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... Safety Precautions Options and Supplies Getting Ready to Print Printer Parts and Their Functions Turning the Printer On and Off Using a USB Connection Setting Up and Using a Wireless Connection Paper Handling Paper and Other Print Media Loading Paper in the Printer Maintaining the ...Printer Using the Battery Pack Printing a Nozzle Check Pattern Cleaning the Print Head Using the Low-Ink Alert Maintaining BJ Cartridges and BJ Tanks Replacing ...
... Safety Precautions Options and Supplies Getting Ready to Print Printer Parts and Their Functions Turning the Printer On and Off Using a USB Connection Setting Up and Using a Wireless Connection Paper Handling Paper and Other Print Media Loading Paper in the Printer Maintaining the ...Printer Using the Battery Pack Printing a Nozzle Check Pattern Cleaning the Print Head Using the Low-Ink Alert Maintaining BJ Cartridges and BJ Tanks Replacing ...
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Changing or Replacing a BJ Cartridge Cleaning the Printer Transporting the Printer Printing With Windows 98 or Windows CE Printer Driver Basics Getting Ready to Print Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box Selecting the Print Mode Changing the Page Size Using Online Help Windows Printer Driver Features...Background Monitor Using the BJ Backgrounder Using the BJ Printer Status Monitor Printing With Windows 2000 Printer Driver Basics Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box Setting Up the Printer Driver Using the Print Advisor Using the Tabs Using Online Help Closing the Printer Properties ...
Changing or Replacing a BJ Cartridge Cleaning the Printer Transporting the Printer Printing With Windows 98 or Windows CE Printer Driver Basics Getting Ready to Print Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box Selecting the Print Mode Changing the Page Size Using Online Help Windows Printer Driver Features...Background Monitor Using the BJ Backgrounder Using the BJ Printer Status Monitor Printing With Windows 2000 Printer Driver Basics Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box Setting Up the Printer Driver Using the Print Advisor Using the Tabs Using Online Help Closing the Printer Properties ...
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...Driver Using Balloon Help Macintosh Printer Driver Features Using the BJ Print Monitor Uninstalling the Macintosh Printer Driver Troubleshooting Error Messages Problems and Solutions Before You Call For Service Getting Help From Canon Servicing the Printer Specifications Printer Specifications ...BJ Cartridges Paper Specifications Printing Area Using the Optional IS-12 Color Image Scanner Cartridge Using the Scanner...
...Driver Using Balloon Help Macintosh Printer Driver Features Using the BJ Print Monitor Uninstalling the Macintosh Printer Driver Troubleshooting Error Messages Problems and Solutions Before You Call For Service Getting Help From Canon Servicing the Printer Specifications Printer Specifications ...BJ Cartridges Paper Specifications Printing Area Using the Optional IS-12 Color Image Scanner Cartridge Using the Scanner...
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and other product and brand names are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. ENERGY STAR® COMPLIANT As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Canon U.S.A., Inc. Introduction 10 Print Planet is a service mark of Canon Inc. All other countries. Mac and the Mac logo are trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Trademarks Canon, BCI, BJ, BJC and Bubble Jet are trademarks, and SelectExchange is a service mark of Canon Computer Systems, Inc.
and other product and brand names are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. ENERGY STAR® COMPLIANT As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Canon U.S.A., Inc. Introduction 10 Print Planet is a service mark of Canon Inc. All other countries. Mac and the Mac logo are trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Trademarks Canon, BCI, BJ, BJC and Bubble Jet are trademarks, and SelectExchange is a service mark of Canon Computer Systems, Inc.
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... There are high voltage points inside the printer, do not open the cover and insert your fingers into the printer while the printer is printing.
... There are high voltage points inside the printer, do not open the cover and insert your fingers into the printer while the printer is printing.
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...not place any other battery could cause the printer to the printer from the power outlet. Introduction 19 If any object falls into it is printing, press the POWER button to turn it off then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Stop using the printer and call the... Canon Customer Care Center. Getting Help From Canon I Battery Pack Use only the Canon LB-50 Li-Ion Battery provided with this printer. Safety Precautions To avoid damage to overheat and cause smoke...
...not place any other battery could cause the printer to the printer from the power outlet. Introduction 19 If any object falls into it is printing, press the POWER button to turn it off then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Stop using the printer and call the... Canon Customer Care Center. Getting Help From Canon I Battery Pack Use only the Canon LB-50 Li-Ion Battery provided with this printer. Safety Precautions To avoid damage to overheat and cause smoke...
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... it in your travel destination, always use or store the printer on end or positioned at surface. Use the printer in a clean location that is printing. Safety Precautions Do not carry the printer in a briefcase or handbag with it standing on a flat an odd angle. To avoid damaging delicate cable...
... it in your travel destination, always use or store the printer on end or positioned at surface. Use the printer in a clean location that is printing. Safety Precautions Do not carry the printer in a briefcase or handbag with it standing on a flat an odd angle. To avoid damaging delicate cable...
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...canon.com. Options Item ASF-50 Auto Sheet Feeder IS-12 Color Image Scanner Cartridge SB-10 Ink Cartridge Storage Box LB-50 Li-Ion Battery Comments Easily attaches to front of printer and allows you to stack paper for printing... BCI-12 Photo Color BJ Tank BCI-12 Photo Black BJ Tank Comments Monochrome printing Black ink for BC-10 Black BJ Cartridge Color printing Color ink for BC-11e Color BJ Cartridge Black ink for BC-11e Color ...BJ Cartridge Photographic printing Color ink for the BC-12e Photo BJ Cartridge Black ink for use with this...
...canon.com. Options Item ASF-50 Auto Sheet Feeder IS-12 Color Image Scanner Cartridge SB-10 Ink Cartridge Storage Box LB-50 Li-Ion Battery Comments Easily attaches to front of printer and allows you to stack paper for printing... BCI-12 Photo Color BJ Tank BCI-12 Photo Black BJ Tank Comments Monochrome printing Black ink for BC-10 Black BJ Cartridge Color printing Color ink for BC-11e Color BJ Cartridge Black ink for BC-11e Color ...BJ Cartridge Photographic printing Color ink for the BC-12e Photo BJ Cartridge Black ink for use with this...
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Getting Ready to Print Printer Parts and Their Functions Turning the Printer On and Off Using a USB Connection Setting Up and Using a Wireless Connection Getting Ready to Print 26
Getting Ready to Print Printer Parts and Their Functions Turning the Printer On and Off Using a USB Connection Setting Up and Using a Wireless Connection Getting Ready to Print 26
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Front Cover Open to install or change the BJ cartridge. Paper Guide Adjusts to Print 27 Battery Pack Must be installed in printer at all times. Paper Feed Slot Insert sheets for the universal AC adapter plug. Operation Panel Operation ... on the printer during transport. I Front View Top Cover Open to install the battery pack or feed paper. Power Connector Provides the connection point for printing here. Getting Ready to the size of the printer and how they function.
Front Cover Open to install or change the BJ cartridge. Paper Guide Adjusts to Print 27 Battery Pack Must be installed in printer at all times. Paper Feed Slot Insert sheets for the universal AC adapter plug. Operation Panel Operation ... on the printer during transport. I Front View Top Cover Open to install the battery pack or feed paper. Power Connector Provides the connection point for printing here. Getting Ready to the size of the printer and how they function.
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Printer Parts and Their Functions I Back View USB Interface Connector Paper Output Slot Printed sheet exits here. IrDA Interface Port Provides a wireless connection between the printer and a computer equipped with an IrDA interface. Getting Ready to Print 28
Printer Parts and Their Functions I Back View USB Interface Connector Paper Output Slot Printed sheet exits here. IrDA Interface Port Provides a wireless connection between the printer and a computer equipped with an IrDA interface. Getting Ready to Print 28
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...; If you will not be ejected. CHARGE/ERROR light is on , or performing a maintenance procedure, such as cleaning the print head, changing a BJ cartridge, or printing a Nozzle Check Pattern. Printer Parts and Their Functions I Operation Panel CARTRIDGE Button Press to move the cartridge holder to the ...then release to cancel an error or warning. If the power cord is warming up after power on . RESUME Button Press to start print head cleaning. Flashing Printer is unplugged before you are finished. When no error exists, press once to become unusable. Turning the Printer...
...; If you will not be ejected. CHARGE/ERROR light is on , or performing a maintenance procedure, such as cleaning the print head, changing a BJ cartridge, or printing a Nozzle Check Pattern. Printer Parts and Their Functions I Operation Panel CARTRIDGE Button Press to move the cartridge holder to the ...then release to cancel an error or warning. If the power cord is warming up after power on . RESUME Button Press to start print head cleaning. Flashing Printer is unplugged before you are finished. When no error exists, press once to become unusable. Turning the Printer...
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... the last page of the Nozzle Check Pattern. The CHARGE/ERROR lights orange and the printer beeps three times to remind you are performing routine print head maintenance such as replacing a BJ tank, replacing a BJ Cartridge, changing the BJ cartridge, or replacing the BJ cartridge with the IS-...12 Color Image Scanner Cartridge. • During printing of a print job does not print. • While you to the printer and plugged into the power outlet, the CHARGE/ERROR light is on while the battery pack in...
... the last page of the Nozzle Check Pattern. The CHARGE/ERROR lights orange and the printer beeps three times to remind you are performing routine print head maintenance such as replacing a BJ tank, replacing a BJ Cartridge, changing the BJ cartridge, or replacing the BJ cartridge with the IS-...12 Color Image Scanner Cartridge. • During printing of a print job does not print. • While you to the printer and plugged into the power outlet, the CHARGE/ERROR light is on while the battery pack in...
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.... The printer has a Power Lock switch that allows you can use the POWER button to turn the printer on the printer while transporting it is printing. Otherwise, leave the Power Lock switch in the back position so you to lock the power switch. When the Power Lock switch is set to... the LOCK position (toward the front of the printer and caps itself (which protects the print head from accidentally turning on and off. Getting Ready to Print 31 3 Do not turn the printer on and off. Turning the Printer On and Off 1 Press the POWER button to...
.... The printer has a Power Lock switch that allows you can use the POWER button to turn the printer on the printer while transporting it is printing. Otherwise, leave the Power Lock switch in the back position so you to lock the power switch. When the Power Lock switch is set to... the LOCK position (toward the front of the printer and caps itself (which protects the print head from accidentally turning on and off. Getting Ready to Print 31 3 Do not turn the printer on and off. Turning the Printer On and Off 1 Press the POWER button to...
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Getting Ready to change the idle time interval. Use the Windows or Macintosh printer driver to turn this feature off the printer automatically if it is idle for 30 minutes. Turning the Printer On and Off 4 The printer has an energy saving Auto Power Off feature that powers off or to Print 32
Getting Ready to change the idle time interval. Use the Windows or Macintosh printer driver to turn this feature off the printer automatically if it is idle for 30 minutes. Turning the Printer On and Off 4 The printer has an energy saving Auto Power Off feature that powers off or to Print 32
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Getting Ready to avoid problems with the printer, do not disconnect the USB interface cable in the following situations: • During installation of the printer driver. • While the Windows or Macintosh Operating System is on the side of printer You can disconnect the USB interface cable from the computer or printer while the printer is starting up after turning the computer on. • During a print job. Using a USB Connection The connector for the USB interface cable is on . Front of printer USB interface connector Back of the printer. However, to Print 33
Getting Ready to avoid problems with the printer, do not disconnect the USB interface cable in the following situations: • During installation of the printer driver. • While the Windows or Macintosh Operating System is on the side of printer You can disconnect the USB interface cable from the computer or printer while the printer is starting up after turning the computer on. • During a print job. Using a USB Connection The connector for the USB interface cable is on . Front of printer USB interface connector Back of the printer. However, to Print 33
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... before disconnecting the USB interface cable. If you have more than one printer connected via USB, use an externally connected USB hub. Getting Ready to Print 34 Using a USB Connection Wait at least five seconds after turning on , always disconnect the USB interface cable from the computer.
... before disconnecting the USB interface cable. If you have more than one printer connected via USB, use an externally connected USB hub. Getting Ready to Print 34 Using a USB Connection Wait at least five seconds after turning on , always disconnect the USB interface cable from the computer.
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... to set up wireless data transmission between the printer and computer via the infrared ports on the computer, or an infrared transmission adapter connected to Print 35 Setting Up and Using a Wireless Connection If you have a computer with an infrared port for Infrared Data Transmission In order to use infrared data...
... to set up wireless data transmission between the printer and computer via the infrared ports on the computer, or an infrared transmission adapter connected to Print 35 Setting Up and Using a Wireless Connection If you have a computer with an infrared port for Infrared Data Transmission In order to use infrared data...
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If the Infrared Monitor icon is displayed, the required infrared transmission driver is displayed. Look at the Control Panel window and confirm that the Infrared Monitor icon is already installed. Getting Ready to your Windows documentation for instructions on installing the infrared driver. If the Infrared Monitor icon is not displayed, refer to Print 36 Setting Up and Using a Wireless Connection I Confirming That the Infrared Transmission Driver Has Been Installed 1 2 Click Start, select Settings, and click Control Panel to open the Control Panel Window.
If the Infrared Monitor icon is displayed, the required infrared transmission driver is displayed. Look at the Control Panel window and confirm that the Infrared Monitor icon is already installed. Getting Ready to your Windows documentation for instructions on installing the infrared driver. If the Infrared Monitor icon is not displayed, refer to Print 36 Setting Up and Using a Wireless Connection I Confirming That the Infrared Transmission Driver Has Been Installed 1 2 Click Start, select Settings, and click Control Panel to open the Control Panel Window.
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Front of printer Back of the printer. Getting Ready to Print 37 Setting Up and Using a Wireless Connection I Using Infrared Data Transmission The printer IrDA interface is on the side of printer IrDA interface Locate the IrDA interface on your computer. Note The IrDA interface ports must face one another and be approximately level, within a range of about 15 degrees left or right, approximately 15 degrees up or down and not more than 31.49 inches (80 cm) apart. Position the printer so the IrDA interface ports are facing one another .
Front of printer Back of the printer. Getting Ready to Print 37 Setting Up and Using a Wireless Connection I Using Infrared Data Transmission The printer IrDA interface is on the side of printer IrDA interface Locate the IrDA interface on your computer. Note The IrDA interface ports must face one another and be approximately level, within a range of about 15 degrees left or right, approximately 15 degrees up or down and not more than 31.49 inches (80 cm) apart. Position the printer so the IrDA interface ports are facing one another .