image quality: 1 Load document Place document to be copied directly on the platen glass. 2 Select IMAGE QUALITY Press 3 to access Copy Mode. Press to access. Select Color or B&W The F30 MFP will make a black and white copy unless you specify otherwise. To make a color copy, press the 4 button. Select quality type Press to scroll through quality types.
F30 Chapter 4.qxd 6/21/01 4:47 PM Page 28 F30 MFP User’s Manual Adjusting Image Exposure Exposure controls the lightness or darkness of the copied document. If a document copies too light or too dark, you can adjust the exposure settings. There are nine different levels of exposure to help you adjust your document. To adjust the copy exposure: 1 Load document Place document to be copied directly on the platen glass. 2 Select EXPOSURE Press 3 to access Copy Mode. Press to access.
F30 Chapter 5.qxd 6/21/01 4:16 PM Page 29 5 How to Scan An image scanned with your F30 MFP can be saved, sent as an email attachment, printed or edited in an application such as OmniPage®. There are two basic ways to obtain a scanned image: From within an application Open an application that supports scanning, then open the scanning software and perform the scan. The scanned image will automatically be brought into the application.
F30 Chapter 5.qxd 6/21/01 4:16 PM Page 30 MultiPASS F30 User’s Manual To scan from an application: 1 Load document Open the F30 MFP document cover and place the document face down on the platen glass. Align the document as shown. 2 Acquire image From your image processing application, select Canon MultiPASS F30 Scanner as the TWAIN SOURCE if not already selected. Access the scanner software to acquire the image.
F30 Chapter 5.qxd 6/21/01 4:16 PM Page 31 Using the Scan Button for One-Push Functions You can set the button on the F30 MFP’s control panel to instantly perform any of the Toolbar’s functions. To enable a particular function for the Scan button: 1 Access Toolbar Settings Click Settings on the MultiPASS Toolbar, then click the Toolbar Settings tab. Activate Scanner Push Button dialog Click the drop-down list under When Scanner Push Button pressed.
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F30 Chapter 6.qxd 6/21/01 4:27 PM Page 33 6 How to Maintain Your F30 MFP Routine maintenance for your F30 MFP includes keeping your unit clean, changing the ink tanks as needed and maintaining the printhead. Cleaning Your F30 MFP Replacing Ink Tanks When ink runs out in an ink tank, an INK EMPTY message will appear in the LCD panel. The message will also specify which tank is empty: C for cyan, M for magenta, Y for yellow or K for black.
F30 Chapter 6.qxd 6/21/01 4:27 PM Page 34 MultiPASS F30 User’s Manual Handle ink tanks carefully so that ink does not spill. Never squeeze the sides of an ink tank. 4 Install new ink tank Gently insert the ink tank and press down until it clicks into place. Do not force an ink tank into the printhead. If the ink tank does not go in smoothly, reseat it, then try again. Press the scanning unit closed until it clicks securely into place.
F30 Chapter 6.qxd 6/21/01 4:27 PM Page 35 If the pattern is broken, missing, or a specific color is not printed, clean the printhead. See “Cleaning the Printhead” below. If patterns are not uniformly solid, align the printhead. See “Aligning the Printhead” on the next page. If the printed nozzle check pattern is broken, missing, or a specific color is not printed, the printhead needs to be cleaned.
F30 Chapter 6.qxd 6/21/01 4:27 PM Page 36 MultiPASS F30 User’s Manual Aligning the Printhead When you install a new printhead or replace an old printhead, you will need to align the position of the printhead before printing. Several sheets of paper are required to align the printhead. Ensure that a stack of paper is loaded in the F30 MFP before performing alignment.
6/21/01 4:27 PM Page 37 CHANGE V VALUE B 0 Column B Value for column Repeat Step 2 for patterns B through F on the printout. If you have difficulty on Columns B or C when choosing between two patterns, use the larger value number. If you have difficulty when choosing between patterns for Columns D, E or F, use the smaller value number.
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F30 Chapter 7.qxd 6/21/01 7:47 PM Page 39 7 Troubleshooting Tips for Troubleshooting Troubleshooting usually falls into one of the following categories: Software and Installation The software will not install properly. Printing The printing feature is not working properly. Scanning The scan feature is not working as expected. Copying Copies are not coming out as expected. Paper Feeding Paper is not feeding through the unit properly.
F30 Chapter 7.qxd 6/21/01 7:47 PM Page 40 MultiPASS F30 User’s Manual Troubleshooting Software and Installation Problem Cannot install MultiPASS Suite Unable to communicate with device Error message: The Canon MultiPASS hardware could not be initialized 40 Possible Cause Try This Other applications running in background Close any open software applications, including anti-virus programs, then install the software again.
6/21/01 7:47 PM Page 41 Problem Possible Cause Try This Error message: The Canon MultiPASS hardware could not be initialized (continued) Parallel cable used does not meet product specification Check that your parallel cable is an IEEE 1284 bi-directional cable. A six-foot cable is ideal. F30 MFP is not ready prior to launching the MultiPASS Status Monitor Try starting the Status Monitor after the F30 MFP has been powered on. See "To open the Status Monitor" on page 9.
F30 Chapter 7.qxd 6/21/01 7:47 PM Page 42 MultiPASS F30 User’s Manual Problem Possible Cause Try This Printed output is not what you expected (continued) Printer cable too long Make sure the cable used does not exceed the recommended length (16.4 feet for USB; 6.6 feet for parallel). Printout does not match paper size Paper not correctly loaded and aligned Make sure the paper is loaded and aligned correctly in the multipurpose tray, and that the paper guides are adjusted correctly.
6/21/01 7:47 PM Problem Error: writing to LPT1 Page 43 Possible Cause Try This F30 MFP not connected Check the printer cables and ensure they are securely connected. Then try printing again. F30 MFP is unplugged Plug in the F30 MFP and try printing again. Paper jam Clear any paper jams. See "Clearing Paper Jams" on page 22. MultiPASS Status Monitor not running To print to the F30 MFP, the MultiPASS Status Monitor must be running. Launch the Status Monitor from the MultiPASS Program menu.
F30 Chapter 7.qxd 6/21/01 7:47 PM Page 44 MultiPASS F30 User’s Manual Problem Hue changes Possible Cause Try This Printhead nozzles clogged Print a nozzle check pattern (see "Printing a Nozzle Check Pattern" on page 34). If needed, clean the printhead (see "Cleaning the Printhead" on page 35). One or more ink tanks empty Check for an error message in the LCD and replace if necessary.
6/21/01 7:47 PM Page 45 Troubleshooting Paper Feeding Problem Possible Cause Try This Multi-purpose tray contains too many sheets Make sure the paper stack in the multi-purpose tray does not exceed the paper limit mark. See "How to Load Paper and Envelopes" starting on page 3. Paper not loaded correctly Make sure that paper is loaded correctly in the multi-purpose tray, and paper guides adjusted properly. See "How to Load Paper and Envelopes" on page 3.
F30 Chapter 7.qxd 6/21/01 7:47 PM Page 46 MultiPASS F30 User’s Manual LCD Messages Message 46 Possible Cause Try This C INK EMPTY Cyan ink tank is empty Replace the ink tank. See "Replacing Ink Tanks" on page 33. CARTRIDGE JAMMED Printhead cannot move This problem is usually due to a paper jam. Clear the paper jam or obstruction (see "Clearing Paper Jams" on page 22), then press Resume. Resume Do not attempt to move the printhead manually.
F30 Chapter 7.qxd 6/21/01 7:47 PM Message Page 47 Possible Cause Try This WRONG CARTRIDGE Printhead is not installed correctly Re-install the printhead. Y INK EMP T Y Yellow ink tank is empty Replace the ink tank. See "Replacing Ink Tanks" on page 33. Customer Care Center Canon offers a full range of customer technical support* options: • For e-mail support, the latest driver downloads and answers to www.usa.canon.
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F30 Chapter 8.qxd 6/21/01 4:23 PM Page 49 8 Appendix Safety Information This guide uses the following icons to indicate situations that could cause damage or injury: Always follow the instructions provided in Warnings to prevent potential or serious personal injury or death as a result of careless operation of the equipment. Always follow the instructions provided in Cautions to prevent minor injuries to yourself or damage to the equipment as a result of careless operation of the equipment.
F30 Chapter 8.qxd 6/21/01 4:23 PM Page 50 F30 MFP User’s Manual Power Supply Do not damage or modify the power cord and power plug. Also do not place heavy objects on the power cord, pull on it, or extensively bend it. These actions may cause electrical damage and result in a fire or electrical shock. Do not insert or unplug the power plug with wet hands, as this may result in electrical shock. During electrical storms, turn off the power and disconnect the power cord from the power outlet.
F30 Chapter 8.qxd 6/21/01 4:23 PM Page 51 • Do not press down hard on the platen glass cover when using the platen glass to scan thick books. This may damage the platen glass and/or result in personal injury. • Do not fix your eyes on the luminous source while making copies and scanning, as this may result in personal injury. • Do not subject the F30 MFP to strong physical shock or vibration. • Turn off the power and unplug the F30 MFP before moving it.
F30 Chapter 8.qxd 6/21/01 4:23 PM Page 52 F30 MFP User’s Manual frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
6/21/01 4:23 PM Page 53 The MultiPASS Suite for Windows 98/Me and Windows 2000 supports both parallel and USB ports. For parallel port connection: Shielded, bi-directional, IEEE-1284-compatible parallel cable 6.6 feet or shorter For USB port connection (Windows 98/Me and Windows 2000 only): USB cable 16.4 feet in length or shorter General Specifications Power Source 120 V/60 Hz Power Consumption Maximum: Approx. 39.6W / Standby: Approx. 5.8W Weight 22 lb.
F30 Chapter 8.qxd 6/21/01 4:23 PM Page 54 F30 MFP User’s Manual Transparencies High Gloss Photo Film Glossy Photo Cards 30 sheets 1 sheet 20 cards Copy Specifications Copy Speed B&W, letter size: Color, fast mode, letter size: No. of Copies B&W: Maximum 99 copies Approx. 17 pages/minute Approx.
6/21/01 4:23 PM Page 55 This limited warranty covers all defects encountered in normal use of the product, and does not apply in the following cases: (a) Loss of or damage to the product due to abuse, mishandling, improper packaging by you, alteration, accident, electrical current fluctuations, failure to follow operating, maintenance or environmental instructions prescribed in Canon’s instruction manual, or service performed by someone other than a Canon repair facility or an ASF.
F30 Chapter 8.qxd 6/21/01 4:23 PM Page 56 F30 MFP User’s Manual InstantExchange† InstantExchange is a warranty program that expedites, usually by the next business day††, the exchange of a defective product with a refurbished product. The refurbished product you receive will be covered by the balance of the period remaining on your original limited warranty.
6/21/01 8:21 PM Page 57 Index A adjusting image quality 13 adjusting color settings 16 aligning printhead 36 B Brightness 16 C cancelling cleaning the printhead 35 Color Balance 16 color settings 16 control panel 3 copying 44 correcting digital photos 17 customer care center 47 D default printer 12 F F1 key 11 G glass 22 H help for the printer driver 11 for the toolbar 5 online help 5 Whatís This? 5 I ICM 16 Image Color Management (ICM), 16 Image Optimizer 15 image quality 13 ink tanks, replacing 33 ins
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