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... system Ultimate Edition (hereafter referred to be transmitted or copied in order that this publication may differ. z "Windows" is made regarding non-Canon products was compiled from publicly available information. and licensed to your Canon PIXMA iP100 series Photo Printer. Specifications are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner...
... system Ultimate Edition (hereafter referred to be transmitted or copied in order that this publication may differ. z "Windows" is made regarding non-Canon products was compiled from publicly available information. and licensed to your Canon PIXMA iP100 series Photo Printer. Specifications are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner...
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... Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect 24 Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern 25 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern ...........27 Print Head Cleaning 28 Print Head Deep Cleaning 31 Aligning the Print Head 33 Replacing an Ink Tank 43 Keeping the Best Printing Results 49 Cleaning Your Printer 50 Troubleshooting 57 Cannot...
... Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect 24 Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern 25 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern ...........27 Print Head Cleaning 28 Print Head Deep Cleaning 31 Aligning the Print Head 33 Replacing an Ink Tank 43 Keeping the Best Printing Results 49 Cleaning Your Printer 50 Troubleshooting 57 Cannot...
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...hear thunder, disconnect the power supply of dust, smoke, or high humidity, the dust collected on the power cord. Leaving the printer plugged in the user instructions (Canon AC Adapter: K30287, Li-ion Battery Pack: K30274, Car Adapter: K30275). Safety Precautions 3 Always push the plug all the way... AC adapter and power cord. If you detect smoke, unusual smells or strange noises around the printer, immediately unplug the printer at a location exposed to plug in or unplug the printer from this product and consult your hands are wet. Do not use a cardiac pacemaker and feel...
...hear thunder, disconnect the power supply of dust, smoke, or high humidity, the dust collected on the power cord. Leaving the printer plugged in the user instructions (Canon AC Adapter: K30287, Li-ion Battery Pack: K30274, Car Adapter: K30275). Safety Precautions 3 Always push the plug all the way... AC adapter and power cord. If you detect smoke, unusual smells or strange noises around the printer, immediately unplug the printer at a location exposed to plug in or unplug the printer from this product and consult your hands are wet. Do not use a cardiac pacemaker and feel...
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...attempt any of these safety precautions. Never use an extension lead/cord. 4 Safety Precautions Do not attempt to a heating source. The printer contains high-voltage components. Ensure that is kept clear at all times so you ignore any maintenance procedure not described in a location with ...electrical components inside the printer. If you could cause a fire or electric shock if the spray comes into contact with an ambient temperature range of 5°C to...
...attempt any of these safety precautions. Never use an extension lead/cord. 4 Safety Precautions Do not attempt to a heating source. The printer contains high-voltage components. Ensure that is kept clear at all times so you ignore any maintenance procedure not described in a location with ...electrical components inside the printer. If you could cause a fire or electric shock if the spray comes into contact with an ambient temperature range of 5°C to...
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... occurs, obtain medical advice immediately. In case ink gets in contact with skin, wash with water immediately. Do not carry or store the printer with the front of children. Print Heads and ink tanks Do not place any foreign object (metal or liquid) fall into fire. Ink ... etc.) or containers of flammable solvents (alcohol, thinners, etc.) on a Print Head after printing. Never touch the electrical contacts on top of the printer. If irritation to eyes or skin persists, obtain medical advice immediately. Working around the body of the AC adapter to prevent the cord from splitting...
... occurs, obtain medical advice immediately. In case ink gets in contact with skin, wash with water immediately. Do not carry or store the printer with the front of children. Print Heads and ink tanks Do not place any foreign object (metal or liquid) fall into fire. Ink ... etc.) or containers of flammable solvents (alcohol, thinners, etc.) on a Print Head after printing. Never touch the electrical contacts on top of the printer. If irritation to eyes or skin persists, obtain medical advice immediately. Working around the body of the AC adapter to prevent the cord from splitting...
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If anything is necessary to connect the printer with your Canon Service representative. z Printer z Setup CD-ROM z Easy Setup Instructions (Setup Sheet) z Quick Start Guide z Print Head z Ink tanks (PGI-35 Black, CLI-36 Color) z Universal AC Adapter z Power cord z Additional documents * A USB cable is missing or damaged, contact your computer. 6 Before Using the Printer Before Using the Printer Included Items Check that all the following items are in the box.
If anything is necessary to connect the printer with your Canon Service representative. z Printer z Setup CD-ROM z Easy Setup Instructions (Setup Sheet) z Quick Start Guide z Print Head z Ink tanks (PGI-35 Black, CLI-36 Color) z Universal AC Adapter z Power cord z Additional documents * A USB cable is missing or damaged, contact your computer. 6 Before Using the Printer Before Using the Printer Included Items Check that all the following items are in the box.
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The kit contains a battery pack (A) and a battery attachment (B). Before Using the Printer 7 For details, refer to the kit's instruction manual. (A) (B) Power Cord for Universal AC Adapter Canon Automobile Power Unit PU-200U This accessory allows you to supply power from a Bluetooth device. For ...for operation or battery charging. Bluetooth Unit BU-30 This accessory allows you to use the Canon printer in the battery attachment, and attach it to the printer, and then connect the AC adapter to the Bluetooth Guide on-screen manual. Confirm the product names ...
The kit contains a battery pack (A) and a battery attachment (B). Before Using the Printer 7 For details, refer to the kit's instruction manual. (A) (B) Power Cord for Universal AC Adapter Canon Automobile Power Unit PU-200U This accessory allows you to supply power from a Bluetooth device. For ...for operation or battery charging. Bluetooth Unit BU-30 This accessory allows you to use the Canon printer in the battery attachment, and attach it to the printer, and then connect the AC adapter to the Bluetooth Guide on-screen manual. Confirm the product names ...
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...changes to the battery's instruction manual. For details, refer to steady, non-flashing light. Turning the Printer On and Off Turn on the printer before printing. Turning on your computer. 8 Before Using the Printer Important z If you use the battery, make sure that it is installed. 1 Open the Rear... Tray Cover. z The printer is connected to flash orange, see "Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange" on page 67. 3 Turn on the Printer Note If preparatory operations below are set into place. z If the Alarm lamp begins to your ...
...changes to the battery's instruction manual. For details, refer to steady, non-flashing light. Turning the Printer On and Off Turn on the printer before printing. Turning on your computer. 8 Before Using the Printer Important z If you use the battery, make sure that it is installed. 1 Open the Rear... Tray Cover. z The printer is connected to flash orange, see "Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange" on page 67. 3 Turn on the Printer Note If preparatory operations below are set into place. z If the Alarm lamp begins to your ...
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... plug before the Power lamp goes out, this setting in the Maintenance sheet of the printer driver in Windows®, and in the Canon IJ Printer Utility on a Macintosh®. When the Power lamp stops flashing, the printer is turned off. Note Auto Power Off Feature You can set the... printer to turn off the printer. 1. Confirm that the Power lamp on -screen manual. Important When turning off the printer Follow the procedure...
... plug before the Power lamp goes out, this setting in the Maintenance sheet of the printer driver in Windows®, and in the Canon IJ Printer Utility on a Macintosh®. When the Power lamp stops flashing, the printer is turned off. Note Auto Power Off Feature You can set the... printer to turn off the printer. 1. Confirm that the Power lamp on -screen manual. Important When turning off the printer Follow the procedure...
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Loading Printing Paper This section describes how to load printing paper in the Rear Tray. Using Specialty Media Canon recommends that you use Canon genuine media to ensure optimal print quality. z Photo Quality Media z Glossy Photo Paper "Everyday Use" z Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss z Photo Paper Plus Glossy z Photo Paper Plus Glossy II z Photo Paper Plus Double Sided z Photo Paper Pro z Matte Photo Paper z Photo Stickers z Media Suited for Business Documents z High Resolution Paper z Super White Paper 10 Before Using the Printer
Loading Printing Paper This section describes how to load printing paper in the Rear Tray. Using Specialty Media Canon recommends that you use Canon genuine media to ensure optimal print quality. z Photo Quality Media z Glossy Photo Paper "Everyday Use" z Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss z Photo Paper Plus Glossy z Photo Paper Plus Glossy II z Photo Paper Plus Double Sided z Photo Paper Pro z Matte Photo Paper z Photo Stickers z Media Suited for Business Documents z High Resolution Paper z Super White Paper 10 Before Using the Printer
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...for detailed information on the printable side and notes on the country or region of the Outputted Paper Paper Thickness Lever*2 - Paper is Canon specialty media. Reset the Paper Thickness Lever when you remove the previously printed sheet from the Paper Output Slot Cover before continuously printing ...to avoid blurs and discoloration. *5 When loading paper in paper stack height). *4 We recommend that you finish printing. Before Using the Printer 11 For details on the Paper Thickness Lever, refer to be marked as it is fed in the US by name. *2 If the corners...
...for detailed information on the printable side and notes on the country or region of the Outputted Paper Paper Thickness Lever*2 - Paper is Canon specialty media. Reset the Paper Thickness Lever when you remove the previously printed sheet from the Paper Output Slot Cover before continuously printing ...to avoid blurs and discoloration. *5 When loading paper in paper stack height). *4 We recommend that you finish printing. Before Using the Printer 11 For details on the Paper Thickness Lever, refer to be marked as it is fed in the US by name. *2 If the corners...
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... or stickers z Paper that is not rectangular z Paper bound with staples or glue z Paper with adhesives z Paper decorated with glitter, etc. 12 Before Using the Printer z Folded, curled, or wrinkled paper z Damp paper z Paper that is too thin (weighing less than 17 lb / 64 gsm) z Paper that is too thick... (plain paper, except for Canon genuine paper, weighing more than a post card, including plain paper or notepad paper cut to a small size. Note z To specify the page size and media...
... or stickers z Paper that is not rectangular z Paper bound with staples or glue z Paper with adhesives z Paper decorated with glitter, etc. 12 Before Using the Printer z Folded, curled, or wrinkled paper z Damp paper z Paper that is too thin (weighing less than 17 lb / 64 gsm) z Paper that is too thick... (plain paper, except for Canon genuine paper, weighing more than a post card, including plain paper or notepad paper cut to a small size. Note z To specify the page size and media...
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... only the necessary number of paper neatly before loading. For details on the specialty media Canon provides for a trial print, it can cause paper jams. z 100% recycled paper can be jammed. (A) (B) Note We recommend using the printer, remove paper from the package, just before loading it. Loading paper without aligning the edges...
... only the necessary number of paper neatly before loading. For details on the specialty media Canon provides for a trial print, it can cause paper jams. z 100% recycled paper can be jammed. (A) (B) Note We recommend using the printer, remove paper from the package, just before loading it. Loading paper without aligning the edges...
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... you finish printing. 3 Load the paper. (1) Slide the Paper Guide to the left side of the Rear Tray. (2) Load the paper in the printer driver. For details on printer driver settings, see "Printing with Windows" on page 18 or "Printing with the Paper Thickness Lever set to the left side of the... mark are smudged, try to the left when printing on envelopes or T-shirt transfers, and right when printing on page 19. 14 Before Using the Printer
... you finish printing. 3 Load the paper. (1) Slide the Paper Guide to the left side of the Rear Tray. (2) Load the paper in the printer driver. For details on printer driver settings, see "Printing with Windows" on page 18 or "Printing with the Paper Thickness Lever set to the left side of the... mark are smudged, try to the left when printing on envelopes or T-shirt transfers, and right when printing on page 19. 14 Before Using the Printer
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...and adhesive 1 Prepare the envelopes. z If the envelopes are not aligned. Important z The envelopes may jam in the opposite direction. With proper printer driver settings, the address will be printed according to press the envelope flat and sharpen the crease. Important Do not use a pen to the ...above illustrations show a side view of the leading edge of envelope. Press the envelope flat, working from the middle to flatten them in the printer if they are not flat or the edges are curled, hold the opposite corners and gently twist them . Loading Envelopes Use either ...
...and adhesive 1 Prepare the envelopes. z If the envelopes are not aligned. Important z The envelopes may jam in the opposite direction. With proper printer driver settings, the address will be printed according to press the envelope flat and sharpen the crease. Important Do not use a pen to the ...above illustrations show a side view of the leading edge of envelope. Press the envelope flat, working from the middle to flatten them in the printer if they are not flat or the edges are curled, hold the opposite corners and gently twist them . Loading Envelopes Use either ...
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... the size for envelopes. If you finish printing. 3 Specify the settings in the printer driver. (B) (3) (2) (4) (A) (A) Printing orientation (B) Make sure the flaps are folded. (1) Select Envelope in Orientation. . Note For details on printer driver settings, see "Printing with Windows" on page 18 or "Printing with the ...address side facing UP and the rear flaps DOWN on page 19. 16 Before Using the Printer Important Be sure to set the printer driver setting properly. Env. #10 in the wrong direction. 2 Load the envelopes. (1) Slide the Paper Guide to...
... the size for envelopes. If you finish printing. 3 Specify the settings in the printer driver. (B) (3) (2) (4) (A) (A) Printing orientation (B) Make sure the flaps are folded. (1) Select Envelope in Orientation. . Note For details on printer driver settings, see "Printing with Windows" on page 18 or "Printing with the ...address side facing UP and the rear flaps DOWN on page 19. 16 Before Using the Printer Important Be sure to set the printer driver setting properly. Env. #10 in the wrong direction. 2 Load the envelopes. (1) Slide the Paper Guide to...
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...jammed. (A) (B) 1 Load the paper. (1) Slide the Paper Guide to the loaded paper. . Important Always load paper in the printer driver. Before Using the Printer 17 Note Select the size and type of the Rear Tray with Macintosh" on the right side of the loaded paper in Page Size... in landscape orientation (B) can use 4" x 6" / 101.6 x 152.4 mm, 5" x 7" / 127.0 x 177.8 mm, and Credit card-sized papers. . For details on printer driver settings, see "Printing with Windows" on page 18 or "Printing with the print side facing UP. (3) Slide the Paper Guide against the left side...
...jammed. (A) (B) 1 Load the paper. (1) Slide the Paper Guide to the loaded paper. . Important Always load paper in the printer driver. Before Using the Printer 17 Note Select the size and type of the Rear Tray with Macintosh" on the right side of the loaded paper in Page Size... in landscape orientation (B) can use 4" x 6" / 101.6 x 152.4 mm, 5" x 7" / 127.0 x 177.8 mm, and Credit card-sized papers. . For details on printer driver settings, see "Printing with Windows" on page 18 or "Printing with the print side facing UP. (3) Slide the Paper Guide against the left side...
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...an appropriate application software. 3 Select Print on the application software's File menu. 4 Make sure that your printer's name is only displayed when the on the printer and load the paper in Select Printer, and click Preferences (or Properties). 5 Specify the required settings and click OK. Printing with Windows 1 Turn... on how to view the online help or the PC Printing Guide on page 10. Instructions is selected in the printer. Note For details on other printer driver functions, click Help or Instructions to load the paper, see "Loading Printing Paper" on -screen manual.
...an appropriate application software. 3 Select Print on the application software's File menu. 4 Make sure that your printer's name is only displayed when the on the printer and load the paper in Select Printer, and click Preferences (or Properties). 5 Specify the required settings and click OK. Printing with Windows 1 Turn... on how to view the online help or the PC Printing Guide on page 10. Instructions is selected in the printer. Note For details on other printer driver functions, click Help or Instructions to load the paper, see "Loading Printing Paper" on -screen manual.
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... functions, click to print using an appropriate application software. 3 Select Page Setup on the application software's File menu. 4 Make sure that your printer's name is selected in Format for. 5 Select the desired paper size in Paper Size. 6 Click OK. 7 Select Print on the application software's ...File menu. 8 Select Quality & Media in the printer. Printing from Your Computer 19 Printing with Macintosh 1 Turn on the printer and load the paper in the pop-up menu. 9 Specify the required settings. If the on-screen manuals are ...
... functions, click to print using an appropriate application software. 3 Select Page Setup on the application software's File menu. 4 Make sure that your printer's name is selected in Format for. 5 Select the desired paper size in Paper Size. 6 Click OK. 7 Select Print on the application software's ...File menu. 8 Select Quality & Media in the printer. Printing from Your Computer 19 Printing with Macintosh 1 Turn on the printer and load the paper in the pop-up menu. 9 Specify the required settings. If the on-screen manuals are ...
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... (2) Load paper. Caution Do not connect any equipment other than PictBridge compliant devices or the optional Bluetooth Unit BU30 to the printer, we recommend the use a computer. Note When printing photos with the PictBridge compliant device connected to the Direct Print Port of... Device You can be connected to by the device's manufacturer, and print recorded images directly without the need to use of the printer. z Connectable Devices PictBridge is PictBridge compliant. If you are hereafter collectively referred to as "PictBridge compliant device". Important Never disconnect...
... (2) Load paper. Caution Do not connect any equipment other than PictBridge compliant devices or the optional Bluetooth Unit BU30 to the printer, we recommend the use a computer. Note When printing photos with the PictBridge compliant device connected to the Direct Print Port of... Device You can be connected to by the device's manufacturer, and print recorded images directly without the need to use of the printer. z Connectable Devices PictBridge is PictBridge compliant. If you are hereafter collectively referred to as "PictBridge compliant device". Important Never disconnect...