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If any error or omission is found, contact us directly or an authorized Canon representative. • Canon is not responsible for any part of this document is prohibited. • The content of...; Other brand and product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Trademarks • Canon and the Canon logo are trademarks of Canon Inc. • Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows NT® and MS-DOS® are registered trademarks...; Every effort has been made to the use of Apple Computer, Inc., in this printer. Copyright ©2003 Canon Inc.
If any error or omission is found, contact us directly or an authorized Canon representative. • Canon is not responsible for any part of this document is prohibited. • The content of...; Other brand and product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Trademarks • Canon and the Canon logo are trademarks of Canon Inc. • Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows NT® and MS-DOS® are registered trademarks...; Every effort has been made to the use of Apple Computer, Inc., in this printer. Copyright ©2003 Canon Inc.
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..., then double-click the PDF file to ensure safe, reliable operation of the W8200 printers. When you have everything • Setting up the printer • Loading paper • Confirming printer operation • Installing the printer driver (TCP/IP, USB, IEEE1394 connection) Î Ver. 1.00 MMCD QH7...• Starting and canceling a print job • How to handle printer errors • How to achieve maximum performance with the W8200 printer. About These Manuals These manuals are described in "My Computer". The W8200 employs two systems, one for dye ink and one for your computer...
..., then double-click the PDF file to ensure safe, reliable operation of the W8200 printers. When you have everything • Setting up the printer • Loading paper • Confirming printer operation • Installing the printer driver (TCP/IP, USB, IEEE1394 connection) Î Ver. 1.00 MMCD QH7...• Starting and canceling a print job • How to handle printer errors • How to achieve maximum performance with the W8200 printer. About These Manuals These manuals are described in "My Computer". The W8200 employs two systems, one for dye ink and one for your computer...
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...described under this heading includes tips and hints that you avoid minor problems and use the printer more efficiently. Caution z Failure to follow the guidelines and advice under this printer, important information is provided under this heading to ensure your own safety and the safety of... other equipment or result in minor injury or serious damage to the printer. Important z Instructions and guidelines for operation of the printer provided under this heading to ensure safe use of the printer. Always remember and follow these instructions could cause minor damage to the...
...described under this heading includes tips and hints that you avoid minor problems and use the printer more efficiently. Caution z Failure to follow the guidelines and advice under this printer, important information is provided under this heading to ensure your own safety and the safety of... other equipment or result in minor injury or serious damage to the printer. Important z Instructions and guidelines for operation of the printer provided under this heading to ensure safe use of the printer. Always remember and follow these instructions could cause minor damage to the...
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... by copyright may be reproduced without the express permission of the copyright holder except for "Graphic Arts Language with Raster Operations", a printer language of creating raster images. Abbreviations Throughout this document the following abbreviations are used in text. • Microsoft® Windows®...NT" • Microsoft® Windows® is abbreviated as "Windows" • The term "GARO", used in the name of this printer driver, is an acronym for personal or household use under limited circumstances. Reproduction of such items may be subject to criminal prosecution. •...
... by copyright may be reproduced without the express permission of the copyright holder except for "Graphic Arts Language with Raster Operations", a printer language of creating raster images. Abbreviations Throughout this document the following abbreviations are used in text. • Microsoft® Windows®...NT" • Microsoft® Windows® is abbreviated as "Windows" • The term "GARO", used in the name of this printer driver, is an acronym for personal or household use under limited circumstances. Reproduction of such items may be subject to criminal prosecution. •...
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... the manual. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for this product FCC Regulations Canon Large Format Printer, Model K90029 IEEE1394 Expansion Board EB-01, Model K90023 Hi-Speed USB Board EB-02, Model K90035 This device complies... interference in a particular installation. Do not make any interference received, including interference that may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Canon U.S.A. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Use of shielded cable is encouraged to try to correct the interference by turning the ...
... the manual. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for this product FCC Regulations Canon Large Format Printer, Model K90029 IEEE1394 Expansion Board EB-01, Model K90023 Hi-Speed USB Board EB-02, Model K90035 This device complies... interference in a particular installation. Do not make any interference received, including interference that may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Canon U.S.A. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Use of shielded cable is encouraged to try to correct the interference by turning the ...
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...a global program that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as computers, monitors, printers, facsimiles, and copiers. v Their standards and logos are office equipment such as set out in which businesses can participate voluntarily. ...does not exceed the Class B limits for energy efficiency. International ENERGY STAR® Program As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Canon Inc. The international ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program is an open system in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled "Digital...
...a global program that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as computers, monitors, printers, facsimiles, and copiers. v Their standards and logos are office equipment such as set out in which businesses can participate voluntarily. ...does not exceed the Class B limits for energy efficiency. International ENERGY STAR® Program As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Canon Inc. The international ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program is an open system in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled "Digital...
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...never knot the power cord or wrap it , and never place a heavy object on it around itself. vi near the printer. Warning T Location z The electrical contacts inside the printer become extremely hot during normal operation. Never attempt to modify the power cord in an area subject to dust, oil, and...hands are wet. To avoid causing a fire, never store flammable substances like alcohol, thinner, etc. TPower Supply z To avoid personal injury from the printer and the power supply and use a soft dry cloth to the cord by a short circuit, avoid damaging the AC adapter cord or the power ...
...never knot the power cord or wrap it , and never place a heavy object on it around itself. vi near the printer. Warning T Location z The electrical contacts inside the printer become extremely hot during normal operation. Never attempt to modify the power cord in an area subject to dust, oil, and...hands are wet. To avoid causing a fire, never store flammable substances like alcohol, thinner, etc. TPower Supply z To avoid personal injury from the printer and the power supply and use a soft dry cloth to the cord by a short circuit, avoid damaging the AC adapter cord or the power ...
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...benzene, thinner, or any other type of flammable liquid cleaner to work around the printer. If anyone wearing a pacemaker experiences discomfort while working around the power supply where the printer power cord is connected so you can disconnect it is easily accessible. Consult a ...physician before continuing to clean the printer. The electrical contacts inside the printer become hot during normal operation. T Pacemakers z This printer generates a low magnetic field. z To avoid damage to ensure that it will not fall....
...benzene, thinner, or any other type of flammable liquid cleaner to work around the printer. If anyone wearing a pacemaker experiences discomfort while working around the power supply where the printer power cord is connected so you can disconnect it is easily accessible. Consult a ...physician before continuing to clean the printer. The electrical contacts inside the printer become hot during normal operation. T Pacemakers z This printer generates a low magnetic field. z To avoid damage to ensure that it will not fall....
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...z To avoid damaging the power plug, which could cause a short circuit and cause a fire or electrical shock, never pull on each side of the printer at least two people (three recommended with the third person supporting the middle from the stand,and firmly grip the handles provided below each the...physician immediately. z To avoid staining clothing or your feet with spilled ink, never shake or drop the printhead or an ink tank. TMoving the Printer z The W8200 alone weighs 85 kg (187 lb.). To prevent painful back or other injury, at any other than the one on the power cord to fall...
...z To avoid damaging the power plug, which could cause a short circuit and cause a fire or electrical shock, never pull on each side of the printer at least two people (three recommended with the third person supporting the middle from the stand,and firmly grip the handles provided below each the...physician immediately. z To avoid staining clothing or your feet with spilled ink, never shake or drop the printhead or an ink tank. TMoving the Printer z The W8200 alone weighs 85 kg (187 lb.). To prevent painful back or other injury, at any other than the one on the power cord to fall...
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... cable correctly. To avoid damage, before connection make sure that the shape of the cable connector matches the connection point on the printer such as small metal objects like staples, paper clips, or any type of liquid container, especially containers of flammable liquids which could... fall accidentally into the printer, press the Power button immediately to disassemble the printer or attempt repairs. z To avoid possible personal injury, never touch the cutter blade while the cutter blade ...
... cable correctly. To avoid damage, before connection make sure that the shape of the cable connector matches the connection point on the printer such as small metal objects like staples, paper clips, or any type of liquid container, especially containers of flammable liquids which could... fall accidentally into the printer, press the Power button immediately to disassemble the printer or attempt repairs. z To avoid possible personal injury, never touch the cutter blade while the cutter blade ...
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... and Precautions vi Contents x Chapter 1 Before Using the Printer Printer Part Names 1-2 Printer Main Unit 1-2 Media Take-up Unit (option 1-8 Switching the Printer On and Off 1-9 Switching the Printer On 1-9 Switching the Printer Off 1-10 Setting the Printer Online and Offline 1-11 Setting the Printer Online 1-11 Setting the Printer Offline 1-12 Chapter 2 Print Media You Can Use Print...
... and Precautions vi Contents x Chapter 1 Before Using the Printer Printer Part Names 1-2 Printer Main Unit 1-2 Media Take-up Unit (option 1-8 Switching the Printer On and Off 1-9 Switching the Printer On 1-9 Switching the Printer Off 1-10 Setting the Printer Online and Offline 1-11 Setting the Printer Online 1-11 Setting the Printer Offline 1-12 Chapter 2 Print Media You Can Use Print...
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...Procedure 3-2 Canceling a Print Job 3-4 Viewing Online Help 3-5 Opening Online Help 3-5 Chapter 4 Printing from a Macintosh Printing 4-2 Selecting the Printer 4-2 Print Procedure 4-6 Canceling a Print Job 4-7 Canceling a Background Print Job 4-7 Canceling a Foreground Print Job 4-12 Viewing Help 4-...Operation Panel 5-2 Reading the Display 5-2 Using the Operation Panel Buttons 5-4 Reading Operation Panel Lamps 5-6 Function Menus 5-7 Printer Function Priorities 5-7 Menu Flow Summaries 5-7 How to Perform Menu Settings 5-8 Making Settings 5-8 Menu Settings Summary Tables 5-10...
...Procedure 3-2 Canceling a Print Job 3-4 Viewing Online Help 3-5 Opening Online Help 3-5 Chapter 4 Printing from a Macintosh Printing 4-2 Selecting the Printer 4-2 Print Procedure 4-6 Canceling a Print Job 4-7 Canceling a Background Print Job 4-7 Canceling a Foreground Print Job 4-12 Viewing Help 4-...Operation Panel 5-2 Reading the Display 5-2 Using the Operation Panel Buttons 5-4 Reading Operation Panel Lamps 5-6 Function Menus 5-7 Printer Function Priorities 5-7 Menu Flow Summaries 5-7 How to Perform Menu Settings 5-8 Making Settings 5-8 Menu Settings Summary Tables 5-10...
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...Rail 6-16 Replacing the Printhead 6-19 Handing Printhead Precautions 6-19 How to Replace the Printhead 6-20 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Having a Problem 7-2 Printer Not Operating Correctly 7-3 Cannot Print 7-3 Printing Does Not Start 7-6 Printing Halts During Print Job 7-7 Print Job Results Abnormal 7-9 Poor Print... Quality 7-9 Print Results Do Not Match Print Job Content 7-11 Colors Wrong 7-11 Other Problems 7-12 Message Is Displayed 7-13 Removing Paper Jams 7-19 Removing a Roll Media Jam 7-19 Removing a Cut...
...Rail 6-16 Replacing the Printhead 6-19 Handing Printhead Precautions 6-19 How to Replace the Printhead 6-20 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Having a Problem 7-2 Printer Not Operating Correctly 7-3 Cannot Print 7-3 Printing Does Not Start 7-6 Printing Halts During Print Job 7-7 Print Job Results Abnormal 7-9 Poor Print... Quality 7-9 Print Results Do Not Match Print Job Content 7-11 Colors Wrong 7-11 Other Problems 7-12 Message Is Displayed 7-13 Removing Paper Jams 7-19 Removing a Roll Media Jam 7-19 Removing a Cut...
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Obtaining the Firmware Update 8-7 Confirming the Firmware Version 8-7 Uninstalling the Software 8-8 Deleting Old USB/IEEE1394 Printer Drivers 8-8 Uninstalling the Printer Driver 8-10 Uninstalling GARO Status Monitor 8-11 Uninstalling an LPR Port 8-11 Uninstalling the GARO Device Setup Utility 8-12 Specifications 8-13 Index 8-16 xiii
Obtaining the Firmware Update 8-7 Confirming the Firmware Version 8-7 Uninstalling the Software 8-8 Deleting Old USB/IEEE1394 Printer Drivers 8-8 Uninstalling the Printer Driver 8-10 Uninstalling GARO Status Monitor 8-11 Uninstalling an LPR Port 8-11 Uninstalling the GARO Device Setup Utility 8-12 Specifications 8-13 Index 8-16 xiii
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1 Before Using the Printer This section describes printer parts and procedures you should know before you use the printer.
1 Before Using the Printer This section describes printer parts and procedures you should know before you use the printer.
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... out to load roll media. (Æ P.2-10) e Output Stacker A cloth tray to support the printer main unit. The output stacker, or optional Media Take-up Unit, can be mounted inside the printer. (Æ P.6-21, P.7-22) b Left cover Open to replace the mist filter. (Æ Filter ... and to load roll media. (Æ P.2-9) d Roll media tray Holds the roll holder and roll media. Open to receive printed output from the printer. Printer Part Names Printer Main Unit TFront View a b g c d h e i f j a Upper cover Open to install the printhead or to remove paper jams inside the...
... out to load roll media. (Æ P.2-10) e Output Stacker A cloth tray to support the printer main unit. The output stacker, or optional Media Take-up Unit, can be mounted inside the printer. (Æ P.6-21, P.7-22) b Left cover Open to replace the mist filter. (Æ Filter ... and to load roll media. (Æ P.2-9) d Roll media tray Holds the roll holder and roll media. Open to receive printed output from the printer. Printer Part Names Printer Main Unit TFront View a b g c d h e i f j a Upper cover Open to install the printhead or to remove paper jams inside the...
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...of the port, indicates the communication status of the LAN. This cover is normally locked. j Roll media window Allows you to lift or move the printer. For details, see Chapter 5, "Using the Operation Panel Buttons" (Æ P.5-4). Lights green for a 100Base connection or lights yellow for a 10Base ...connection. (Æ Setup Guide) b LAN port Provides a connection point for a LAN cable connected to operate the printer. Ink Tank" from the MAIN MENU on the roll. g Operation panel Provides the Power button, Online button, LCD display, and other important ...
...of the port, indicates the communication status of the LAN. This cover is normally locked. j Roll media window Allows you to lift or move the printer. For details, see Chapter 5, "Using the Operation Panel Buttons" (Æ P.5-4). Lights green for a 100Base connection or lights yellow for a 10Base ...connection. (Æ Setup Guide) b LAN port Provides a connection point for a LAN cable connected to operate the printer. Ink Tank" from the MAIN MENU on the roll. g Operation panel Provides the Power button, Online button, LCD display, and other important ...
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... Supports the paper from below while the printhead moves from side to load a cut sheet, feed a cut sheet manually, or clean inside the printer. (Æ P.2-21) 1-4 Before Using the Printer TTop View (Inside) a e b c d a Guide rail An important part for the power cord of the paper during printing. e Paper release lever Releases the... path. f Media Take-up Unit connector Provides a connection point for the movement of either the USB 2.0 or IEEE1394 expansion board. c Paper restraint Required for the printer power cord.
... Supports the paper from below while the printhead moves from side to load a cut sheet, feed a cut sheet manually, or clean inside the printer. (Æ P.2-21) 1-4 Before Using the Printer TTop View (Inside) a e b c d a Guide rail An important part for the power cord of the paper during printing. e Paper release lever Releases the... path. f Media Take-up Unit connector Provides a connection point for the movement of either the USB 2.0 or IEEE1394 expansion board. c Paper restraint Required for the printer power cord.
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... you must be adjusted for printing. For high quality printing, the lever position must install it left and right across the paper during printing. Printer Part Names 1-5 Open to install the printhead. (Æ Setup Guide) b Printhead lock cover Holds the printhead in place. Open the carriage... cover to install the printhead. (Æ Setup Guide) c Printhead Equipped with the nozzles that supply the inks for the media in use the printer. (Æ Setup Guide) d Printhead lock lever This lever locks and holds the printhead lock cover in place. Open to install the printhead. ...
... you must be adjusted for printing. For high quality printing, the lever position must install it left and right across the paper during printing. Printer Part Names 1-5 Open to install the printhead. (Æ Setup Guide) b Printhead lock cover Holds the printhead in place. Open the carriage... cover to install the printhead. (Æ Setup Guide) c Printhead Equipped with the nozzles that supply the inks for the media in use the printer. (Æ Setup Guide) d Printhead lock lever This lever locks and holds the printhead lock cover in place. Open to install the printhead. ...
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c Tray open lever Pull on this lever when loading roll media or when removing jams. (Æ P.2-12) 1-6 Before Using the Printer e Paper guide An important part in the printer. TInside the Tray a b e c d f a Belt stopper holder Provides a hole for the belt stopper screw to unlock the roll media tray so you can draw it... the paper path. When loading roll media, pass the sheet between the paper guide. (Æ Setup Guide) f Roll release lever Releases the pressure of the printer.
c Tray open lever Pull on this lever when loading roll media or when removing jams. (Æ P.2-12) 1-6 Before Using the Printer e Paper guide An important part in the printer. TInside the Tray a b e c d f a Belt stopper holder Provides a hole for the belt stopper screw to unlock the roll media tray so you can draw it... the paper path. When loading roll media, pass the sheet between the paper guide. (Æ Setup Guide) f Roll release lever Releases the pressure of the printer.