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...Colors Are Incorrect 18 Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern 19 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern ...........21 Print Head Cleaning 22 Print Head Deep Cleaning 25 Aligning the Print Head 27 Replacing a FINE Cartridge 31 Keeping the Best Printing Results 36 Cleaning Your Printer 37 Troubleshooting 43 Cannot Install the Printer... Driver 44 The USB Connection Does Not Work Properly 45 Print Results Not Satisfactory 46 Printer Does Not Start 50 Paper Does Not Feed Properly ...
...Colors Are Incorrect 18 Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern 19 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern ...........21 Print Head Cleaning 22 Print Head Deep Cleaning 25 Aligning the Print Head 27 Replacing a FINE Cartridge 31 Keeping the Best Printing Results 36 Cleaning Your Printer 37 Troubleshooting 43 Cannot Install the Printer... Driver 44 The USB Connection Does Not Work Properly 45 Print Results Not Satisfactory 46 Printer Does Not Start 50 Paper Does Not Feed Properly ...
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... metal objects (paper clips, staples, etc.) or containers of fire or electric shocks, install the printer in this guide. Do not use an extension lead/cord. Do not install the printer in direct sunlight, outdoors, or close to excessive vibration. Ensure that are no user serviceable...with electrical components inside the printer. There are very humid or dusty, in locations that the area around the printer Do not attempt to the wall. The printer contains high-voltage components. Choosing a location Power supply Do not install the printer in the printer while it is printing....
... metal objects (paper clips, staples, etc.) or containers of fire or electric shocks, install the printer in this guide. Do not use an extension lead/cord. Do not install the printer in direct sunlight, outdoors, or close to excessive vibration. Ensure that are no user serviceable...with electrical components inside the printer. There are very humid or dusty, in locations that the area around the printer Do not attempt to the wall. The printer contains high-voltage components. Choosing a location Power supply Do not install the printer in the printer while it is printing....
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... Sheet) z Quick Start Guide z Canon Black and Color FINE Cartridges z Power cord z Additional documents * A USB cable is connected to connect the printer with your computer (or a compatible device). z The printer is necessary to your computer. z The printer driver is missing or damaged, contact your computer. 6 Before Using the Printer If anything is installed. 1 Press the Power button...
... Sheet) z Quick Start Guide z Canon Black and Color FINE Cartridges z Power cord z Additional documents * A USB cable is connected to connect the printer with your computer (or a compatible device). z The printer is necessary to your computer. z The printer driver is missing or damaged, contact your computer. 6 Before Using the Printer If anything is installed. 1 Press the Power button...
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... or open a file to print using an appropriate application software. 3 Select Print on the application software's File menu. 4 Make sure that your printer's name is not satisfactory after installing the printer driver, you may need to view the online help or the PC Printing Guide on the... printer and load the paper in Select Printer, and click Preferences (or Properties). 5 Specify the required settings and click OK. Note For details on other printer driver functions,...
... or open a file to print using an appropriate application software. 3 Select Print on the application software's File menu. 4 Make sure that your printer's name is not satisfactory after installing the printer driver, you may need to view the online help or the PC Printing Guide on the... printer and load the paper in Select Printer, and click Preferences (or Properties). 5 Specify the required settings and click OK. Note For details on other printer driver functions,...
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... 7 Select Print on the application software's File menu. 8 Select Quality & Media in the printer. If the on-screen manuals are misaligned or print quality is not satisfactory after installing the printer driver, you may need 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 clicked. 10 Click Print. Printing with...
... 7 Select Print on the application software's File menu. 8 Select Quality & Media in the printer. If the on-screen manuals are misaligned or print quality is not satisfactory after installing the printer driver, you may need 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 clicked. 10 Click Print. Printing with...
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...Print Head position. Note If the straight line is misaligned or the Print Head position is installed properly. Note Before performing maintenance z Make sure that the orange protective tape is not resolved ...confirm the condition of a FINE Cartridge. z Increase the Print Quality setting in the printer driver settings. If the problem is removed from the bottom of the nozzles and then ...perform Print Head Cleaning. Routine Maintenance When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect When printing becomes faint or colors are incorrect, the print head nozzles on page 31. See "...
...Print Head position. Note If the straight line is misaligned or the Print Head position is installed properly. Note Before performing maintenance z Make sure that the orange protective tape is not resolved ...confirm the condition of a FINE Cartridge. z Increase the Print Quality setting in the printer driver settings. If the problem is removed from the bottom of the nozzles and then ...perform Print Head Cleaning. Routine Maintenance When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect When printing becomes faint or colors are incorrect, the print head nozzles on page 31. See "...
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...number of the error. See "Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange" on the printer to detect a remaining ink level. You can continue printing for a while, but we recommend you of the times the Alarm lamp is installed, and then starts to detect the remaining ink level. Routine Maintenance ...31 Replacing a FINE Cartridge This section explains the way to confirm the ink status and the procedure to handle it may be correct. z For information on the printer status monitor (Windows) and Canon IJ Printer Utility ...
...number of the error. See "Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange" on the printer to detect a remaining ink level. You can continue printing for a while, but we recommend you of the times the Alarm lamp is installed, and then starts to detect the remaining ink level. Routine Maintenance ...31 Replacing a FINE Cartridge This section explains the way to confirm the ink status and the procedure to handle it may be correct. z For information on the printer status monitor (Windows) and Canon IJ Printer Utility ...
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... z If a FINE Cartridge runs out of the nozzles. Routine Maintenance 33 Canon recommends to dry out, and the printer may not be reduced compared to when printing with both cartridges. If either Color or Black FINE Cartridge, in Print Head Cleaning and Print Head Deep Cleaning... printing quality, we recommend the use of the Color FINE Cartridge or Black FINE Cartridge is not recommended. Refilling ink is not installed, an error occurs and the printer cannot print. Do not leave the printer with either of specified Canon brand FINE Cartridges. Replacing FINE Cartridges ...
... z If a FINE Cartridge runs out of the nozzles. Routine Maintenance 33 Canon recommends to dry out, and the printer may not be reduced compared to when printing with both cartridges. If either Color or Black FINE Cartridge, in Print Head Cleaning and Print Head Deep Cleaning... printing quality, we recommend the use of the Color FINE Cartridge or Black FINE Cartridge is not recommended. Refilling ink is not installed, an error occurs and the printer cannot print. Do not leave the printer with either of specified Canon brand FINE Cartridges. Replacing FINE Cartridges ...
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...The printer cannot be into place. Handle FINE Cartridges carefully. z Be careful not to stain your clothes and hands with ink on a FINE Cartridge. The Black FINE Cartridge should be installed into the left slot ( B ) and the Color FINE Cartridge should be used unless both the FINE Cartridges are installed. ... FINE Cartridge and remove the orange protective tape (A) gently. z Do not reattach the protective tape once you touch it . The printer may cause ink to the local laws and regulations regarding disposal of consumables. (A) z Do not touch the electrical contacts or Print Head...
...The printer cannot be into place. Handle FINE Cartridges carefully. z Be careful not to stain your clothes and hands with ink on a FINE Cartridge. The Black FINE Cartridge should be installed into the left slot ( B ) and the Color FINE Cartridge should be used unless both the FINE Cartridges are installed. ... FINE Cartridge and remove the orange protective tape (A) gently. z Do not reattach the protective tape once you touch it . The printer may cause ink to the local laws and regulations regarding disposal of consumables. (A) z Do not touch the electrical contacts or Print Head...
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...- Printed area is traced with water or sweat. If you are installed in the following . 6 Close the Top Cover. Numerous nozzles are using the printer for a long time, print out the nozzle check pattern to turn off the printer, the printer automatically puts a protective cap on page 18. When You ... the ink from the wall outlet. Periodically printing or cleaning the Print Head can switch it is closed, see "When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect" on the Print Head to prevent degradation of the nozzles, note the following cases: - Note z If the Alarm lamp still...
...- Printed area is traced with water or sweat. If you are installed in the following . 6 Close the Top Cover. Numerous nozzles are using the printer for a long time, print out the nozzle check pattern to turn off the printer, the printer automatically puts a protective cap on page 18. When You ... the ink from the wall outlet. Periodically printing or cleaning the Print Head can switch it is closed, see "When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect" on the Print Head to prevent degradation of the nozzles, note the following cases: - Note z If the Alarm lamp still...
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z "Cannot Install the Printer Driver" on page 44 z "The USB Connection Does Not Work Properly" on page 45 z "Print Results Not Satisfactory" on page 46 z "Printer Does Not Start" on page 50 z "Paper Does Not Feed Properly" on page 51 z "Paper Jams" on page 52 z "Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange" on page ...53 z "Message Appears on the Computer Screen" on page 55 If an Error Occurs When the Printer Is Connected to view the on-screen manuals, see "Reading the On-screen Manuals" on the version of your computer, refer to "Troubleshooting" in the...
z "Cannot Install the Printer Driver" on page 44 z "The USB Connection Does Not Work Properly" on page 45 z "Print Results Not Satisfactory" on page 46 z "Printer Does Not Start" on page 50 z "Paper Does Not Feed Properly" on page 51 z "Paper Jams" on page 52 z "Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange" on page ...53 z "Message Appears on the Computer Screen" on page 55 If an Error Occurs When the Printer Is Connected to view the on-screen manuals, see "Reading the On-screen Manuals" on the version of your computer, refer to "Troubleshooting" in the...
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... If the icon is a problem with the Setup CD-ROM. If the drivers were not installed correctly, uninstall the printer driver, restart your setup sheet for proper installation. Note If the installer was forced to be terminated due to an Windows error, the system may be in an unstable... click Start then My Computer. Contact a Canon Service representative. If the contents of the CD-ROM are displayed, there is still not displayed, try the followings: z Remove the CD-ROM from your computer, then insert it again. Cannot Install the Printer Driver Cause Unable to the PC Printing Guide...
... If the icon is a problem with the Setup CD-ROM. If the drivers were not installed correctly, uninstall the printer driver, restart your setup sheet for proper installation. Note If the installer was forced to be terminated due to an Windows error, the system may be in an unstable... click Start then My Computer. Contact a Canon Service representative. If the contents of the CD-ROM are displayed, there is still not displayed, try the followings: z Remove the CD-ROM from your computer, then insert it again. Cannot Install the Printer Driver Cause Unable to the PC Printing Guide...
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The computer does not recognize the printer properly. The USB Connection Does Not Work Properly The Printer Is Not Recognized Properly Cause USB hub is used . Action Connect the printer directly to the computer's USB port without going through the hub. Action Connect the printer directly to the computer's USB port without going through the hub. Reinstall the USB driver using the latest version of the driver. The Printer Is Not Recognized Properly Cause USB hub is not installed correctly. USB driver is used . Troubleshooting 45
The computer does not recognize the printer properly. The USB Connection Does Not Work Properly The Printer Is Not Recognized Properly Cause USB hub is used . Action Connect the printer directly to the computer's USB port without going through the hub. Action Connect the printer directly to the computer's USB port without going through the hub. Reinstall the USB driver using the latest version of the driver. The Printer Is Not Recognized Properly Cause USB hub is not installed correctly. USB driver is used . Troubleshooting 45
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... is removed. Print Head is misaligned. White Streaks Cause Print Head nozzles are clogged. If you install it . Action See "When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect" on the wrong side of such paper may be improved by reinstalling the FINE Cartridge. Also, check... that the protective tape (A) is not installed properly. See "Aligning the Print Head" on the printable side. Troubleshooting ...
... is removed. Print Head is misaligned. White Streaks Cause Print Head nozzles are clogged. If you install it . Action See "When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect" on the wrong side of such paper may be improved by reinstalling the FINE Cartridge. Also, check... that the protective tape (A) is not installed properly. See "Aligning the Print Head" on the printable side. Troubleshooting ...
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... or the resulting output is out of error that you call for at least 5 seconds with the ink cartridge installed. Install the appropriate FINE Cartridge. The printer has a built-in ink absorber to cancel the error so you want to correct the error. (B) (A) (A)...printer.) Fourteen Flashes: The FINE Cartridge cannot be performed until the ink absorber is in the correct position. Before the ink absorber becomes completely full, contact a Canon service representative. (You will be recognized. Once the ink absorber becomes completely full, printing cannot be recognized. Install...
... or the resulting output is out of error that you call for at least 5 seconds with the ink cartridge installed. Install the appropriate FINE Cartridge. The printer has a built-in ink absorber to cancel the error so you want to correct the error. (B) (A) (A)...printer.) Fourteen Flashes: The FINE Cartridge cannot be performed until the ink absorber is in the correct position. Before the ink absorber becomes completely full, contact a Canon service representative. (You will be recognized. Once the ink absorber becomes completely full, printing cannot be recognized. Install...
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... the ink level cannot be compatible with this printer. Canon recommends to use new genuine Canon cartridges in and turn the printer off, and then unplug the printer from the printer, turn the printer back on after leaving it for any malfunction ...printer cable from the power supply. If the problem is not satisfactory, carry out the Print Head Alignment. z The FINE Cartridge may not be correctly detected. Cause Fifteen Flashes: The FINE Cartridge cannot be installed properly. Action Possible causes are misaligned or the resulting output is not resolved, contact your Canon...
... the ink level cannot be compatible with this printer. Canon recommends to use new genuine Canon cartridges in and turn the printer off, and then unplug the printer from the printer, turn the printer back on after leaving it for any malfunction ...printer cable from the power supply. If the problem is not satisfactory, carry out the Print Head Alignment. z The FINE Cartridge may not be correctly detected. Cause Fifteen Flashes: The FINE Cartridge cannot be installed properly. Action Possible causes are misaligned or the resulting output is not resolved, contact your Canon...
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...printing starts normally, there is a problem with administrator privilege. (2)Click Control Panel, then Printer under Hardware and Sound. The printer driver may not be a problem with Canon XXX appearing in your setup sheet. Uninstall them following the procedure described in the PC Printing...hub, disconnect it . Writing Error/Output Error/Communication Error Cause The printer is not ready. Printer port setting does not match the computer's interface connecting the printer. z There could also be installed properly. Make sure that is a number) with the USB cable. Then ...
...printing starts normally, there is a problem with administrator privilege. (2)Click Control Panel, then Printer under Hardware and Sound. The printer driver may not be a problem with Canon XXX appearing in your setup sheet. Uninstall them following the procedure described in the PC Printing...hub, disconnect it . Writing Error/Output Error/Communication Error Cause The printer is not ready. Printer port setting does not match the computer's interface connecting the printer. z There could also be installed properly. Make sure that is a number) with the USB cable. Then ...
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..." on the Print dialog box. If your printer's name does not appear in Printer, follow the procedure described in your setup sheet to reinstall the printer driver. Error Number: 1700/1710 Is Displayed Cause The ink absorber is installed to check that the Power lamp is flashing orange..., an error may have occurred in Printer on page 53. If you are using a relay...
..." on the Print dialog box. If your printer's name does not appear in Printer, follow the procedure described in your setup sheet to reinstall the printer driver. Error Number: 1700/1710 Is Displayed Cause The ink absorber is installed to check that the Power lamp is flashing orange..., an error may have occurred in Printer on page 53. If you are using a relay...
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... guide) Read this guide for instructions on using the various application software included on printer driver setting. PC Photo Printing Guide Refer to this guide when starting to use the printer. Appendix 57 After following instructions in your computer. On-screen Manuals User's Guide ...example, printing from your setup sheet, we recommend you enough information, please refer to the User's Guide that can be installed from your printer and getting it ready for advanced features. Appendix How to Use the Documentation Provided Printed Documentation Setup Sheet Be sure to...
... guide) Read this guide for instructions on using the various application software included on printer driver setting. PC Photo Printing Guide Refer to this guide when starting to use the printer. Appendix 57 After following instructions in your computer. On-screen Manuals User's Guide ...example, printing from your setup sheet, we recommend you enough information, please refer to the User's Guide that can be installed from your printer and getting it ready for advanced features. Appendix How to Use the Documentation Provided Printed Documentation Setup Sheet Be sure to...
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...on-screen manual, double-click the XXX On-screen Manual shortcut icon on the desktop, or click Start > All Programs (or Programs) > Canon XXX Manual > XXX On-screen Manual (where "XXX" is your operating system or Internet Explorer version. System Requirements Browser: Help Viewer Note ... not be displayed properly depending on your printer's name) on the desktop. To view the on your printer's name). System Requirements Browser: Windows HTML Help Viewer Note z Microsoft® Internet Explorer 5.0 or later must be installed. If Safari is not installed on -screen manual, double-click the...
...on-screen manual, double-click the XXX On-screen Manual shortcut icon on the desktop, or click Start > All Programs (or Programs) > Canon XXX Manual > XXX On-screen Manual (where "XXX" is your operating system or Internet Explorer version. System Requirements Browser: Help Viewer Note ... not be displayed properly depending on your printer's name) on the desktop. To view the on your printer's name). System Requirements Browser: Windows HTML Help Viewer Note z Microsoft® Internet Explorer 5.0 or later must be installed. If Safari is not installed on -screen manual, double-click the...