iP2800 series Online Manual Read Me First Useful Functions Available on the Printer Overview of the Printer Printing Troubleshooting English
Contents Read Me First. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Symbols Used in This Document. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Trademarks and Licenses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Search Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Notes on Operation Explanations. . . . . . . .
Replacing a FINE Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Replacing a FINE Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Printing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Printing from a Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Printing with Easy Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instructions for Use (Printer Driver). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Updating the Printer Driver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Delete the Unnecessary Canon IJ Printer from the Printer List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Enter keywords in the search window and click (Search). You can search for target pages in this guide. Entry example: "(your product's model name) load paper", "(your product's model name) 1000" Search Tips You can search for target pages by entering keywords in the search window. Note • The displayed screen may vary.
Note • The displayed screen varies depending on your product. • Searching for Application Functions Enter your application's name and a keyword for the function you want to learn about Example: When you want to learn how to print collages with My Image Garden Enter "My Image Garden collage" in the search window and perform a search • Searching for Reference Pages Enter your model name and a reference page title* * You can find reference pages more easily by entering the function name as well.
Notes on Operation Explanations In this guide, most of the operations are described based on the windows displayed when Mac OS X v10.8 is used.
Useful Functions Available on the Printer The following useful functions are available on the printer. Enjoy pleasant photography experience by utilizing various functions. Useful Functions Available from Applications and the Main Unit You can create items such as collages easily or download delightful printing materials, and print them.
Useful Functions Available from Applications and the Main Unit On the printer, the following useful functions are available from applications and the main unit. • Print Photos Easily • Download Content Materials Print Photos Easily Using an Application Organize Images Easily In My Image Garden, you can register the names of people and events to photos. You can organize photos easily as you can display them not only by folder but also by calendar, event, and person.
If there is an item you like, you can easily print it in just two steps. 1. In Image Display of Quick Menu, select the item you want to print. 2. Print the item with My Image Garden. Place Photos Automatically Delightful items are created easily as the selected photos are placed automatically according to the theme. Other Various Functions My Image Garden has many other useful functions. Refer to "What You Can Do with My Image Garden" for details.
Note • The designs of PREMIUM Contents provided in this page are subject to change without prior notice.
Overview of the Printer Safety Guide Safety Precautions Regulatory and Safety Information Main Components and Basic Operations Main Components About the Power Supply of the Printer Loading Paper Loading Paper Replacing a FINE Cartridge Replacing a FINE Cartridge Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer Maintenance When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Printer Changing the Printer Settings Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer T
Safety Guide Safety Precautions Regulatory and Safety Information 19
Safety Precautions Choosing a location • Do not install the machine in a location that is unstable or subject to excessive vibration. • Do not install the machine in locations that are very humid or dusty, in direct sunlight, outdoors, or close to a heating source. To avoid the risk of fire or electric shocks, use the machine under the operating environment specified in the On-screen Manual. • Do not place the machine on a thick rug or carpet. • Do not place the machine with its back attached to the wall.
Regulatory and Safety Information About the disposal of the battery (For models containing lithium battery) Dispose of used batteries according to the local regulations. Users in the U.S.A. FCC Notice (U.S.A. Only) For 120V, 60Hz model Model Number: K10389/K10392/K10399 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resources. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved WEEE scheme or your household waste disposal service. For more information regarding return and recycling of WEEE products, please visit www.canoneurope.com/environment. (EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) India only.
Paper types This product can be used to print on both recycled and virgin paper (certified to an environmental stewardship scheme), which complies with EN12281 or a similar quality standard. In addition it can support printing on media down to a weight of 64g/m2, lighter paper means less resources used and a lower environmental footprint for your printing needs.
Main Components and Basic Operations Main Components About the Power Supply of the Printer 24
Main Components Front View Rear View Inside View 25
Front View (1) paper support Open to load paper in the rear tray. (2) paper guide Align with the left side of the paper stack. (3) rear tray Load paper here. Two or more sheets of the same size and type of paper can be loaded at the same time, and fed automatically one sheet at a time. Loading Plain Paper / Photo Paper Loading Envelopes (4) cover Open to replace the FINE cartridge or remove jammed paper inside the printer. (5) paper output tray Printed paper is ejected. Pull out it before printing.
* All lamps are shown lit in the above figure for explanatory purposes. (7) ON/RESUME button Press to turn the power on or off. You can cancel a print job in progress. You can also press this button to release from printer error status or to select a maintenance function. (8) POWER lamp This lamp lights green after flashing when the power is turned on. Note • You can check the status of the printer by the POWER and Alarm lamps. • • • • • POWER lamp is off: The power is off.
Rear View (1) power cord connector Plug in the supplied power cord. (2) USB port Plug in the USB cable to connect the printer with a computer. Important • Do not touch the metal casing. • Do not plug in or unplug the USB cable while printing.
Inside View (1) FINE cartridge (ink cartridges) A replaceable cartridge that integrates print head and ink tank. (2) FINE cartridge holder Install the FINE cartridge. The color FINE cartridge should be installed into the left slot and the black FINE cartridge should be installed into the right slot. Note • For details on replacing a FINE cartridge, see Replacing a FINE Cartridge. Important • The area around the parts (A) may be splattered with ink. This does not affect the performance of the printer.
About the Power Supply of the Printer Confirming that the Power Is On Turning the Printer On and Off Notice for the Power Plug/Power Cord Notice for Unplugging the Power Cord 30
Confirming that the Power Is On The POWER lamp is lit green when the printer is turned on. Note • It may take a while for the printer to start printing immediately after you turn on the printer.
Turning the Printer On and Off Turning on the printer 1. Press the ON/RESUME button to turn on the printer. The POWER lamp flashes and then remains lit green. Confirming that the Power Is On Note • It may take a while for the printer to start printing immediately after you turn on the printer. • If the Alarm lamp lights up or flashes orange, see If an Error Occurs. • You can set the printer to automatically turn on when a print operation is performed from a computer. This feature is set to off by default.
Important • When you unplug the power cord after turning off the printer, be sure to confirm that the POWER lamp is off. Note • You can set the printer to automatically turn off when no print jobs are sent to the printer for a certain interval. This is the default setting.
Notice for the Power Plug/Power Cord Unplug the power cord once a month to confirm that the power plug/power cord does not have anything unusual described below. • • • • • The power plug/power cord is hot. The power plug/power cord is rusty. The power plug/power cord is bent. The power plug/power cord is worn. The power plug/power cord is split. Caution • If you find anything unusual with the power plug/power cord described above, unplug the power cord and call for service.
Notice for Unplugging the Power Cord To unplug the power cord, follow the procedure below. Important • When you unplug the power cord, press the ON/RESUME button, then confirm that the POWER lamp is off. Unplugging the power cord while the POWER lamp is lit or flashing may cause drying or clogging of the print head and print quality may be reduced. 1. Press the ON/RESUME button to turn the printer off.
Loading Paper Loading Paper 36
Loading Paper Loading Plain Paper / Photo Paper Loading Envelopes Media Types You Can Use Media Types You Cannot Use Printing Area 37
Loading Plain Paper / Photo Paper You can load plain paper or photo paper. Important • If you cut plain paper into small size such as 4" x 6" (10 x 15 cm) or 5" x 7" (13 x 18 cm) to perform trial print, it can cause paper jams. Note • We recommend Canon genuine photo paper for printing photos. For details on the Canon genuine paper, see Media Types You Can Use. • You can use general copy paper. For the page size and paper weight you can use for this printer, see Media Types You Can Use. 1. Prepare paper.
3. Slide the paper guide (A) to the left, and load the paper against the far right of the rear tray WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING YOU. 4. Slide the paper guide (A) to align it with the paper stack. Do not slide the paper guide too hard against the paper. The paper may not be fed properly. Important • Always load paper in the portrait orientation (B). Loading paper in the landscape orientation (C) can cause paper jams.
Note • Do not load sheets of paper higher than the load limit mark (D). Note • The printer may make operating noise when feeding paper. • After loading paper, select the size and type of the loaded paper on the print settings screen of the printer driver.
Loading Envelopes You can load Envelope DL and Envelope Com 10. The address is automatically rotated and printed according to the envelope's direction by specifying with the printer driver properly. Important • Do not use the following envelopes. They could jam in the printer or cause the printer to malfunction. • Envelopes with an embossed or treated surface • Envelopes with a double flap • Envelopes whose gummed flaps are already moistened and adhesive 1. Prepare envelopes.
3. Slide the paper guide (A) to the left, and load the envelopes against the far right of the rear tray WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING YOU. The folded flap of the envelope will be faced up on the left side. Up to 5 envelopes can be loaded at once. 4. Slide the paper guide (A) to align it with the envelopes. Do not slide the paper guide too hard against the envelopes. The envelopes may not be fed properly. (B) Rear side (C) Address side Note • Do not load sheets of paper higher than the load limit mark (D).
Note • The printer may make operating noise when feeding paper. • After loading envelopes, select the size and type of the loaded envelopes on the print settings screen of the printer driver.
Media Types You Can Use Use plain paper for printing texts or photo paper for printing photos, for the best print results. We recommend the use of Canon genuine paper for printing your important photos. Media Types Commercially available papers • Plain Paper (including recycled paper)*1 • Envelopes Canon genuine papers The Model Number of Canon genuine paper is shown in brackets.
Paper Weight You can use paper in the following weight range. • 17 to 28 lb (64 to 105 g /m2) (except for Canon genuine paper) Do not use heavier or lighter paper (except for Canon genuine paper), as it could jam in the printer. Notes on Storing Paper • Take out only the necessary number of paper from the package, just before printing. • To avoid curling, when you do not print, put unused paper back into the package and keep it on a level surface.
Paper Load Limit Commercially Available Papers Media Name Rear Tray Paper Output Tray Plain Paper (including recycled paper) Approx. 60 sheets Approx. 10 sheets Envelopes 5 envelopes *1 Canon Genuine Papers Note • We recommend that you remove the previously printed sheet from the paper output tray before continuously printing to avoid blurs and discoloration. Paper for printing photos: Media Name
Media Types You Cannot Use Do not use the following types of paper. Using such paper will cause not only unsatisfactory results, but also the printer to jam or malfunction.
Printing Area Printing Area Other Sizes than Letter, Legal, Envelopes Letter, Legal Envelopes 48
Printing Area To ensure the best print quality, the printer allows a margin along each edge of media. The actual printable area will be the area inside these margins. Recommended printing area : Canon recommends that you print within this area. Printable area : The area where it is possible to print. However, printing in this area can affect the print quality or the paper feed precision.
Other Sizes than Letter, Legal, Envelopes Size Printable Area (width x height) A5 5.56 x 7.49 inches (141.2 x 190.3 mm) A4 8.00 x 10.92 inches (203.2 x 277.3 mm) B5 6.90 x 9.34 inches (175.2 x 237.3 mm) 4" x 6" (10 x 15 cm) 3.73 x 5.22 inches (94.8 x 132.7 mm) 5" x 7" (13 x 18 cm) 4.73 x 6.22 inches (120.2 x 158.1 mm) Recommended printing area (A) 1.24 inches (31.6 mm) (B) 1.15 inches (29.2 mm) Printable area (C) 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) (D) 0.66 inch (16.7 mm) (E) 0.13 inch (3.4 mm) (F) 0.13 inch (3.
Letter, Legal Size Printable Area (width x height) Letter 8.00 x 10.22 inches (203.2 x 259.7 mm) Legal 8.00 x 13.22 inches (203.2 x 335.9 mm) Recommended printing area (A) 1.24 inches (31.6 mm) (B) 1.15 inches (29.2 mm) Printable area (C) 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) (D) 0.66 inch (16.7 mm) (E) 0.25 inch (6.4 mm) (F) 0.25 inch (6.
Envelopes Size Recommended Printing Area (width x height) Envelope DL 3.88 x 7.06 inches (98.8 x 179.5 mm) Envelope Com 10 3.68 x 7.90 inches (93.5 x 200.8 mm) Recommended printing area (A) 0.31 inch (8.0 mm) (B) 1.28 inches (32.5 mm) (C) 0.22 inch (5.6 mm) (D) 0.22 inch (5.
Replacing a FINE Cartridge Replacing a FINE Cartridge Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer 53
Replacing a FINE Cartridge When remaining ink cautions or errors occur, the Alarm lamp will flash orange to inform you of the error. Count the number of flashes and take appropriate action. If an Error Occurs Note • For information on the compatible FINE cartridge, refer to the printed manual: Safety and Important Information. Replacing Procedure When you need to replace a FINE cartridge, follow the procedure below.
Both color ink and black ink are also consumed in the standard cleaning and deep cleaning of the print head, which may be necessary to maintain the performance of the printer. When ink runs out, replace the FINE cartridge immediately with a new one. Useful Information about Ink 1. Make sure that the power is turned on. 2. Retract the paper output tray and the output tray extension. 3. Open the cover. The FINE cartridge holder moves to the replacement position.
2. Remove the FINE cartridge. Important • Handle the FINE cartridge carefully to avoid staining of clothing or the surrounding area. • Discard the empty FINE cartridge according to the local laws and regulations regarding disposal of consumables. 5. Prepare a new FINE cartridge. 1. Take a new FINE cartridge out of its package and remove the protective tape (C) gently.
Important • If you shake a FINE cartridge, ink may spill out and stain your hands and the surrounding area. Handle a FINE cartridge carefully. • Be careful not to stain your hands and the surrounding area with ink on the removed protective tape. • Do not reattach the protective tape once you have removed it. Discard it according to the local laws and regulations regarding disposal of consumables. • Do not touch the electrical contacts or print head nozzle on a FINE cartridge.
2. Push the FINE cartridge in and up firmly until it snaps into place. Important • Check if the FINE cartridge is installed correctly.
• The printer cannot print unless both the color FINE cartridge and black FINE cartridge are installed. Be sure to install both cartridges. 7. Close the cover. Note • If the Alarm lamp lights or flashes orange after the cover is closed, take appropriate action. If an Error Occurs • The printer may make noise during operation. 8. Adjust the print head position. After replacing the FINE cartridge, align the print head.
Maintenance When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Printer 60
When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Maintenance Procedure Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Cleaning the Print Head 61
Maintenance Procedure If print results are blurred, colors are not printed correctly, or print results are unsatisfactory (e.g. misaligned printed ruled lines), perform the maintenance procedure below. Important • Do not rinse or wipe the FINE cartridge. This can cause trouble with the FINE cartridge. Note • Check if ink remains in the FINE cartridge. Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer • Check if the FINE cartridge is installed correctly.
Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer After cleaning the print head, print and examine the nozzle check pattern: Step1 If the problem is not resolved after cleaning the print head twice: Step4 Clean the print head deeply. From the computer Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer If the problem is not resolved, turn off the power and clean the print head deeply again after 24 hours. If the problem is still not resolved: Step5 Replace a FINE cartridge.
Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzle. Note • If the remaining ink level is low, the nozzle check pattern will not be printed correctly. Replace the FINE cartridge whose ink is low. You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper 1. Make sure that the power is turned on. 2. Load a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper in the rear tray. 3.
Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Examine the nozzle check pattern, and clean the print head if necessary. 1. Check if there are missing lines in the pattern (A) or horizontal white streaks in the pattern (B). (C) Number of sheets printed so far If there are missing lines in the pattern (A): Cleaning the print head is required. (D) Good (E) Bad (lines are missing) If there are horizontal white streaks in the pattern (B): Cleaning the print head is required.
Cleaning the Print Head Clean the print head if lines are missing or if horizontal white streaks are present in the printed nozzle check pattern. Cleaning unclogs the nozzles and restores the print head condition. Cleaning the print head consumes ink, so clean the print head only when necessary. 1. Make sure that the power is turned on. 2. Hold down the ON/RESUME button until the POWER lamp flashes green once, then release it immediately. The printer starts cleaning the print head.
Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer Cleaning Inside the Printer Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers from Your Computer Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check Pattern Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer 67
Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer The print head cleaning function allows you to clear up clogged print head nozzle. Perform print head cleaning if printing is faint or a specific color fails to print, even though there is enough ink. The procedure for cleaning the print head is as follows: Cleaning 1. Select Cleaning from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2. Click the Cleaning icon When the dialog opens, select the ink group for which cleaning is to be performed.
When the dialog opens, select the ink group for which deep cleaning is to be performed. Click to display the items you need to check before performing deep cleaning. 3. Execute deep cleaning Make sure that the printer is on and then click OK. Click OK when the confirmation message appears. Print head deep cleaning starts. 4. Complete deep cleaning The Nozzle Check dialog opens after the confirmation message. 5. Check the results To check whether the print quality has improved, click Print Check Pattern.
Cleaning Inside the Printer To prevent smudges on the back side of the paper, perform bottom plate cleaning. Also perform bottom plate cleaning if ink smudges caused by something other than print data appear on the printed page. The procedure for performing bottom plate cleaning is as follows: Bottom Plate Cleaning 1. Select Cleaning from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2. Click the Bottom Plate Cleaning icon The dialog opens. 3.
Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers from Your Computer Cleans the paper feed rollers. Perform feed roller cleaning when there are paper particles sticking to the paper feed rollers and paper is not fed properly. The procedure for performing the feed roller cleaning is as follows: Roller Cleaning 1. Prepare the printer Remove all sheets of paper from the rear tray. 2. Select Cleaning from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 3. Click the Roller Cleaning icon The confirmation message appears. 4.
Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check Pattern The nozzle check function allows you to check whether the print head is working properly by printing a nozzle check pattern. Print the pattern if printing becomes faint, or if a specific color fails to print. The procedure for printing a nozzle check pattern is as follows: Nozzle Check 1. Select Test Print from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2. Click the Nozzle Check icon The confirmation message appears.
Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Print head alignment corrects the installation positions of the print head and improves deviated colors and lines. The procedure for performing print head alignment is as follows: Note • If you are adjusting the head position while the software is being installed from the Setup CD-ROM, start from Step 3. Print Head Alignment 1. Select Test Print from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2.
Note • If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable vertical streaks. (A) Least noticeable vertical streaks (B) Most noticeable vertical streaks • If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable horizontal streaks. (A) Least noticeable horizontal streaks (B) Most noticeable horizontal streaks 6. Confirm the displayed message and click OK The second pattern is printed. 7.
8. Confirm the displayed message and click OK The third pattern is printed. 9. Check the printed pattern Enter the numbers of the patterns with the least noticeable horizontal stripes in the associated boxes, and click OK. Note • If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable horizontal stripes.
Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller Cleaning the Inside of the Printer (Bottom Plate Cleaning) 76
Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer Be sure to use a soft and dry cloth such as eyeglasses cleaning cloth and wipe off dirt on the surface gently. Smooth out wrinkles on the cloth if necessary before cleaning. Important • Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before cleaning the printer. • Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, rough-textured cloth, or similar materials for cleaning so as not to scratch the surface.
Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller If the paper feed rollers are dirty or paper powder is attached to it, paper may not be fed properly. In this case, clean the paper feed rollers from the computer. Cleaning will wear out the paper feed rollers, so perform this only when necessary.
Cleaning the Inside of the Printer (Bottom Plate Cleaning) Remove stains from the inside of the printer. If the inside of the printer becomes dirty, printed paper may get dirty, so we recommend performing cleaning regularly. You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper* * Be sure to use a new piece of paper. 1. Make sure that the power is turned on and remove any paper from the rear tray. 2. Prepare paper. 1.
Important • Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before cleaning the printer.
Changing the Printer Settings Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer 81
Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer Registering a Changed Printing Profile Setting the Ink Cartridge to be Used Managing the Printer Power Reducing the Printer Noise Changing the Printer Operation Mode 82
Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer You can check the remaining ink level and the FINE cartridge types for your model. 1. Select Ink Level Information from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility An illustration of the ink types and their status is displayed. If a warning or error related to the remaining ink level occurs, the printer driver displays an icon to let you know. 2. If necessary, click Ink Details You can check the ink-related information.
Registering a Changed Printing Profile You can name and register the printing profile you made in the Print Dialog. The registered printing profile can be called up from Presets to be used. You can also delete the unnecessary printing profile. The procedure for registering a printing profile is as follows: Registering a Printing Profile 1. In the Print dialog, set the necessary items 2. Select Save Current Settings as Preset... (Save As...) from the Presets 3.
Deleting Unnecessary Printing Profile 1. Select the printing profile to be deleted • If you are using Mac OS X v10.8 or Mac OS X v10.7 In the print dialog, select Show Presets... in the Presets section. Then in the dialog that appears, select the name of the printing profile to be deleted. • If you are using Mac OS X v10.6.8 On Presets in the Print dialog, select the name of printing profile you want to delete. 2. Delete the printing profile • If you are using Mac OS X v10.8 or Mac OS X v10.
Setting the Ink Cartridge to be Used This feature enables you to specify the most appropriate FINE cartridge among installed cartridges according to an intended use. When one of the FINE cartridges becomes empty and cannot be replaced immediately by a new one, you can specify the other FINE cartridge that still has ink and continue printing. The procedure for specifying the FINE cartridge is as follows: 1. Select Ink Cartridge Settings from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2.
Managing the Printer Power This function allows you to manage the printer power from the printer driver. The procedure for managing the printer power is as follows: Power Off The Power Off function turns off the printer. When you use this function, you will not be able to turn the printer on from the printer driver. 1. Select Power Settings from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2. Execute power off Click Power Off, and when the confirmation message appears, click OK.
Reducing the Printer Noise The silent function allows you to reduce the operating noise of this printer. Select when you wish to reduce the operating noise of the printer at night, etc. Using this function may lower the print speed. The procedure for using the quiet mode is as follows: 1.
3. Apply the settings Make sure that the printer is on and click Apply. Click OK when the confirmation message appears. The settings are enabled hereafter. Note • The effects of the quiet mode may be less depending on the print quality settings.
Changing the Printer Operation Mode If necessary, switch between various modes of printer operation. The procedure for configuring Custom Settings is as follows: 1. Make sure that the printer is on, and then select Custom Settings from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility Note • If the computer is unable to communicate with the printer, a message may be displayed because the computer cannot access the function information that was set on the printer.
Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality Useful Information about Ink Key Points to Successful Printing Be Sure to Make Paper Settings after Loading Paper Storing Printed Images Printer Handling Precautions Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality Precautions for Safe Transport of the Printer 91
Useful Information about Ink How is ink used for various purposes other than printing? Ink may be used for purposes other than printing. Ink is not only used for printing, but also for cleaning the print head to maintain the optimal printing quality. The printer has the function to automatically clean the ink jet nozzles to prevent clogging. In the cleaning procedure, ink is pumped out from the nozzles. Used ink for nozzle cleaning is limited to a small amount.
Key Points to Successful Printing Check the printer status before printing! • Is the print head OK? If a print head nozzle is clogged, print will be faint and papers will be wasted. Print the nozzle check pattern to check the print head. Maintenance Procedure • Is the inside of the printer smeared with ink? After printing large quantities of paper, the area where papers go through may get smeared with ink. Clean the inside of your printer with Bottom Plate Cleaning.
Be Sure to Make Paper Settings after Loading Paper If the media type setting is not the one for the loaded paper, printing results may not be satisfactory. After loading paper, be sure to select the appropriate media type setting for the loaded paper. Print Results Not Satisfactory There are various types of paper: paper with special coating on the surface for printing photos with optimal quality and paper suitable for documents.
Storing Printed Images Store printed images in albums, clear photo sleeves, or glass frames to protect them from direct exposure to air. Note • Storing printed images without sufficient drying may cause blurring or discoloration.
Printer Handling Precautions Do not place any object on the printer! Do not place any object on the printer. It will fall into the rear tray and cause the printer to malfunction. Also, place the printer where objects will not fall on it.
Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality The key to printing with the optimal printing quality is to prevent the print head from drying or clogging. Always observe the following rules for optimal printing quality. Never unplug the power cord until the power is turned off! If you press the ON/RESUME button to turn off the power, the printer caps the print head (nozzles) automatically to prevent from drying.
Precautions for Safe Transport of the Printer When relocating the printer, make sure of the following. Important • Pack the printer in a sturdy box so that it is placed with its bottom facing down, using sufficient protective material to ensure safe transport. • With the FINE cartridge left installed in the printer, press the ON/RESUME button to turn off the power. This allows the printer to automatically cap the print head, thus preventing it from drying.
Legal Limitations on Use of Your Product and Use of Images It may be unlawful to print the following documents. The list provided is non-exhaustive. When in doubt, check with a legal representative in your jurisdiction.
Specifications General Specifications Printing resolution (dpi) 4800* (horizontal) x 600 (vertical) * Ink droplets can be placed with a pitch of 1/4800 inch at minimum. Interface USB Port: Hi-Speed USB * * A computer that complies with Hi-Speed USB standard is required. Since the Hi-Speed USB interface is fully upwardly compatible with USB 1.1, it can be used at USB 1.1. Print width 8 inches/203.
Windows Operating System Windows 8, Windows 8.1 Windows 7, Windows 7 SP1 Windows Vista SP1, Windows Vista SP2 Windows XP SP3 32-bit only Browser Internet Explorer 8 or later Hard Disk Space 3 GB Note: For bundled software installation. The necessary amount of hard disk space may be changed without notice. Display XGA 1024 x 768 Mac OS Operating System Mac OS X v10.6.8 or later Browser Safari 5 or later Hard Disk Space 1.5 GB Note: For bundled software installation.
Printing Printing from a Computer Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) 102
Printing from a Computer Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) 103
Printing with Application Software that You are Using (Printer Driver) Printing with Easy Setup Basic Various Printing Methods Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Overview of the Printer Driver Updating the Printer Driver Sharing the Printer on a Network 104
Printing with Easy Setup The simple setup procedure for carrying out appropriate printing on this printer is as follows: 1. Check that the printer is turned on 2. Load paper on the printer 3. Select the printer Select your model from the Printer list in the Print Dialog. Note • Click Show Details ( (the disclosure triangle)) to switch the Setup window to the detailed display. 4. Select the paper size For Paper Size, select the paper size to be used.
5. Select Quality & Media from the pop-up menu 6. Select the media type For Media Type, select the same paper type loaded in the printer.
7. Select the print quality For Print Quality, select High, Standard, or Draft according to your purpose. Important • The print quality settings that can be selected may differ depending on a printing profile. 8. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the document will be printed in accordance with the type and size of the media.
Important • In the Presets section, click Save Current Settings as Preset... (Save As...) to register the specified settings.
Setting the Media Type with the Printer Driver When you use this printer, selecting a media type that matches the print purpose will help you achieve the best print results. You can use the following media types on this printer. Commercially available papers Media name Media Type in the printer driver Plain Paper (including recycled paper) Plain Paper Envelopes Envelope Canon genuine papers (Photo Printing) Media name
Various Printing Methods Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Setting the Stapling Margin Scaling the Printing to Fit the Paper Size Scaled Printing Page Layout Printing Displaying the Print Results before Printing Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size) 110
Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Collate pages + Reverse Collate pages + Normal Reverse The procedure for specifying the number of copies and printing order is as follows: 1. Specify the number of copies to be printed Specify the number of copies to print from the Copies in the Print Dialog. 2. Select Paper Handling from the pop-up menu 3.
5. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the specified number of copies will be printed with the specified printing order. Important • When the application software that you used to create the document has the same function, specify the settings on the printer driver. However, if the print results are not acceptable, specify the function settings on the application software.
Setting the Stapling Margin The procedure for setting the margin width and the staple side is as follows: 1. Select Margin from the pop-up menu on the Print Dialog 2. Set the margin width and the staple side If necessary, set the Margin width, and select a stapling position from the Stapling Side list. Note • The printer automatically reduces the print area depending on the staple position margin. 3. Complete the setup Click Print.
Scaling the Printing to Fit the Paper Size The procedure for printing a document that is automatically enlarged or reduced to fit the page size to be used is as follows: 1. Check the paper size Check that the Paper Size in the Print Dialog is the same as the paper size that you set in the application software. 2. Select Paper Handling from the pop-up menu 3. Set the print paper size Check the Scale to fit paper size check box.
Click Print. When you execute print, the document will be enlarged or reduced to fit to the page size.
Scaled Printing The procedure for printing a document with pages enlarged or reduced is as follows: 1. Select the printer In the Page Setup Dialog, select your model name from the Format For list. 2. Set scaled printing Specify the scaling factor in the Scale box, and click OK. Note • If you are using Mac OS X v10.8 or Mac OS X v10.7, you can set the Scale rate to a value in the range from 1 to 999%. If you are using Mac OS X v10.6.8, set a value in the range from 1 to 10000%.
Page Layout Printing The page layout printing function allows you to print more than one page image on a single sheet of paper. The procedure for performing page layout printing is as follows: 1. Select Layout from the pop-up menu in the Print Dialog 2. Set the number of original you print on one page In Pages per Sheet, specify the number of page you print on one page. 3. If necessary, set the following items Layout Direction To change the page placement order, select an icon from the list.
4. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the specified number of pages will be arranged on each sheet of paper in the specified order.
Displaying the Print Results before Printing If you are using Mac OS X v10.6.8, you can display and check the print result before printing. To display the print result before printing, click Preview on the Print Dialog. Note • When you click (the disclosure triangle) in the Print dialog and switch to the detailed display, Preview is not displayed. For detailed display, a preview is displayed on the left side of the Print dialog.
Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size) You can specify any height and width of paper when that particular size cannot be selected from the Paper Size menu. Such a paper size is called "custom size." The procedure for specifying a custom size is as follows: 1. Creating a new custom paper size In the Print Dialog, select Manage Custom Sizes... from Paper Size. In the Custom Paper Sizes dialog, click +. Untitled will be added to the list. 2.
Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Printing a Color Document in Monochrome Specifying Color Correction Optimal Photo Printing of Image Data Adjusting Colors with the Printer Driver Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Application Software) Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Printer Driver) Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Brightness Adjusting Intensity Adjusting Contrast 121
Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) The print quality level can be set in the Custom. The procedure for setting the print quality level is as follows: 1. Select Quality & Media from the pop-up menu on the Print Dialog 2. Select the print quality Select Custom for Print Quality. 3. Setting the print quality level Move the Quality slider to select the print quality level. 4. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the image data is printed with the selected print quality level.
Printing a Color Document in Monochrome The procedure for printing a color document in monochrome is as follows: 1. Select Quality & Media from the pop-up menu on the Print Dialog 2. Set grayscale printing Check the Grayscale Printing check box. 3. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the document is converted to grayscale data. It allows you to print the color document in monochrome. Note • During Grayscale Printing, inks other than black ink may be used as well.
Specifying Color Correction You can specify the color correction method suited to the type of document to be printed. Normally, the printer driver adjusts the colors by using Canon Digital Photo Color so that data is printed with color tints that most people prefer. When you want to print by using the color space (Adobe RGB or sRGB) of the image data effectively or by specifying a printing ICC profile from your application software, select ColorSync.
Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Application Software) Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Printer Driver) 125
Optimal Photo Printing of Image Data When people print images taken with digital cameras, they sometimes feel that the printed color tones differ from those of actual image or those displayed on the monitor. To get the print results as close as possible to the desired color tones, you must select a printing method that is best suited to the application software used or to your purpose. Color Management Devices such as digital cameras, scanners, monitors, and printers handle color differently.
Adjusting Colors with the Printer Driver You can specify the color correction function of the printer driver to print with color tints that most people prefer through the use of Canon Digital Photo Color. When printing from an application software that can identify ICC profiles and allows you to specify them, use a printing ICC profile in the application software, and select settings for color management. The procedure for adjusting colors with the printer driver is as follows: 1.
Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Application Software) When you print from Adobe Photoshop, Canon Digital Photo Professional, or any application software that can identify input ICC profiles and allows you to specify such profiles, printer uses the color management system (ColorSync) built-into Mac OS when printing.
Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Brightness Adjusting Intensity Adjusting Contrast 129
Printing with ICC Profiles (Specifying an ICC Profile from the Printer Driver) Print from an application software that cannot identify or specify input ICC profiles by using the color space of the input ICC profile (sRGB) found in the data. 1. Select Color Matching from the pop-up menu of the Print Dialog 2. Select color correction Select ColorSync. You can leave Profile set to Automatic.
Adjusting Color Balance You can adjust the color tints when printing. Since this function adjusts color balance of the output by changing the ink ratios of each color, it changes the total color balance of the document. Use the application software when you want to change the color balance significantly. Use the printer driver only when you want to adjust the color balance slightly.
Important • Adjust the slider gradually. 3. Complete the setup Click Print. When you execute print, the document is printed with the adjusted color balance. Important • When the Grayscale Printing check box is checked for Quality & Media, the color balance (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) appear grayed out and are unavailable. • If you select ColorSync for Color Matching, then the color balance (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) appear grayed out and are unavailable.
Adjusting Brightness You can change the brightness of the overall image data during printing. This function does not change pure white or pure black but it changes the brightness of the intermediate colors. The following sample shows the print result when the brightness setting is changed. Light is selected Normal is selected Dark is selected The procedure for adjusting brightness is as follows: 1. Select Color Options from the pop-up menu of the Print Dialog 2.
Related Topics Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Intensity Adjusting Contrast 134
Adjusting Intensity You can dilute (brighten) or intensify (darken) the colors of the overall image data during printing. The following sample shows the case when the intensity is increased so that all colors become more intense when the image data is printed. No adjustment Higher intensity The procedure for adjusting intensity is as follows: 1. Select Color Options from the pop-up menu of the Print Dialog 2.
Important • If you select ColorSync for Color Matching, then the Intensity appears grayed out and is unavailable.
Adjusting Contrast You can adjust the image contrast during printing. To make the differences between the light and dark portions of images greater and more distinct, increase the contrast. On the other hand, to make the differences between the light and dark portions of images smaller and less distinct, reduce the contrast. No adjustment Adjust the contrast The procedure for adjusting contrast is as follows: 1. Select Color Options from the pop-up menu of the Print Dialog 2.
Important • If you select ColorSync for Color Matching, then the Contrast appears grayed out and is unavailable.
Overview of the Printer Driver Canon IJ Printer Driver How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window Page Setup Dialog Print Dialog Quality & Media Color Options Margin Canon IJ Printer Utility Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility Maintenance of this Printer Display the Printing Status Screen Deleting the Undesired Print Job Instructions for Use (Printer Driver) 139
Canon IJ Printer Driver The Canon IJ printer driver (called printer driver below) is a software that is installed on your computer for printing data with this printer. The printer driver converts the print data created by your application software into data that your printer can understand, and sends the converted data to the printer. Because different models support different print data formats, you need a printer driver for the specific model you are using.
How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window You can display the printer driver setup window from the application software you are using. Opening the Page Setup Dialog Use this procedure to set the page (paper) settings before printing. 1. Select Page Setup... from the File menu of the application software The Page Setup Dialog opens. Opening the Print Dialog Use this procedure to set the print settings before printing. 1. Select Print...
Page Setup Dialog In the Page Setup dialog, you configure the basic print settings such as the size of paper loaded in the printer or the scaling ratio. To open the Page Setup dialog, you typically select Page Setup... from the File menu of your application software. Settings Click the pop-up menu, and then select the following items: Page Attributes Set the paper size or scaled printing. Save as Default You can save the attributes of the displayed page as the default settings.
Print Dialog In the Print dialog, you can set paper type and print quality to start printing. To open the Print dialog, you typically select Print... from the File menu of your application software. Printer Select the model to be used for printing. When you click Add Printer..., a dialog for specifying the printer opens. Presets You can save or delete the settings of the Print dialog. Note • If you are using Mac OS X v10.8 or Mac OS X v10.7, you can select Show Presets...
Layout You can set page layout printing. Use Reverse page orientation to change the paper orientation, and use Flip horizontally to print a mirror image of the document. Color Matching You can select the color correction method. Paper Handling You can set the pages to be printed on paper and the print order. Cover Page You can output cover pages both before and after a document. Scheduler You can set the print start time and print priorities.
Quality & Media This dialog allows you to create a basic print setup in accordance with the paper type. Unless special printing is required, normal printing can be performed just by setting the items in this dialog. Media Type Select the type of media to be used. You must select the type of media actually loaded in the printer. This selection enables the printer to carry out printing properly for the material of the media used. Paper Source Shows the source from which paper is supplied.
Related Topics Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom) Printing a Color Document in Monochrome 146
Color Options This dialog allows you to adjust the print color as you like. If the color of the printed image is not as expected, adjust the properties in the dialog and retry printing. The adjustments made here do not affect the colors of the original print data unlike application software dedicated to image processing. Use this dialog just to make fine adjustments. Preview Shows the effect of color adjustment. As you adjust each item, the effects are reflected in the color and brightness.
Use the printer driver only when adjusting the color balance slightly. To change the color balance significantly, use the application software. Brightness Select the brightness of printed images. You cannot change the levels of pure white and black. You can change the contrast of the colors between white and black. Intensity Select this method to adjust the overall density of your print. To increase the overall intensity, drag the slider to the right.
Margin This dialog allows you to set the stapling side and amount of margin for stapling multiple sheets of paper. Margin Specify the amount of margin space for stapling the paper. Enter a value between 0 inches (0 mm) to 1.2 inches (30 mm). Stapling Side Specify the stapling side. Long-side stapling (Left) / Long-side stapling (Right) Select this option to staple the long side of the paper. Choose left or right.
Canon IJ Printer Utility The Canon IJ Printer Utility allows you to perform printer maintenance or change the settings of the printer. What You Can Do with the Canon IJ Printer Utility You can switch between pages in Canon IJ Printer Utility by the pop-up menu. You can choose one of the following items from the pop-up menu. Cleaning Clean the printer to prevent print smudges and clear up clogged print head nozzle.
Related Topics Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer Cleaning Inside the Printer Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers from Your Computer Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check Pattern Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer Setting the Ink Cartridge to be Used Managing the Printer Power Reducing the Printer Noise Changing the Printer Operation Mode 151
Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility To open the Canon IJ Printer Utility, follow the steps below. 1. Open System Preferences, and select Print & Scan (Print & Fax) 2. Start the Canon IJ Printer Utility Select your model from the printer list, and click Options & Supplies.... Click Open Printer Utility in Utility tab. Canon IJ Printer Utility is launched.
Maintenance of this Printer Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer Cleaning Inside the Printer Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers from Your Computer Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check Pattern Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer Setting the Ink Cartridge to be Used Managing the Printer Power Reducing the Printer Noise Changing the Printer Operation Mode 153
Display the Printing Status Screen Check the print progress according to the following procedure: 1. Launch the printing status screen • If the print data has been sent to the printer The printing status screen opens automatically. To display the printing status screen, click the (the printer icon) displayed on the Dock. • If the print data has not been sent to the printer Open System Preferences, and select Print & Scan (Print & Fax).
Deletes the specified print job. Stops printing the specified document. Resumes printing the specified document. Displays the print job information. Stops printing all documents. Displayed only when printing of all documents is being stopped, and resumes printing all documents.
Deleting the Undesired Print Job If the printer does not start printing, canceled or failed print job data may be remaining. Delete unnecessary print jobs from the print status check screen. 1. Open System Preferences, and select Print & Scan (Print & Fax) 2. Select your model, and then click Open Print Queue... The print status check screen appears. 3. Select the unnecessary print job and click ( The selected print jobs will be deleted.
Instructions for Use (Printer Driver) This printer driver is subject to the following restrictions. Keep the following points in mind when using the printer driver. Restrictions on the Printer Driver • When you set up the Page Setup dialog, be sure to begin by selecting the model you are using from the Format For list. If you select another printer, printing may not be performed properly.
Updating the Printer Driver Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver Delete the Unnecessary Canon IJ Printer from the Printer List Before Installing the Printer Driver Installing the Printer Driver 158
Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver By updating the printer driver to the latest version of the printer driver, unresolved problems may be solved. You can access our website and download the latest printer driver for your model. Important • You can download the printer driver for free, but any Internet access charges incurred are your responsibility.
Delete the Unnecessary Canon IJ Printer from the Printer List A Canon IJ Printer that you no longer use can be deleted from the printer list. Before deleting the Canon IJ Printer, disconnect the cable that connects the printer to the computer. The procedure to delete the unnecessary Canon IJ Printer from the printer list is as follows: You cannot delete the Canon IJ Printer unless you are logged in as a user with the administrative right.
Before Installing the Printer Driver This section describes the items that you should check before installing the printer driver. You should also refer to this section if the printer driver cannot be installed. Checking the Printer Status • Confirm that the USB port of this printer and the computer are firmly connected with the USB cable. Checking the Personal Computer Settings • Terminate all running applications. • Log on as the computer administrator.
Installing the Printer Driver You can access our web site through the Internet and download the latest printer driver for your model. The procedure for installing the downloaded printer driver is as follows: 1. Mount the disk Double-click the disk image file you have downloaded. The file is unpacked, and then the disk is mounted. 2. Start the installer Double-click "PrinterDriver_XXX_YYY.pkg" (where "XXX" is your model name, and "YYY" is version) contained in the disk. 3.
Sharing the Printer on a Network When multiple computers are being used in the network environment, you can share the printer connected to one computer with the other computers. Before carrying out the setup for printer sharing, select Network from System Preferences, and check whether the network settings have been set. This section describes the procedure for sharing a printer among Mac.
Settings on Print Server When you use the printer on a network, set up the printer driver for sharing on the print server system. The procedure for setting up the print server systems is as follows: 1. Install the printer driver on the print server system 2. Check that the printer to be used has been added Open System Preferences, and select Print & Scan (Print & Fax). The printer list displays the printers that are connected to the computer. 3.
Settings on Client PC After setting up the print server system, set up the client system. The procedure for setting up the client systems is as follows: 1. Install the printer driver on the client systems 2. Display the printer list Open System Preferences, and select Print & Scan (Print & Fax). Click + to display the printer list. 3. Add a printer to be shared Select a shared printer displayed in the printer list, and then click Add. The setup on the client systems is now completed.
Restrictions on Printer Sharing These are restrictions that apply when you are using a printer in a network environment. • Install the same version of the printer driver in the print server system and the client systems. You can download the latest printer driver from our web site. • Use printer sharing with users who have the administrator privilege.
Troubleshooting The Printer Cannot Be Powered On Printing Does Not Start Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Occurs Print Results Not Satisfactory Ink Is Not Ejected Paper Jams If an Error Occurs Search Each Function Problems with Printing Problems with Printing Quality Problems with the Printer Problems with Installation/Downloading About Errors/Messages Displayed If You Cannot Resolve the Problem 167
Problems with Printing Printing Does Not Start Paper Jams Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Occurs Printing Stops Before It Is Completed 168
Printing Does Not Start Make sure that the power plug is securely plugged in, then press the ON/ RESUME button to turn the printer on. Check1 While the POWER lamp is flashing, the printer is initializing. Wait until the POWER lamp stops flashing and remains lit. Note • When printing large data such as a photo or graphics, it may take longer to start printing. While the POWER lamp is flashing, the computer is processing data and sending it to the printer. Wait until printing starts.
Paper Jams When paper is jammed, the Alarm lamp flashes orange and a troubleshooting message is displayed on the computer screen automatically. Take the appropriate action described in the message. * The screen differs depending on the OS you are using. For details on how to remove the jammed paper, refer to Support Code List (When Paper Is Jammed). Note • You can confirm the actions against errors with Support Codes on your computer by searching a Support Code.
Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Occurs Check1 Make sure that paper is loaded. Loading Paper Check2 Make sure of the following when you load paper. • When loading two or more sheets of paper, align the edges of the sheets before loading. • When loading two or more sheets of paper, make sure that the paper stack does not exceed the paper load limit.
Check7 Clean the paper feed roller. Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers from Your Computer Note • Cleaning the paper feed roller will wear the roller, so perform this procedure only when necessary.
Printing Stops Before It Is Completed Check1 Is the paper loaded? Make sure that paper is loaded. If the printer has run out of paper, load paper. Check2 Do the printing documents have lots of photographs or illustrations? As printing large data such as photos or graphics takes time for the printer and the computer to process, the printer may appear to have stopped operating. In addition, when printing data that uses a large amount of ink continuously on plain paper, the printer may pause temporarily.
Problems with Printing Quality Print Results Not Satisfactory Ink Is Not Ejected 174
Print Results Not Satisfactory If the print result is not satisfactory due to white streaks, misaligned lines, or uneven colors, confirm the paper and print quality settings first. Check1 Do the page size and media type settings match the size and type of the loaded paper? When these settings are incorrect, you cannot obtain a proper print result. If you are printing a photograph or an illustration, incorrect paper type settings may reduce the quality of the printout color.
Cannot Print to End of Job Check Is the space of your computer's hard disk sufficient? Delete unnecessary files to free disk space.
No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks No Printing Results Printing Is Blurred Colors Are Wrong White Streaks 177
Check1 Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Print the Nozzle Check Pattern and perform any necessary maintenance operations such as Print Head Cleaning. Check2 Print the Nozzle Check Pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzles. Refer to When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect for the Nozzle Check Pattern printing, Print Head Cleaning, and Print Head Deep Cleaning.
Colors Are Unclear Check1 Is the Nozzle Check Pattern printed properly? Print the Nozzle Check Pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzles. Refer to When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect for the Nozzle Check Pattern printing, Print Head Cleaning, and Print Head Deep Cleaning. • If the Nozzle Check Pattern is not printed correctly: After performing the Print Head Cleaning, print the Nozzle Check Pattern and examine the pattern.
Lines Are Misaligned Check1 Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check2 Perform Print Head Alignment. If printed lines are misaligned or print results are otherwise unsatisfactory, adjust the print head position. Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Check3 Increase the print quality and try printing again. Increasing the print quality in the printer driver may improve the print result.
Printed Paper Curls or Has Ink Blots Printed Paper Has Ink Blots Printed Paper Curls Check1 Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check2 If the intensity is set high, reduce the intensity setting and try printing again. If you are using plain paper to print images with high intensity, the paper may absorb too much ink and become wavy, causing paper abrasion. You can confirm the intensity using the printer driver.
Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched Paper Is Smudged The Edges of Paper Are Smudged Printed Surface Is Smudged Printed Surface Is Scratched Check1 Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check2 Is the appropriate type of paper used? Check the followings: Check to see if the paper you are printing on is suitable for your printing purpose. Media Types You Can Use Check3 Load the paper after correcting its curl.
2. Check that the paper is now flat. We recommend printing curl-corrected paper one sheet at a time. Note • Depending on the media type, the paper may be smudged or may not be fed properly even if it is not curled inward. In such cases, follow the procedure described below to curl the paper outward within 0.1 inch / 3 mm (B) in height before printing. This may improve the print result. (C) Printing side We recommend printing paper that has been curled outward one sheet at a time.
When performing duplex printing, the inside of the printer may become stained with ink, causing the printout to become smudged. Perform the Bottom Plate Cleaning to clean the inside of the printer. Cleaning Inside the Printer Note • To prevent the inside of the printer from stains, set the paper size correctly. Check8 Set the time to dry the printed surface longer. Doing so gives the printed surface enough time to dry so that paper smudged and scratched are prevented. 1.
Back of the Paper Is Smudged Check1 Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check2 Perform the Bottom Plate Cleaning to clean the inside of the printer. Cleaning Inside the Printer Note • When performing duplex printing or too much printing, the inside may become stained with ink.
Colors Are Uneven or Streaked Colors Are Uneven Colors Are Streaked Check1 Did you confirm the paper and print quality settings? Print Results Not Satisfactory Check2 Print the Nozzle Check Pattern and perform any necessary maintenance operations such as Print Head Cleaning. Print the Nozzle Check Pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzles.
Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer 187
Ink Is Not Ejected Check1 When a FINE cartridge runs out of ink, replace it with a new one. Check2 Is the FINE cartridge installed properly? If the FINE cartridge is not installed securely, ink may not be ejected correctly. Retract the output tray extension and the paper output tray, open the cover, then remove the FINE cartridges. Then install the FINE cartridges again. Push the FINE cartridge until it clicks into place. After confirming that the FINE cartridge is installed properly, close the cover.
Problems with the Printer The Printer Cannot Be Powered On The Printer Turns Off Unintentionally Cannot Connect to Computer Properly FINE Cartridge Holder Does Not Move to the Position for Replacing 189
The Printer Cannot Be Powered On Check1 Press the ON/RESUME button. Make sure that the power plug is securely plugged into the power cord connector of the printer, then turn it back on. Check2 Unplug the printer from the power supply, then plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on after leaving it for at least 2 minutes. Check3 If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
The Printer Turns Off Unintentionally Check Deactivate the setting to turn the unit off automatically. The printer turns off automatically according to the elapsed time you specified if you activate the setting to turn the unit off automatically. If you do not want the printer to turn off automatically, open Canon IJ Printer Utility, select Power Settings in the pop-up menu, then select Disable for Auto Power Off on Auto Power.
Cannot Connect to Computer Properly Printing Speed Is Slow/Hi-Speed USB Connection Does Not Work If your system environment is not fully compatible with Hi-Speed USB, the printer will operate at a lower speed provided under USB 1.1. In this case, the printer operates properly but printing speed may slow down due to communication speed. Check the following to make sure that your system environment supports HiSpeed USB connection.
FINE Cartridge Holder Does Not Move to the Position for Replacing Check1 Is the POWER lamp off? Check if the POWER lamp is lit. The FINE cartridge holder will not move unless the power is on. If the POWER lamp is off, close the cover and turn the printer on. While the POWER lamp is flashing, the printer is initializing. Wait until the POWER lamp stops flashing and remains lit, and then open the cover again.
Problems with Installation/Downloading Cannot Install the Printer Driver 194
Cannot Install the Printer Driver Reinstall the printer driver. When you reinstall the printer driver, install it from our website.
About Errors/Messages Displayed If an Error Occurs A Message Is Displayed 196
If an Error Occurs When an error occurs in printing such as the printer is out of paper or paper is jammed, a troubleshooting message is displayed automatically. Take the appropriate action described in the message. When an error occurs, the Alarm lamp flashes orange and a Support Code (error number) is displayed on the computer screen. For some errors, the POWER lamp and the Alarm lamp flashes alternately. Check the status of the lamps and the message, then take the appropriate action to resolve the error.
Support Code Corresponding to the Number of Alternate Flashes of the POWER Lamp and the Alarm Lamp Example of 2 times flashing: (A) Flashes (B) Goes off Number of flashes Cause Support Code 2 flashes Printer error has occurred. 5100 7 flashes Printer error has occurred. 5B00, 5B01 10 flashes An error requiring you to contact the service center has occurred. B200, B201 Other cases than above Printer error has occurred.
A Message Is Displayed This section describes some of the errors or messages. Note • A Support Code (error number) is displayed on the computer for some error or message. For details on errors with Support Codes, refer to Support Code List. The Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program Icon Appears If the Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program is installed, the printer and application software usage information is scheduled to be sent every month for about ten years.
• If you do not agree to participate in the survey program: Click Do not agree. The confirmation screen will be closed, and the survey at that time is skipped. The confirmation screen will be displayed again one month later. • To stop sending the information: Click Turn off. The Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program is stopped, and the information will not be sent. To resume the survey, see Changing the setting:. • To uninstall the Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program: 1.
If You Cannot Resolve the Problem If you cannot resolve the problem with any of the workarounds in this chapter, please contact the seller of the printer or the service center. Canon support staff are trained to be able to provide technical support to satisfy customers. Caution • If the printer emits any unusual sound, smoke, or odor, turn it off immediately. Unplug the power cord from the outlet and contact the seller or the service center. Never attempt to repair or disassemble the printer yourself.
Support Code List The support code appears on the computer screen when an error occurs. "Support Code" means the error number and appears with an error message. When an error occurs, check the support code displayed on the computer screen and take the appropriate action.
Support Code List (When Paper Is Jammed) If the paper is jammed, remove it following the procedure appropriate for each case.
1300 Cause Paper is jammed in the paper output slot or in the rear tray. Action Remove the jammed paper following the procedure below. Important • When the paper jam error has occurred, you cannot turn the printer off the even if you press the ON/ RESUME button on the printer. Take the appropriate action of the paper jam error, then turn the printer off. 1. Pull the paper out slowly, either from the rear tray or from the paper output slot, whichever is easier.
If you cannot remove the paper or the paper tears inside the printer, or if the paper jam error continues after removing the paper, contact the service center.
Paper Is Jammed inside the Printer If the jammed paper tears and you cannot remove the paper either from the paper output slot or from the rear tray, or if the jammed paper remains inside the printer, remove the paper following the procedure below. Important • When the paper jam error has occurred, you cannot turn the printer off the even if you press the ON/ RESUME button on the printer. Take the appropriate action of the paper jam error, then turn the printer off. 1.
3. Hold the jammed paper with your hands. If the paper is rolled up, pull it out. 4. Pull the paper slowly not to tear it, then pull the paper out. 5. Make sure that all the jammed paper is removed. If the paper is torn, a piece of paper may remain inside the printer. Check the following and remove the piece of paper if it remains.
• Does the piece of paper remain in the right side or the left side space (B) inside the printer? 6. Close the cover. 7. Reload the paper, and press the ON/RESUME button on the printer. The printer resumes printing. Note • When reloading the paper, confirm that you are using the paper suited for printing and are loading it correctly.
In Other Cases Make sure of the following: Check1 Are there any foreign objects around the paper output slot? Check2 Are there any foreign objects in the rear tray? If there are any foreign objects in the rear tray, be sure to turn off the printer, unplug it from the power supply, then remove the foreign object. Check3 Is the paper curled? Load the paper after correcting its curl.
1000 Cause There is no paper in the rear tray. Action Load paper in the rear tray and press the printer's ON/RESUME button. Important • When the paper out error has occurred, you cannot turn the printer off the even if you press the ON/ RESUME button on the printer. Before turning the printer off, take the following actions. • Load paper to resume printing. • Cancel printing on the message screen displayed on your computer.
1200 Cause The cover is open. Action Close the cover and wait for a while.
1203 Cause The cover is opened while printing is in progress. Action If paper is left inside the printer, remove the paper slowly with both hands and close the cover. Press the printer's ON/RESUME button to dismiss the error. The printer ejects one blank sheet of paper and resumes printing from the next paper. The printer will not reprint the page that was printed when the cover is opened. Try printing again.
1401 Cause The FINE cartridge is not installed. Action Install the FINE cartridge. If the error is not resolved, the FINE cartridge may be damaged. Contact the service center.
1403 Cause The FINE cartridge cannot be recognized. Action Replace the FINE cartridge. If the error is not resolved, the FINE cartridge may be damaged. Contact the service center.
1485 Cause Appropriate ink cartridge is not installed. Action Printing cannot be executed because the ink cartridge is not compatible with this printer. Install the appropriate ink cartridge. If you want to cancel printing, press the printer's ON/RESUME button.
1682 Cause The FINE cartridge cannot be recognized. Action Replace the FINE cartridge. If the error is not resolved, the FINE cartridge may be damaged. Contact the service center.
1684 Cause The ink cartridge cannot be recognized. Action Printing cannot be executed because the ink cartridge may not be installed properly or may not be compatible with this printer. Install the appropriate ink cartridge. If you want to cancel printing, press the printer's ON/RESUME button.
1686 Cause The ink may have run out. Action The function for detecting the remaining ink level will be disabled since the ink level cannot be correctly detected. If you want to continue printing without this function, press the printer's ON/RESUME button for at least 5 seconds. Canon recommends to use new genuine Canon cartridges in order to obtain optimum qualities.
1687 Cause The FINE cartridge is not installed properly. Action Retract the output tray extension and the paper output tray, open the cover, then remove the FINE cartridges. Then install the FINE cartridges again. Push the FINE cartridge until it clicks into place. After installing, close the cover.
1688 Cause The ink has run out. Action Replace the ink cartridge and close the cover. If printing is in progress and you want to continue printing, press the printer's ON/RESUME button for at least 5 seconds with the ink cartridge installed. Then printing can continue under the ink out condition. The function for detecting the remaining ink level will be disabled. Replace the empty ink cartridge immediately after the printing.
1700 Cause The ink absorber is almost full. Action Press the printer's ON/RESUME button to continue printing. Contact the service center.
1701 Cause The ink absorber is almost full. Action Press the printer's ON/RESUME button to continue printing. Contact the service center.
1890 Cause The protective material for the FINE cartridge holder or the tape may remain attached to the holder. Action Make sure that the protective material or the tape does not remain attached to the FINE cartridge holder. If you find the protective material or the tape remains attached, retract the output tray extension and the paper output tray to remove the protective material or the tape. Pull down the tape to remove the protective material. Close the cover after removing the protective material.
4100 Cause The specified data cannot be printed. Action When you print the contents on CREATIVE PARK PREMIUM, confirm the message on the computer screen, make sure that genuine Canon FINE cartridges are all installed properly, then start printing again.
4102 Cause The media type and paper size are not set correctly. Action Press the printer's ON/RESUME button to cancel printing, change the media type or paper size setting, then print again. • When the media type is set to Photo Paper Plus Glossy II: Set the paper size to 4"x6" 10x15cm (Windows)/4 x 6 (Mac), or 5"x7" 13x18cm (Windows)/5 x 7 (Mac). • When the media type is set to Glossy Photo Paper: Set the paper size to 4"x6" 10x15cm (Windows)/4 x 6 (Mac).
5100 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Cancel printing, turn off the printer. Then clear the jammed paper or protective material that is preventing the FINE cartridge holder from moving, and turn on the printer again. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center. Important • When you clear the jammed paper or protective material that is preventing the FINE cartridge holder from moving, be careful not to touch the components inside the printer.
5200 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
5400 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
5B00 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Contact the service center.
5B01 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Contact the service center.
6000 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
6800 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
6801 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
6930 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
6931 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
6932 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
6933 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
6940 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
6941 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
6942 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
6943 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
6944 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
6945 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
6946 Cause Printer error has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Plug the printer back in and turn the printer back on. If the problem is not resolved, contact the service center.
B200 Cause An error requiring you to contact the service center has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Contact the service center.
B201 Cause An error requiring you to contact the service center has occurred. Action Turn off the printer, and unplug the power cord of the printer from the power supply. Contact the service center.
