Canon imagePROGRAF iPF605 - User Manual

Contents Contents v Pr�nt�ng Large Posters (W�ndows) ........................................................................................... 299 Center�ng or�g�nals ........................................................................................ 301 Pr�nt�ng Or�g�nals Centered on Rolls ....

v� Contents Contents Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome (W�ndows) .................................................................. 370Page Setup Sheet (W�ndows) ................................................................................................. 372Paper S�ze Opt�ons D�alog Box (W�ndo...

Contents Contents v�� Network Setting 415 Network Sett�ng ............................................................................................ 415 Network Env�ronment .............................................................................................................. 415 Configurin...

v��� Contents Contents Maintenance 469 Ink Tanks ....................................................................................................... 469 Ink Tanks ................................................................................................................................. 469...

x Contents Contents Error Message 535 Respond�ng to Messages ............................................................................. 535 Respond�ng to Messages ........................................................................................................ 535Error Messages ..............

How to use this manual Introduction How to use this manual About This User Manual • Symbols The following symbols are used in this User Manual to indicate safety information and explanationson restrictions or precautions in use. Important Indicates important information that must be followed when us...

How to use this manual Searching Topics You can nd information in topics of this User Manual by searching for relevant terms. 1. Enter a term and click the Search button. Note • To search for multiple terms at once, enter a space between each term. Search results are listed at left. Introduction 3

How to use this manual HTML Version of the Manual for Printing You can select a group of topics in the table of contents or individual topics in this manual for printing.The following procedure describes how to do this, using the information in Basic Printing Workow as an example. Printing a group ...

How to use this manual 3. Clear the sections you will not print and click the Apply button. Printing a group of individual topics in the manual When you access printable HTML versions from subtitles in the table of contents, you can specify a groupof topics to print. 1. Click a section title in the ...

How to use this manual Printing selected topics Print selected topics as follows. 1. Access the printing dialog box as follows, depending on your computer’s operating system. • Windows In Windows, right-click anywhere in the explanation area except on a gure or a link.In the shortcutmenu, click Pri...

Printer parts Printer Parts Printer parts Front Standard When the Ejection Guide is removed a. Top Cover Open this cover to install the Printhead and remove any jammed paper from inside the printer, as needed. (→P.16) b. Paper Tray Cover Open this cover to load sheets in the Top Paper Feed Slot. (→P...

Printer parts Back a. Expansion Board Slots For installing an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) expansion board, as desired. b. USB Port Connect a USB cable to this port. This port is compatible with High Speed USB 2.0. c. Ethernet Port Connect an Ethernet cable to this port. d. Power Supply Connector Connect th...

Printer parts Tray Feed Area a. Tray Extension When loading sheets on the tray, open the Paper Tray Cover before opening the tray. b. Width Guide When loading the sheets , move the guide to match the paper size. c. Top Paper Feed Slot When loading sheets, insert them here. d. Front Paper Feed Slot (...

Printer parts Roll Feed Unit Cover (Inside) a. Roll Holder Load rolls on this holder. b. Holder Stopper Secure rolls on the Roll Holder with this part. c. Roll Holder Slot Slide the Roll Holder into this guide slot. Carriage a. Printhead Fixer Cover Holds the Printhead in place. Do not open this par...

Printer parts Vents The vents are on top (1), on the right (2), and on the bottom on the right (3 and 4). Caution • Do not block these vents when the printer is on. • Avoid setting paper or other light objects near the vents. 20 Printer Parts

Printer parts Control Panel a. Data lamp (Green) • FlashingDuring printing, the Data lamp ashes when the printer is receiving or processing print jobs.Otherwise, this lamp ashes when the printer is paused or updating the rmware. • OffThere are no active print jobs when the Data lamp is off. b. Me...

Control Panel Turning the Printer On and Off Turning the printer on 1. Press the Power button to turn on the printer. The printer will now start up. After the Display Screen shows the Canon logo, Starting up... Please wait. is displayed. 2. The printer goes online in preparation for printing after s...

Control Panel Important • Starting the printer when it is connected via the USB cable to a Macintosh computer that is off may cause the computer to start up at the same time. To prevent this, disconnect the USB cable before starting the printer. Connecting the printer to the computer via a USB hub m...

Control Panel Printer Modes Printer modes are classied as follows and described in this topic. • Modes (→P.29) • Mode transition (→P.30) • Online, and state of the Control Panel (→P.31) • Ofine, and state of the Control Panel (→P.32) • Menu mode, and state of the Control Panel (→P.33) • Submenu mo...

Control Panel Mode transition The printer mode transitions are as follows: *1: When submenus are displayed, you can press any button other than the Information button to return to the previous mode. *2: The printer automatically enters Sleep mode if it is idle for a specic period (by factory defaul...

Control Panel Online, and state of the Control Panel Not printing Printing in progress (receiving or processing print jobs) Display Screen • Top Level of the Display ScreenThe printer status is displayed here. The selected paper source is indicated by an icon in the upper-rightcorner.Any warning mes...

Control Panel Ofine, and state of the Control Panel Ofine Not printing Printing is paused Display Screen • Display ScreenThe printer status is displayed here. The selected paper source is indicated by an icon in the upper-rightcorner.Any warning messages are displayed here on lines 2-4. Take actio...

Control Panel Menu mode, and state of the Control Panel Main menu Menu items and settings Main menu (during printing) • Display ScreenPressing the Menu button when printing is not in progressdisplays the main menu.The title of the selected menuis displayed on the rst line,and menus immediately unde...

Control Panel Switching Modes Switching the Printer Online/Ofine Press the Online button to switch the printer online or ofine. The Online lamp is lit in Online mode. Printing is possible in this mode. The Online lamp is off in Ofine mode. Depending on the status, the printer switches online and ...

Control Panel Printer Status When the Online Button is Pressed Menu mode Switches online and the Online lamp is lit. Menu mode, printing Switches online and the Online lamp is lit.Printing is resumed. Switching to Menu Mode Press the Menu button to display the main menu. Depending on the status, the...

Control Panel Printer Menu Operations For instructions on selecting menu items, see “Main Menu Operations”. (→P.37)For details on menu levels and menu items, see “Menu Structure”. (→P.41)The printer menu structure is made up of a main menu and submenus.Access the main menu by pressing the Menu butto...

Control Panel Main Menu Operations Press the Menu button to display the main menu. For details, see “Main Menu Settings”. (→P.55) • Main menu when no print job is in progress • Main menu during printing Note • The main menu will not be displayed in the following cases even if you press the Menu butt...

Control Panel Accessing Menus Printer menus are grouped by function.Menus are displayed with the upper line selected. Use the buttons on the Control Panel to access each menu. • Press ▲ to access a higher menu in the menu list, and press ▼ to access a lower one. If items of the menu list are more th...

Control Panel Specifying menu items Follow the steps below to specify menu items. 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to access menus, and then press the ► button. Repeat these steps until the desired menu options are displayed. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to move to the setting item, and then press the OK button. The check box at...

Control Panel Specifying numerical values Follow the steps below to enter numbers for items such as network settings. 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup , and then press the ► button. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select TCP/IP , and then press the ► button. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select IP Setting , and th...

Control Panel Menu Structure Main Menu The structure of the main menu is as follows. Values at right indicated by an asterisk “*” are the defaults.For instructions on menu operations, see “Main Menu Operations”. (→P.37)For details on menu items, see “Main Menu Settings”. (→P.55) First Level Second L...

Control Panel Submenus Each time you press the Information button on the Control Panel, printer information is displayed in the following order. ■The remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity and ink levels ■Information of the loaded paper ■Printer information ■HP-GL/2 settings information For detail...

Control Panel Main menu during printing The structure of the main menu during printing is as follows.For instructions on menu operations, see “Main Menu Operations”. (→P.37)For details on menu items, see “Main Menu Settings (During Printing)”. (→P.65) First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Leve...

Control Panel Main Menu Settings Main menu items are described in the following tables.For instructions on selecting or setting menu items, see “Main Menu Operations”. (→P.37)For details on menu levels and values, see “Menu Structure”. (→P.41) Setting Item Description, Instructions Paper Cutting Thi...

Control Panel Media Menu Setting Item Description, Instructions Manual PaperType (*1) Choose the type of paper in the tray.(→P.142) Manual PaperSize (*1) Select the size of paper to be loaded manually.(→P.143) Roll Media Type (*1) Choose the type of roll.(→P.110) Chk Remain.Roll Choose On to print a...

Control Panel Paper Details Setting Item Description, Instructions Roll DryingTime Specify the time to wait for the ink to dry for each sheet. Scan Wait Time Specify the time to wait for the ink to dry between each scanin bidirectional printing, in consideration of how quickly the inkdries. Note tha...

Control Panel GL2 Settings Setting Item Description, Instructions GL2 Replot Print the last printed job (still stored in the printer memory) again. GL2 BufferClear Delete the last job printed using HP-GL/2, still stored in the printer memory. Color Mode Choose the color mode. Print Quality Choose th...

Control Panel Adjust Printer Setting Item Description, Instructions Standard Adj. Choose Yes to have the printer print and read a test pattern for the automatic adjustment of Printhead alignment relative tothe printing direction. (→P.453) Advanced Adj. Choose Yes to have the printer print and read a...

Control Panel Interface Setup Setting Item Description, Instructions EOP Timer Specify the timeout period before cancellation ofprint jobs that cannot be received by the printer. IP Mode Choose whether the printer IP address is conguredautomatically or a static IP address is enteredmanually. DHCP B...

Control Panel Submenu Display Press the Information button to display this information, one after another: the Maintenance Cartridge capacity and remaining ink levels, paper information, and printer information.Each time you press the Information button, the following submenus are displayed. Note • ...

Control Panel Status Print You can print a Status Print report indicating the current status of the printer. With Status Print , information is printed regarding the printer rmware version, various settings, and the utilization level of consumables. Printing Status Print Reports 1. Load paper. If u...

Optional accessories Optional accessories Stand The printer can be mounted on the following Stand. • Printer Stand ST-25 Note • For details on assembling the Stand, refer to the instructions provided with the Stand. 74 Printer Parts

Optional accessories Roll Holder Set A set of parts including a Roll Holder, Holder Stopper (for 2- and 3-inch paper cores), 3-Inch Paper CoreAttachment, and Spacer for Borderless Printing (used for both 2- and 3-inch paper cores).To load a roll with a 3-inch paper core, insert the 3-Inch Paper Core...

Printer Specications Printer Specications Specications Important • This information is subject to change as the printer is updated. • The following values may vary depending on the operating environment. Printer Power supply 100-120 V AC (50/60 Hz), 220-240 V AC (50/60 Hz) In operation 100 W max....

Printer Specications Printing performance Print method Bubblejet Maximum resolution 2400 dpi horizontally (*1) × 1200 dpi vertically Printhead PF-03 Number of nozzles MBK: 5,120; Others: 2,560 each color *1: Prints with a minimum 1/2400 inch dot pitch between ink droplets. Interface Expansion Board...

Printer Specications Ink BK Ink Tank ( Black Ink ) Dye ink PFI-102BK (user-replaceable) MBK Ink Tank ( Matte Black Ink, or black inkfor matte paper) Pigment ink PFI-102MBK (user-replaceable) C Ink Tank ( Cyan Ink ) Dye ink PFI-102C (user-replaceable) M Ink Tank ( Magenta Ink ) Dye ink PFI-102M (use...

Printer Specications Basic Environmental Performance Printer Sleep mode 100-120 V: 5 W max.(10 W max. when an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) expansion board isinstalled.)220-240 V: 6 W max.(11 W max. when an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) expansion board isinstalled.) Power consumption Off 1 W max. Weight 45 kg (99.2 ...

Printer Specications Print Area A margin required by the printer is added with respect to the size of paper loaded in the printer. Except inborderless printing, the actual printing area corresponds to the paper size minus the space for this margin. Printable Area Recommended Print Area Top Edge Bot...

Printer Specications Rolls • Printable Area: A margin of 3 mm (0.12 in) on all sides is required. During borderless printing, the margin on all sidesis 0 mm. For information on paper compatible with borderless printing, see the Paper ReferenceGuide. (→P.101) • Recommended print area: A margin of 20...

Printing procedure Basic Printing Workow Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets The printer supports both rolls and sheets.This section introduces the main features of each, as well as the main printing methods available. Select rollsor sheets to suit your particular printing ap...

Printing procedure Sheet printing Sheets refers to individual sheets of paper in regular sizes.Insert the sheet between the Platen and the Paper Retainer. • Enlarged/reduced printing You can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing originals before printing. (→P.209) (→P.215) (→P...

Printing procedure Loading and Printing on Rolls These are the basic steps for loading and printing on rolls.Follow the steps below to switch to a new roll or a roll of a different type or width before printing. Note • If a sheet is loaded in the Top Paper Feed Slot, remove it before this procedure....

Printing procedure Loading and Printing on Sheets in the Paper Feed Slot These are the basic steps for loading sheets in the paper feed slot and then printing from this slot.Follow the steps below to load and print on sheets in the paper feed slot. Note • If a roll is loaded, rewind the roll before ...

Printing procedure Printing from Windows Print from the application software menu. Important • The Windows printer driver can be used in the following versions of Windows: • Windows 2000 (Professional or Server) • Windows XP (Home Edition or Professional) • Windows Server 2003 (Standard Edition) • W...

Printing procedure Printing from Mac OS X Print from the application menu after registering the printer. Important • We recommend exiting unnecessary applications before printing. Running several applications while printing may interrupt the transfer of print data and affect printing quality. Regist...

Printing procedure Printing from the application software 1. In the application software, select Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. Note • This dialog box includes basic printing options and enables you to choose the printer, specify the range of pages, numbe...

Canceling print jobs Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel Hold down the Stop button for a second or more to cancel print jobs or ink drying in progress when the printer is online, ofine, or in Menu mode. Printer operation varies depending on the status when you hold down...

Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from Windows You can cancel print jobs in the printer window. 1. Click the printer icon in the taskbar to display the printer window. Note • You can also display this window by double-clicking the printer icon in the Printers and Faxes (or Printers ) folder,...

Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS X You can cancel print jobs in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor . 1. Click the printer icon in the Dock to display the printer window. 2. Click Stop Jobs to stop printing. In this window, you can cancel jobs sent to the printer. Note • The print job is ...

Paper Handling Paper Paper Types of Paper For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . This guideidenties supported plain paper, coated paper, photo paper (such as glossy photo paper), proong paper,CAD paper, and other types of paper. The Paper R...

Paper Viewing the Paper Reference Guide You can access the Paper Reference Guide as follows. Follow the steps for your particular operating system. • Windows 1. Double-click the iPFxxxx Support icon on the desktop. (Here, iPFxxxx represents the printer model.) The online support window is displayed....

Paper Updating paper information You can update paper information in the Paper Reference Guide and on the printer by downloading thelatest version of the Media Conguration Tool from the imagePROGRAF website. For information aboutthe Media Conguration Tool, see the Media Conguration Tool Guide (Wi...

Paper Paper Sizes Rolls Rolls that meet the following conditions are supported. • Outer diameter: up to 150 mm (6 in) • Inner diameter of paper core: 2 or 3 inches • Printing side out Roll width Identication in Roll Paper Width in Printer Driver (*1) Borderless Printing (*1) 609.6 mm (24.00 in) 24-...

Handling rolls Handling rolls Selecting the Paper Source When advancing paper, press the Feeder Selection button and select the source. You can determine the selected source by checking which lamp is lit-either the Roll Media lamp (a) or the Cut Sheet lamp (b). • Roll Media lamp : Selected when prin...

Handling rolls Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder When printing on rolls, attach the Roll Holder to the roll. Attach the 2-inch or 3-inch paper core attachment tothe Roll Holder, depending on the size of the paper core of the roll you will use. The printer is delivered withthe 2-inch paper core attach...

Handling rolls Loading Rolls in the Roll Feed Unit Once a roll is in the Roll Holder, follow these steps to load the roll in the Roll Feed Unit. 1. Open the Roll Feed Unit Cover. 2. With the edge of the roll facing up toward you, insert the Roll Holder shaft into the guide grooves (a) of the Roll Ho...

Handling rolls Loading Rolls in the Printer Follow these steps to load rolls in the printer. Note • Remove any loaded paper that will not be used. • Rolls (→P.117) • Sheets (→P.150) • If the Platen is dirty, clean inside the Top Cover. (→P.495) 1. Open the Roll Feed Unit Cover. 2. Insert the edge of...

Handling rolls Removing the Roll from the Printer Remove rolls from the printer as follows. Note • If you need to cut the roll, select Paper Cutting and cut the roll at the desired position. (→P.128) • If you have selected Media Menu > Chk Remain.Roll > On in the printer menu and the printed d...

Handling rolls Removing Rolls from the Roll Feed Unit Remove any rolls in the Roll Feed Unit as follows. 1. Open the Roll Feed Unit Cover. 2. Using both hands, rotate the Roll Holder toward the back to rewind the roll. 3. Remove the Roll Holder from the Roll Holder Slot. 4. Close the Roll Feed Unit ...

Handling rolls Removing Rolls From the Roll Holder 1. Remove the Holder Stopper from the Roll Holder. 2. Remove the roll from the Roll Holder. Important • After removal, store the roll in the original bag or box, away from high temperature, humidity, and direct sunlight. If paper is not stored prope...

Handling rolls Clearing Jammed Roll Paper If paper from a roll becomes jammed, Paper jam. is shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel. Remove the jammed paper as follows. Note • For instructions on removing a paper jam from a roll if the scrap of paper remains in the Paper Feed Slot, see “Cl...

Handling rolls Feeding Roll Paper Manually You can bring the printer ofine by pressing the Online button. When the printer is ofine and roll paper is selected as the paper source, you can advance or retract theroll by pressing ▲ or ▼ . Press ▲ to retract the roll manually. Press ▼ to advance the r...

Handling rolls Detection of the Remaining Roll Paper If you have activated automatic detection of the remaining roll paper, when the roll is ejected, a barcode with text isprinted on the roll paper that identies the type of paper and amount left. If this function is activated and barcodesare printe...

Handling rolls Specifying the Ink Drying Time for Rolls When you are using paper that takes longer for ink to adhere, if the Cutter touches printed surfaces that are stillwet, it may damage the paper or cause rough cut edges. Also, ink may be transferred onto the paper surface duringejection, soilin...

Handling rolls Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls How a roll is cut after ejection varies depending on the printer settings. Cutting Method Menu Settings Driver Setting Automatic The roll is automatically cut by the CutterUnit following printer driver settings. Automatic Yes Eject(→P.129) Choos...

Handling rolls Eject (waiting for ink to dry after printing) Important • When cutting wide printed documents after ejection, support the documents. If the paper drops, printed documents may be damaged. • Do not lift the paper when holding printed documents before cutting. If the paper rises, it may ...

Handling rolls Manual (when using media that cannot be cut using the Cutter Unit ) 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details , and then press the ► button. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to selec...

Handling rolls Paper Cutting (to have the roll cut at your specied position) 1. If the printer stops operating after printing, press the Online button. The printer goes ofine. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to feed the roll paper to the position for cutting. 3. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 4. Pre...

Handling rolls Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically If the leading edge of a roll is crooked or warped, it may cause an error message or printing problems. In thiscase, set Trim Edge First to Automatic or On on the Control Panel to have the printer cut the leading edge to make the ed...

Handling rolls Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls The printer is equipped with a function to reduce cutting dust for media such as Backlit Film that are more likely togenerate debris when cut. This may improve printing quality and help prevent Printhead damage. You can set upthis function to be activa...

Handling rolls Attaching Accessories to the Roll Holder Mounting the 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment To load a roll with a 3-inch paper core, insert the 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment on the Roll Holder.Align the triangular part (b) of the 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment (a) with the triangular groove (c) o...

Handling rolls Attaching the Spacer for Borderless Printing If you use an A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spacer for Borderless Printing onthe Roll Holder.Insert the protrusions (b) of the Spacer for Borderless Printing (a) into the holes (c) of the Roll Holder, asshown. R...

Handling rolls Feeding Paper from the Roll Feed Unit The Paper Feed Slot used to feed roll paper is the same as the Paper Feed Slot used for the Top Paper FeedSlot, so both methods of feeding paper cannot be used at the same time. Thus, if a roll has been advanced when you wish to print from the Top...

Handling rolls Removing the Roll Feed Unit Important • Always make sure the printer is off before removing the Roll Feed Unit. 1. Remove any rolls in the Roll Feed Unit. (→P.118) 2. Use a coin or screwdriver to loosen the screws (a) on both sides of the back of the Roll Feed Unit and remove the unit...

Handling rolls Installing the Roll Feed Unit Important • Always make sure the printer is off before attaching the Roll Feed Unit. 1. Holding the Roll Feed Unit by the Carrying Handles (a), insert the two pins of the Roll Feed Unit (b) into the each hole on the back of the printer (c). 2. Use a coin ...

Handling sheets Handling sheets Selecting the Paper Source When advancing paper, press the Feeder Selection button and select the source. You can determine the selected source by checking which lamp is lit-either the Roll Media lamp (a) or the Cut Sheet lamp (b). • Roll Media lamp : Selected when pr...

Handling sheets Loading Sheets Manually When using the tray, load the paper in the Top Paper Feed Slot. (→P.144) However, if you have specied POP Board , insert the sheet in the Front Paper Feed Slot. (→P.146) Loading paper in the Top Paper Feed Slot Note • You can load only one sheet in the Top Pa...

Handling sheets Loading heavyweight paper in the Front Paper Feed Slot Important • Before loading heavyweight paper, change the media type setting to POP Board . After POP Board is selected as the type of paper, you can select Front Paper Feed Slot. • Always load a POP Board in the Front Paper Feed ...

Handling sheets Removing Sheets from the Top Paper Feed Slot 1. Press the Load/Eject button. A conrmation message is displayed regarding removal of the sheet. Note • Paper cannot be ejected by using the Load/Eject button when print jobs are in progress or during the ink drying period. Before ejecti...

Handling sheets Clearing Jammed Paper from the Tray If a sheet loaded manually becomes jammed, Paper jam. is shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel. Remove the jammed paper as follows. 1. Press Load/Eject . 2. Remove the jammed paper. • If paper is jammed inside the Top Cover 1. Open the T...

Output Stacker Output Stacker Output Stacker Precautions When you print on rolls, you can use the Output Stacker to hold ejected printouts.When you use the Output Stacker (b), push down Basket Rod #1 fully toward the front, keeping it even on theleft and right so that Basket Rod #2 (a) is not slante...

Output Stacker Using the Output Stacker This topic describes how to use the Output Stacker. When storing documents on the Output Stacker, use the stacker in position (1).When the Output Stacker is not used, fold the stacker to stow it in position (2). Important • When storing printed documents on th...

Printing Photos and Images Working With Various Print Jobs Printing Photos and Images Printing Photos and Images (Windows) Printing is easy when you simply choose the print target. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print Target Choose pres...

Printing Photos and Images Printing Photos and Images Printing is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Print...

Printing CAD Drawings Printing CAD Drawings Printing CAD Drawings Using this printer, you can print ne lines and text clearly and sharply. It’s easy to produce highly precisedrawings from CAD applications. Note • In Windows, you can print highly precise drawings using the provided imagePROGRAF HDI ...

Printing CAD Drawings Printing Line Drawings and Text (Windows) Printing is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be prin...

Printing CAD Drawings Printing Line Drawings and Text Printing is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Print...

Printing CAD Drawings Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 m...

Printing Ofce Documents Printing Ofce Documents Printing Ofce Documents Printing is easy when you simply choose the type of original to print. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document...

Using the Printer With a Color imageRUNNER Using the Printer With a Color imageRUNNER Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER Scanned originals from a Color imageRUNNER can be enlarged and printed automatically.For instructions on printing enlargements of scanned original...

Using the Printer With a Color imageRUNNER 2. Click the Utility tab to display the Utility sheet. 3. Click B Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy to start the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy utility. 4. Use the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy utility to register or modify hot folders. For instru...

Adjusting Images Enhanced Printing Options Adjusting Images Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver Color settings specied in the application for your documents are essentially given priority over other settingsfor each print job, but further color adjustment is possible in the printer driver. Co...

Adjusting Images Matching You can choose the color-matching mode and method.By adjusting the color-matching mode and method, you can make printed colors match the colors ofon-screen images more closely. Matching Mode Description Notes Driver MatchingMode Color adjustment based on the original color ...

Adjusting Images Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing You can specify detailed print settings as desired for the quality level, colors, and other criteria. Advanced Settings For printing results that appear just as expected for your original, you can specify which g...

Adjusting Images Print Quality Choose the print quality.The printing mode is determined by a combination of the print quality and resolution. Print Quality (*1) Description Print Priority Highest A setting for printing at the highest resolution when quality ismost important. Printing takes longer an...

Adjusting Images Enhancing printing quality Setting Item Description Unidirectional Printing Choosing unidirectional printing can improve printing results if linesare printed crooked or images are uneven. However, this takes moretime than regular printing. Thicken Fine Lines (Windows) Thicken Fine L...

Adjusting Images Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. As an example, this topic describes how to print CAD drawings as clearly as possible, with sharp lines and text. 1. Choose Print in the app...

Choosing Paper for Printing Choosing Paper for Printing Choosing a Paper for Printing Choosing the right paper for your particular printing application will give you the best printing results. Media type The printer and printer driver offer print settings optimized for various paper characteristics....

Choosing Paper for Printing Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver If you replace the paper, complete the printer driver settings for the paper type and size.For instructions on conguring paper settings in the printer driver, refer to the following topics, as appropriatefor your computer and operat...

Choosing Paper for Printing Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. Important • Always specify the same type and size of paper in the printer menu and printer driver.If the type and size do not m...

Choosing Paper for Printing Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. 1. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Forma...

Printing enlargements or reductions Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size You can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired. Enlarged/Reduced Printing Enlarge or reduce the original in the printer driver, as desired. Fit Pap...

Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the paper size, based on the followingexample. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • P...

Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the paper size, based on the followingexample. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll...

Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width You can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired. Enlarged/Reduced Printing Enlarge or reduce the original in the printer driver, as desired. Fit Roll Paper Width Enlarge or reduce the or...

Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the roll width, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • P...

Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the roll width, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • ...

Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value You can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired. Enlarged/Reduced Printing Enlarge or reduce the original in the printer driver, as desired. Scaling Enlarge or reduce originals by ...

Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Windows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing by entering a scaling value, based on the followingexample. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper:...

Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing by entering a scaling value, based on the followingexample. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper...

Printing at full size Printing at full size Printing on Oversized Paper Except in borderless printing, the actual printing area corresponds to your selected paper size minus thespace for a margin. (→P.81) To print documents or images you prepare without a margin at actual size,use an oversized paper...

Printing at full size Borderless Printing at Actual Size Take advantage of borderless printing to print documents such as posters (made up mainly of photos orimages) without a surrounding margin, or border. Borderless Printing In regular printing, a margin required by the printer is added around the...

Printing at full size Print Image with Actual Size Prints originals at actual size, without enlarging or reducing them. Originals must be prepared in a size thatexceeds the dimensions of the paper by 3 mm (0.12 in) on each side. Note • Not all page sizes are available. • Even if you prepare original...

Printing at full size Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example.If you use an A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spacer for Borderless Printing on theRoll Holder. (→P.136)If you do...

Printing at full size Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print borderlessly at actual size based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: 10 × 12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm)-Borderless • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll p...

Borderless Printing Borderless Printing Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size Take advantage of borderless printing to print documents such as posters (made up mainly of photos orimages) without a surrounding margin, or border. Borderless Printing In regular printing, a margin required by ...

Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before borderless printing to match the paper size, based on thefollowing example.If you use an A1 or A2 roll for borderless printing, insert the provided Spa...

Borderless Printing Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width Take advantage of borderless printing to print documents such as posters (made up mainly of photos orimages) without a surrounding margin, or border. Borderless Printing In regular printing, a margin required by the ...

Borderless Printing Scale to t Roll Paper Width Enlarge or reduce the original as a whole to match the roll paper width. Note • You can combine this function with rotating pages 90 degrees before printing so that the original width (relative to portrait orientation) matches the roll paper width in ...

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing banners or at other non-standardsizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing) You can create vertical or horizontal banners by printing originals that are in banner format on rolls.Originals created in Microsoft Word or...

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) This topic describes how to print a banner about ve times as long as the roll width based on the following example. • Document: A horizontal banner created in Microsoft Word • Pa...

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 10. Close the printer driver dialog box. Note • You can also specify a Custom Size as the paper size. Note that Custom Size settings are not available after you exit the application.For more information, see “Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windo...

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print a banner about ve times as long as the roll width based on the following example. • Document: An original designed for a horizontal banner • Pa...

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 9. In the C Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click "100*500", the size you registered. 10. In D Orientation , click the icon of the document in landscape orientation. 11. Click F OK to close the dialog box. Print t...

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes By specifying the paper size, you can print on non-standard sizes of paper.There are two ways to print on non-standard paper sizes, as follows. Registering non-standard paper size in the printer driver After you reg...

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows) This topic describes two ways to print on non-standard paper sizes. • Printing by using Custom Size (→P.275) • Printing by using Custom Paper Size (→P.276) Printing by using Custom Size This section descri...

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 8. Click Manual in the L Paper Source list. 9. Click Custom Size in the A Page Size list to display the Custom Size Settings dialog box. 10. Complete the following settings in the Custom Size...

Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other By arranging originals from word-processing or spreadsheet programs or web browser screen shots next toeach other on single sheets, you can create highly expressive presentation mat...

Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) This topic describes how to arrange multiple originals using the Free Layout function. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialo...

Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to use the Free Layout function to arrange multiple originals next to each other before printing. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Click PDF and select Canon imagePROGRAF...

Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Continuously You can print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. Roll paper (banner) Important • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. • During banner pri...

Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Windows) This topic describes how to print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. Important • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. • During ...

Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. Important • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. • During...

Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet To conserve paper, you can print several pages of the original on a single sheet by reducing the originaland dividing the sheet into areas for each page. Page Layout Specify a number of pages of the original to print on a single s...

Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows) This topic describes how to print four pages of originals together on a single sheet based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A3 (297.0×420.0 mm [11.7×16.5 in]) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain ...

Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print four pages of originals together on a single sheet based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: P...

Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Posters in Sections You can enlarge an original to print it in sections on several sheets. By assembling the printed sheets, youcan create a poster larger than the maximum supported paper size of the printer. Page Layout Choose poster printing.For instruc...

Centering originals Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls When using originals smaller than the roll paper width, you can center them relative to the width when printing. Print Centered Aligns the center of the original with the center of the roll, relative to the width. For instr...

Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows) This topic describes how to center originals before printing on rolls based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll width: ...

Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to center originals before printing on rolls based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper w...

Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Sheets When you print originals that are smaller than the sheet size, the originals are arranged in the upper left cornerof the sheet. If you prefer, you can print originals that were arranged this way centered on the sheet instead. Print Centered A...

Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Windows) This topic describes how to reduce an original 50 0.000000or printing centered on a sheet. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Sheets ( Manual ) • Paper Type: Plain Paper • Paper siz...

Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to center originals for printing on sheets, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4/Letter • Paper: Sheets • Paper type: Plain Paper • Paper size: Non-standard 1. Choose Page Se...

Conserving roll paper Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees You can conserve roll paper by specifying particular settings as suitable for your original. Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) When originals are printed in portrait orientation, the original is ...

Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins You can conserve roll paper by specifying particular settings as suitable for your original. No Spaces at Top or Bottom (Conserve Paper) You can print without feeding the paper for blank portions of orig...

Checking Images Before Printing Checking Images Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing You can check the print layout on the preview screen. Open Preview When Print Job Starts (Windows) While viewing the preview screen, you can also adjust orientation or other settings, and...

Checking Images Before Printing Checking the Layout Before Printing (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to check the layout before printing using the Preview function. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Click PDF and select Canon imagePROGRAF Preview . 3. The Canon imagePROGRAF Preview wind...

Other useful settings Other useful settings Printing With Watermarks You can add watermarks (background images) to documents that require special handling. Watermark Watermarks are applied to all pages of your document. Important • Watermarks are not printed if you select poster as the type of page ...

Other useful settings Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation You can specify the original orientation to match the orientation of the paper for printing. Orientation Paper is usually loaded in the printer in portrait orientation. When you have an original in landscapeorientation...

Other useful settings Using Favorites You can register print settings as Favorites to reuse settings from a particular job that met your expectations, or settings for a particular page size that you will use repeatedly. Favorites Registering a favorite for later use. You can choose the settings you ...

Other useful settings Using Favorites (Windows) This topic describes how to register favorites and print using favorite settings. Registering a favorite Follow the steps below to save the current print settings as a favorite. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dial...

Other useful settings Printing using the favorite Follow the steps below to print using the favorite you have registered. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.356) 3. Click the Favorites tab to display t...

Other useful settings Cutting Roll Paper After Printing Roll paper can be automatically cut after printing. Note • It may not be possible to cut certain types of paper, such as adhesive paper. For details on types of paper that cannot be used with the auto cut feature, see the Paper Reference Guide....

Other useful settings Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Windows) This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically after printing (using the auto cut function), as well ashow to print a cut line for manual cutting. Note • The auto cut function is activated on the printer by default and when ...

Other useful settings Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically (using the auto cut function) after printing, as well as howto print a cut line to cut the paper manually. Note • The auto cut function is activated on the printer by factory d...

Printer Driver Windows Software Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings (Windows) For instructions on accessing the Windows printer driver, refer to the following topics. • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows) (→P.356) • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the ...

Printer Driver Conrming Print Settings (Windows) There are two ways to conrm the print settings, as follows. • Checking a preview of the settings (→P.350) • Checking a print preview (→P.351) Checking a preview of the settings A preview of the settings is displayed on the left side of the Main , Pa...

Printer Driver Checking a print preview You can check an image of the original just as it will be printed.When you activate this feature, imagePROGRAF Preview or PageComposer is started before printing.Conrming how documents will be printed this way helps prevent printing errors.For details on prin...

Printer Driver Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows) 1. Choose Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. 2. Select the printer, and then display the printer driver dialog box. Note • The dialog box for specifying printing conditions var...

Printer Driver Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu (Windows) 1. Click start > Printers and Faxes (or Printers ). 2. Select the printer, and then display the printer properties dialog box. 3. Click Printing Preferences to display the Printing Preferences dialog b...

Printer Driver Main Sheet (Windows) The following settings are available on the Main sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help le. Note • On the Main sheet, choose Easy Settings to specify basic print settings based on the particular printing application, or switch to A...

Printer Driver Setting Item Description M Status Monitor Click to start imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, which enables you to conrmthe status of the printer and print jobs.You can also set up email notication if printer errors occur by completingthe Email Notice settings. For details, refer to the Sta...

Printer Driver Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box (Windows) On the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, you can obtain information on the paper in the printer and congure printer driver settings for the paper source and media type. Note • To display the Paper Information on Printer dialog ...

Printer Driver Media Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Windows) The Paper Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • To display the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main sheet, click Settings by Media Type...

Printer Driver View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application (Windows) In the View Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application. Note • To display the View Settings dialog box, on the Main sheet, click View Settings by Print Target . (→P.360) Setting Item D...

Printer Driver Setting Item Description K Object Adjustment Select this option to display the Object Adjustment dialog box, in which you can specify objects subject to color adjustment. S Defaults Click to restore all settings on the sheet to the default values. Note • For details on settings items,...

Printer Driver Matching Sheet (Windows) On the Matching sheet, you can specify color matching to compensate for differences in the appearance of colors on various devices. Driver Matching Mode The following options are available when you select Driver Matching Mode in the Matching Mode list. Note • ...

Printer Driver ICC Matching Mode, Driver ICM Mode and Host ICM Mode On the Matching sheet, you can specify color matching to compensate for differences in the appearance of colors on various devices. The following options are available when you select ICC Matching Mode , Driver ICM Mode , or Host IC...

Status Monitor Status Monitor imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) imagePROGRAF Status Monitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs.Two screens are available in imagePROGRAF Status Monitor : “Printer List” shows a list of printers, and“Status Monitor” shows details f...

Digital Photo Front-Access Digital Photo Front-Access Digital Photo Front-Access Digital Photo Front-Access is an application that links photos from Canon digital cameras and other imageles on your computer with various other applications. • Simply select an image and click the icon of the applicat...

PosterArtist PosterArtist Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals You can print a variety of source documents from word-processing or spreadsheet programs or screen shotsfrom web browsers after composing an original with them using PosterArtist. Important • PosterArtist (sold separately) must be ins...

PosterArtist Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals (Windows) This topic describes how to use PosterArtist to compose originals from multiple applications, creating a posterlayout for printing. Important • PosterArtist (sold separately) must be installed to use this function. 1. Choose Print in the...

Device Setup Utility Device Setup Utility imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility is a utility to establish communication between the printer andyour computer by completing relevant settings. After the printer is installed, for example, you can useimagePROGRAF Device Setu...

Printer Driver Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box (Mac OS X) On the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, you can obtain information on the paper in the printer and congure printer driver media type setting. Note • To display the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, on the Main pane, cl...

Printer Driver Media Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS X) The Paper Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • To display the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main pane, click Settings by Media Type...

Printer Driver Color Settings Pane: Color (Mac OS X) In general, make any needed adjustments to the color of documents in the application used to create them.However, if the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can also adjust the color in the printer driver. Color Adjustment pane: colo...

Printer Driver Note • For details on settings items, see “Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver”. (→P.185) Matching pane On the Matching pane, you can specify color matching, to compensate for differences in the appearance of colors on various devices. Note • To display the Matching pane, on the...

Printer Driver Color Settings Pane: Monochrome (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Color Settings pane for monochrome printing. Color Adjustment pane: monochrome On the Color Adjustment pane for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. Note • To display the...

Printmonitor Printmonitor imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh) imagePROGRAF Printmonitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs. • Printer status can be checked in real time on a computer monitor. • You can check the status of print jobs, cancel jobs, and manage them a...

Network Setting Network Setting Network Setting Network Environment System requirements The system requirements, which vary depending on your network, are as follows. • Printing over a TCP/IP network • Compatible operating systems • Windows 2000 (Professional or Server) • Windows XP (Home Edition or...

Network Setting Network environment After conrming what type of network environment you will connect the printer to, set up the printer andcomputers as needed. • Example of a Windows network In Windows networks, print over TCP/IP. Note • NetBIOS is not supported. • Example of a Macintosh network In...

Network Setting Conguring the IP Address on the Printer You must congure the printer’s IP address before using the printer in a TCP/IP network.The printer’s IP address is congured automatically when you install the printer driver following the instructionsin the Quick Start Guide.Congure the IP ...

Network Setting Using RemoteUI Enter the printer’s IP address in a web browser to display the RemoteUI page. After you log on to RemoteUI fromthe page, you can check and change the status of the printer and print jobs, and congure network settings. To access RemoteUI, start the web browser and ente...

Network Setting Conguring the Printer’s TCP/IP Network Settings Follow the steps below to congure the TCP/IP network settings. 1. Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address ) box to display the RemoteUI page. http://“printer IP address or name”/ Example: http://x...

Network Setting Conguring the Printer’s AppleTalk Network Settings Follow the steps below to congure the AppleTalk network settings. 1. Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address ) box to display the RemoteUI page. http://“printer IP address or name”/ Example: ht...

Network Setting Conguring the Printer’s NetWare Network Settings Follow the steps below to congure the NetWare network settings. 1. Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address ) box to display the RemoteUI page. http://“printer IP address or name”/ Example: http:/...

Network Setting Specifying Printer-Related Information Follow the steps below to specify device information and security settings. 1. Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address ) box to display the RemoteUI page. http://“printer IP address or name”/ Example: http:/...

Network Setting Conguring the Communication Mode Manually This topic gives instructions for conguring the communication mode manually. 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup , and then press ► . 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Ethernet Driver , and then...

Network Setting Email Notication When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur The printer can notify you of the printer status by email. Even when you are away from the printer, you canknow when printing is nished or if errors occur. Receive notication via email on your mobile phone orat your comput...

Network Setting Initializing the Network Settings Use RemoteUI to restore the network settings to the default values as follows. Important • Initializing the network settings will also restore the default value of the printer’s IP address. As a result, the RemoteUI page cannot be displayed in the we...

Network Setting (Windows) Network Setting (Windows) Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (Windows) This topic describes how to specify the printer driver destination if the printer’s IP address is changed, or if youwill use the printer over a network connection instead of via USB connection.The...

Network Setting (Windows) Sharing the Printer in Windows If you set up a computer as a print server in Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, WindowsVista, or Windows Server 2008, the computer can receive print jobs sent from other computers (clients)connected to it for printing. This topic ...

Network Setting (Windows) Specifying the Printer’s Frame Type To enable communication between the printer and computers on your network, specify the Ethernet frametype in your NetWare environment.Follow the steps below to specify the frame type by using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility or theprinte...

Network Setting (Windows) Specifying the frame type using the printer Control Panel 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup , and then press the ► button. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select NetWare , and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select NetW...

Network Setting (Windows) Specifying NetWare Print Services Before printing in a NetWare network, you must congure print services such as print servers, print queues,and so on. You can congure the print service settings from a computer using any of the following software. • NWADMIN • PCONSOLE (fro...

Network Setting (Windows) Using NWADMIN or PCONSOLE to set up the print server Use NWADMIN to set up the print server if NDS queue server mode or remote printer mode is used. 1. Log into NetWare as Administrator or with equivalent rights, and then start NWADMIN. 2. Run Quick Setup. 1. Choose Print S...

Network Setting (Windows) Specifying NetWare Protocols Follow the steps below to congure NetWare protocol settings other than the frame type by using RemoteUI. Note • For details on RemoteUI, see “Using RemoteUI”. (→P.421) 1. Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Add...

Network Setting (Windows) Conguring NetWare Network Settings To print over a NetWare network, congure the network environment as follows. Important • To congure network settings, you must be logged in with administrative rights such as “Administrator” account. We recommend that your network admin...

Network Setting (Windows) Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility Install imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the User Software CD-ROM provided with the printeras follows: Important • In Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Server 2003/Windows Vista, you must log on with administrative rights equ...

Network Setting (Mac OS X) Network Setting (Mac OS X) Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (Macintosh) Specify the printer driver destination as follows if the printer’s IP address is changed, or if you will use theprinter over a network connection instead of via USB connection. • If you switch...

Network Setting (Mac OS X) Conguring the Destination for AppleTalk Network (Macintosh) To print over an AppleTalk network, activate the AppleTalk protocol and congure the destination as follows. Activating AppleTalk on the printer Important • By factory default, the AppleTalk protocol is disabled ...

Network Setting (Mac OS X) Conguring the Destination for TCP/IP Network (Macintosh) Follow the steps below to congure the destination if you will use the printer in a TCP/IP network. Important • If you will use the printer in a TCP/IP network, make sure the printer’s IP address is congured correc...

Network Setting (Mac OS X) Conguring the Destination for Bonjour Network (Macintosh) In Mac OS X 10.2.8 and later, use Bonjour functions to easily connect the printer to the network. Follow thesteps below to congure the destination if you use the printer on TCP/IP network. Important • Bonjour and ...

Adjusting the Printhead Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the Printhead Correcting Print Misalignment If printed vertical lines are warped or colors are out of alignment, adjust the Printhead alignment. Adjust thePrinthead alignment automatically or manually by using a printed test patt...

Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead Alignment Manually If printed vertical lines are warped or colors are out of alignment, adjust the Printhead alignment. Adjust thePrinthead alignment automatically or manually by using a printed test pattern.You can adjust the Printhead alignment autom...

Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead Height If printed documents rub against the printer during printing or if the edge of paper is wrinkled from rubbing, itmay help to raise the Printhead.If image edges are blurred, it may help to lower the Printhead. 1. Press the Menu button to display ...

Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Feed Amount Automatically If printed images are affected by banding in different colors, adjust the amount that paper is fed. There aretwo modes for adjusting the amount paper is fed, Standard Adj. and Advanced Adj. . Advanced Adj. of...

Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the feed amount during printing If, during printing, the contrast is uneven sideways across the paper or banding in different colors appearsevery 40 mm (1.6 in) or so, try adjusting the feed amount as follows. However, note that because printing ispaused, colors m...

Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Feed Amount Manually If printed images are affected by banding in different colors, adjust the amount that paper is fed.This topic describes how to adjust the feed amount manually.When using highly transparent media for which automatic adjustment is not suppor...

Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Measurement Scale for Better Accuracy To adjust the measurement scale and ensure accuracy (so that lines in CAD drawings are printed at exactlythe right length, for example), specify the amount of paper stretching or shrinkage when adjusting the feedamount. No...

Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting Color on the Trailing Edge of Sheets If printed sheets are affected by banding in different colors toward the end of the sheet (about 20-30 mm fromthe edge), try adjusting the feed amount of the trailing edge of sheets. Note • If printed documents (including docum...

Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Vacuum Strength When printing on heavyweight paper or paper that curls or wrinkles easily, if paper rubs against the printer orthe edge is wrinkled from rubbing, adjusting the level of suction against paper on the Platen may improveresults. 1. Press the Menu b...

Ink Tanks Maintenance Ink Tanks Ink Tanks An Ink Tank that can be used in the printer is labeled with a white letter “A” in a black circle on the side. Whenpurchasing Ink Tank, make sure an “A” is printed on the label, along with the following Ink Tank part numbers. • BK Ink Tank PFI-102BK • MBK Ink...

Ink Tanks Replacing Ink Tanks Compatible Ink Tank An Ink Tank that can be used in the printer is labeled with a white letter “A” in a black circle on the side.Request an Ink Tank with the same label when you purchase a new Ink Tank. For more information, see“Ink Tanks”. (→P.469) Precautions when han...

Ink Tanks Replacing an Ink Tank 1. Make sure no print jobs are in progress. You can replace Ink Tank if the Display Screen indicates the printer is Online or Ofine , or if messages advise you to check the amount of ink left or replace the Ink Tank. If a message prompts you to replace the Ink Tank, ...

Ink Tanks Checking Ink Tank Levels On the Display Screen, you can check how much ink is left in the Ink Tank. The Display Screen indicates the remaining ink levels, unless a message is displayed. During messages, press the Information button to view the ink levels on the Display Screen. These levels...

Ink Tanks When to Replace Ink Tanks Replace or prepare to replace Ink Tank in the following situations. If a message for checking the ink is shown on the Display Screen When there is little ink left, the Message lamp is lit and Ink Level: Check is shown on the Display Screen. You can continue to pri...

Printheads Printheads Printhead • Printhead PF-03 Note • For instructions on replacing the Printhead, see “Replacing the Printhead”. (→P.481) Checking the Print Quality If printing is faint or streaked in different colors, make sure the Printhead nozzles are clear by printing a testpattern to check ...

Printheads Checking for Nozzle Clogging If printing is faint or streaked in different colors, make sure the Printhead nozzles are clear by printing a testpattern to check the nozzles. Note • You can specify a number of pages in the printer’s Noz. Check Freq. menu for automatic nozzle checking every ...

Printheads Cleaning the Printhead Cleaning the Printhead may help clear nozzles that are clogged. Note • You can specify a number of pages in the printer’s Noz. Check Freq. menu for automatic nozzle checking and cleaning every time you nish printing that quantity. (→P.55) • You can start Head Clean...

Printheads Replacing the Printhead When to replace the Printhead Replace the Printhead in the following situations. • If the printing quality does not improve even after two cycles of Head Cleaning B from the printer menu • If the Display Screen indicates Open top cover and replace the printhead. • ...

Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge • Maintenance Cartridge MC-16 Note • For instructions on replacing the Maintenance Cartridge, see “Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge”. (→P.487) Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge Compatible Maintenance Cartridge For information on ...

Maintenance Cartridge Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity The Maintenance Cartridge absorbs excess ink from borderless printing, printhead cleaning, and otherprocesses. You can conrm the remaining capacity of the Maintenance Cartridge by checking theMaintenance Cartridge capacity ...

Maintenance Cartridge When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge Replace or prepare to replace the Maintenance Cartridge in the following situations. If a message for checking the Maintenance Cartridge is shown onthe Display Screen When the Maintenance Cartridge capacity is low, the Message lamp is l...

Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Exterior Clean the printer regularly to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems.About once a month, clean the printer exterior. 1. Turn the printer off. (→P.27) 2. Unplug the power cord from the outlet. Caution • Alway...

Cleaning the Printer Cleaning Inside the Top Cover Clean inside the Top Cover about once a month to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems.Also clean inside the Top Cover in the following situations to ensure optimal operation. • If the printed surface or the underside of paper i...

Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Paper Retainer Clean the Paper Retainer about once a month to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems.Also clean the Paper Retainer in the following situations to ensure the printer offers a comfortable workingenvironment. • If the printed surface...

Other Maintenance Other Maintenance Preparing to Transfer the Printer To protect the internal parts in transit, always follow the steps below before transferring the printer to a newlocation. Refer to the Quick Start Guide for details on packing the printer and installing it after transfer. Note • I...

Other Maintenance Updating the Firmware Update the printer rmware to take advantage of new and improved printer functions. Conrming the rmware version 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU . 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Information , and then press ► . 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select System Info ,...

Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions This section presents frequently asked questions and answers. To view more detailed explanations, click thehyperlinks in the answer column. Question Answer How do I print on a roll? When printing on roll...

Problems Regarding Paper Problems Regarding Paper Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot) Follow these steps to remove any scraps left in the Paper Feed Slot after you clear jammed sheets orroll paper. 1. Press the Feeder Selection button to activate the Cut Sheet lamp . 2. Press the Load/Eject butt...

Printing does not start Printing does not start The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up Cause Corrective Action The printer is not on. Make sure the power cord is securely plugged in, all the way. Press the Power button to turn the printer on. In Windows, select the printer by clicking ...

The printer stops during a print job The printer stops during a print job An error message is shown on the Display Screen Status Corrective Action An error message is displayed during printing. Check the error message and take action asnecessary.(→P.536) The last portion of roll paper was used durin...

Problems with the printing quality Problems with the printing quality Printing is faint Cause Corrective Action You may be printing on the wrong side of the paper. Print on the printing surface. The Printhead nozzles are clogged. Print a test pattern to check the nozzles and see ifthey are clogged.(...

Problems with the printing quality Paper rubs against the Printhead Cause Corrective Action Make sure the same type of paper is specied on theprinter as in the printer driver.(→P.110)(→P.142) The paper type as specied in the printer driver doesnot match the type loaded in the printer. (*1) Make su...

Problems with the printing quality The edges of the paper are dirty Cause Corrective Action The Platen has become dirty after borderless printingor printing on small paper. Open the Top Cover and clean the Platen.(→P.495) Make sure the same paper type is specied on theprinter as in the printer driv...

Problems with the printing quality The surface of the paper is dirty Cause Corrective Action The Paper Retainer is soiled. Clean the Paper Retainer.(→P.498) You are using a paper that does not dry easily. Specify a time of about a minute in Roll DryingTime . The back side of the paper is dirty Cause...

Problems with the printing quality Printed colors are inaccurate Cause Corrective Action Color adjustment has not been activated in the Advanced Settings of the printer driver. In the Advanced Settings of the printer driver, access Color Settings in Color Mode to adjust colors. Refer to the computer...

Problems with the printing quality Banding in different colors occurs Cause Corrective Action The roll is not loaded correctly in the Roll Feed Unit. Remove the roll and reload it.(→P.114) The paper feed amount is not adjusted correctly. Adjust the feed amount.(→P.458) Printing does not proceed smoo...

Problems with the printing quality Colors in printed images are uneven Cause Corrective Action Line Drawing/Text is selected when printing images in many solid colors. Specify Image in the printer driver. You are printing on paper that curls easily. Printed colors may appear uneven on the leadingedg...

Problems with the printing quality Image Edges are Blurred or White Banding Occurs Cause Corrective Action The Platen suction is too strong. Set VacuumStrngth to Weakest . (→P.468) The Printhead is set too high. Lower the Printhead.(→P.457) The contrast becomes uneven during printing Cause Correctiv...

Problems with the printing quality Line thickness is not uniform (Windows) Cause Corrective Action In the Special Settings dialog box of the Windows printer driver, Fast Graphic Process is selected. Open the printer driver’s Properties dialog box from Print in the application software’s File menu, a...

Cannot print over a network Cannot print over a network Cannot connect the printer to the network Cause Corrective Action The Ethernet cable is not connectedcorrectly to the printer’s Ethernet port. 1. Make sure the printer is connected to the network with the correct Ethernet cable, and then turn t...

Cannot print over a network Cannot print over a NetWare network Cause Corrective Action The printer’s NetWare settings are not conguredcorrectly. Make sure the printer’s NetWare settings arecongured correctly. In particular, make sure a validframe type is selected. For details, see “Conguringthe ...

Installation problems Installation problems The IEEE 1394 Driver Cannot Be Installed Correctly In Windows, the device interface driver may not be installed correctly in some cases if you connected theIEEE 1394 cable before installing the printer driver.If so, reinstall the IEEE 1394 device interface...

Installation problems Removing Installed Printer Drivers Follow these steps to remove installed printer drivers and utilities. Removing printer drivers (Windows) Remove the printer driver as follows. Note • In Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Server 2003/Windows Vista/Windows Server 2008, you must lo...

HP-GL/2 problems HP-GL/2 printing takes a long time. Cause Corrective Action Large print jobs with a lot of data take longer to print. On the printer Control Panel, set Input Resolution to 300dpi . (→P.55) Replotting with HP-GL/2 jobs is not possible. Cause Corrective Action The data was lost becaus...

Other problems Other problems The printer does not go on Cause Corrective Action The printer is unplugged. Plug the power cord into the outlet, and then turn onthe printer. The specied voltage is not supplied. Check the voltage of the outlet and breaker.(→P.76) If the Printer Makes a Strange Sound ...

Other problems Ink Level Detection Ink level detection will be deactivated if you load ink tanks once emptied. Ink level detection Ink tanks specied for this printer feature an ink level detection function to prevent the ink from running outduring printing, which prevents printer damage. (→P.469)Th...

Responding to Messages Error Message Responding to Messages Responding to Messages Error messages Check the message and take the appropriate action. (→P.536) Other Messages These messages do not prevent printer operation. Check the information on the Display Screen and takeaction as necessary. Messa...

Responding to Messages Error Messages Error messages Check the message and take the appropriate action. • Borderless printng not possible. (→P.545) • Cannot adjust band. (→P.548) • Cannot adjust printhead. (→P.548) • Cannot cut paper. (→P.544) • Cannot detect papr (→P.543) • Cannot feed paper. (→P.5...

Responding to Messages • The roll is empty. (→P.541) • This paper cannot be used. (→P.540) • This type of paper is not compatible with HP-GL/2. (→P.552) • Top cover is open. (→P.554) • Unknown le. (→P.554) • Use another paper. (→P.548) • Wrong paper feed slot for this paper type. (→P.542) Other Mes...

Messages regarding paper Messages regarding paper Paper Mismatch Cause Corrective Action You printed a test pattern for printer adjustment onseveral sheets, but sheets of different types or sizesof paper were used. When printing a test pattern, use sheets of the sametype and size of paper. Papr Type...

Messages regarding paper Papr Size Mismatch Cause Corrective Action If you have selected Fit Roll Paper Width in the printer driver settings and Warning in Detect Mismatch in the printer menu: Printing resumes after the warningmessage is displayed. However,note that this error may causepaper jams an...

Messages regarding paper Insufcient paper for job Cause Corrective Action Follow the steps below to replace the roll. 1. Remove the roll.(→P.117)(→P.118)(→P.119) 2. Load a roll with enough paper left.(→P.112)(→P.114)(→P.115) 3. If no barcode was printed on the roll, specify the paper type.(→P.110) ...

Messages regarding paper Roll printing is selected, but sheets are loaded. Cause Corrective Action Press the OK button and remove the sheet. (→P.150)Load a roll and try printing again.(→P.115) A print job for rolls was received when a sheet isloaded. Hold down the Stop button for a second or more to...

Messages regarding paper Sheet printing is selected. Cause Corrective Action Load a sheet and try printing again. You have attempted to print a test print sheet or otherprinter status information on a sheet, but no sheetis loaded. To print on a roll instead, hold the Stop button for more than a seco...

Messages regarding paper Paper jam. Cause Corrective Action A paper jam occurred in the printer during printing. Press the Load/Eject button and remove the jammed paper.(→P.120)(→P.152) You have loaded and printed on a roll when sheetsare selected as the paper source on the ControlPanel. Press the L...

Messages regarding paper Borderless printng not possible. Check roll width and spacers. Cause Corrective Action Insert the paper and Spacer for Borderless Printingrmly all the way into the printer. When using A1 or A2 rolls, attach the Spacer forBorderless Printing before loading the roll.(→P.136) ...

Messages regarding ink Messages regarding ink Ink insufcient. Cause Corrective Action The ink level is low, so you cannot clean thePrinthead. Press the OK button and replace the Ink Tank that is low with a new Ink Tank.(→P.470) The ink level is low, so there may not be enough inkto nish printing. ...

Messages regarding ink Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected. Cause Corrective Action Ink level detection cannot work correctly if you userell ink tanks. The rell ink tank can no longer be used. See thesection “Ink level detection” and take the appropriateaction.(→P.533) Ink Leve...

Messages regarding printing or adjusment Messages regarding printing or adjusment Use another paper. Cause Corrective Action For automatic Printhead adjustment, we recommendusing a type of paper that you often use, other thanlm.(→P.453) The Printhead and feed amount cannot be adjustedwhen highly tr...

Messages regarding printheads Messages regarding printheads Cannot adjust printhead. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead nozzles are clogged. Follow the steps below to check the nozzles. 1. Print a test pattern to check the nozzles.(→P.479) 2. Clean the Printhead if the nozzles are clogged.(→P.480...

Messages regarding printheads Printhead error Cause Corrective Action An incompatible Printhead has been installed. Install a Printhead specied for use with the printer.(→P.481) Open the Top Cover. If the Carriage is over thePlaten, replace the Printhead with a new one.(→P.481) There is a problem w...

Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge No maintenance cartridge. Cause Corrective Action The Maintenance Cartridge is not installed. Install the Maintenance Cartridge.(→P.487) Prepare for maint cart replacement. Cause Corrective Action The Maintenan...

Messages regarding HP-GL/2 Messages regarding HP-GL/2 This type of paper is not compatible with HP-GL/2. Cause Corrective Action Replace the paper with a type compatible withHP-GL/2. For details on paper compatible withHP-GL/2, refer to the Paper Reference Guide.(→P.101) The printer has received a H...

Other Messages Top cover is open. Cause Corrective Action Open the Top Cover fully, remove any foreign objects,and close the Top Cover again. The printer has detected that the Top Cover is open. If the error occurs again, turn off the printer and waita while before restoring power. Prepare for parts...

Index Index 555 Index A About This User Manual .............................................1 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS X) ........................................399 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows) ............................