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Contents Introduction Welcome Printer Documentation How to Use This Manual Copyright Disclaimer Trademarks FCC Regulations Canadian Radio Interference Regulations Safety Precautions Basic Printing Procedures Examining the Printer Printing Your Document Loading Plain Paper Paper Handling Paper and Other Print Media Notes on Handling Print Media Setting the Paper Thickness Lever Printing on Special Media Types Printing Photographs Using BJ Cartridges Types of BJ Cartridges BJ Cartridge Guidelines Replacing Ink Tanks Replacing the BJ Cartridge Contents 2
Contents Introduction Welcome Printer Documentation How to Use This Manual Copyright Disclaimer Trademarks FCC Regulations Canadian Radio Interference Regulations Safety Precautions Basic Printing Procedures Examining the Printer Printing Your Document Loading Plain Paper Paper Handling Paper and Other Print Media Notes on Handling Print Media Setting the Paper Thickness Lever Printing on Special Media Types Printing Photographs Using BJ Cartridges Types of BJ Cartridges BJ Cartridge Guidelines Replacing Ink Tanks Replacing the BJ Cartridge Contents 2
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... Box Selecting the Print Mode Setting the Page Size Confirming the Paper Feed Using Online Help Closing the Printer Properties Dialog Box Using the Macintosh Printer Driver Printer Driver Basics Selecting a Printer Driver Changing the Page Setup Dialog Box Settings Changing the Print Dialog Box Settings Using Balloon Help Using Background Printing...
... Box Selecting the Print Mode Setting the Page Size Confirming the Paper Feed Using Online Help Closing the Printer Properties Dialog Box Using the Macintosh Printer Driver Printer Driver Basics Selecting a Printer Driver Changing the Page Setup Dialog Box Settings Changing the Print Dialog Box Settings Using Balloon Help Using Background Printing...
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Troubleshooting Printout Is Unsatisfactory Printer Does Not Start or Stops Mid-job Paper Jams or Does Not Feed An Error Message Appears Other Problems Before You Call for Help Getting Help From Canon Specifications Printing Specifications Printing Area Using the Optional IS-22 Color Image Scanner Cartridge Using the Scanner Using the Scanner With Windows Using the Scanner With Macintosh Scanner Problems Contents 4
Troubleshooting Printout Is Unsatisfactory Printer Does Not Start or Stops Mid-job Paper Jams or Does Not Feed An Error Message Appears Other Problems Before You Call for Help Getting Help From Canon Specifications Printing Specifications Printing Area Using the Optional IS-22 Color Image Scanner Cartridge Using the Scanner Using the Scanner With Windows Using the Scanner With Macintosh Scanner Problems Contents 4
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Introduction Welcome Printer Documentation How to Use This Manual Copyright Disclaimer Trademarks FCC Regulations Canadian Radio Interference Regulations Safety Precautions Introduction 5
Introduction Welcome Printer Documentation How to Use This Manual Copyright Disclaimer Trademarks FCC Regulations Canadian Radio Interference Regulations Safety Precautions Introduction 5
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... prepare it 's a good idea to familiarize yourself fully with all of your computer manual for purchasing the BJC-2100 Series Color Bubble Jet Printer. To maximize the life of its functions. Introduction 6 Welcome Thank you for reference during setup. A detailed troubleshooting section provides step-by-step guidance for operation ...
... prepare it 's a good idea to familiarize yourself fully with all of your computer manual for purchasing the BJC-2100 Series Color Bubble Jet Printer. To maximize the life of its functions. Introduction 6 Welcome Thank you for reference during setup. A detailed troubleshooting section provides step-by-step guidance for operation ...
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...NT. Introduction 7 This arrow and blue text indicate a link to where you can find more efficiently with the printer. Windows Indicates information for iMacTM and Power Macintosh® G3 and G4 users only. Always observe the instructions indicated by these symbols.... Macintosh Indicates information for Windows® 2000, Windows 98, Windows 95, and Windows NT users only. Printer Documentation I Conventions This User's Manual uses the following symbols depending on the computer system you are intended to help you work more...
...NT. Introduction 7 This arrow and blue text indicate a link to where you can find more efficiently with the printer. Windows Indicates information for iMacTM and Power Macintosh® G3 and G4 users only. Always observe the instructions indicated by these symbols.... Macintosh Indicates information for Windows® 2000, Windows 98, Windows 95, and Windows NT users only. Printer Documentation I Conventions This User's Manual uses the following symbols depending on the computer system you are intended to help you work more...
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...notify any form, in the license agreement enclosed with the respective products. All software is copyrighted by Canon Computer Systems, Inc. (CCSI) with your Canon BJC-2100 Series Color Bubble Jet Printer. Your printer and the software media included with all rights reserved. All statements, technical information, and recommendations in...reserves the right to make it an easy to use guide for your printer have been sold to you subject to the limited warranties set forth in any person of CCSI. © 2000 Canon Computer Systems, Inc. Copyright This manual is licensed AS IS, as ...
...notify any form, in the license agreement enclosed with the respective products. All software is copyrighted by Canon Computer Systems, Inc. (CCSI) with your Canon BJC-2100 Series Color Bubble Jet Printer. Your printer and the software media included with all rights reserved. All statements, technical information, and recommendations in...reserves the right to make it an easy to use guide for your printer have been sold to you subject to the limited warranties set forth in any person of CCSI. © 2000 Canon Computer Systems, Inc. Copyright This manual is licensed AS IS, as ...
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... an experienced radio/TV technician for Class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. FCC Regulations Color Bubble Jet Printer, Model BJC-2100 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
... an experienced radio/TV technician for Class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. FCC Regulations Color Bubble Jet Printer, Model BJC-2100 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Printer Location Power Supply and Power Cord Cleaning and Maintaining the Printer Working Around the Printer BJ® Cartridges and Ink Tanks Introduction 14 Safety Precautions Please read the safety warnings provided in this manual to use the printer safely. Do not attempt to ensure that you use the printer in any way not described in this manual as this could result in unforeseen printer faults or cause a fire or electric shock.
Printer Location Power Supply and Power Cord Cleaning and Maintaining the Printer Working Around the Printer BJ® Cartridges and Ink Tanks Introduction 14 Safety Precautions Please read the safety warnings provided in this manual to use the printer safely. Do not attempt to ensure that you use the printer in any way not described in this manual as this could result in unforeseen printer faults or cause a fire or electric shock.
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... excessive vibration. To avoid the risk of 10 to 90% (condensation free). Introduction 15 Safety Precautions I Printer Location Do not place the printer close to a heating appliance or fireplace. Do not install the printer in a location that are very humid or dusty, in a location with electrical components inside the... an ambient temperature range of 41 to 95°F (5 to 35°C) and humidity of fires or electric shocks, install the printer in direct sunlight, or close to flammable solvents such as alcohol or thinners. Do not use flammable sprays near the...
... excessive vibration. To avoid the risk of 10 to 90% (condensation free). Introduction 15 Safety Precautions I Printer Location Do not place the printer close to a heating appliance or fireplace. Do not install the printer in a location that are very humid or dusty, in a location with electrical components inside the... an ambient temperature range of 41 to 95°F (5 to 35°C) and humidity of fires or electric shocks, install the printer in direct sunlight, or close to flammable solvents such as alcohol or thinners. Do not use flammable sprays near the...
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... another location, keep it and cause injury. Fibers or dust entering the printer could prevent you do not drop it stable so that you from unplugging the printer when a printer fault occurs and cause a fire or electric shock. When you can unplug the power cord at any time. ...Introduction 16 Safety Precautions Do not place the printer on a thick rug or carpet. When you are carrying...
... another location, keep it and cause injury. Fibers or dust entering the printer could prevent you do not drop it stable so that you from unplugging the printer when a printer fault occurs and cause a fire or electric shock. When you can unplug the power cord at any time. ...Introduction 16 Safety Precautions Do not place the printer on a thick rug or carpet. When you are carrying...
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...electric shock. The correct power supply voltage and frequency is bundled or knotted. Getting Help From Canon Always grasp the plug when you detect smoke, unusual smells or strange noises around the printer, immediately unplug the power cord. Continuing to use a power supply voltage other than that supplied... in these circumstances could cause a fire or electric shock. Do not use the printer in the country of purchase. Safety Precautions Do not use the printer while the power cord is as follows: USA/Canada: AC 120V, 60Hz Introduction 18 Unplugging the power ...
...electric shock. The correct power supply voltage and frequency is bundled or knotted. Getting Help From Canon Always grasp the plug when you detect smoke, unusual smells or strange noises around the printer, immediately unplug the power cord. Continuing to use a power supply voltage other than that supplied... in these circumstances could cause a fire or electric shock. Do not use the printer in the country of purchase. Safety Precautions Do not use the printer while the power cord is as follows: USA/Canada: AC 120V, 60Hz Introduction 18 Unplugging the power ...
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... power outlet when you could cause a fire or electric shock. There are cleaning the printer. Introduction 19 If flammable solvents come in contact with electrical components inside the printer. Do not attempt to clean the printer. Do not use flammable solvents such as alcohol, benzene or thinners. If you mistakenly...
... power outlet when you could cause a fire or electric shock. There are cleaning the printer. Introduction 19 If flammable solvents come in contact with electrical components inside the printer. Do not attempt to clean the printer. Do not use flammable solvents such as alcohol, benzene or thinners. If you mistakenly...
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...(alcohol, thinners, etc.) on top of the printer when a foreign object has fallen into the printer and cause a fire or electric shock. If any foreign object (metal or liquid) enters the printer, unplug the power cord and call the Canon Customer Care Center. Such objects could fall or spill... into the printer could cause injury. Safety Precautions I Working Around the Printer Do not put your hands or fingers in the...
...(alcohol, thinners, etc.) on top of the printer when a foreign object has fallen into the printer and cause a fire or electric shock. If any foreign object (metal or liquid) enters the printer, unplug the power cord and call the Canon Customer Care Center. Such objects could fall or spill... into the printer could cause injury. Safety Precautions I Working Around the Printer Do not put your hands or fingers in the...
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...the auto sheet feeder. Paper Rest Supports the media loaded in use. The auto sheet feeder holds multiple sheets which are fed out of the printer and how they function. To avoid wasting ink, do not press and hold the RESUME button for printing. It can start print head cleaning ... the edge of paper or other media for more than two seconds unless necessary. Auto Sheet Feeder Holds sheets of the sheet loaded into the printer one sheet at a time. Fold this button to resume printing. I Front View Paper Guide Align this cover to start printing. RESUME Button After you ...
...the auto sheet feeder. Paper Rest Supports the media loaded in use. The auto sheet feeder holds multiple sheets which are fed out of the printer and how they function. To avoid wasting ink, do not press and hold the RESUME button for printing. It can start print head cleaning ... the edge of paper or other media for more than two seconds unless necessary. Auto Sheet Feeder Holds sheets of the sheet loaded into the printer one sheet at a time. Fold this button to resume printing. I Front View Paper Guide Align this cover to start printing. RESUME Button After you ...
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...you connect the power cord. I Back View Power Cord Connect the power cord to the back of the printer then connect the other end of the print head, the printer automatically cleans the print head every time it is plugged in or the front cover is no power button ...or power light on automatically after being open for connecting a USB interface cable to the printer. Examining the Printer Note To ensure optimum performance of the printer cable to your computer. USB Interface Provides a connection point for more than a few seconds. Avoid unplugging the...
...you connect the power cord. I Back View Power Cord Connect the power cord to the back of the printer then connect the other end of the print head, the printer automatically cleans the print head every time it is plugged in or the front cover is no power button ...or power light on automatically after being open for connecting a USB interface cable to the printer. Examining the Printer Note To ensure optimum performance of the printer cable to your computer. USB Interface Provides a connection point for more than a few seconds. Avoid unplugging the...
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Examining the Printer Cartridge Holder Holds the BJ cartridge or the optional IS-22 Color Image Scanner Cartridge. Basic Printing Procedures 25 Cartridge Lock Lever Unlocks the cartridge holder so you are using. I Inside the Printer Paper Thickness Lever Adjust the gap between the print head and the paper. Raise the cartridge lock lever to release the BJ cartridge and lower it to lock the BJ cartridge. Set this lever for the type of media that you can remove and replace the BJ cartridge.
Examining the Printer Cartridge Holder Holds the BJ cartridge or the optional IS-22 Color Image Scanner Cartridge. Basic Printing Procedures 25 Cartridge Lock Lever Unlocks the cartridge holder so you are using. I Inside the Printer Paper Thickness Lever Adjust the gap between the print head and the paper. Raise the cartridge lock lever to release the BJ cartridge and lower it to lock the BJ cartridge. Set this lever for the type of media that you can remove and replace the BJ cartridge.
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... paper size in the application program you are using. 2 Make sure that the printer is set up properly. • Make sure that the printer is plugged in the printer driver dialog box. Printing Your Document After you set up the printer, you can start printing. Now you define settings in . • Load...
... paper size in the application program you are using. 2 Make sure that the printer is set up properly. • Make sure that the printer is plugged in the printer driver dialog box. Printing Your Document After you set up the printer, you can start printing. Now you define settings in . • Load...
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Refer to the documentation for printing, make sure the Canon BJC-2100 is selected as the default printer, and then click the Properties button. (Depending on the application program you use, the print operation procedure may be different. Select the command used for your application program.) Basic Printing Procedures 27 Windows For Windows users Printing Your Document 1 Open the Printer Properties dialog box.
Refer to the documentation for printing, make sure the Canon BJC-2100 is selected as the default printer, and then click the Properties button. (Depending on the application program you use, the print operation procedure may be different. Select the command used for your application program.) Basic Printing Procedures 27 Windows For Windows users Printing Your Document 1 Open the Printer Properties dialog box.