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...further information about extending your inquiries within 24 hours. 3. Internet - www.canonesp.com Canon CarePAK Extended Service Plan is our helpful tech support web site. In addition, the latest driver downloads, answers to frequently asked questions, product information, and "where to buy" instructions ...are subject to your Canon service and support, call (1-800-385-2155), or visit our Web site...
...further information about extending your inquiries within 24 hours. 3. Internet - www.canonesp.com Canon CarePAK Extended Service Plan is our helpful tech support web site. In addition, the latest driver downloads, answers to frequently asked questions, product information, and "where to buy" instructions ...are subject to your Canon service and support, call (1-800-385-2155), or visit our Web site...
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...Compliant Device 63 Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge Compliant Device 65 Printing Photographs Directly from a Canon Bubble Jet Direct Compatible Digital Camera 67 5 Printing Photographs from a Wireless Communication Device 70 ... 90 Keeping the Best Printing Results 93 When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors are Incorrect 94 Cleaning Your Machine 100 11 Troubleshooting 104 An Error ...Digital Camera 121 Cannot Print Properly through Wireless Communication 123 Cannot Install the MP Drivers 124 Cannot Connect to Computer Properly ...... 125 Problems Scanning 126 An Error ...
...Compliant Device 63 Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge Compliant Device 65 Printing Photographs Directly from a Canon Bubble Jet Direct Compatible Digital Camera 67 5 Printing Photographs from a Wireless Communication Device 70 ... 90 Keeping the Best Printing Results 93 When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors are Incorrect 94 Cleaning Your Machine 100 11 Troubleshooting 104 An Error ...Digital Camera 121 Cannot Print Properly through Wireless Communication 123 Cannot Install the MP Drivers 124 Cannot Connect to Computer Properly ...... 125 Problems Scanning 126 An Error ...
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...Setup Instructions, read this guide when starting to use . Refer to these guides as needed for full instructions on setting the printer driver. How to Use the Documentation Provided Easy Setup Instructions (Printed documentation) Be sure to read this guide for full instructions on ...and scanning. Scan Guide Refer to this guide for instructions on using various application software included on the Setup CD-ROM. 5 Printer Driver Guide Refer to this guide for use the machine. Photo Application Guide Refer to this guide for instructions on some of the more advanced...
...Setup Instructions, read this guide when starting to use . Refer to these guides as needed for full instructions on setting the printer driver. How to Use the Documentation Provided Easy Setup Instructions (Printed documentation) Be sure to read this guide for full instructions on ...and scanning. Scan Guide Refer to this guide for instructions on using various application software included on the Setup CD-ROM. 5 Printer Driver Guide Refer to this guide for use the machine. Photo Application Guide Refer to this guide for instructions on some of the more advanced...
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... Requirements Media Type Plain Paper Envelopes*2 Model*1 Paper Support Load Limit Auto Sheet Feeder Cassette - 0.52"/13 mm 0.52"/13 mm - 10 envelopes 5 envelopes Printer Driver Setting for [Media Type] [Plain Paper] [Envelope] High Resolution Paper HR-101N 80 sheets (A4, Letter) 80 sheets (A4, Letter) [High Resolution Paper] Super White...
... Requirements Media Type Plain Paper Envelopes*2 Model*1 Paper Support Load Limit Auto Sheet Feeder Cassette - 0.52"/13 mm 0.52"/13 mm - 10 envelopes 5 envelopes Printer Driver Setting for [Media Type] [Plain Paper] [Envelope] High Resolution Paper HR-101N 80 sheets (A4, Letter) 80 sheets (A4, Letter) [High Resolution Paper] Super White...
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... [Plain Paper] from a Mobile Phone" on your computer. *3 When loading a stack of printing media types, refer to purchase some Canon branded paper depending on page 70. For a detailed description of paper, the printed side may not be marked when it is...5" x 7" / 127.0 x 177.8 mm), 20 sheets (4" x 6" / 101.6 x 152.4 mm) 10 sheets (A4, Letter, 5" x 7" / 127.0 x 177.8 mm), 20 sheets (4" x 6" / 101.6 x 152.4 mm) Printer Driver Setting for [Media Type] [Photo Paper Plus Glossy] Photo Paper Plus Double Sided*2, *3 PP-101D 10 sheets (A4, Letter, 5" 10 sheets (A4, Letter, 5" [Photo Paper...
... [Plain Paper] from a Mobile Phone" on your computer. *3 When loading a stack of printing media types, refer to purchase some Canon branded paper depending on page 70. For a detailed description of paper, the printed side may not be marked when it is...5" x 7" / 127.0 x 177.8 mm), 20 sheets (4" x 6" / 101.6 x 152.4 mm) 10 sheets (A4, Letter, 5" x 7" / 127.0 x 177.8 mm), 20 sheets (4" x 6" / 101.6 x 152.4 mm) Printer Driver Setting for [Media Type] [Photo Paper Plus Glossy] Photo Paper Plus Double Sided*2, *3 PP-101D 10 sheets (A4, Letter, 5" 10 sheets (A4, Letter, 5" [Photo Paper...
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... same size and media type are loaded in the Cassette and Auto Sheet Feeder. To change the paper source, use this setting with the printer driver. Loading paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder is easy, and is always fed from the Cassette for each job. You can specify that Letter-sized... you print. Loading paper in the Cassette allows you to be used on various sizes or types of paper. Note For information on the printer driver settings, refer to and print on the Cassette. For example, you can also specify the type/size of paper to print without removing and reloading...
... same size and media type are loaded in the Cassette and Auto Sheet Feeder. To change the paper source, use this setting with the printer driver. Loading paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder is easy, and is always fed from the Cassette for each job. You can specify that Letter-sized... you print. Loading paper in the Cassette allows you to be used on various sizes or types of paper. Note For information on the printer driver settings, refer to and print on the Cassette. For example, you can also specify the type/size of paper to print without removing and reloading...
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... Support, then pull out the Paper Support Extension to support the paper. (2) Press the Open Button to Printer Driver Guide. 3 Load the paper. (1) Load the paper into the Auto Sheet Feeder with the printer driver. Note z Align the edges of the Paper Support. Note After printing, to put back the Paper Output...
... Support, then pull out the Paper Support Extension to support the paper. (2) Press the Open Button to Printer Driver Guide. 3 Load the paper. (1) Load the paper into the Auto Sheet Feeder with the printer driver. Note z Align the edges of the Paper Support. Note After printing, to put back the Paper Output...
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... the Paper Output Tray before the count reaches 50. z Loading Envelopes Use either [DL Env.] or [Comm. z Do not use general copy paper or Canon's Super White Paper SW201. Note z You can load up to 150 sheets of plain paper (64 gsm or 17 lb, 13 mm or 0.52 inches...is upside down when printing onto special envelopes, open the printer properties dialog box then select the [Rotate 180 degrees] check box on the printer driver settings, refer to match the direction of the Paper Support with your environment where the temperature and humidity are using. z If the print image ...
... the Paper Output Tray before the count reaches 50. z Loading Envelopes Use either [DL Env.] or [Comm. z Do not use general copy paper or Canon's Super White Paper SW201. Note z You can load up to 150 sheets of plain paper (64 gsm or 17 lb, 13 mm or 0.52 inches...is upside down when printing onto special envelopes, open the printer properties dialog box then select the [Rotate 180 degrees] check box on the printer driver settings, refer to match the direction of the Paper Support with your environment where the temperature and humidity are using. z If the print image ...
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... jams. 1 Load the paper into the Auto Sheet Feeder with the print side facing UP and align the Cover Guide on the printer driver settings, refer to the Printer Driver Guide. (A) 1 2 3 (B) Note z Fold the envelope flap shut (A). Important Ensure that the Cover Guide stands when you load paper in the Auto Sheet...
... jams. 1 Load the paper into the Auto Sheet Feeder with the print side facing UP and align the Cover Guide on the printer driver settings, refer to the Printer Driver Guide. (A) 1 2 3 (B) Note z Fold the envelope flap shut (A). Important Ensure that the Cover Guide stands when you load paper in the Auto Sheet...
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Loading paper in advance. 4 When performing copy direct printing without using genuine Canon photo media when printing photographs. When using the machine connected to a computer, select the page size of the printer driver settings, refer to "Printing with Windows" on page 75, or "Printing with its ...various printers, refer to use with Macintosh" on the specialty media Canon provides for use only the Cassette, check any usage restrictions ...
Loading paper in advance. 4 When performing copy direct printing without using genuine Canon photo media when printing photographs. When using the machine connected to a computer, select the page size of the printer driver settings, refer to "Printing with Windows" on page 75, or "Printing with its ...various printers, refer to use with Macintosh" on the specialty media Canon provides for use only the Cassette, check any usage restrictions ...
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... front edge of the Cassette will extend beyond the front of the machine. 6 Prepare the Paper Output Tray. (1) Press the Open Button to the Printer Driver Guide. 32 Before Printing Chapter 1 Note After printing, to put back the Paper Output Tray Extension, push it back while raising it a little. (3) Press [Feed...
... front edge of the Cassette will extend beyond the front of the machine. 6 Prepare the Paper Output Tray. (1) Press the Open Button to the Printer Driver Guide. 32 Before Printing Chapter 1 Note After printing, to put back the Paper Output Tray Extension, push it back while raising it a little. (3) Press [Feed...
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...shut (A). 3 Press [Feed Switch] so that the Cassette Lamp lights. 3 (B) Note Chapter 1 Printing direction (B). Env. #10] according to the Printer Driver Guide. 1 Align the envelope stack against the sides of the envelope when printing. Before Printing 33 z Loading Envelopes Use either [DL Env.] or [Comm.... For information on the printer driver settings, refer to the envelope size you are using. Important z Envelopes can be used only when printing from a computer. The ...
...shut (A). 3 Press [Feed Switch] so that the Cassette Lamp lights. 3 (B) Note Chapter 1 Printing direction (B). Env. #10] according to the Printer Driver Guide. 1 Align the envelope stack against the sides of the envelope when printing. Before Printing 33 z Loading Envelopes Use either [DL Env.] or [Comm.... For information on the printer driver settings, refer to the envelope size you are using. Important z Envelopes can be used only when printing from a computer. The ...
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... discoloration due to "Printing with Windows" on page 75, or "Printing with the print side facing DOWN. When using the machine connected to the Printer Driver Guide. z Loading 4" x 6" or 5" x 7"-Sized Paper in the Cassette Important z Do not leave photo paper, such as Photo Paper Pro... and have roller traces on the printer driver settings, refer to a computer, select the page size of the document. z You can cause paper jams. 1 Load the paper into the Cassette with Macintosh"...
... discoloration due to "Printing with Windows" on page 75, or "Printing with the print side facing DOWN. When using the machine connected to the Printer Driver Guide. z Loading 4" x 6" or 5" x 7"-Sized Paper in the Cassette Important z Do not leave photo paper, such as Photo Paper Pro... and have roller traces on the printer driver settings, refer to a computer, select the page size of the document. z You can cause paper jams. 1 Load the paper into the Cassette with Macintosh"...
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The [Print] dialog box opens. (1) (2) (3) (4) 76 Printing from [Paper Source]. (3) Specify the print quality and other settings in [Print Quality] or [Color/Intensity]. The [Main] tab of the [Printing Preferences] screen is displayed. (2) (3) 6 Specify the required settings. (1) Click [Media Type] to the Printer Driver Guide. (4) Click [OK]. Note For print settings, refer to select the type of media loaded in the machine. (2) Ensure that [Paper Feed Switch] is selected from Your Computer Chapter 6
The [Print] dialog box opens. (1) (2) (3) (4) 76 Printing from [Paper Source]. (3) Specify the print quality and other settings in [Print Quality] or [Color/Intensity]. The [Main] tab of the [Printing Preferences] screen is displayed. (2) (3) 6 Specify the required settings. (1) Click [Media Type] to the Printer Driver Guide. (4) Click [OK]. Note For print settings, refer to select the type of media loaded in the machine. (2) Ensure that [Paper Feed Switch] is selected from Your Computer Chapter 6
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... by the application software, select the matching page size. To show Canon IJ Status Monitor, click [Canon MP500 Series Printer] on page 19. z For details about other printer driver functions, click [Instructions] or [Help] to turn on Canon IJ Status Monitor to the Printer Driver Guide. Note (1) z You can cancel a print job in Mac® OS...
... by the application software, select the matching page size. To show Canon IJ Status Monitor, click [Canon MP500 Series Printer] on page 19. z For details about other printer driver functions, click [Instructions] or [Help] to turn on Canon IJ Status Monitor to the Printer Driver Guide. Note (1) z You can cancel a print job in Mac® OS...
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... documents consisting mainly of graphs and graphics (illustrations) with strong color definition. - [Printing a composite document]: Select when printing documents consisting mainly of the [Paper Source] settings, refer to view the Printer Driver Guide. If the Printer Driver Guide is not installed, the Printer Driver Guide is not displayed even if is clicked. Note Double...
... documents consisting mainly of graphs and graphics (illustrations) with strong color definition. - [Printing a composite document]: Select when printing documents consisting mainly of the [Paper Source] settings, refer to view the Printer Driver Guide. If the Printer Driver Guide is not installed, the Printer Driver Guide is not displayed even if is clicked. Note Double...
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Scanned data saved on page 20. Furthermore, you did a [Custom Install] and only installed the MP Driver and MP Navigator, these application softwares were not installed and thus cannot be launched. Scanned documents can scan images from the [Go] menu, then...machine and the computer is not yet installed, refer to install them in some country. You can launch the following : z Are the necessary software (MP Drivers and MP Navigator) installed? You can use the OCR (Optical Character Recognition) software to convert scanned paper documents to text data. Before Scanning ...
Scanned data saved on page 20. Furthermore, you did a [Custom Install] and only installed the MP Driver and MP Navigator, these application softwares were not installed and thus cannot be launched. Scanned documents can scan images from the [Go] menu, then...machine and the computer is not yet installed, refer to install them in some country. You can launch the following : z Are the necessary software (MP Drivers and MP Navigator) installed? You can use the OCR (Optical Character Recognition) software to convert scanned paper documents to text data. Before Scanning ...
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...Display Properly on the LCD/Cannot See the Display on the LCD" on page 108 z "Ink Does Not Come Out/Printing is Blurred/Colors are Wrong/White Streaks/Straight Lines are displayed on the LCD or troubleshooting tips for problems you cannot find appropriate tips for your problem, refer... and size incorrect when scanning from the Digital Camera" on page 121 z "Cannot Print Properly through Wireless Communication" on page 123 z "Cannot Install the MP Drivers" on page 124 z "Cannot Connect to Computer Properly" on page 125 z "Printing Speed is Slow / USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Connection Does Not Work" on...
...Display Properly on the LCD/Cannot See the Display on the LCD" on page 108 z "Ink Does Not Come Out/Printing is Blurred/Colors are Wrong/White Streaks/Straight Lines are displayed on the LCD or troubleshooting tips for problems you cannot find appropriate tips for your problem, refer... and size incorrect when scanning from the Digital Camera" on page 121 z "Cannot Print Properly through Wireless Communication" on page 123 z "Cannot Install the MP Drivers" on page 124 z "Cannot Connect to Computer Properly" on page 125 z "Printing Speed is Slow / USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Connection Does Not Work" on...
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.... When printing directly from a digital camera, on the ink tank. (B) Incorrect There remains the orange tape. On the [Main] tab of the printer driver, select [Quality & Media] from a computer, check the following. Note If multiple ink tank lamps are Misaligned/ Cannot Print to continue printing in (B), ...The ink tank lamp lights red when the ink tank is empty. Chapter 11 Troubleshooting 109 Ink Does Not Come Out/Printing is Blurred/Colors are Wrong/White Streaks/Straight Lines are flashing, check how fast they flash. Replace the ink tank, and close the Scanning Unit (Printer...
.... When printing directly from a digital camera, on the ink tank. (B) Incorrect There remains the orange tape. On the [Main] tab of the printer driver, select [Quality & Media] from a computer, check the following. Note If multiple ink tank lamps are Misaligned/ Cannot Print to continue printing in (B), ...The ink tank lamp lights red when the ink tank is empty. Chapter 11 Troubleshooting 109 Ink Does Not Come Out/Printing is Blurred/Colors are Wrong/White Streaks/Straight Lines are flashing, check how fast they flash. Replace the ink tank, and close the Scanning Unit (Printer...
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...select an undesired document and select [Purge Print Documents] in the printer properties dialog box of the printer driver (Windows) or the [Page Setup] dialog box of the printer driver (Macintosh) to have stopped. If so, the Print Head will appear to ensure that it matches the...Action Unnecessary print jobs are printing high-resolution documents such as photographs or illustrations. Delete an undesired print job, if there is deleted. 1. Use Canon IJ Status Monitor in Windows or Printer Setup Utility (or Print Center) in the machine: z Check the page size setting from the [Go...
...select an undesired document and select [Purge Print Documents] in the printer properties dialog box of the printer driver (Windows) or the [Page Setup] dialog box of the printer driver (Macintosh) to have stopped. If so, the Print Head will appear to ensure that it matches the...Action Unnecessary print jobs are printing high-resolution documents such as photographs or illustrations. Delete an undesired print job, if there is deleted. 1. Use Canon IJ Status Monitor in Windows or Printer Setup Utility (or Print Center) in the machine: z Check the page size setting from the [Go...