MG2500 series Online Manual Read Me First Useful Functions Available on the Machine Overview of the Machine English
Contents Read Me First. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Symbols Used in This Document. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Trademarks and Licenses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Search Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Window Used in Operation Explanation. . . . .
Envelopes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Loading Originals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Loading Originals on the Platen Glass. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Originals You Can Load. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Machine Operation Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Changing the Machine Settings Using the Operation Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 About Quiet setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Turning on/off the Machine Automatically. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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. • Searching for Functions You can find target pages easily by entering your product's model name and a keyword for the function you want to learn about.
Note • The displayed screen varies depending on your product. • Searching for Application Functions You can find target pages easily by entering 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 You can search for reference pages described in this guide by entering your model name and a page title.
Window Used in Operation Explanation 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 Machine The following useful functions are available on the machine. 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 machine, 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.
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Overview of the Machine Safety Guide Safety Precautions Regulatory and Safety Information Main Components and Basic Operations Main Components About the Power Supply of the Machine Loading Paper / Originals Loading Paper Loading Originals Replacing a FINE Cartridge Replacing a FINE Cartridge Checking the Ink Status Maintenance When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Machine Changing the Machine Settings Changing Machine Settings from Your Compu
Safety Guide Safety Precautions Regulatory and Safety Information 16
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 International ENERGY STAR® Program As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Canon Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for efficiency. 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: K10392 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Park Melville, New York 11747 1-800-652-2666 European Union (and EEA) only. This symbol indicates that this product is not to be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) and your national law.
Also, this product complies with the "India E-waste Rule 2011" and prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls or polybrominated diphenyl ethers in concentrations exceeding 0.1 % by weight and 0.01 % by weight for Cadmium, except for the exemptions set in Schedule II of the Rule.
Main Components and Basic Operations Main Components About the Power Supply of the Machine 21
Main Components Front View Rear View Inside View Operation Panel 22
Front View (1) document cover Open to load an original on the platen glass. (2) paper support Open to load paper in the rear tray. (3) paper guide Slide to align with the left side of the paper stack. (4) rear tray Load various sizes or types of paper which you can use on the machine. 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.
(8) operation panel Use to change the settings of the machine or to operate it. Operation Panel (9) platen glass Load an original to copy or scan.
Rear View (1) power cord connector Plug in the supplied power cord. (2) USB port Plug in the USB cable to connect the machine with a computer. Important Do not touch the metal casing. Do not plug in or unplug the USB cable while the machine is printing or scanning originals with the computer.
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 machine.
Operation Panel * All lamps on the operation panel are shown lit in the illustration below for explanatory purposes. (1) ON button Turns the power on or off. Before turning on the power, make sure that the document cover is closed. Turning the Machine On and Off (2) ON lamp Lights green after flashing when the power is turned on. Note ON and Alarm lamps You can check the status of the machine by the ON and Alarm lamps. – ON lamp is off: The power is off.
Lights or flashes orange when an error occurs, such as paper-out or ink-out. When performing machine maintenance or machine settings, options can be selected according to the number of flashes. (4) ink lamps Light or flash orange when ink runs out, etc. The upper lamp indicates the black FINE cartridge status, the lower lamp the color FINE cartridge status. (5) Stop button Cancels operations. You can press this button to cancel a print, copy, or scan job in progress.
About the Power Supply of the Machine Confirming that the Power Is On Turning the Machine On and Off Notice for the Power Plug/Power Cord Notice for Unplugging the Power Cord 29
Confirming that the Power Is On The ON lamp is lit green when the machine is turned on. Note It may take a while for the machine to start printing immediately after you turn on the machine.
Turning the Machine On and Off Turning on the machine 1. Press the ON button to turn on the machine. The ON lamp flashes and then remains lit green. Confirming that the Power Is On Note It may take a while for the machine to start printing immediately after you turn on the machine. If the Alarm lamp lights up or flashes orange, see If an Error Occurs. Auto power on feature You can set the machine to automatically turn on when a print or scan operation is performed from a computer.
Important When you unplug the power cord after turning off the machine, be sure to confirm that the ON lamp is off. Notice for Unplugging the Power Cord Note Auto power off feature You can set the machine to automatically turn off when no operations are performed or no print jobs are sent to the machine for a certain interval. This is the default setting. For details on how to change the auto power off setting, see below.
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 button, then confirm that the ON lamp is off. Unplugging the power cord while the ON lamp is lit or flashing may cause drying or clogging of the print head and print quality may be reduced. 1. Press the ON button to turn the machine off. 2. Confirm that the ON lamp is off. 3. Unplug the power cord.
Loading Paper / Originals Loading Paper Loading Originals 35
Loading Paper Loading Plain Paper / Photo Paper Loading Envelopes Media Types You Can Use Media Types You Cannot Use Printing Area 36
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 machine, 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 machine 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 Printing of envelopes from the operation panel is not supported. Do not use the following envelopes. They could jam in the machine or cause the machine to malfunction.
(1) Open the paper support. (2) Pull out the paper output tray and the output tray extension. (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.
Note Do not load sheets of paper higher than the load limit mark. Note The machine 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. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the paper for detailed information on the printable side and notes on handling paper.
Non-standard sizes: You can print on non-standard size paper within the following ranges. Minimum size: 4.00 x 6.00 inches (101.6 x 152.4 mm) Maximum size: 8.50 x 26.61 inches (215.9 x 676.0 mm) 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 machine.
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 machine to jam or malfunction.
Printing Area Printing Area Other Sizes than Letter, Legal, Envelopes Letter, Legal Envelopes 47
Printing Area To ensure the best print quality, the machine 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 inches (3.0 mm) (D) 0.66 inches (16.7 mm) (E) 0.13 inches (3.4 mm) (F) 0.
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 inches (3.0 mm) (D) 0.66 inches (16.7 mm) (E) 0.25 inches (6.4 mm) (F) 0.25 inches (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 inches (8.0 mm) (B) 1.28 inches (32.5 mm) (C) 0.22 inches (5.6 mm) (D) 0.22 inches (5.
Loading Originals Loading Originals on the Platen Glass Originals You Can Load 52
Loading Originals on the Platen Glass You can load originals to copy or scan on the platen glass. 1. Load an original on the platen glass. (1) Open the document cover. Important Do not place any object on the document cover. It will fall into the rear tray when the document cover is opened and cause the machine to malfunction. (2) Load the original WITH THE SIDE TO SCAN FACING DOWN on the platen glass. Originals You Can Load Align the corner of the original with the alignment mark .
2. Close the document cover gently. Important After loading the original on the platen glass, be sure to close the document cover before starting to copy or scan.
Originals You Can Load The originals you can load on the platen glass are as follows. Item Details - Text document, magazine, or newspaper Types of originals - Printed photo, postcard, business card, or disc (BD/DVD/CD, etc.) Size (width x height) Max. 8.5 x 11.
Replacing a FINE Cartridge Replacing a FINE Cartridge Checking the Ink Status 56
Replacing a FINE Cartridge When remaining ink cautions or errors occur, the ink lamps and 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.
Even when printing with one ink only, print with leaving the empty FINE cartridge installed. If either of the color FINE cartridge or black FINE cartridge is not installed, an error occurs and the machine cannot print. For information on how to configure this setting, see Setting the Ink Cartridge to be Used. Color ink may be consumed even when printing a black-and-white document or when black-and-white printing is specified.
(1) Push down the FINE cartridge until it clicks. (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.
Important Insert the FINE cartridge gently so that it does not hit the electrical contacts on the FINE cartridge holder. (2) Push the FINE cartridge in and up firmly until it snaps into place.
Important Check if the FINE cartridge is installed correctly. The machine 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 machine may make noise during operation. 8. Adjust the print head position. After replacing the FINE cartridge, perform the print head alignment.
Checking the Ink Status Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps on the Operation Panel You can also check the ink status on the computer screen.
Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps on the Operation Panel Note The ink level detector is mounted on the machine to detect the remaining ink level. The machine considers as ink is full when a new FINE cartridge is installed, and then starts to detect a remaining ink level. If you install a used FINE cartridge, the indicated ink level of it may not be correct. In such case, refer to the ink level information only as a guide.
Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer 65
Maintenance When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Machine 66
When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Maintenance Procedure Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Cleaning the Print Head Cleaning the Print Head Deeply Aligning the Print Head 67
Maintenance Procedure If print results are blurred or colors are not printed correctly, the print head nozzle (FINE cartridge) is probably clogged. Follow the procedure below to print the nozzle check pattern, check the print head nozzle condition, then clean the print head. If printed ruled lines are misaligned or print results are otherwise unsatisfactory, aligning the print head may improve print quality. Important Do not rinse or wipe the FINE cartridge. This can cause trouble with the FINE cartridge.
When the Print Results Are Blurred or Uneven: Step 1 Print the nozzle check pattern. From the machine Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern From the computer Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check Pattern Examine the nozzle check pattern. Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern If there are missing lines or horizontal white streaks in the pattern: Step 2 Clean the print head.
Step 4 Replace a FINE cartridge. Replacing a FINE Cartridge Note If the problem is still not resolved after replacing the FINE cartridge, contact the service center. When the Print Results Are Not Even such as the Ruled Lines Are Misaligned: Align the print head.
Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzle. Watch the movie 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. Replacing a FINE Cartridge 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. Cleaning the Print Head (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 Stop button until the Alarm lamp flashes orange twice, then release it immediately. The machine starts cleaning the print head.
Cleaning the Print Head Deeply If print quality does not improve by the standard cleaning of the print head, clean the print head deeply. Cleaning the print head deeply consumes more ink than the standard cleaning of the print head, so clean the print head deeply only when necessary. 1. Make sure that the power is turned on. 2. Hold down the Stop button until the Alarm lamp flashes orange three times, then release it immediately. The machine starts cleaning the print head deeply.
Aligning the Print Head If printed ruled lines are misaligned or print results are otherwise unsatisfactory, adjust the print head position. Note If the remaining ink level is low, the print head alignment sheet will not be printed correctly. Replace the FINE cartridge whose ink is low. Replacing a FINE Cartridge You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper (including recycled paper)* * Be sure to use paper that is white and clean on both sides. 1. Make sure that the power is turned on.
Important Do not touch any printed part on the print head alignment sheet. Be careful not to get the print head alignment sheet dirty. If the sheet is stained or wrinkled, it may not be scanned properly. If the print head alignment sheet was not printed correctly, press the Stop button, then redo this procedure from the beginning. 5. Scan the print head alignment sheet to adjust the print head position. (1) Load the print head alignment sheet on the platen glass.
(2) Close the document cover gently, then press the Color button or the Black button. The machine starts scanning the print head alignment sheet, and the print head position will be adjusted automatically. The print head position adjustment will be complete when the ON lamp lights green after flashing. Remove the print head alignment sheet on the platen glass.
Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer Cleaning Inside the Machine Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers from Your Computer Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check Pattern Aligning the Print Head Aligning the Print Head Position Automatically from Your Computer Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer 78
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.
Deep Cleaning Deep Cleaning is more thorough than cleaning. Perform deep cleaning when two Cleaning attempts do not resolve the print head problem. 1. Select Cleaning from the pop-up menu on the Canon IJ Printer Utility 2. Click the Deep Cleaning icon 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 machine is on and then click OK.
Cleaning Inside the Machine 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 machine 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 When you perform head position adjustment, errors in the print head adjustment position are corrected and conditions such as color and line streaking are improved. If the print results appear uneven because of line shifts or other conditions, adjust the position of the print head. On this machine, you can adjust the print head either automatically or manually.
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. This machine supports two head alignment methods: automatic head alignment and manual head alignment. The procedure for performing manual print head alignment is as follows: Print Head Alignment 1. Select Custom Settings 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 9. Confirm the displayed message and click OK The second pattern is printed. 10.
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 11. Confirm the displayed message and click OK The third pattern is printed. 12. 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. (A) Least noticeable horizontal stripes (B) Most noticeable horizontal stripes Note After head alignment is completed, you can print and check the current setting. To do so, click the Print Head Alignment icon and when the message is displayed, click Print Alignment Value.
Aligning the Print Head Position Automatically from Your Computer Print head alignment corrects the installation positions of the print head and improves deviated colors and lines. This machine supports two head alignment methods: automatic head alignment and manual head alignment. Normally, the machine is set for automatic head alignment. If the printing results of automatic print head alignment are not satisfactory, perform manual head alignment.
Note After head alignment is completed, you can print and check the current setting. To do so, click the Print Head Alignment icon and when the message is displayed, click Print Alignment Value.
Cleaning the Machine Cleaning the Exterior of the Machine Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller Cleaning the Inside of the Machine (Bottom Plate Cleaning) Cleaning the Protrusions inside the Machine 91
Cleaning the Exterior of the Machine 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 disconnect the power plug before cleaning the machine. Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, rough-textured cloth, or similar materials for cleaning so as not to scratch the surface. Be sure to use a soft and dry cloth.
Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Important Be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power plug before cleaning the machine. Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, rough-textured cloth, or similar materials for cleaning so as not to scratch the surface. Be sure to use a soft and dry cloth. Never use volatile liquids such as thinners, benzene, acetone, or any other chemical cleaner to clean the machine, as this may cause a malfunction or damage the surface of the machine.
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. Cleaning will wear out the paper feed rollers, so perform this only when necessary. You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper 1. Make sure that the power is turned on and remove any paper from the rear tray. 2. Clean the paper feed rollers without paper.
After cleaning the paper feed rollers, turn on the power, then clean the paper feed rollers again. If the problem is not resolved after cleaning the paper feed rollers, contact the service center.
Cleaning the Inside of the Machine (Bottom Plate Cleaning) Remove stains from the inside of the machine. If the inside of the machine 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.
The paper cleans the inside of the machine as it feeds through the machine. Check the folded parts of the ejected paper. If they are smudged with ink, perform Bottom Plate Cleaning again. If the problem is not resolved after performing cleaning again, the protrusions inside the machine may be stained. Clean them according to instructions. Cleaning the Protrusions inside the Machine Note When performing Bottom Plate Cleaning again, be sure to use a new piece of paper.
Cleaning the Protrusions inside the Machine Important Be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power plug before cleaning the machine. You need to prepare: cotton swab If the protrusions inside the machine are stained, wipe off any ink from the protrusions using a cotton swab or the like.
Changing the Machine Settings Changing Machine Settings from Your Computer Changing the Machine Settings Using the Operation Panel 99
Changing Machine 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 Machine Power Reducing the Machine Noise Changing the Machine Operation Mode 100
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 are displayed. If a warning or error related to the remaining ink level occurs, the print driver displays an icon to let you know. In such cases, take the appropriate action as described on the screen. 2.
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.
Using Registered Printing Profile 1. On Presets in the Print dialog, select the name of printing profile you want to use Printing profile in the Print dialog will be updated to the called profile. 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.
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 Machine Power This function allows you to manage the machine power from the printer driver. The procedure for managing the machine power is as follows: Power Off The Power Off function turns off the machine. When you use this function, you will not be able to turn the machine 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.
Auto Power On Specifying Enable from the list will turn the machine on upon receipt of print data. Auto Power Off Specify the time from the list. When this time lapses without any operations from the printer driver or the machine, the machine is turned off automatically. 4. Apply the settings The setting is enabled after this. When you want to disable this function, select Disable from the list according to the same procedure.
Reducing the Machine Noise The silent function allows you to reduce the operating noise of this machine. 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.
Use quiet mode during specified hours Select this option when you wish to reduce the operating noise of the machine during a specified period of time. Set the Start time and the End time of the quiet mode you wish to be activated. If both are set to the same time, the quiet mode will not function. Important You can set the quiet mode from the operation panel of the machine or the printer driver.
Changing the Machine Operation Mode If necessary, switch between various modes of machine operation. The procedure for configuring Custom Settings is as follows: 1. Make sure that the machine 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 machine, a message may be displayed because the computer cannot access the function information that was set on the machine.
Changing the Machine Settings Using the Operation Panel About Quiet setting Turning on/off the Machine Automatically 110
About Quiet setting Enables this function on the machine if you want to reduce the operating noise, such as when printing at night. Follow the procedure below to perform setting. 1. Make sure that the machine is turned on. 2. Press and hold the Stop button until the Alarm lamp flashes 9 times. 3. Release the Stop button. 4. Press the Color button. To disable the function, press the Black button in step 4. Important • Operating speed may be reduced compared to when the quiet mode is not selected.
Turning on/off the Machine Automatically You can enable the machine to turn on/off automatically considering the environment Turning on the Machine Automatically Turning off the Machine Automatically Turning on the Machine Automatically You can enable the machine to turn on automatically when you perform printing or scanning operations from the computer. 1. Make sure that the machine is turned on. 2. Press and hold the Stop button until the Alarm lamp flashes 14 times. 3. Release the Stop button. 4.
Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality Useful Information about Ink Key Points to Successful Printing Be Sure to Make Paper Settings after Loading Paper Canceling a Print Job Storing Printed Images Machine Handling Precautions Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality Precautions for Safe Transport of the Machine 113
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 machine 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 machine 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 machine 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 machine 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.
Canceling a Print Job Never press the ON button! If you press the ON button while printing is in progress, the print data sent from the computer queues in the machine and you may not be able to continue to print. Press the Stop button to cancel printing.
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.
Machine Handling Precautions Do not place any object on the document cover! Do not place any object on the document cover. It will fall into the rear tray when the document cover is opened and cause the machine to malfunction. Also, place the machine 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 disconnect the power plug until the power is turned off! If you press the ON button to turn off the power, the machine caps the print head (nozzles) automatically to prevent from drying.
Precautions for Safe Transport of the Machine When relocating the machine, make sure of the following. Important When sending the machine for repair Pack the machine 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 machine, press the ON button to turn off the power. This allows the machine to automatically cap the print head, thus preventing it from drying.
5. Use adhesive tape to secure all the covers on the machine to keep them from opening during transportation. Then pack the machine in the plastic bag. 6. Attach the protective material to the machine when packing the machine in the box.
Legal Limitations on Use of Your Product and Use of Images It may be unlawful to make copies of, scan, print, or use reproductions of the following documents. The list provided is non-exhaustive. When in doubt, check with a legal representative in your jurisdiction.
Specifications General Specifications 4800* (horizontal) x 600 (vertical) Printing resolution (dpi) * Ink droplets can be placed with a pitch of 1/4800 inch at minimum. USB Port: Hi-Speed USB * Interface * 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.
Optical resolution (horizontal x vertical) max: 600 x 1200 dpi *1 Interpolated resolution max: 19200 x 19200 dpi *2 Scanning resolution *1 Optical Resolution represents the maximum sampling rate based on ISO 14473. *2 Increasing the scanning resolution will limit the maximum possible scanning area. Gradation (Input/Output) Gray: 16 bit/8 bit Color: 48 bit/24 bit (RGB each 16 bit/8 bit) Minimum System Requirements Conform to the operating system's requirements when higher than those given here.
Windows: Operation can only be guaranteed on a computer with Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista or Windows XP pre-installed. Windows: A CD-ROM Drive or internet connection is required during software installation. Windows: Internet Explorer 8, 9 or 10 is required to install Easy-WebPrint EX. Easy-WebPrint EX for Internet Explorer 10 can be downloaded from the Canon web site. Windows: Some functions may not be available with Windows Media Center. Windows: .NET Framework 4 or 4.
