Canon L240- Manuals

1-1 Introduction Chapter 1 In troduc ti on Chapter 1 Introduction ❏ Type Conventions Used in This Guide ...................................................... 1-2 ❏ Customer Support ...................................................................................... 1-3 ❏ Important Safety Instruct...

1-2 Introduction Chapter 1 Type Conventions Used in This Guide Please read the list below of symbols, terms, and abbreviations used in this guide. Caution Cautions tell you how to avoid actions that could injure you or damage your FAX. In order to use your unit safely, always observe these cautions....

1-3 Introduction Chapter 1 In troduc ti on In addition, this guide uses distinctive typefaces to identify buttons and information in the LCD:• The buttons you press appear in this typeface: Stop. • Information in the LCD appears in this typeface: USER SETTINGS . Customer Support Your FAX is designed...

1-4 Introduction Chapter 1 Important Safety Instructions Read these safety instructions thoroughly before using your FAX. ■ Handling and Maintenance • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the FAX. • Do not subject the FAX to strong physical shocks or vibrations. • Always unplug the FAX bef...

1-5 Introduction Chapter 1 In troduc ti on • Unplug the FAX from the wall outlet and contact your local authorised Canon dealer or the Canon help line in any of the following cases:– When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.– If liquid has spilled into the unit.– If the unit has been exposed...

1-6 Introduction Chapter 1 • Do not stack boxes or furniture around the power outlet. Keep the area free so you can reach the outlet quickly. If you notice anything unusual (smoke, strange odours, noises) around the FAX, unplug the unit immediately. Contact your local authorised Canon dealer or the ...

2-1 Setting Up Chapter 2 Se tti ng Up Chapter 2 Setting Up ❏ Unpacking the FAX ................................................................................... 2-2 • Removing Shipping Materials ............................................................... 2-4 ❏ Assembling the FAX..................

2-2 Setting Up Chapter 2 Unpacking the FAX Before unpacking your FAX, be sure to choose a suitable location for it ( p. 1-5). Carefully remove all items from the box. You should have someone help you hold the box while you lift out the FAX and its protective packaging. Save the carton and packaging ...

2-4 Setting Up Chapter 2 Removing Shipping Materials Follow this procedure to remove the shipping materials. Keep them in case you need to transport the unit in the future. Note The actual shipping materials may differ in shape, quantity, and position from the ones shown above. 1 Remove all shipping...

2-5 Setting Up Chapter 2 Se tti ng Up Assembling the FAX Follow this procedure to assemble your FAX: Note For details on attaching the optional handset to your FAX, see Appendix C. 1 Attach the paper loading warning label to the left of the multi-purpose tray. 2 Insert the tabs on the paper rest int...

2-6 Setting Up Chapter 2 Making Connections Connecting the Telephone Line Cord and External Devices Your FAX has three jacks on the side for connection of the following:• Telephone line cord • Optional handset or telephone • Additional telephone, answering machine, or data modem If you only have one...

2-8 Setting Up Chapter 2 Connecting the Power Cord Before connecting the power cord, see Power Supply, p. 1-6. Follow this procedure to connect the power cord: The FAX has no power switch, so its power is on as long as it is plugged in. Once connected, though, the unit still needs time to warm up be...

2-9 Setting Up Chapter 2 Se tti ng Up Setting the Language and Country* When you connect the power cord to an AC outlet for the first time, you need to select the language for the LCD display. For some countries, you also need to select the country where you are using the FAX machine. The FAX machin...

2-11 Setting Up Chapter 2 Se tti ng Up Main Components of the FAX MULTI-PURPOSE TRAY COVER SUPPORT TRAYS FACE-DOWN DELIVERY SLOT DOCUMENT GUIDES ADF (AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER) OPERATION PANEL PAPER DELIVERY SELECTOR PAPER REST PAPER GUIDES MULTI-PURPOSE TRAY LATCH FRONT COVER FACE-UP DELIVERY SLOT ...

2-12 Setting Up Chapter 2 Operation Panel The language used for the Operation Panel varies depending on the country of purchase. The following illustration shows the Operation Panel in English. Special Function Buttons GHI JKL MNO ABC DEF TUV WXYZ PQRS 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16...

2-13 Setting Up Chapter 2 Se tti ng Up Installing the Toner Cartridge This section describes how to install the toner cartridge in the FAX for the very first time. If you are replacing a used toner cartridge, see p. 12-7. Before installing the toner cartridge, be sure to read the following:• Use onl...

2-16 Setting Up Chapter 2 Loading Paper This section explains how to load plain paper in the multi-purpose tray. For complete details on paper requirements and selecting paper for your FAX, see Chapter 5. Before loading paper, be sure to read the following: • Your FAX supports regular copier paper, ...

2-18 Setting Up Chapter 2 Your FAX is now ready to print. Testing the FAX Once you have assembled the FAX, installed the toner cartridge, and loaded paper, you can make sure the FAX is printing properly by making several copies of a document ( p. 10-2). If you have problems printing, see Chapter 13....

3-1 Registering Information Chapter 3 Reg ister in g In fo rma ti on Chapter 3 Registering Information ❏ Guidelines for Entering Numbers, Letters, and Symbols .......................... 3-2 • Correcting a Mistake.............................................................................. 3-4 ❏ Reg...

3-3 Registering Information Chapter 3 Reg ister in g In fo rma ti on ■ Changing Between Number and Letter Modes Press 6 to select number mode ( :1 ), uppercase letter mode (:A), or lowercase letter mode (:a) ■ Entering Letters 1 Press 6 to switch to uppercase letter mode ( :A ) or lowercase letter m...

3-4 Registering Information Chapter 3 ■ Entering Numbers Correcting a Mistake You can delete an entire entry by pressing Clear. Alternatively, follow this procedure to correct individual characters: 1 Press 6 to switch to number mode ( ). 2 Press the numeric button that contains the number you want....

3-5 Registering Information Chapter 3 Reg ister in g In fo rma ti on Registering Sender Information What is Sender Information? When you receive a fax, the name of the person or company who sent you the fax, their fax/telephone number, and the date and time of transmission may be printed in small ty...

3-6 Registering Information Chapter 3 Entering the Date and Time Follow this procedure to set the current date and time: Registering Your FAX Number and Name Follow this procedure to register the fax/telephone number for your FAX, and your name or company name: 1 Open the one-touch speed dial panel....

3-8 Registering Information Chapter 3 Setting the Telephone Line Type Before using your FAX, make sure it is set for the telephone line type of your telephone system. If you are unsure of your telephone line type, check with your local telephone company. Follow this procedure if you need to change t...

3-9 Registering Information Chapter 3 Reg ister in g In fo rma ti on Dialling Through a Switchboard A PBX (Private Branch Exchange) is an on-site telephone switchboard. If your FAX is connected through a PBX or other telephone switching system, you have to dial the outside line access number first, ...

3-10 Registering Information Chapter 3 ■ If you selected HOOKING in step 8: 9 Press Set. 10 Press Stop to return to standby mode. ■ If you selected PREFIX in step 8: 9 Press Set. 10 Use the numeric buttons to enter the outside line access number (max. 19 digits). 11 Press Redial/Pause to enter a pau...

3-11 Registering Information Chapter 3 Reg ister in g In fo rma ti on Setting the Summer Time* Some countries adopt the summer time system that shifts the clock time ahead or back according to the change in seasons. You can select if the time information in your FAX changes to match your country’s s...

4-1 Document Handling Chapter 4 Doc u me nt Ha ndl in g Chapter 4 Document Handling ❏ Document Requirements ............................................................................ 4-2 • Scanned Area of a Document ................................................................ 4-2 ❏ Loading Doc...

4-2 Document Handling Chapter 4 Document Requirements The documents you load in the ADF for sending and copying must meet the following requirements: ■ Problem Documents • To prevent document jams in the ADF, do not use any of the following: • Remove all fasteners (staples, paper clips, etc.) before...

4-3 Document Handling Chapter 4 Doc u me nt Ha ndl in g Loading Documents Follow this procedure to load documents in the ADF: The document is now ready for scanning. ■ Problems With Multipage Documents If you have trouble feeding multipage documents in the ADF, remove the stack and tap it on a flat ...

4-4 Document Handling Chapter 4 Adding Pages to the Document in the ADF If you need to add pages to your document in the ADF, wait until the last page starts feeding, then load up to 30 additional pages (10 legal size). The last and first page should overlap by about 2.5 cm. 2.5 cm

5-1 Paper Handling Chapter 5 P a pe r Ha ndl in g Chapter 5 Paper Handling ❏ Paper Requirements ................................................................................... 5-2 • Printable Area ........................................................................................ 5-3 ❏ Sele...

5-2 Paper Handling Chapter 5 Paper Requirements You can load the following paper in the multi-purpose tray: Once you have decided which paper you want to load, be sure to do the following:• Check that your paper is compatible with the FAX ( p. 5-3). • Check that the paper size setting of the multi-p...

5-3 Paper Handling Chapter 5 P a pe r Ha ndl in g Printable Area Selecting Paper for Your FAX Follow these guidelines when selecting paper: • To prevent paper jams in the multi-purpose tray, do not use any of the following: • The following types of paper do not print well: • Make sure the paper is f...

5-4 Paper Handling Chapter 5 Selecting Face-Up or Face-Down Paper Delivery ■ Paper Path Understanding how paper feeds through the FAX will help you determine which paper delivery slot is appropriate for the task you are performing. First, the paper travels to the toner cartridge where a laser beam “...

5-5 Paper Handling Chapter 5 P a pe r Ha ndl in g ■ Selecting Paper Delivery Before selecting paper delivery, be sure to take note of the following:• Always set the paper delivery selector before printing ( below). • Changing paper delivery while the unit is printing will cause problems. Wait for th...

5-7 Paper Handling Chapter 5 P a pe r Ha ndl in g Changing the Paper Size Setting The multi-purpose tray is factory-set for loading A4-size paper. If you want to load a different paper size ( p. 5-2), follow this procedure to change the paper size setting: 1 Open the one-touch speed dial panel. 2 Pr...

5-9 Paper Handling Chapter 5 P a pe r Ha ndl in g Adjusting the Toner Saver Setting By enabling the toner saver setting, you can reduce toner consumption of the toner cartridge by approximately 30% to 40%. This will extend the toner cartridge life. Follow this procedure to enable or disable the tone...

6-1 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 S p e e d Di a ll ing Chapter 6 Speed Dialling ❏ What is Speed Dialling?............................................................................. 6-2 • Speed Dialling Methods ........................................................................ 6-2 ❏ Registering O...

6-2 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 What is Speed Dialling? Instead of having to dial a fax or telephone number using regular dialling (i.e. with the numeric buttons), you can simplify the dialling procedure by registering the fax/telephone number for speed dialling. This will reduce the number of buttons ...

6-3 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 S p e e d Di a ll ing Registering One-Touch Speed Dialling By registering a fax/telephone number under a one-touch speed dialling button, you can simplify dialling of that number to the press of a single button. When you register one-touch speed dialling, you will:– assi...

6-8 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 Registering Coded Speed Dialling By registering a fax/telephone number under a coded speed dialling code, you can simplify dialling of that number to pressing Coded Dial and entering the registered two-digit code. When you register coded speed dialling, you will:– assign...

6-13 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 S p e e d Di a ll ing Registering Group Dialling If you frequently send documents to the same group of fax numbers, you can “group” these numbers under a one-touch speed dialling button or coded speed dialling code. You can then send to all the fax numbers in the group ...

6-16 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 Using Speed Dialling Once you have registered fax/telephone numbers for one-touch speed dialling ( p. 6-3), coded speed dialling ( p. 6-8), or group dialling ( p. 6-13), you can begin to send documents or make telephone calls with speed dialling. Sending a Document With...

6-17 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 S p e e d Di a ll ing Making a Telephone Call With Speed Dialling Follow this procedure to dial a telephone number registered for one-touch or coded speed dialling on your FAX: 1 Make sure you have connected the optional handset or a telephone to the FAX ( p. 2-6). 2 Pr...

6-18 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 Printing Speed Dialling Lists To check the fax/telephone numbers and names registered for speed dialling, you can print the speed dialling lists. You may want to keep these lists near your FAX to refer to them when dialling. Follow this procedure to print speed dialling...

6-19 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 S p e e d Di a ll ing ■ 1-TOUCH SPD DIAL LIST 1 ■ 1-TOUCH SPD DIAL LIST 2 (Detailed List) * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** * * * * * 1 - T O U C H S P D D I A L L...

6-20 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 ■ CODED SPEED DIAL LIST 1 ■ CODED SPEED DIAL LIST 2 (Detailed List) * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** * * * * * C O D E D S P E E D D I A L L I S T 1 N O . C O N N...

6-21 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 S p e e d Di a ll ing ■ GROUP DIAL LIST 27/12 2002 17:23 FAX 123 4567 CANON 001 GROUP DIAL LIST [ 03] Canon GROUP 2 [ 04] 2 50921 Canon ITALIA [ ) 00] 2131 1250 Canon DEUTSCH. [ ) 02] 1 49 39 25 25 Canon FRANCE [ ) 32] 81 773 3173 Canon UK [ ) 21] Canon GROUP 1 [ 01] 90...

7-1 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 S e n d ing Fa x e s Chapter 7 Sending Faxes ❏ Preparing to Send a Fax ............................................................................. 7-2 • Documents You Can Fax ....................................................................... 7-2 • Setting the Scann...

7-2 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 Preparing to Send a Fax Documents You Can Fax For information on the types of documents you can fax, their requirements, and details on loading documents, see Chapter 4. Setting the Scanning Resolution You can set the scanning resolution of documents you send. The higher ...

7-3 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 S e n d ing Fa x e s Setting the Scanning Contrast You can adjust the degree of contrast at which your document is scanned for sending and copying. Adjust according to how light or how dark your document is. Follow this procedure to set the scanning contrast for sending a...

7-4 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 Dialling Methods There are several ways of dialling the fax number(s) you want to send to. They are as follows: • Regular DiallingDial a fax number by using the numeric buttons, similar to dialling a telephone number. • One-Touch Speed DiallingDial a fax number by pressin...

7-5 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 S e n d ing Fa x e s Sending Methods This section explains the two main sending methods: Memory sending and Manual sending via the handset. Memory Sending Memory sending is a quick and easy way to send a document. As the FAX scans the first page of a multipage document in...

7-6 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 Manual Sending Via the Handset Manual sending via the handset allows you to talk to the other party before sending a document. This method is useful if the other party must manually activate their fax machine to receive a fax. Follow this procedure to send a document usin...

7-7 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 S e n d ing Fa x e s ■ If you hear a high-pitched signal instead of a voice: ■ If you hear a voice: 4 Dial the other party’s fax/telephone number. • For dialling methods, see p. 7-4. • If you make a mistake during dialling, press Hook or hang up the handset and start agai...

7-8 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 Cancelling Sending Follow this procedure if you want to stop sending a document before transmission is completed: ■ If you are sending a document using manual sending via the handset: ■ If you are sending a document using memory sending: 1 Press Stop. • The transmission i...

7-9 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 S e n d ing Fa x e s Redialling When the Line is Busy There are two methods of redialling: Manual redialling and Automatic redialling. This section explains these two methods. Manual Redialling Press Redial/Pause to dial the last number you dialled with the numeric button...

7-10 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 Setting the Options for Automatic Redialling You can set the following options for automatic redialling: • Whether the FAX redials automatically. • The number of times the FAX attempts to redial. • The time interval between redialling attempts. Follow this procedure to a...

7-14 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 Delayed Sending Your FAX allows you to scan a document into its memory and send it automatically to as many as 125 fax numbers at a preset time within the next 24 hours. This is called Delayed sending or Timer sending. By using this feature, you can take advantage of low...

7-16 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 Printing a Document Set for Delayed Sending Follow this procedure to print a document stored in memory for delayed sending: Note When you print a document stored in memory for delayed sending using the following procedure, the print is reduced to 90% of the original. 1 O...

7-17 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 S e n d ing Fa x e s Deleting a Document Set for Delayed Sending Follow this procedure to delete a document stored in memory for delayed sending: 1 Open the one-touch speed dial panel. 2 Press Delayed Transmission. 3 Use ▼ or ▲ to select DELETE FILE . 4 Press Set. 5 Use ...

8-1 Receiving Faxes Chapter 8 Recei vi n g F a x e s Chapter 8 Receiving Faxes ❏ Receiving Methods .................................................................................... 8-2 • Receiving Faxes Automatically: FAX ONLY MODE .......................... 8-3 Setting FAX ONLY MODE ...............

8-2 Receiving Faxes Chapter 8 Receiving Methods The FAX provides you with several modes for receiving faxes. To determine which mode best suits your requirements, refer to the table below: Once you have decided which mode is suitable for your needs, set the mode as described in this chapter. You can...

8-3 Receiving Faxes Chapter 8 Recei vi n g F a x e s Receiving Faxes Automatically: FAX ONLY MODE If you have a separate telephone line for fax use only, connect your FAX to this line and set FAX ONLY MODE. Your FAX will answer all calls as fax calls. Setting FAX ONLY MODE If FAX ONLY MODE does not ...

8-6 Receiving Faxes Chapter 8 Setting the Options for Fax/Tel Mode If you set Fax/Tel Mode, you can control precisely how the FAX handles incoming calls by adjusting the following settings:– RING START TIME setting: Adjust the time the FAX takes to check whether a call is from a fax machine or from ...

8-8 Receiving Faxes Chapter 8 Receiving Faxes Manually: MANUAL MODE Set this mode if you only have one telephone line that you use mainly for voice calls, and only occasionally to receive faxes. For this mode, you will need to connect the optional handset or a telephone to your FAX to be able to rec...

8-9 Receiving Faxes Chapter 8 Recei vi n g F a x e s ■ If you hear a beep tone or silence: ■ If you hear a voice: 4 Someone is trying to send you a fax. Press Start/Copy on your FAX and hang up to begin receiving the document. • If you are using the telephone and it is located away from your unit, d...

8-10 Receiving Faxes Chapter 8 Receiving With an Answering Machine: ANS.MACHINE MODE Connecting an answering machine to the FAX allows you to receive faxes and telephone messages while you are out. In ANS.MACHINE MODE, the FAX allows the answering machine to answer incoming calls, then listens for t...

8-11 Receiving Faxes Chapter 8 Recei vi n g F a x e s Receiving While Performing Other Tasks The FAX is a multitasking device so it can receive faxes and voice calls while you are performing other tasks. If the FAX cannot print a received fax because it is performing another task that prevents it fr...

9-1 Special Features Chapter 9 S p eci al F e a tu re s Chapter 9 Special Features ❏ Special Dialling .......................................................................................... 9-2 • Entering Pauses in a Fax/Telephone Number ........................................ 9-2 • Switching Te...

9-2 Special Features Chapter 9 Special Dialling Entering Pauses in a Fax/Telephone Number You may need to enter pauses in a fax/telephone number in the following situations:– When you dial or register an overseas number. The length and position of the pause depends on the telephone system of your co...

9-3 Special Features Chapter 9 S p eci al F e a tu re s Switching Temporarily to Tone Dialling Many information services for banks, airline reservations, hotel reservations, etc., require tone dialling for their services. If your FAX is set for pulse dialling ( p. 3-8), follow this procedure to set ...

9-4 Special Features Chapter 9 Confirming a Dial Tone* This feature allows you to set your FAX to listen for and detect a dial tone in the middle of a fax/telephone number before dialling the rest of the number. This is called Dial tone detection. Follow this procedure for dial tone detection during...

9-5 Special Features Chapter 9 S p eci al F e a tu re s Documents Stored in Memory This section describes how to perform different operations with documents stored in memory. You will find instructions for printing a list of documents in memory, as well as procedures for printing, sending, and delet...

9-6 Special Features Chapter 9 Printing a Document Stored in Memory Follow this procedure to print a document stored in memory: Note When you print a document stored in memory using the following procedure, the print is reduced to 90% of the original. 1 Open the one-touch speed dial panel. 2 Press M...

9-7 Special Features Chapter 9 S p eci al F e a tu re s Sending a Document Stored in Memory Follow this procedure to send a document received in memory: 1 Open the one-touch speed dial panel. 2 Press Memory Reference. 3 Use N or M to select . 4 Press Set. 5 Use N or M to select the transaction numbe...

9-9 Special Features Chapter 9 S p eci al F e a tu re s Deleting a Document Stored in Memory Follow this procedure to delete a document stored in memory: 1 Open the one-touch speed dial panel. 2 Press Memory Reference. 3 Use N or M to select DELETE DOCUMENT . 4 Press Set. 5 Use N or M to select the ...

9-10 Special Features Chapter 9 Polling What is Polling? In normal faxing, a fax machine sends a document to another fax machine. With polling, a fax machine calls another fax machine and requests that a document be sent to it; in other words, it “polls” that fax machine. Your FAX has the capability...

9-12 Special Features Chapter 9 Cancelling Polling Receiving To cancel polling receiving, follow the same procedure as for cancelling receiving ( p. 8-11). Polling Sending In polling sending, your FAX holds a document in its polling box so that other fax machines can retrieve it. You may find pollin...

9-15 Special Features Chapter 9 S p eci al F e a tu re s Scanning a Document into the Polling Box Follow this procedure to store a document in the polling box so that other fax machines can retrieve it: When another fax machine polls your FAX, the following conditions apply:• If you registered a pas...

9-17 Special Features Chapter 9 S p eci al F e a tu re s Restricting Use of Your FAX By enabling this feature, you can prevent unauthorised use of your FAX to make calls and send faxes. Enabling Restriction of Your FAX Follow this procedure to enable restriction of your FAX: 1 Open the one-touch spe...

9-18 Special Features Chapter 9 Restriction of your FAX is now enabled. No one can make calls or send faxes. (This setting does not restrict incoming calls or faxes.) Cancelling Restriction of Your FAX Follow this procedure to cancel restriction of your FAX: 10 Press Stop to return to standby mode. ...

9-20 Special Features Chapter 9 Restricting Reception By enabling this feature, you can restrict reception of faxes to only the numbers registered for speed dialling on your FAX. This feature is useful to prevent reception of unsolicited faxes (e.g. junk mail). Follow this procedure to enable or dis...

10-1 Copying Chapter 10 Copy in g Chapter 10 Copying ❏ Documents You Can Copy ........................................................................ 10-2 ❏ Making Copies ........................................................................................... 10-2 ❏ Making a Quick Single Copy .....

10-2 Copying Chapter 10 Documents You Can Copy For information on the types of documents you can copy, their requirements, and details on loading documents, see Chapter 4. Making Copies Follow this procedure to make copies: 1 Adjust the paper delivery selector if necessary ( p. 5-4). 2 Load the docu...

10-3 Copying Chapter 10 Copy in g Making a Quick Single Copy Follow this procedure if you want to make a quick single copy of a document without adjusting the resolution, contrast, or size: 7 If you want to make multiple copies, use the numeric buttons to enter the number of copies. • You can make u...

11-1 Reports and Lists Chapter 11 Re p o rts a nd Li s ts Chapter 11 Reports and Lists ❏ Summary of Reports and Lists ................................................................... 11-2 ❏ ACTIVITY REPORT ................................................................................ 11-3 ❏ TX ...

11-2 Reports and Lists Chapter 11 Summary of Reports and Lists The table below shows the lists and reports that can be printed from your FAX. Refer to the pages indicated for more details. Report or List Description Details USER’S DATA LIST Lists the current settings of your FAX and the registered s...

11-3 Reports and Lists Chapter 11 Re p o rts a nd Li s ts ACTIVITY REPORT The FAX is factory-set to automatically print an ACTIVITY REPORT after every 20 transactions. If you want to print an ACTIVITY REPORT before it is automatically printed, follow this procedure: Transactions in an ACTIVITY REPOR...

12-1 Maintenance Chapter 12 Mai n tenanc e Chapter 12 Maintenance ❏ Periodic Cleaning ....................................................................................... 12-2 • Cleaning the FAX’s Exterior ................................................................. 12-2 • Cleaning the FAX’s...

12-2 Maintenance Chapter 12 Periodic Cleaning This section describes the necessary cleaning procedures for your FAX. Please note the following before cleaning your unit:• Be sure to disconnect the power cord before cleaning the FAX. Since documents in memory are erased when the power is disconnected...

12-3 Maintenance Chapter 12 Mai n tenanc e Cleaning the FAX’s Interior To prevent toner powder and paper dust from accumulating inside the FAX and affecting print quality, clean the unit’s print area periodically. Follow this procedure to clean inside the FAX: 1 Disconnect the power cord from the FA...

12-5 Maintenance Chapter 12 Mai n tenanc e Cleaning the Scanner Components Follow this procedure to periodically check and clean the scanner components: 1 Disconnect the power cord from the FAX. 2 Use both hands to gently open the operation panel. • It only opens partially. 3 While holding the opera...

12-7 Maintenance Chapter 12 Mai n tenanc e Replacing the Toner Cartridge The only component of your FAX you will need to replace is the FX-3 toner cartridge. Although Canon manufactures many different toner cartridges, the FX-3 toner cartridge is the only one designed for use with your FAX. To purch...

13-1 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Tro ubl e s hooti n g Chapter 13 Troubleshooting ❏ Clearing Jams ............................................................................................. 13-2 • Jams in the ADF .................................................................................... 1...

13-2 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Clearing Jams Jams in the ADF When a document jams or misfeeds in the ADF, the LCD displays CHECK DOCUMENT . Follow this procedure to clear the document jam: Note You do not need to unplug the FAX when clearing document jams. 1 Press Stop. 2 Use both hands to gently o...

13-3 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Tro ubl e s hooti n g Paper Jams When paper jams in the FAX, the LCD displays . Try clearing the jam by following the procedure in Jams in the Paper Delivery Slots below. If this does not clear the jam, follow the procedure in Jams Inside the Unit. Jams in the Paper D...

13-8 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 LCD Messages The following messages are displayed in the LCD when the FAX is performing a task, or when it encounters an error. The error code appears in the ACTIVITY REPORT ( p. 11-3). Messsage Error Code Cause Action AUTO REDIAL — The unit is waiting to redial the o...

13-13 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Tro ubl e s hooti n g Paper Feeding Problems ■ Paper does not feed properly. The multi-purpose tray may contain too many sheets.• Make sure you load the correct quantity ( p. 5-2). The paper may not be loaded correctly.• Make sure the paper stack is loaded correctly ...

13-14 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 You dialled or have been provided with an incorrect number.• Dial the number again, or check that you have the correct number. The other party’s fax machine may be out of paper.• Contact the other party and ask them to make sure paper is loaded in their fax machine. ...

13-15 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Tro ubl e s hooti n g ■ Errors occur frequently while sending. The telephone lines may be in poor condition, or you may have a bad connection.• Lower the transmission speed ( TX START SPEED , p. 14-10). Receiving Problems ■ Cannot receive a fax automatically. The FAX...

13-16 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 An error may have occurred during reception.• Check the LCD for an error message ( p. 13-8). • Print an ACTIVITY REPORT and check for an error code ( p. 11-3). The multi-purpose tray may be empty.• Make sure paper is loaded in the multi-purpose tray ( p. 2-16). The o...

13-17 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Tro ubl e s hooti n g Toner may be low or unevenly distributed.• Redistribute the toner inside the toner cartridge ( p. 12-7). If the problem persists, replace the toner cartridge ( p. 12-7). ■ Cannot receive using Error Correction Mode (ECM). The other party’s fax m...

13-18 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Telephone Problems ■ Cannot dial. The telephone line cord may not be connected properly.• Make sure it is connected properly ( p. 2-6). The power cord may not be plugged in securely.• Check that the power cord is plugged securely into the FAX and into the wall outlet...

13-19 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Tro ubl e s hooti n g You may not have removed the plastic seal from the toner cartridge. • Make sure you install the toner cartridge properly ( p. 2-13). The toner cartridge may need to be replaced.• Replace the toner cartridge ( p. 12-7). ■ Printout does not match ...

13-20 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 General Problems ■ FAX has no power. The power cord may not be plugged in securely.• Check that the power cord is plugged securely into the FAX and into the wall outlet ( p. 2-8). If the unit is plugged into a power strip, make sure the power strip is plugged in and ...

13-21 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Tro ubl e s hooti n g If You Cannot Solve a Problem If you cannot solve the problem after having referred to the information in this chapter, contact your local authorised Canon dealer or the Canon help line. Canon’s support personnel are trained in the technical sup...

13-22 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 If a Power Cut Occurs If power is suddenly lost due to a power cut or accidental unplugging, a built-in battery retains the FAX’s settings. However, any documents stored in memory will be lost. During a power cut, functions are limited as follows:• You cannot make te...

14-1 Summary of Settings Chapter 14 Su m m ar y o f S e tt in g s Chapter 14 Summary of Settings ❏ Understanding the Menu System ............................................................... 14-2 • Printing a List to Check the Current Settings ........................................ 14-2 • Access...

14-2 Summary of Settings Chapter 14 Understanding the Menu System The FAX menu system allows you to customise the way your unit operates. It consists of seven menus, each containing settings that control different functions of your FAX. Before adjusting any settings, you may want to print the USER’S...

14-3 Summary of Settings Chapter 14 Su m m ar y o f S e tt in g s Accessing the Menus Follow this procedure to access the different menus: 1 Open the one-touch speed dial panel. 2 Press Data Registration. 3 Press Set. 4 Use N or M to select the menu you want. • You can select from the following:– US...

14-4 Summary of Settings Chapter 14 USER SETTINGS Menu For details on accessing the settings below, see p. 14-3. The selectable settings and the default settings vary depending on the country where you have purchased the FAX. The values shown here are average values. Setting Description Sub-Settings...

14-5 Summary of Settings Chapter 14 Su m m ar y o f S e tt in g s REPORT SETTINGS Menu For details on accessing the settings below, see p. 14-3. The selectable settings and the default settings vary depending on the country where you have purchased the FAX. The values shown here are average values. ...

14-8 Summary of Settings Chapter 14 PRINTER SETTINGS Menu For details on accessing the settings below, see p. 14-3. The selectable settings and the default settings vary depending on the country where you have purchased the FAX. The values shown here are average values. Setting Description Sub-Setti...

14-9 Summary of Settings Chapter 14 Su m m ar y o f S e tt in g s POLLING BOX Menu For details on accessing the settings below, see p. 14-3. The selectable settings and the default settings vary depending on the country where you have purchased the FAX. The values shown here are average values. Sett...

14-10 Summary of Settings Chapter 14 SYSTEM SETTINGS Menu For details on accessing the settings below, see p. 14-3. The selectable settings and the default settings vary depending on the country where you have purchased the FAX. The values shown here are average values. Setting Description Sub-Setti...

A-1 Specifications Appendix A S p e c if ic at io n s Appendix A Specifications ❏ General Specifications ............................................................................... A-2 ❏ Facsimile ......................................................................................................

A-2 Specifications Appendix A General Specifications Power Source– 200-240 V– 50/60 Hz Power Consumption– Maximum: 500 W– Standby: Approx. 3.5 W WeightApprox. 10 kg (With components attached) Dimensions Environmental Conditions– Temperature: 10 -32.5C – Humidity: 20%-80% RH Liquid Crystal Display (L...

A-3 Specifications Appendix A S p e c if ic at io n s Fax Resolution– FAX STANDARD: 8 pels/mm K 3.85 lines/mm – FAX FINE: 8 pels/mm K 7.7 lines/mm – FAX PHOTO: 8 pels/mm K 7.7 lines/mm with halftones – SUPER FINE: 8 pels/mm K 15.4 lines/mm Dialling– Automatic dialling One-touch speed dialling (24 de...

B-1 FAX-L290 Instructions Appendix B F A X -L 290 In str u cti o n s Appendix B FAX-L290 Instructions ❏ Introduction ................................................................................................ B-2 ❏ Differences Between the FAX-L290 and FAX-L240 ................................ B...

B-2 FAX-L290 Instructions Appendix B Introduction This Appendix provides information relevant only to purchasers of the FAX-L290 model. Please be sure to read this section before reading the rest of this guide. Differences Between the FAX-L290 and FAX-L240 In addition to the FAX-L240 features, the F...

B-3 FAX-L290 Instructions Appendix B F A X -L 290 In str u cti o n s Connecting the FAX-L290 to Your PC To connect your FAX to a PC, you will need to purchase a printer cable that matches the interface connector on your PC:• A USB cable no longer than 5 metres You can purchase the cable from your lo...

B-4 FAX-L290 Instructions Appendix B Print Media Requirements In addition to the paper listed in Chapter 5, you can also load the following print media in the multi-purpose tray: Please refer to Chapter 5 for full details on paper handling, loading paper, and selecting paper delivery. Printable Area...

B-5 FAX-L290 Instructions Appendix B F A X -L 290 In str u cti o n s Selecting Print Media Follow these guidelines when selecting envelopes and transparencies: ■ Envelopes • Use standard envelopes with diagonal seams and flaps. • To prevent jams in the multi-purpose tray, do not use the following:– ...

B-6 FAX-L290 Instructions Appendix B Loading Envelopes Follow this procedure to load up to 7 envelopes in the multi-purpose tray: 1 Prepare the envelopes ❏ Arrange the stack of envelopes on a firm, clean surface, and press down firmly on the edges to make the folds crisp.• Press all the way around t...

B-7 FAX-L290 Instructions Appendix B F A X -L 290 In str u cti o n s The FAX is now ready to print. Loading Transparencies Load transparencies in the multi-purpose tray as for paper. For details, see p. 2-16. 3 Insert the stack into the multi-purpose tray = (print side facing you), then adjust the p...

C-1 Options Appendix C Op ti o n s Appendix C Options ❏ Optional Handset........................................................................................ C-2 • Package Contents ................................................................................... C-2 • Attaching the Handset to Y...

C-2 Options Appendix C Optional Handset* An optional handset is available in certain countries for connection to your FAX. Contact your local authorised Canon dealer for more information on purchasing this option. Package Contents Make sure your handset package includes the following items: If any i...

C-3 Options Appendix C Op ti o n s Attaching the Handset to Your FAX Follow this procedure to attach the handset to your FAX: 1 Use a screwdriver to remove the two covers on the left side of the unit. 2 Remove the screws from the plugs and insert the plugs into the holes on the handset cradle. 3 Ins...

C-4 Options Appendix C Maintaining Your Handset To maintain your handset in top working condition, be sure to follow these guidelines:• Do not leave your handset exposed to direct sunlight. • Do not install your handset in hot or humid conditions. • Do not spray aerosol polishes on your handset sinc...

I-1 Index + button 2-12, 3-7 N button 2-12, 14-3 O button 2-12, 3-4 P button 2-12, 3-3, 3-4 M button 2-12, 14-3 ( p. n-nn), definition 1-2 1-TOUCH SPD DIAL LIST 1 description 11-2 printing 6-18 sample 6-19 1-TOUCH SPD DIAL LIST 2 description 11-2 printing 6-18 sample 6-19 A A4 setting 5-2, 5-7, 14-8...

1-1 Introduction Chapter 1 In troduc ti on Chapter 1 Introduction ❏ Type Conventions Used in This Guide ...................................................... 1-2 ❏ Customer Support ...................................................................................... 1-3 ❏ Important Safety Instruct...

1-2 Introduction Chapter 1 Type Conventions Used in This Guide Please read the list below of symbols, terms, and abbreviations used in this guide. Caution Cautions tell you how to avoid actions that could injure you or damage your FAX. In order to use your unit safely, always observe these cautions....

1-3 Introduction Chapter 1 In troduc ti on In addition, this guide uses distinctive typefaces to identify buttons and information in the LCD:• The buttons you press appear in this typeface: Stop. • Information in the LCD appears in this typeface: USER SETTINGS . Customer Support Your FAX is designed...

1-4 Introduction Chapter 1 Important Safety Instructions Read these safety instructions thoroughly before using your FAX. ■ Handling and Maintenance • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the FAX. • Do not subject the FAX to strong physical shocks or vibrations. • Always unplug the FAX bef...

1-5 Introduction Chapter 1 In troduc ti on • Unplug the FAX from the wall outlet and contact your local authorised Canon dealer or the Canon help line in any of the following cases:– When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.– If liquid has spilled into the unit.– If the unit has been exposed...

1-6 Introduction Chapter 1 • Do not stack boxes or furniture around the power outlet. Keep the area free so you can reach the outlet quickly. If you notice anything unusual (smoke, strange odours, noises) around the FAX, unplug the unit immediately. Contact your local authorised Canon dealer or the ...

2-1 Setting Up Chapter 2 Se tti ng Up Chapter 2 Setting Up ❏ Unpacking the FAX ................................................................................... 2-2 • Removing Shipping Materials ............................................................... 2-4 ❏ Assembling the FAX..................

2-2 Setting Up Chapter 2 Unpacking the FAX Before unpacking your FAX, be sure to choose a suitable location for it ( p. 1-5). Carefully remove all items from the box. You should have someone help you hold the box while you lift out the FAX and its protective packaging. Save the carton and packaging ...

2-4 Setting Up Chapter 2 Removing Shipping Materials Follow this procedure to remove the shipping materials. Keep them in case you need to transport the unit in the future. Note The actual shipping materials may differ in shape, quantity, and position from the ones shown above. 1 Remove all shipping...

2-5 Setting Up Chapter 2 Se tti ng Up Assembling the FAX Follow this procedure to assemble your FAX: Note For details on attaching the optional handset to your FAX, see Appendix C. 1 Attach the paper loading warning label to the left of the multi-purpose tray. 2 Insert the tabs on the paper rest int...

2-6 Setting Up Chapter 2 Making Connections Connecting the Telephone Line Cord and External Devices Your FAX has three jacks on the side for connection of the following:• Telephone line cord • Optional handset or telephone • Additional telephone, answering machine, or data modem If you only have one...

2-8 Setting Up Chapter 2 Connecting the Power Cord Before connecting the power cord, see Power Supply, p. 1-6. Follow this procedure to connect the power cord: The FAX has no power switch, so its power is on as long as it is plugged in. Once connected, though, the unit still needs time to warm up be...

2-9 Setting Up Chapter 2 Se tti ng Up Setting the Language and Country* When you connect the power cord to an AC outlet for the first time, you need to select the language for the LCD display. For some countries, you also need to select the country where you are using the FAX machine. The FAX machin...

2-11 Setting Up Chapter 2 Se tti ng Up Main Components of the FAX MULTI-PURPOSE TRAY COVER SUPPORT TRAYS FACE-DOWN DELIVERY SLOT DOCUMENT GUIDES ADF (AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER) OPERATION PANEL PAPER DELIVERY SELECTOR PAPER REST PAPER GUIDES MULTI-PURPOSE TRAY LATCH FRONT COVER FACE-UP DELIVERY SLOT ...

2-12 Setting Up Chapter 2 Operation Panel The language used for the Operation Panel varies depending on the country of purchase. The following illustration shows the Operation Panel in English. Special Function Buttons GHI JKL MNO ABC DEF TUV WXYZ PQRS 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16...

2-13 Setting Up Chapter 2 Se tti ng Up Installing the Toner Cartridge This section describes how to install the toner cartridge in the FAX for the very first time. If you are replacing a used toner cartridge, see p. 12-7. Before installing the toner cartridge, be sure to read the following:• Use onl...

2-16 Setting Up Chapter 2 Loading Paper This section explains how to load plain paper in the multi-purpose tray. For complete details on paper requirements and selecting paper for your FAX, see Chapter 5. Before loading paper, be sure to read the following: • Your FAX supports regular copier paper, ...

2-18 Setting Up Chapter 2 Your FAX is now ready to print. Testing the FAX Once you have assembled the FAX, installed the toner cartridge, and loaded paper, you can make sure the FAX is printing properly by making several copies of a document ( p. 10-2). If you have problems printing, see Chapter 13....

3-1 Registering Information Chapter 3 Reg ister in g In fo rma ti on Chapter 3 Registering Information ❏ Guidelines for Entering Numbers, Letters, and Symbols .......................... 3-2 • Correcting a Mistake.............................................................................. 3-4 ❏ Reg...

3-3 Registering Information Chapter 3 Reg ister in g In fo rma ti on ■ Changing Between Number and Letter Modes Press 6 to select number mode ( :1 ), uppercase letter mode (:A), or lowercase letter mode (:a) ■ Entering Letters 1 Press 6 to switch to uppercase letter mode ( :A ) or lowercase letter m...

3-4 Registering Information Chapter 3 ■ Entering Numbers Correcting a Mistake You can delete an entire entry by pressing Clear. Alternatively, follow this procedure to correct individual characters: 1 Press 6 to switch to number mode ( ). 2 Press the numeric button that contains the number you want....

3-5 Registering Information Chapter 3 Reg ister in g In fo rma ti on Registering Sender Information What is Sender Information? When you receive a fax, the name of the person or company who sent you the fax, their fax/telephone number, and the date and time of transmission may be printed in small ty...

3-6 Registering Information Chapter 3 Entering the Date and Time Follow this procedure to set the current date and time: Registering Your FAX Number and Name Follow this procedure to register the fax/telephone number for your FAX, and your name or company name: 1 Open the one-touch speed dial panel....

3-8 Registering Information Chapter 3 Setting the Telephone Line Type Before using your FAX, make sure it is set for the telephone line type of your telephone system. If you are unsure of your telephone line type, check with your local telephone company. Follow this procedure if you need to change t...

3-9 Registering Information Chapter 3 Reg ister in g In fo rma ti on Dialling Through a Switchboard A PBX (Private Branch Exchange) is an on-site telephone switchboard. If your FAX is connected through a PBX or other telephone switching system, you have to dial the outside line access number first, ...

3-10 Registering Information Chapter 3 ■ If you selected HOOKING in step 8: 9 Press Set. 10 Press Stop to return to standby mode. ■ If you selected PREFIX in step 8: 9 Press Set. 10 Use the numeric buttons to enter the outside line access number (max. 19 digits). 11 Press Redial/Pause to enter a pau...

3-11 Registering Information Chapter 3 Reg ister in g In fo rma ti on Setting the Summer Time* Some countries adopt the summer time system that shifts the clock time ahead or back according to the change in seasons. You can select if the time information in your FAX changes to match your country’s s...

4-1 Document Handling Chapter 4 Doc u me nt Ha ndl in g Chapter 4 Document Handling ❏ Document Requirements ............................................................................ 4-2 • Scanned Area of a Document ................................................................ 4-2 ❏ Loading Doc...

4-2 Document Handling Chapter 4 Document Requirements The documents you load in the ADF for sending and copying must meet the following requirements: ■ Problem Documents • To prevent document jams in the ADF, do not use any of the following: • Remove all fasteners (staples, paper clips, etc.) before...

4-3 Document Handling Chapter 4 Doc u me nt Ha ndl in g Loading Documents Follow this procedure to load documents in the ADF: The document is now ready for scanning. ■ Problems With Multipage Documents If you have trouble feeding multipage documents in the ADF, remove the stack and tap it on a flat ...

4-4 Document Handling Chapter 4 Adding Pages to the Document in the ADF If you need to add pages to your document in the ADF, wait until the last page starts feeding, then load up to 30 additional pages (10 legal size). The last and first page should overlap by about 2.5 cm. 2.5 cm

5-1 Paper Handling Chapter 5 P a pe r Ha ndl in g Chapter 5 Paper Handling ❏ Paper Requirements ................................................................................... 5-2 • Printable Area ........................................................................................ 5-3 ❏ Sele...

5-2 Paper Handling Chapter 5 Paper Requirements You can load the following paper in the multi-purpose tray: Once you have decided which paper you want to load, be sure to do the following:• Check that your paper is compatible with the FAX ( p. 5-3). • Check that the paper size setting of the multi-p...

5-3 Paper Handling Chapter 5 P a pe r Ha ndl in g Printable Area Selecting Paper for Your FAX Follow these guidelines when selecting paper: • To prevent paper jams in the multi-purpose tray, do not use any of the following: • The following types of paper do not print well: • Make sure the paper is f...

5-4 Paper Handling Chapter 5 Selecting Face-Up or Face-Down Paper Delivery ■ Paper Path Understanding how paper feeds through the FAX will help you determine which paper delivery slot is appropriate for the task you are performing. First, the paper travels to the toner cartridge where a laser beam “...

5-5 Paper Handling Chapter 5 P a pe r Ha ndl in g ■ Selecting Paper Delivery Before selecting paper delivery, be sure to take note of the following:• Always set the paper delivery selector before printing ( below). • Changing paper delivery while the unit is printing will cause problems. Wait for th...

5-7 Paper Handling Chapter 5 P a pe r Ha ndl in g Changing the Paper Size Setting The multi-purpose tray is factory-set for loading A4-size paper. If you want to load a different paper size ( p. 5-2), follow this procedure to change the paper size setting: 1 Open the one-touch speed dial panel. 2 Pr...

5-9 Paper Handling Chapter 5 P a pe r Ha ndl in g Adjusting the Toner Saver Setting By enabling the toner saver setting, you can reduce toner consumption of the toner cartridge by approximately 30% to 40%. This will extend the toner cartridge life. Follow this procedure to enable or disable the tone...

6-1 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 S p e e d Di a ll ing Chapter 6 Speed Dialling ❏ What is Speed Dialling?............................................................................. 6-2 • Speed Dialling Methods ........................................................................ 6-2 ❏ Registering O...

6-2 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 What is Speed Dialling? Instead of having to dial a fax or telephone number using regular dialling (i.e. with the numeric buttons), you can simplify the dialling procedure by registering the fax/telephone number for speed dialling. This will reduce the number of buttons ...

6-3 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 S p e e d Di a ll ing Registering One-Touch Speed Dialling By registering a fax/telephone number under a one-touch speed dialling button, you can simplify dialling of that number to the press of a single button. When you register one-touch speed dialling, you will:– assi...

6-8 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 Registering Coded Speed Dialling By registering a fax/telephone number under a coded speed dialling code, you can simplify dialling of that number to pressing Coded Dial and entering the registered two-digit code. When you register coded speed dialling, you will:– assign...

6-13 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 S p e e d Di a ll ing Registering Group Dialling If you frequently send documents to the same group of fax numbers, you can “group” these numbers under a one-touch speed dialling button or coded speed dialling code. You can then send to all the fax numbers in the group ...

6-16 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 Using Speed Dialling Once you have registered fax/telephone numbers for one-touch speed dialling ( p. 6-3), coded speed dialling ( p. 6-8), or group dialling ( p. 6-13), you can begin to send documents or make telephone calls with speed dialling. Sending a Document With...

6-17 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 S p e e d Di a ll ing Making a Telephone Call With Speed Dialling Follow this procedure to dial a telephone number registered for one-touch or coded speed dialling on your FAX: 1 Make sure you have connected the optional handset or a telephone to the FAX ( p. 2-6). 2 Pr...

6-18 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 Printing Speed Dialling Lists To check the fax/telephone numbers and names registered for speed dialling, you can print the speed dialling lists. You may want to keep these lists near your FAX to refer to them when dialling. Follow this procedure to print speed dialling...

6-19 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 S p e e d Di a ll ing ■ 1-TOUCH SPD DIAL LIST 1 ■ 1-TOUCH SPD DIAL LIST 2 (Detailed List) * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** * * * * * 1 - T O U C H S P D D I A L L...

6-20 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 ■ CODED SPEED DIAL LIST 1 ■ CODED SPEED DIAL LIST 2 (Detailed List) * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** * * * * * C O D E D S P E E D D I A L L I S T 1 N O . C O N N...

6-21 Speed Dialling Chapter 6 S p e e d Di a ll ing ■ GROUP DIAL LIST 27/12 2002 17:23 FAX 123 4567 CANON 001 GROUP DIAL LIST [ 03] Canon GROUP 2 [ 04] 2 50921 Canon ITALIA [ ) 00] 2131 1250 Canon DEUTSCH. [ ) 02] 1 49 39 25 25 Canon FRANCE [ ) 32] 81 773 3173 Canon UK [ ) 21] Canon GROUP 1 [ 01] 90...

7-1 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 S e n d ing Fa x e s Chapter 7 Sending Faxes ❏ Preparing to Send a Fax ............................................................................. 7-2 • Documents You Can Fax ....................................................................... 7-2 • Setting the Scann...

7-2 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 Preparing to Send a Fax Documents You Can Fax For information on the types of documents you can fax, their requirements, and details on loading documents, see Chapter 4. Setting the Scanning Resolution You can set the scanning resolution of documents you send. The higher ...

7-3 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 S e n d ing Fa x e s Setting the Scanning Contrast You can adjust the degree of contrast at which your document is scanned for sending and copying. Adjust according to how light or how dark your document is. Follow this procedure to set the scanning contrast for sending a...

7-4 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 Dialling Methods There are several ways of dialling the fax number(s) you want to send to. They are as follows: • Regular DiallingDial a fax number by using the numeric buttons, similar to dialling a telephone number. • One-Touch Speed DiallingDial a fax number by pressin...

7-5 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 S e n d ing Fa x e s Sending Methods This section explains the two main sending methods: Memory sending and Manual sending via the handset. Memory Sending Memory sending is a quick and easy way to send a document. As the FAX scans the first page of a multipage document in...

7-6 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 Manual Sending Via the Handset Manual sending via the handset allows you to talk to the other party before sending a document. This method is useful if the other party must manually activate their fax machine to receive a fax. Follow this procedure to send a document usin...

7-7 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 S e n d ing Fa x e s ■ If you hear a high-pitched signal instead of a voice: ■ If you hear a voice: 4 Dial the other party’s fax/telephone number. • For dialling methods, see p. 7-4. • If you make a mistake during dialling, press Hook or hang up the handset and start agai...

7-8 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 Cancelling Sending Follow this procedure if you want to stop sending a document before transmission is completed: ■ If you are sending a document using manual sending via the handset: ■ If you are sending a document using memory sending: 1 Press Stop. • The transmission i...

7-9 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 S e n d ing Fa x e s Redialling When the Line is Busy There are two methods of redialling: Manual redialling and Automatic redialling. This section explains these two methods. Manual Redialling Press Redial/Pause to dial the last number you dialled with the numeric button...

7-10 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 Setting the Options for Automatic Redialling You can set the following options for automatic redialling: • Whether the FAX redials automatically. • The number of times the FAX attempts to redial. • The time interval between redialling attempts. Follow this procedure to a...

7-14 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 Delayed Sending Your FAX allows you to scan a document into its memory and send it automatically to as many as 125 fax numbers at a preset time within the next 24 hours. This is called Delayed sending or Timer sending. By using this feature, you can take advantage of low...

7-16 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 Printing a Document Set for Delayed Sending Follow this procedure to print a document stored in memory for delayed sending: Note When you print a document stored in memory for delayed sending using the following procedure, the print is reduced to 90% of the original. 1 O...

7-17 Sending Faxes Chapter 7 S e n d ing Fa x e s Deleting a Document Set for Delayed Sending Follow this procedure to delete a document stored in memory for delayed sending: 1 Open the one-touch speed dial panel. 2 Press Delayed Transmission. 3 Use ▼ or ▲ to select DELETE FILE . 4 Press Set. 5 Use ...

8-1 Receiving Faxes Chapter 8 Recei vi n g F a x e s Chapter 8 Receiving Faxes ❏ Receiving Methods .................................................................................... 8-2 • Receiving Faxes Automatically: FAX ONLY MODE .......................... 8-3 Setting FAX ONLY MODE ...............

8-2 Receiving Faxes Chapter 8 Receiving Methods The FAX provides you with several modes for receiving faxes. To determine which mode best suits your requirements, refer to the table below: Once you have decided which mode is suitable for your needs, set the mode as described in this chapter. You can...

8-3 Receiving Faxes Chapter 8 Recei vi n g F a x e s Receiving Faxes Automatically: FAX ONLY MODE If you have a separate telephone line for fax use only, connect your FAX to this line and set FAX ONLY MODE. Your FAX will answer all calls as fax calls. Setting FAX ONLY MODE If FAX ONLY MODE does not ...

8-6 Receiving Faxes Chapter 8 Setting the Options for Fax/Tel Mode If you set Fax/Tel Mode, you can control precisely how the FAX handles incoming calls by adjusting the following settings:– RING START TIME setting: Adjust the time the FAX takes to check whether a call is from a fax machine or from ...

8-8 Receiving Faxes Chapter 8 Receiving Faxes Manually: MANUAL MODE Set this mode if you only have one telephone line that you use mainly for voice calls, and only occasionally to receive faxes. For this mode, you will need to connect the optional handset or a telephone to your FAX to be able to rec...

8-9 Receiving Faxes Chapter 8 Recei vi n g F a x e s ■ If you hear a beep tone or silence: ■ If you hear a voice: 4 Someone is trying to send you a fax. Press Start/Copy on your FAX and hang up to begin receiving the document. • If you are using the telephone and it is located away from your unit, d...

8-10 Receiving Faxes Chapter 8 Receiving With an Answering Machine: ANS.MACHINE MODE Connecting an answering machine to the FAX allows you to receive faxes and telephone messages while you are out. In ANS.MACHINE MODE, the FAX allows the answering machine to answer incoming calls, then listens for t...

8-11 Receiving Faxes Chapter 8 Recei vi n g F a x e s Receiving While Performing Other Tasks The FAX is a multitasking device so it can receive faxes and voice calls while you are performing other tasks. If the FAX cannot print a received fax because it is performing another task that prevents it fr...

9-1 Special Features Chapter 9 S p eci al F e a tu re s Chapter 9 Special Features ❏ Special Dialling .......................................................................................... 9-2 • Entering Pauses in a Fax/Telephone Number ........................................ 9-2 • Switching Te...

9-2 Special Features Chapter 9 Special Dialling Entering Pauses in a Fax/Telephone Number You may need to enter pauses in a fax/telephone number in the following situations:– When you dial or register an overseas number. The length and position of the pause depends on the telephone system of your co...

9-3 Special Features Chapter 9 S p eci al F e a tu re s Switching Temporarily to Tone Dialling Many information services for banks, airline reservations, hotel reservations, etc., require tone dialling for their services. If your FAX is set for pulse dialling ( p. 3-8), follow this procedure to set ...

9-4 Special Features Chapter 9 Confirming a Dial Tone* This feature allows you to set your FAX to listen for and detect a dial tone in the middle of a fax/telephone number before dialling the rest of the number. This is called Dial tone detection. Follow this procedure for dial tone detection during...

9-5 Special Features Chapter 9 S p eci al F e a tu re s Documents Stored in Memory This section describes how to perform different operations with documents stored in memory. You will find instructions for printing a list of documents in memory, as well as procedures for printing, sending, and delet...

9-6 Special Features Chapter 9 Printing a Document Stored in Memory Follow this procedure to print a document stored in memory: Note When you print a document stored in memory using the following procedure, the print is reduced to 90% of the original. 1 Open the one-touch speed dial panel. 2 Press M...

9-7 Special Features Chapter 9 S p eci al F e a tu re s Sending a Document Stored in Memory Follow this procedure to send a document received in memory: 1 Open the one-touch speed dial panel. 2 Press Memory Reference. 3 Use N or M to select . 4 Press Set. 5 Use N or M to select the transaction numbe...

9-9 Special Features Chapter 9 S p eci al F e a tu re s Deleting a Document Stored in Memory Follow this procedure to delete a document stored in memory: 1 Open the one-touch speed dial panel. 2 Press Memory Reference. 3 Use N or M to select DELETE DOCUMENT . 4 Press Set. 5 Use N or M to select the ...

9-10 Special Features Chapter 9 Polling What is Polling? In normal faxing, a fax machine sends a document to another fax machine. With polling, a fax machine calls another fax machine and requests that a document be sent to it; in other words, it “polls” that fax machine. Your FAX has the capability...

9-12 Special Features Chapter 9 Cancelling Polling Receiving To cancel polling receiving, follow the same procedure as for cancelling receiving ( p. 8-11). Polling Sending In polling sending, your FAX holds a document in its polling box so that other fax machines can retrieve it. You may find pollin...

9-15 Special Features Chapter 9 S p eci al F e a tu re s Scanning a Document into the Polling Box Follow this procedure to store a document in the polling box so that other fax machines can retrieve it: When another fax machine polls your FAX, the following conditions apply:• If you registered a pas...

9-17 Special Features Chapter 9 S p eci al F e a tu re s Restricting Use of Your FAX By enabling this feature, you can prevent unauthorised use of your FAX to make calls and send faxes. Enabling Restriction of Your FAX Follow this procedure to enable restriction of your FAX: 1 Open the one-touch spe...

9-18 Special Features Chapter 9 Restriction of your FAX is now enabled. No one can make calls or send faxes. (This setting does not restrict incoming calls or faxes.) Cancelling Restriction of Your FAX Follow this procedure to cancel restriction of your FAX: 10 Press Stop to return to standby mode. ...

9-20 Special Features Chapter 9 Restricting Reception By enabling this feature, you can restrict reception of faxes to only the numbers registered for speed dialling on your FAX. This feature is useful to prevent reception of unsolicited faxes (e.g. junk mail). Follow this procedure to enable or dis...

10-1 Copying Chapter 10 Copy in g Chapter 10 Copying ❏ Documents You Can Copy ........................................................................ 10-2 ❏ Making Copies ........................................................................................... 10-2 ❏ Making a Quick Single Copy .....

10-2 Copying Chapter 10 Documents You Can Copy For information on the types of documents you can copy, their requirements, and details on loading documents, see Chapter 4. Making Copies Follow this procedure to make copies: 1 Adjust the paper delivery selector if necessary ( p. 5-4). 2 Load the docu...

10-3 Copying Chapter 10 Copy in g Making a Quick Single Copy Follow this procedure if you want to make a quick single copy of a document without adjusting the resolution, contrast, or size: 7 If you want to make multiple copies, use the numeric buttons to enter the number of copies. • You can make u...

11-1 Reports and Lists Chapter 11 Re p o rts a nd Li s ts Chapter 11 Reports and Lists ❏ Summary of Reports and Lists ................................................................... 11-2 ❏ ACTIVITY REPORT ................................................................................ 11-3 ❏ TX ...

11-2 Reports and Lists Chapter 11 Summary of Reports and Lists The table below shows the lists and reports that can be printed from your FAX. Refer to the pages indicated for more details. Report or List Description Details USER’S DATA LIST Lists the current settings of your FAX and the registered s...

11-3 Reports and Lists Chapter 11 Re p o rts a nd Li s ts ACTIVITY REPORT The FAX is factory-set to automatically print an ACTIVITY REPORT after every 20 transactions. If you want to print an ACTIVITY REPORT before it is automatically printed, follow this procedure: Transactions in an ACTIVITY REPOR...

12-1 Maintenance Chapter 12 Mai n tenanc e Chapter 12 Maintenance ❏ Periodic Cleaning ....................................................................................... 12-2 • Cleaning the FAX’s Exterior ................................................................. 12-2 • Cleaning the FAX’s...

12-2 Maintenance Chapter 12 Periodic Cleaning This section describes the necessary cleaning procedures for your FAX. Please note the following before cleaning your unit:• Be sure to disconnect the power cord before cleaning the FAX. Since documents in memory are erased when the power is disconnected...

12-3 Maintenance Chapter 12 Mai n tenanc e Cleaning the FAX’s Interior To prevent toner powder and paper dust from accumulating inside the FAX and affecting print quality, clean the unit’s print area periodically. Follow this procedure to clean inside the FAX: 1 Disconnect the power cord from the FA...

12-5 Maintenance Chapter 12 Mai n tenanc e Cleaning the Scanner Components Follow this procedure to periodically check and clean the scanner components: 1 Disconnect the power cord from the FAX. 2 Use both hands to gently open the operation panel. • It only opens partially. 3 While holding the opera...

12-7 Maintenance Chapter 12 Mai n tenanc e Replacing the Toner Cartridge The only component of your FAX you will need to replace is the FX-3 toner cartridge. Although Canon manufactures many different toner cartridges, the FX-3 toner cartridge is the only one designed for use with your FAX. To purch...

13-1 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Tro ubl e s hooti n g Chapter 13 Troubleshooting ❏ Clearing Jams ............................................................................................. 13-2 • Jams in the ADF .................................................................................... 1...

13-2 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Clearing Jams Jams in the ADF When a document jams or misfeeds in the ADF, the LCD displays CHECK DOCUMENT . Follow this procedure to clear the document jam: Note You do not need to unplug the FAX when clearing document jams. 1 Press Stop. 2 Use both hands to gently o...

13-3 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Tro ubl e s hooti n g Paper Jams When paper jams in the FAX, the LCD displays . Try clearing the jam by following the procedure in Jams in the Paper Delivery Slots below. If this does not clear the jam, follow the procedure in Jams Inside the Unit. Jams in the Paper D...

13-8 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 LCD Messages The following messages are displayed in the LCD when the FAX is performing a task, or when it encounters an error. The error code appears in the ACTIVITY REPORT ( p. 11-3). Messsage Error Code Cause Action AUTO REDIAL — The unit is waiting to redial the o...

13-13 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Tro ubl e s hooti n g Paper Feeding Problems ■ Paper does not feed properly. The multi-purpose tray may contain too many sheets.• Make sure you load the correct quantity ( p. 5-2). The paper may not be loaded correctly.• Make sure the paper stack is loaded correctly ...

13-14 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 You dialled or have been provided with an incorrect number.• Dial the number again, or check that you have the correct number. The other party’s fax machine may be out of paper.• Contact the other party and ask them to make sure paper is loaded in their fax machine. ...

13-15 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Tro ubl e s hooti n g ■ Errors occur frequently while sending. The telephone lines may be in poor condition, or you may have a bad connection.• Lower the transmission speed ( TX START SPEED , p. 14-10). Receiving Problems ■ Cannot receive a fax automatically. The FAX...

13-16 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 An error may have occurred during reception.• Check the LCD for an error message ( p. 13-8). • Print an ACTIVITY REPORT and check for an error code ( p. 11-3). The multi-purpose tray may be empty.• Make sure paper is loaded in the multi-purpose tray ( p. 2-16). The o...

13-17 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Tro ubl e s hooti n g Toner may be low or unevenly distributed.• Redistribute the toner inside the toner cartridge ( p. 12-7). If the problem persists, replace the toner cartridge ( p. 12-7). ■ Cannot receive using Error Correction Mode (ECM). The other party’s fax m...

13-18 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Telephone Problems ■ Cannot dial. The telephone line cord may not be connected properly.• Make sure it is connected properly ( p. 2-6). The power cord may not be plugged in securely.• Check that the power cord is plugged securely into the FAX and into the wall outlet...

13-19 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Tro ubl e s hooti n g You may not have removed the plastic seal from the toner cartridge. • Make sure you install the toner cartridge properly ( p. 2-13). The toner cartridge may need to be replaced.• Replace the toner cartridge ( p. 12-7). ■ Printout does not match ...

13-20 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 General Problems ■ FAX has no power. The power cord may not be plugged in securely.• Check that the power cord is plugged securely into the FAX and into the wall outlet ( p. 2-8). If the unit is plugged into a power strip, make sure the power strip is plugged in and ...

13-21 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 Tro ubl e s hooti n g If You Cannot Solve a Problem If you cannot solve the problem after having referred to the information in this chapter, contact your local authorised Canon dealer or the Canon help line. Canon’s support personnel are trained in the technical sup...

13-22 Troubleshooting Chapter 13 If a Power Cut Occurs If power is suddenly lost due to a power cut or accidental unplugging, a built-in battery retains the FAX’s settings. However, any documents stored in memory will be lost. During a power cut, functions are limited as follows:• You cannot make te...

14-1 Summary of Settings Chapter 14 Su m m ar y o f S e tt in g s Chapter 14 Summary of Settings ❏ Understanding the Menu System ............................................................... 14-2 • Printing a List to Check the Current Settings ........................................ 14-2 • Access...

14-2 Summary of Settings Chapter 14 Understanding the Menu System The FAX menu system allows you to customise the way your unit operates. It consists of seven menus, each containing settings that control different functions of your FAX. Before adjusting any settings, you may want to print the USER’S...

14-3 Summary of Settings Chapter 14 Su m m ar y o f S e tt in g s Accessing the Menus Follow this procedure to access the different menus: 1 Open the one-touch speed dial panel. 2 Press Data Registration. 3 Press Set. 4 Use N or M to select the menu you want. • You can select from the following:– US...

14-4 Summary of Settings Chapter 14 USER SETTINGS Menu For details on accessing the settings below, see p. 14-3. The selectable settings and the default settings vary depending on the country where you have purchased the FAX. The values shown here are average values. Setting Description Sub-Settings...

14-5 Summary of Settings Chapter 14 Su m m ar y o f S e tt in g s REPORT SETTINGS Menu For details on accessing the settings below, see p. 14-3. The selectable settings and the default settings vary depending on the country where you have purchased the FAX. The values shown here are average values. ...

14-8 Summary of Settings Chapter 14 PRINTER SETTINGS Menu For details on accessing the settings below, see p. 14-3. The selectable settings and the default settings vary depending on the country where you have purchased the FAX. The values shown here are average values. Setting Description Sub-Setti...

14-9 Summary of Settings Chapter 14 Su m m ar y o f S e tt in g s POLLING BOX Menu For details on accessing the settings below, see p. 14-3. The selectable settings and the default settings vary depending on the country where you have purchased the FAX. The values shown here are average values. Sett...

14-10 Summary of Settings Chapter 14 SYSTEM SETTINGS Menu For details on accessing the settings below, see p. 14-3. The selectable settings and the default settings vary depending on the country where you have purchased the FAX. The values shown here are average values. Setting Description Sub-Setti...

A-1 Specifications Appendix A S p e c if ic at io n s Appendix A Specifications ❏ General Specifications ............................................................................... A-2 ❏ Facsimile ......................................................................................................

A-2 Specifications Appendix A General Specifications Power Source– 200-240 V– 50/60 Hz Power Consumption– Maximum: 500 W– Standby: Approx. 3.5 W WeightApprox. 10 kg (With components attached) Dimensions Environmental Conditions– Temperature: 10 -32.5C – Humidity: 20%-80% RH Liquid Crystal Display (L...

A-3 Specifications Appendix A S p e c if ic at io n s Fax Resolution– FAX STANDARD: 8 pels/mm K 3.85 lines/mm – FAX FINE: 8 pels/mm K 7.7 lines/mm – FAX PHOTO: 8 pels/mm K 7.7 lines/mm with halftones – SUPER FINE: 8 pels/mm K 15.4 lines/mm Dialling– Automatic dialling One-touch speed dialling (24 de...

B-1 FAX-L290 Instructions Appendix B F A X -L 290 In str u cti o n s Appendix B FAX-L290 Instructions ❏ Introduction ................................................................................................ B-2 ❏ Differences Between the FAX-L290 and FAX-L240 ................................ B...

B-2 FAX-L290 Instructions Appendix B Introduction This Appendix provides information relevant only to purchasers of the FAX-L290 model. Please be sure to read this section before reading the rest of this guide. Differences Between the FAX-L290 and FAX-L240 In addition to the FAX-L240 features, the F...

B-3 FAX-L290 Instructions Appendix B F A X -L 290 In str u cti o n s Connecting the FAX-L290 to Your PC To connect your FAX to a PC, you will need to purchase a printer cable that matches the interface connector on your PC:• A USB cable no longer than 5 metres You can purchase the cable from your lo...

B-4 FAX-L290 Instructions Appendix B Print Media Requirements In addition to the paper listed in Chapter 5, you can also load the following print media in the multi-purpose tray: Please refer to Chapter 5 for full details on paper handling, loading paper, and selecting paper delivery. Printable Area...

B-5 FAX-L290 Instructions Appendix B F A X -L 290 In str u cti o n s Selecting Print Media Follow these guidelines when selecting envelopes and transparencies: ■ Envelopes • Use standard envelopes with diagonal seams and flaps. • To prevent jams in the multi-purpose tray, do not use the following:– ...

B-6 FAX-L290 Instructions Appendix B Loading Envelopes Follow this procedure to load up to 7 envelopes in the multi-purpose tray: 1 Prepare the envelopes ❏ Arrange the stack of envelopes on a firm, clean surface, and press down firmly on the edges to make the folds crisp.• Press all the way around t...

B-7 FAX-L290 Instructions Appendix B F A X -L 290 In str u cti o n s The FAX is now ready to print. Loading Transparencies Load transparencies in the multi-purpose tray as for paper. For details, see p. 2-16. 3 Insert the stack into the multi-purpose tray = (print side facing you), then adjust the p...

C-1 Options Appendix C Op ti o n s Appendix C Options ❏ Optional Handset........................................................................................ C-2 • Package Contents ................................................................................... C-2 • Attaching the Handset to Y...

C-2 Options Appendix C Optional Handset* An optional handset is available in certain countries for connection to your FAX. Contact your local authorised Canon dealer for more information on purchasing this option. Package Contents Make sure your handset package includes the following items: If any i...

C-3 Options Appendix C Op ti o n s Attaching the Handset to Your FAX Follow this procedure to attach the handset to your FAX: 1 Use a screwdriver to remove the two covers on the left side of the unit. 2 Remove the screws from the plugs and insert the plugs into the holes on the handset cradle. 3 Ins...

C-4 Options Appendix C Maintaining Your Handset To maintain your handset in top working condition, be sure to follow these guidelines:• Do not leave your handset exposed to direct sunlight. • Do not install your handset in hot or humid conditions. • Do not spray aerosol polishes on your handset sinc...

I-1 Index + button 2-12, 3-7 N button 2-12, 14-3 O button 2-12, 3-4 P button 2-12, 3-3, 3-4 M button 2-12, 14-3 ( p. n-nn), definition 1-2 1-TOUCH SPD DIAL LIST 1 description 11-2 printing 6-18 sample 6-19 1-TOUCH SPD DIAL LIST 2 description 11-2 printing 6-18 sample 6-19 A A4 setting 5-2, 5-7, 14-8...