Page 1 Large Format Printer User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Printing CAD Drawings.............52 Printing enlargements or reductions........72 Printing at full size..............83 Borderless Printing..............92 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes....101 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet........114 Centering originals..............128 and so on Windows Software...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Basic Printing Workflow Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets ........................16 Turning the Printer On and Off ..........................17 Loading and Printing on Rolls ........................... 18 Loading and Printing on Sheets ..........................21 Printing in Windows ..............................22 Printing from Mac OS ...............................
Page 3 Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size ......................72 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) ..................72 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width ........................74 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) ....................74 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS) ....................
Page 4 Checking Images Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing ....................145 Other useful settings Printing With Watermarks ............................146 Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) ............... 147 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation .................. 148 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) ............
Page 5 Detailed Settings ..............................202 Preferences Dialog Box ............................203 Page Options Dialog Box ............................204 Zoom Dialog Box ..............................205 Format Dialog Box ..............................205 Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page ....................207 Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page ..........209 Selecting an Object ..............................
Page 6 Using Favorites ..............................271 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ..................272 Main Pane ................................272 Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box ......................... 276 View set. Dialog Box for the Printing Application ....................278 Matching pane ..............................278 Color Settings Pane: Color ..........................280 Object Adjustment dialog box: Color ........................
Page 7 Aligning Objects ..............................326 Changing the Object Overlapping Order ......................... 328 Pasting a Copied or Cut Object ..........................329 Handling and Use of Paper Paper Types of Paper ............................... 332 Paper Sizes ................................332 Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper ............... 334 Printing on Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper Using Existing Settings ........
Page 8 Adding Media Types ............................409 Changing Media Names ........................... 413 Deleting Media Types You Have Added ......................416 Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide ....................... 417 Changing the Display Order of Media Types ...................... 419 Applying a Saved Media Information File on Another Computer ................ 421 Checking the update ..............................
Page 9 Mac OS Settings Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks ....................487 Configuring the Destination for Bonjour Network ....................487 Other Settings Specifying Printer-Related Information ........................488 Configuring the Communication Mode Manually ..................... 489 Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur ................... 490 Initializing the Network Settings ..........................
Page 10 Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead ............................550 Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors ..................550 Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors ................... 552 Adjustment When Installing the Printhead ......................553 Adjusting Line Misalignment ........................... 554 Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images ....................
Page 11 The size of clear film cannot be detected ....................... 613 Printing does not start The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up .................... 614 The printer does not respond even if print jobs are sent ..................614 Ink Filling..
Page 12 PaprTypeMismatch ..............................638 The paper is too small............................639 The paper is too small............................639 PaprWidth Mismatch .............................. 639 Paper size not detected............................640 Insufficient paper for job ............................640 This paper cannot be used as size is not supported....................641 Cannot print as selected.
Page 13 The mail box is full..............................653 Mail box full. Now printing without saving data....................... 653 Mail box nearly full..............................653 Maximum jobs stored............................. 653 Mail box full. Delete unwanted data ........................653 Messages regarding HP-GL/2 This type of paper is not compatible with HP-GL/2....................654 GL2: Wxxxx The memory is full.
Page 15: Basic Printing Workflow
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Printing procedure ................16 Canceling print jobs ................24 Pausing Printing .................. 27 Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management...
Page 16: Printing Procedure
Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets iPF840 Printing procedure Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets ......................16 Turning the Printer On and Off .......................... 17 Loading and Printing on Rolls ........................... 18 Loading and Printing on Sheets ........................21 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) ................
Page 17: Turning The Printer On And Off
Turning the printer on Press the Power button to turn on the printer. The printer will now start up. After the Display Screen shows the Canon logo, "Starting up Please wait." is displayed. The printer goes online in preparation for printing after startup, and the Online lamp and paper source section lamp remain lit.
Page 18: Loading And Printing On Rolls
P.566 ➔ "ERROR" is shown on the Display Screen • Turn off the printer and contact your Canon dealer. The Online lamp and Message lamp are not lit (even once), and nothing appears on the Display • Screen Make sure the printer is plugged in correctly. Check the connection at the plug and electrical outlet.
Page 19 Loading and Printing on Rolls • For details on supported sizes and types of rolls, see Paper Sizes or the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Paper Sizes.") (See "Types of Paper.") P.332 P.332 ➔ ➔ Note • To wait until the ink dries after printing before cutting the roll, set Drying Time in the printer driver. (See "Specify- ing the Ink Drying Time for Rolls.")
Page 20 Loading and Printing on Rolls iPF840 • When printing without borders, definitely set the blue Switch on the platen to the ● side. If the switch is set incorrectly, print quality may deteriorate. (See "Setting the Blue Switch on the Platen.") P.621...
Page 21: Loading And Printing On Sheets
Loading and Printing on Sheets • Printing from Mac OS P.22 ➔ The printer now starts printing the print job. Loading and Printing on Sheets Loading and Printing on Sheets These are the basic steps for loading sheets and then printing.
Page 22: Printing In Windows
Printing in Windows iPF840 Load the sheet. (See "Loading Sheets in the Print- er.") P.369 ➔ Start printing. Printing in Windows Printing in Windows Print from the application menu. • We recommend exiting unnecessary applications before printing. Running several applications while printing may interrupt the transfer of print data and affect printing quality.
Page 23 Printing from Mac OS Registering the printer The printer needs to be registered in Print & Scan (identified as Printers & Scanners or Print & Fax in other ver- sions of Mac OS X) in System Preferences before printing.
Page 24: Canceling Print Jobs
Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel iPF840 Canceling print jobs Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel ....................24 Canceling Print Jobs from Windows ......................... 25 Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS ........................25 Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel To cancel printing or reception of print jobs, press the Stop button on the Control Panel.
Page 25: Canceling Print Jobs From Windows
Canceling Print Jobs from Windows Canceling Print Jobs from Windows Canceling Print Jobs from Windows In the printer window, you can cancel jobs that are being sent to the printer. Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, you can cancel print jobs that have already been received by the printer or that are currently being printed.
Page 26 Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS iPF840 Either click × for the job to cancel printing or select the job to cancel printing and then click Delete to de- lete the job. If there are no jobs to stop in the printer window (if...
Page 27: Pausing Printing
Pausing Printing Pausing Printing Pausing Printing Pausing Printing Pausing Printing During printing, if you set Pause Print in the Control Panel menu to On, printing is stopped at that point and the printer enters a state in which printing is paused. (See "Control Panel Display.") P.428...
Page 28 User's Guide...
Page 29: Enhanced Printing Options
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Choosing Paper for Printing ..............30 Using double-roll printing ..............31 Printing Photos and Office Documents ..........43 Printing CAD Drawings ............... 52 Adjusting Images ................60 Printing enlargements or reductions ........... 72 Printing at full size ................
Page 30: Choosing Paper For Printing
The appropriate media type differs between the case of genuine Canon paper or Canon feed confirmed pa- per and the case of paper other than Canon feed confirmed paper. Select the media type by following the descrip- tion below.
Page 31: Using Double-Roll Printing
Alternately, load roll paper of different widths and different types in the upper and lower rolls. Example of paper to load 1 Paper source Roll Paper Width Media Type Upper A1/A2 Roll (594.0 mm) Plain Paper Lower A1/A2 Roll (594.0 mm) Canon Coated Paper User's Guide...
Page 32: Printing By Automatically Switching Between Upper And Lower Roll Paper
Upper 36-in. Roll (914.4 mm) Plain Paper Lower A1/A2 Roll (594.0 mm) Canon Coated Paper • Double-roll switching cannot function if roll paper of a media type that cannot be automatically cut is fed to the platen. Important For information on support for automatic cutting, refer to Paper Reference Guide. (See "Displaying the Pa- per Reference Guide.")
Page 33 Printing by Automatically Switching Between Upper and Lower Roll Paper (Windows) Basic Printing Method Perform using the following procedure. Load roll paper in the upper and lower printer rolls. • Load roll paper of width and media type that suits your purpose in the printer by referring to Loading Roll Paper in the Printer Depending on the Purpose P.31...
Page 34 Printing by Automatically Switching Between Upper and Lower Roll Paper (Windows) iPF840 To use the function for automatically rotating portrait documents by 90 degrees, select the Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) check box. Furthermore, select and click the width of the roll paper loaded in the printer from the Roll Paper Width list.
Page 35 Printing by Automatically Switching Between Upper and Lower Roll Paper (Windows) • This function can be used with the Windows driver. • Important With this method, the upper and lower rolls are switched depending on the paper size specified in the print job.
Page 36 Printing by Automatically Switching Between Upper and Lower Roll Paper (Windows) iPF840 Click OK to close the dialog box. Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (See "Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications .")
Page 37: Printing By Automatically Switching Between Upper And Lower Roll Paper (Mac Os)
Printing by Automatically Switching Between Upper and Lower Roll Paper (Mac OS) • If the same width and same media type of roll paper is loaded in the upper and lower rolls and Automat- ically switch paper sources (paper size priority) is enabled, printing is always performed on roll pa- Important per 1 (upper roll paper).
Page 38 Printing by Automatically Switching Between Upper and Lower Roll Paper (Mac OS) iPF840 Select the printer in the Format for list. In the Paper Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. Click OK to close the dialog box.
Page 39: Roll Paper Switching Method
Roll Paper Switching Method To use the function for automatically rotating portrait documents by 90 degrees, select the Rotate Page 90 degrees check box. Furthermore, select and click the width of the roll paper loaded in the printer from Roll Width list.
Page 40 Roll Paper Switching Method iPF840 Condition Status Judgment result Condition 1 Is the roll paper loaded in the printer long enough Neither roll paper 1 nor roll paper 2 is Error to print the paper size specified in the print job?
Page 41 Roll Paper Switching Method Condition Status Judgment result Condition 7 Are the widths of roll paper 1 and roll paper 2 differ- The roll paper width is the same The roll paper currently ent? fed to the platen is se- lected ( *1 ) *1:In the following case, neither roll paper 1 nor roll paper 2 is fed to the platen.
Page 42 Roll Paper Switching Method iPF840 Condition Status Judgment result Condition 6 Does the width of roll paper loaded in the printer Neither roll paper 1 nor roll paper 2 Go to Condition 7 accommodate the width of the paper size specified...
Page 43: Printing Photos And Office Documents
• • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Glossy Photo Paper 170gsm • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (See "Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications .")
Page 44 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Glossy Photo Paper 170gsm. In the Media Type, choose the type of paper used for printing, such as Glossy Paper, Canon Coated Paper, and so on.
Page 45: Printing Photos And Images (Mac Os)
Document: Photo image from a digital camera • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll paper Paper type: Canon Glossy Photo Paper 170gsm • • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box.
Page 46 Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS) iPF840 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Glossy Photo Paper 170gsm. Make sure the paper you select is loaded in the printer. •...
Page 47: Printing Office Documents
Printing Office Documents Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width. In this case, 10 in. (254.0mm) is selected. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings ."...
Page 48: Printing Office Documents (Mac Os)
Printing Office Documents (Mac OS) iPF840 In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, click Office Document in the Print Target list.
Page 49 Printing Office Documents (Mac OS) Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box. • Page Setup might not be displayed in the menu de- pending on the OS you are using and the applica- Note tion software.
Page 50: Using Posterartist To Compose Originals
Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals iPF840 Make your selection in the Print Quality list. Access the Page Setup pane. Click Cut Sheet in the Paper Source list. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings ."...
Page 51 Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box. Click in the Edit Using PosterArtist in the Page Layout list. • This function cannot be used with a 64-bit version OS.
Page 52: Printing Cad Drawings
Printing CAD Drawings iPF840 Printing CAD Drawings Printing CAD Drawings Printing CAD Drawings ............................. 52 Printing Line Drawings and Text ........................52 Printing Line Drawings and Text (Windows) ....................53 Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS) ....................54 Printing from AutoCAD ............................. 56 Specifying Colors and Printing CAD Drawings ....................
Page 53: Printing Line Drawings And Text (Windows)
Printing Line Drawings and Text (Windows) The printing mode is determined by a combination of the print quality and resolution. Print Quality Description Highest A setting for printing at the highest resolution when quality is most important. Printing takes longer and consumes more ink than in other modes, but this mode offers superior printing quality.
Page 54: Printing Line Drawings And Text (Mac Os)
Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS) iPF840 Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A3. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 55 Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS) • Page Setup might not be displayed in the menu de- pending on the OS you are using and the applica- Note tion software. In this case, select Print from the menu in the appli- cation software, and configure the settings in the up- per part of the printer driver screen that is displayed.
Page 56: Printing From Autocad
Printing from AutoCAD iPF840 Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width. In this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm) is selected.
Page 57: Specifying Colors And Printing Cad Drawings
Description Color (CAD) 1 Print in standard colors. Color (CAD) 2 Print with approximate colors emulating Canon iPF750, iPF755, iPF650, iPF655, iPF760, iPF765. Color (CAD) 3 Print with approximate colors emulating Canon iPF500, iPF600, iPF700, iPF510, iPF610, iPF710, iPF605, iPF720, iPF810, iPF820, iPF815, iPF825.
Page 58: Specifying Colors And Printing Cad Drawings (Windows)
Specifying Colors and Printing CAD Drawings (Windows) iPF840 • If you have selected Color (CAD) 2, Color (CAD) 3, Color (CAD) 4, Color (CAD) 5, or Color (CAD) 6, it is not possible to match the colors and image quality produced by the specified printer exactly.
Page 59: Hp-Gl/2 Printing
HP-GL/2 Printing HP-GL/2 Printing This printer supports printing using the original Canon GARO printer control language and printing using HP-GL/2 and HP RTL emulation to print in colors resembling the colors produced by printers from other companies. The printer automatically switches to the corresponding processing depending on whether a GARO or HP-GL/2 and HP RTL emulation job is received.
Page 60: Adjusting Images
Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver iPF840 Adjusting Images Adjusting Images Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver ......................60 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) .................. 61 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) ..................64 Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing ...............
Page 61: Fine-Tuning Colors Of Photos And Images (Windows)
Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) • If No color correction is selected under Color Mode, the Matching cannot be changed. Important Matching Mode Description Remarks Driver Matching Mode Enables printing of optimal color tones You should normally select this mode.
Page 62 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) iPF840 Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (See "Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications .") P.164 ➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed.
Page 63 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) On the Color Adjustment sheet, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description Fine-tune color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow. Cyan Magenta Yellow Adjust the gray tone.
Page 64: Fine-Tuning Colors Of Photos And Images (Mac Os)
Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) iPF840 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to fine- tune the color tone of photos before printing.
Page 65 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS) Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Color in the Color Mode list. Click Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. On the Color Adjustment pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired.
Page 66: Giving Priority To Particular Graphic Elements And Colors For Printing
Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing iPF840 Click OK to close the Color Settings dialog box. Access the Page Setup pane. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ."...
Page 67 Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing The printing mode is determined by a combination of the print quality and resolution. Print Quality (*1) Description Print Priority Highest A setting for printing at the highest resolution Image when quality is most important.
Page 68: Choosing The Document Type And Printing Conditions (Windows)
Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) iPF840 Setting Item Description Reduce Print Unevenness (*1) Choose this option to counteract uneven printing. Unidirectional Printing Prints by suppressing color variations and misaligned ruled lines. However, this takes more time than regular printing.
Page 69 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Line Drawing/Text in the Print Priority list. Click High (1200dpi) in the Print Quality list. • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the paper type.
Page 70: Choosing The Document Type And Printing Conditions (Mac Os)
Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) iPF840 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how print photographic images in monochrome.
Page 71 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS) Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Image in the Print Priority list. Click High (600dpi) in the Print Quality list. • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the paper type.
Page 72: Printing Enlargements Or Reductions
Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size iPF840 Printing enlargements or reductions Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size ....................... 72 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) ................72 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width ......................74 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) ..................
Page 73 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (See "Accessing the Print- er Driver Dialog Box from Applications .")
Page 74: Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width
Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width iPF840 Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.161 ➔ Note Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width You can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired.
Page 75 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Select the printing application in the Print Target list.
Page 76: Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Mac Os)
Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS) iPF840 Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. • If the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box is not displayed on the Page Setup sheet, clear the Note Borderless Printing check box. Click Fit Roll Paper Width.
Page 77 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS) • Page Setup might not be displayed in the menu de- pending on the OS you are using and the applica- Note tion software. In this case, select Print from the menu in the appli- cation software, and configure the settings in the up- per part of the printer driver screen that is displayed.
Page 78: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value
Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value iPF840 Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width. In this case, 16 in. (406.4mm) is selected.
Page 79: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value (Windows)
Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Windows) • For better printing results when enlarging photos from a digital camera in TIFF or JPEG format, use an im- age-editing application software such as Adobe Photoshop to specify an image resolution of 150 dpi or more Note at actual size.
Page 80: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value (Mac Os)
Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS) iPF840 Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll...
Page 81 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS) • Document: Any Type Page size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) • • Paper: Roll paper • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box.
Page 82 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS) iPF840 Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list. Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 83: Printing At Full Size
Printing on Oversize Paper Printing at full size Printing at full size Printing on Oversize Paper ..........................83 Printing at Full Size (Windows) ........................84 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) ........................85 Borderless Printing at Actual Size ........................87 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) ....................
Page 84: Printing At Full Size (Windows)
Printing at Full Size (Windows) iPF840 • Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) P.85 ➔ Printing at Full Size (Windows) Printing at Full Size (Windows) This topic describes how to print at full size based on the following example. (Oversized Printing) •...
Page 85: Printing At Full Size (Mac Os)
Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) Click Oversize - ISO A4 in the Page Size list. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm).
Page 86 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS) iPF840 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
Page 87: Borderless Printing At Actual Size
Borderless Printing at Actual Size Borderless Printing at Actual Size Borderless Printing at Actual Size Take advantage of borderless printing to print documents such as posters (made up mainly of photos or images) without a surrounding margin, or border.
Page 88: Borderless Printing At Actual Size (Windows)
P.164 ➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Glossy Photo Paper 170gsm. Select the print target in the Print Target list.
Page 89: Borderless Printing At Actual Size (Mac Os)
Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS) Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the source application. In this case, click 10"x12".
Page 90 Page size: 10 × 12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm)–Borderless Paper: Roll • • Paper type: Canon Glossy Photo Paper 170gsm • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box.
Page 91 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS) Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Glossy Photo Paper 170gsm. Select the print target in the Print Target list.
Page 92: Borderless Printing
Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size iPF840 Borderless Printing Borderless Printing Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size ....................92 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) ..........93 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width ................95 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) ............
Page 93: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Match The Paper Size (Windows)
Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Glossy Photo Paper 170gsm • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) In the application, create an original that takes up the entire space of the paper size. •...
Page 94 P.164 ➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Glossy Photo Paper 170gsm. Select the print target in the Print Target list.
Page 95: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width
Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width Select the Borderless Printing check box to dis- play the Information dialog box. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, click 10-in. Roll (254.0mm).
Page 96: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Windows)
• Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll Paper type: Canon Glossy Photo Paper 170gsm • • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) In the application, create an original that takes up the entire space of the paper size.
Page 97 P.164 ➔ Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Glossy Photo Paper 170gsm. Select the print target in the Print Target list.
Page 98: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Mac Os)
Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll Paper type: Canon Glossy Photo Paper 170gsm • • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attributes dialog box.
Page 99 Choose Print in the application menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Glossy Photo Paper 170gsm. Select the print target in the Print Target list.
Page 100 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS) iPF840 Access the Page Setup pane. In the Paper Source list, click Roll Paper 1 or Roll Paper 2. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width.
Page 101: Printing Banners Or At Other Non-Standard Sizes
Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing) Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing) ................ 101 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) ..........102 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing;...
Page 102: Printing Vertical Or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows)
Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) iPF840 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) By automatic enlargement of a document created with an application software by the printer driver, you can print maximum 18.0 m vertical or horizontal banners.
Page 103 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) Click OK to close the Paper Size Options dialog box. Close the printer driver dialog box. • Although you can even set Custom Size for the paper size, the maximum settable size is 3.2 m. The setting of Custom Size is disabled when you exit the application software.
Page 104 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) iPF840 Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size you registered, My Horizontal Banner. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. •...
Page 105: Printing Vertical Or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac Os)
Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS) If printing is unsuccessful, you may be able to print after completing the following setting. On the Layout sheet, click Special Settings to display the Special Settings dialog box. In the FineZoom Settings list, click Yes.
Page 106 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS) iPF840 Register a Custom Paper Sizes This example describes how to register and print using a page size that is horizontally elongated and suitable for banners in either horizontal or vertical format.
Page 107 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS) Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list.
Page 108: Printing On Non-Standard Paper Sizes
Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes iPF840 Confirm the print settings, and click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.270 ➔ Note Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes For printing on non-standard size paper, first register the paper size in the printer driver.
Page 109 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows) Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, select from the Print Target list.
Page 110 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows) iPF840 Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.161 ➔ Note Printing by using Custom Size This section describes how to print using Custom Size based on the following example.
Page 111: Printing On Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac Os)
Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS) Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Click Cut Sheet in the Paper Source list. Click Custom Size in the Page Size list to display the Custom Size Settings dialog box.
Page 112 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS) iPF840 Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the Printer list. Click Manage Custom Sizes in the Paper Size list to display the Custom Paper Sizes dialog box. In Paper Size, enter the height and width of the original. Here, enter 430 mm in Height and Width.
Page 113 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS) Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, select from the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
Page 114: Tiling And Multiple Pages Per Sheet
Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other iPF840 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other ....................114 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) ................115 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Mac OS) ................117 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously ......................
Page 115: Printing Multiple Originals Next To Each Other (Windows)
Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) • Free Layout (Mac OS) Besides combining multiple pages in a single-page layout, you can combine originals from multiple files—even multiple source applications—in a single-page layout. For instructions on arranging originals from multiple applications, refer to the following topics.
Page 116 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) iPF840 Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box. Click Free Layout in the Page Layout list. When you attempt to print, the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window is displayed. (At this point, the document will not be printed yet.)
Page 117: Printing Multiple Originals Next To Each Other (Mac Os)
Edit and rearrange the image in the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window as desired. • Without closing the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window, repeat steps 1 to 4 to arrange origi- nals from multiple applications on the same page. Note •...
Page 118: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously
Printing Multiple Pages Continuously iPF840 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously Printing Multiple Pages Continuously You can print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. • Banner Printing • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets.
Page 119 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Windows) Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, click the type of paper that is loaded. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 120: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac Os)
Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS) iPF840 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS) Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS) This topic describes how to print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages. • This feature is only available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets.
Page 121: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet
Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet In the Media Type list, click the type of paper that is loaded. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list. Access the Page Setup pane.
Page 122: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows)
Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows) iPF840 • This function cannot be combined with the following options. Important • Borderless Printing • Scaling Originals (Windows) • Banner Printing (Windows) • When printing using this function, the Print Centered setting is disabled.
Page 123 Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows) Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application software. In this case, click ISO Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 124: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac Os)
Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS) iPF840 Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS) Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS) This topic describes how to print four pages of an original on a single sheet, based on the following example.
Page 125 Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS) Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
Page 126: Printing Posters In Sections
Printing Posters in Sections iPF840 Printing Posters in Sections Printing Posters in Sections You can enlarge an original to print it in sections on several sheets. By assembling the printed sheets, you can create a poster larger than the maximum supported paper size of the printer.
Page 127 Printing Large Posters (Windows) In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Click Poster in the Print Target list. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A2.
Page 128: Centering Originals
Printing Originals Centered on Rolls iPF840 Centering originals Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls ........................ 128 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows) ..................128 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS) ................... 130 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets ......................132 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Windows) ..................
Page 129 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows) Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list.
Page 130: Printing Originals Centered On Rolls (Mac Os)
Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS) iPF840 Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Print Centered check box. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ."...
Page 131 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS) Paper Size, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A4. Click OK to close the dialog box. Choose Print in the application menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded.
Page 132: Printing Originals Centered On Sheets
Printing Originals Centered on Sheets iPF840 Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.270 ➔ Note Printing Originals Centered on Sheets Printing Originals Centered on Sheets You can print originals centered on a page—for example, if the paper is larger than the original, or if you are reduc-...
Page 133 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Windows) Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list.
Page 134: Printing Originals Centered On Sheets (Mac Os)
Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS) iPF840 Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Print Centered check box. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • If you have selected Cut Sheet as the paper source, follow the instructions on the printer control panel to enter the paper size.
Page 135 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS) Select the printer in the Format for list. In the Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A4 - Cut Sheet. Click OK to close the dialog box.
Page 136 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS) iPF840 Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see "Confirming Print Settings ." P.270 ➔ Note • If you have selected Cut Sheet as the paper source, follow the instructions on the printer control panel to enter the paper size.
Page 137: Conserving Roll Paper
Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees Conserving roll paper Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees ................137 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Windows) ............137 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS) ............138 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins ..........
Page 138: Conserving Roll Paper By Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac Os)
Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS) iPF840 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
Page 139 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS) • Paper: Roll paper Paper type: Plain Paper • • Roll paper width: A3/A4 roll (297.0 mm [11.7 in]) This example illustrates how to rotate an A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) original in portrait orientation 90 degrees to fit within the width of A3/A4 roll (297.0 mm [11.7 in]), which enables you to conserve paper.
Page 140: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins
Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins iPF840 In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 141: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins (Windows)
Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Windows) • Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Windows) P.141 ➔ • Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS) P.142...
Page 142: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins (Mac Os)
Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS) iPF840 Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, ISO A3/A4 Roll (297.0mm).
Page 143 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS) • Page Setup might not be displayed in the menu de- pending on the OS you are using and the applica- Note tion software. In this case, select Print from the menu in the appli- cation software, and configure the settings in the up- per part of the printer driver screen that is displayed.
Page 144 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS) iPF840 Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width. In this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm) is selected.
Page 145: Checking Images Before Printing
Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing Checking Images Before Printing Checking Images Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing You can check the print layout on the preview screen.
Page 146: Other Useful Settings
Printing With Watermarks iPF840 Other useful settings Other useful settings Printing With Watermarks ..........................146 Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) ............147 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation ................148 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) ............ 149 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS) ............
Page 147: Printing With Watermarks-Copy, File Copy, And So On (Windows)
Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) • Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) P.147 ➔ Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) Printing with Watermarks—COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) This topic describes how to print with watermarks, based on the following example of printing with a FILE COPY watermark.
Page 148: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation
Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation iPF840 Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application software. In this case, click ISO Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll...
Page 149: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation (Windows)
Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) For instructions on specifying the original orientation before printing, refer to the following topics, as appropri- ate for your operating system. Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) •...
Page 150: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation (Mac Os)
Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS) iPF840 Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11").
Page 151 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS) • Page Setup might not be displayed in the menu de- pending on the OS you are using and the applica- Note tion software. In this case, select Print from the menu in the appli- cation software, and configure the settings in the up- per part of the printer driver screen that is displayed.
Page 152: Using Favorites
Using Favorites iPF840 Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Select the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer for Roll Width. In this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm) is selected.
Page 153: Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Windows)
Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Windows) • Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Windows) P.153 ➔ Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS) • P.154 ➔ Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Windows) Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Windows) This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically after printing (using the auto cut function), as well as how to print a cut line for manual cutting.
Page 154: Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac Os)
Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS) iPF840 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS) Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS) This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically after printing (using the auto cut function), as well as how to print a cut line for manual cutting.
Page 155 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS) Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Click Set to display the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box. To enable automatic cutting, click Printer Default in the Automatic Cutting list.
Page 156 User's Guide...
Page 157: Windows Software
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Printer Driver ..................158 Preview ....................189 Free Layout ..................199 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ......... 221 Print Plug-In for Office ............... 230 Status Monitor ................496 ➔ Accounting .................. 501 ➔...
Page 158: Printer Driver
Printer Driver Settings iPF840 Printer Driver Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings ............................ 158 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver ......................160 Confirming Print Settings ..........................161 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing ..................161 Using Favorites .............................. 162 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ................
Page 159 Printer Driver Settings You can specify the type of paper, color processing, print quality, print preview, and other settings. Choose Easy Settings to specify basic print settings based on the printing application or Advanced Settings to com- plete more detailed settings as desired.
Page 160: Specifying Paper In The Printer Driver
Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver iPF840 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. • Always specify the same type and size of paper in the printer menu and printer driver.
Page 161: Confirming Print Settings
Confirming Print Settings If you have selected roll paper in Paper Source, select the width of the loaded roll in Roll Paper Width. • A variety of settings are available in the printer driver to suit different printing applications.
Page 162: Using Favorites
Using Favorites iPF840 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. Select the Open Preview When Print Job Starts check box. After you click OK, when you print a job, the image- PROGRAF Preview window will be displayed. • If PageComposer is running, access the Special Settings dialog box from the Layout sheet and clear Preview Switching.
Page 163 Using Favorites Perform normal printing settings. The favorite is registered from here. Click the Favorites tab to display the Favorites sheet. Click Add to display the Add dialog box. Enter a desired name in Name, such as Photos for Presentations or Monthly Report.
Page 164: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From Applications
Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications iPF840 Click the Favorites tab to display the Favorites sheet. In the Favorites, choose the favorite you registered. • To import a favorite, click Import and specify the favorite file. Note Click Apply Favorite to replace the favorite settings with the current print settings.
Page 165: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From The Operating System Menu
Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu Six sheets of print settings are displayed by the print- er driver: Main, Page Setup, Layout, Favorites, Utility, and Support. • The titles of dialog boxes may vary depending on the application, and sheets other than these six sheets may be displayed.
Page 166: Main Sheet
Main Sheet iPF840 Click Preferences to display the Printing Preferen- ces dialog box, titled with the name of this printer. • The Device Settings sheet is also an extension of the printer driver. (See "Device Settings Sheet .") P.188 ➔...
Page 167 Main Sheet Common Items • Media Type Select the type of paper. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Dis- playing the Paper Reference Guide.") P.335 ➔ • Get Information Displays Paper Information on Printer.
Page 168 Main Sheet iPF840 Configuration using Easy Settings • Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Printing Photos and Images • P.43 ➔ • Printing Line Drawings and Text P.52 ➔ • Printing Office Documents P.47...
Page 169 Main Sheet • Print Quality Choose the level of print quality. • Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing P.66 ➔ • Highest quality When the check box is selected, printing is performing focusing on quality. Printing takes longer and consumes more ink than in other modes, but this mode offers superior printing quality.
Page 170: Paper Information On Printer Dialog Box
Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box iPF840 Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box On the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, you can obtain information on the paper in the printer and config- ure printer driver settings for the paper source and media type.
Page 171 Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box • Between Pages You can set the time to wait after printing 1 document page until ejecting the paper. Since waiting time is re- quired for ink to dry before a roll is cut, you can deliver paper in the Output Stacker with the ink dried even if Cutting Mode is set to Automatic.
Page 172: View Settings Dialog Box For The Printing Application
View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application iPF840 View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application In the View Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application.
Page 173: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Color
Object Adjustment Dialog box: Color • Apply to Sample Select this checkbox to apply the changed settings to the sample image. • Cyan/ Magenta/ Yellow Fine-tune color tones by adjusting the levels of each color. • Gray Tone Adjust the color tone of grays as desired. Choose Cool Black (tinged with blue) or Warm Black (tinged with red).
Page 174: Matching Sheet
Matching Sheet iPF840 • Text Select this option to apply color adjustment to text. Matching Sheet Matching Sheet On the Matching sheet, you can specify color matching to compensate for differences in the appearance of colors on various devices. •...
Page 175 Specify the printer profile as desired. Normally, select Auto Settings. We recommend that you select an ICC profile created using commercially available profile creation software in order to perform color management accurately on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper.
Page 176: Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome
Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome iPF840 Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome On the Color Adjustment sheet for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. • To display the Color Adjustment sheet, on the Main sheet, click Color Settings by Color Mode in Advanced Settings.
Page 177: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Monochrome
Object Adjustment Dialog box: Monochrome Object Adjustment Dialog box: Monochrome Object Adjustment Dialog box: Monochrome In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to. If an original comprises images, graphics, and text, you can specify which portion to apply color adjustment to.
Page 178 Page Setup Sheet iPF840 • Borderless Printing Borderless printing is available if roll paper is selected in the Paper Source list. Choose from the following options when this setting is activated. • Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size P.92 ➔...
Page 179 Page Setup Sheet • Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation P.148 ➔ • Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) Activate this setting to rotate the document image by 90 degrees before printing. • Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees P.137...
Page 180: Output Method Dialog Box
Output Method Dialog box iPF840 Output Method Dialog box Output Method Dialog box The Output Method dialog box allows you to select the Output Method and set the save settings when saving to the box. • To display the Output Method dialog box, on the Page Setup sheet, click Output Method. (See "Page Setup Sheet .")
Page 181: Paper Size Options Dialog Box
Paper Size Options Dialog Box Paper Size Options Dialog Box Paper Size Options Dialog Box In the Paper Size Options dialog box, you can create and register your own Custom Paper Size. The sizes you define are listed with standard paper sizes for selection later as needed.
Page 182: Layout Sheet
Layout Sheet iPF840 Layout Sheet Layout Sheet The following settings are available on the Layout sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. • Page Layout Activate this setting to select a particular page layout. •...
Page 183: Page Options Dialog Box
Page Options Dialog Box • Copies Enter the number of copies to print, in a range of 1–999. • Reverse Order Activate this option to print pages in reverse order. • Page Options Click to display the Page Options dialog box, which enables you to complete settings for printing the user name, date, or page number in the header or footer.
Page 184: Special Settings Dialog Box
Special Settings Dialog Box iPF840 • Format Settings Click to display the Format Settings dialog box, which enables you to complete format-related settings. • If you specify the same position for multiple items, the items are printed from left to right in this order: date, user name, and page number.
Page 185: Favorites Sheet
Favorites Sheet • Fast Graphic Process Turning this setting on may help produce the expected results if image colors are inconsistent in printed docu- ments or if lines are printed in varying thicknesses. • This function cannot be used on 64-bit version of Windows.
Page 186: Utility Sheet
Utility Sheet iPF840 • Click to display the Add dialog box, which enables you to add the current print settings as a favorite. • Import Click to display the Open dialog box, which enables you to import favorite settings saved as a file.
Page 187: Support Sheet
On the Support sheet, you can view support information and the user's manual. • Support Information Click to access the Canon support webpage, where you can find the latest information on the printer and con- sumables, check for printer driver updates, and browse other information. •...
Page 188: Device Settings Sheet
Device Settings Sheet iPF840 Device Settings Sheet Device Settings Sheet Many settings items on the printer properties sheets are controlled by Windows applications. However, the Device Settings sheet is for configuring the printer, and it is an extension of the printer driver.
Page 189: Preview
The Features of Preview Preview Preview The Features of Preview ..........................189 Starting Preview ............................. 189 Preview Main Window ............................ 190 Dialog Area ..............................192 Enlarge/Reduce the screen display ......................... 193 Moving a Page ............................... 193 Using the ruler ..............................193 Priority setting for rotating 90 degrees ......................
Page 190: Preview Main Window
Preview Main Window iPF840 On the Print dialog box in the apllication software, click the Print button. Preview main window is displayed. Preview Main Window Preview Main Window The Preview main window consists of the menu and tool bars, preview and dialog area and status bar.
Page 191 Preview Main Window • Preview Area You can check the settings you made in this area. Dialog Area • This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. For more information about Dialog Area, see "Dialog Area."...
Page 192: Dialog Area
Dialog Area iPF840 • Status Bar This shows the message, Pages and Output Size. Dialog Area Dialog Area You can select the layout and print on the center. Media Type/Paper Source/Paper Size • You can confirm the information that is set.
Page 193: Enlarge/Reduce The Screen Display
Enlarge/Reduce the screen display • No Spaces at Top or Bottom You can save paper on not to feed roll paper for the empty spaces when the print data contains spaces at the top or bottom. For more information about No Spaces at Top or Bottom, see "Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom."...
Page 194: Priority Setting For Rotating 90 Degrees
Priority setting for rotating 90 degrees iPF840 • Changing the ruler unit You can set the ruler unit when you select Units from the View menu. Setting Details Use mm as the ruler unit. inch Use inches as the ruler unit.
Page 195: Printing With Selecting The Layout
Printing with Selecting the Layout Printing with Selecting the Layout Printing with Selecting the Layout You can print which conserves paper by selecting the layout. In Layout Selection, click the layout button to use. Button Details Upper Button Turn at the position of...
Page 196 Printing with Selecting the Layout iPF840 Button Details Lower Button Turn at the position of • Right Button or Left Button can be selected only when the rotated pages can fit lengthwise across the roll. Note • By clicking Right Button or Left Button, you can save paper by printing in landscape orientation on roll paper.
Page 197: Print On The Center
Print on the Center Print on the Center Print on the Center You can print on the center of the media loaded in the printer. Click the Center Originals Across Roll check box on. Click the Print button. Printing on the center begins.
Page 198: Not Print Spaces At The Top/Bottom
Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom iPF840 Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom You can save paper on not to feed roll paper for the empty spaces when the print data contains spaces at the top or bottom.
Page 199: Free Layout
The Features of Free Layout Free Layout Free Layout The Features of Free Layout ........................... 199 Starting Free Layout ............................199 Free Layout Main Window ..........................201 Detailed Settings ............................202 Preferences Dialog Box ..........................203 Page Options Dialog Box ..........................204 Zoom Dialog Box ............................
Page 200 Starting Free Layout iPF840 From the application software's File menu, select the printer setup menu to open the Print dialog box. • Normally, select Print from the File menu. Note From the list, select the printer and select the Layout sheet.
Page 201: Free Layout Main Window
Free Layout Main Window Free Layout Main Window Free Layout Main Window The Free Layout main window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and status bar. • You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool and status bar.
Page 202: Detailed Settings
Detailed Settings iPF840 • Layout Area This allows you to lay out objects and edit the object size and orientation. Status Bar • This shows the paper size, unit of length, and number of objects. Detailed Settings Detailed Settings The printer driver opens when you select Detailed Settings from the File menu. The printer driver is used to con- figure basic settings to match the type of media loaded in the printer.
Page 203: Preferences Dialog Box
Preferences Dialog Box Preferences Dialog Box Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Preferences from the File menu. This allows you to configure the prefer- ences of Free Layout. • Units Set the unit for paper length, margins, and so on.
Page 204: Page Options Dialog Box
Page Options Dialog Box iPF840 Setting Details Crop Marks You can print with the crop marks. Page Options Dialog Box Page Options Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Page Options from the File menu. This allows you to configure the roll paper length, object layout order, and margins of Free Layout.
Page 205: Zoom Dialog Box
Zoom Dialog Box • Margins You can input the paper margins in numerical characters. • You can input between 0.0 and 50.0(mm) (between 0.00 and 1.97(inch)). • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button.
Page 206: Object Position
Format Dialog Box iPF840 • Rotate When you place a checkmark here, you can select Rotate Right or Rotate Left. Setting Details Rotate Right Rotates the object 90 degrees clockwise. Rotate Left Rotates the object 90 degrees counterclockwise. • When several objects are selected, you cannot select Rotate.
Page 207: Laying Out A Multiple-File Document On One Page
Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page • Object Size You can confirm the object size. • When several objects are selected, you cannot display Object Size. Note Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page You can lay out and print a multiple-file document on one page.
Page 208 Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page iPF840 In the Layout sheet, click on the Page Layout check box and select Free Layout from the list. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. •...
Page 209: Laying Out A Document Created With Multiple Application Programs On One Page
Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page Page You can lay out and print a document created with multiple application programs on one page.
Page 210 Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page iPF840 In the Layout sheet, click on the Page Layout check box and select Free Layout from the list. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen.
Page 211: Selecting An Object
Selecting an Object Selecting an Object Selecting an Object When an object is selected, a select box (blue border) appears around the object. • To select an object, click that object. • Note To select multiple successive objects, click them while holding down the Shift key.
Page 212: Moving An Object
Moving an Object iPF840 Place the pointer at a corner of the selection box around the object to show the arrow handle, and drag this handle to change the object size. Resizing by specifying a scaling value Select an object.
Page 213: Laying Out Objects Automatically
Laying out Objects Automatically Select Rotate Left 90 Degrees orRotate Right 90 Degrees from the toolbar. Alternatively, you may click on the Rotate check box in the Format Dialog Box then select Rotate P.205 ➔ Right or Rotate Left, and click the OK button.
Page 214 Aligning Objects iPF840 • Center Vertically Lays out the objects, justifying them to the verti- cal center. • Align Bottom Lays out the objects, justifying them to the bot- tom. • Align Left Lays out the objects, justifying them to the left.
Page 215: Changing The Object Overlapping Order
Changing the Object Overlapping Order • Align Right Lays out the objects, justifying them to the right. Changing the Object Overlapping Order Changing the Object Overlapping Order You can change the object overlapping order. Select an object. Select the Overlapping Order menu from the Object menu.
Page 216: Pasting A Copied Or Cut Object
Pasting a Copied or Cut Object iPF840 • Bring Forward Moves the object one position to the front. • Send Backward Moves the object one position to the back. Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Click Copy or Cut from the toolbar.
Page 217: Folded Duplex Window
Folded Duplex Window Folded Duplex Window Folded Duplex Window This window is displayed if you select Folded Duplex from the Edit menu after selecting an object. Using the Fol- ded Duplex function allows you to print with fold lines added.
Page 218: Finished Size Settings Dialog Box
Finished Size Settings Dialog Box iPF840 • Layout Area This allows you to check the arrangement and orientation of objects. Status Bar • This shows the paper source, roll paper width, and output size. Finished Size Settings Dialog Box Finished Size Settings Dialog Box This dialog box is displayed when you select Finished Size Settings from the Edit menu.
Page 219: Binding Settings Dialog Box
Binding Settings Dialog Box Setting Details Specify Folded Size Prints by automatically enlarging or reducing the entire document to match the size of the paper. Select the actual size of the paper you want to print on in Fit Paper Size.
Page 220: Prints Using Folded Duplex
Prints using Folded Duplex iPF840 • Only Print Center and Edges To print fold lines at the center and both edges, select the Only Print Center and Edges checkbox. Prints using Folded Duplex Prints using Folded Duplex This prints 2 pages consecutively. Folding back the paper at the fold lines of the center substitutes for duplex print- ing.
Page 221: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy
The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ................221 Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ..................221 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box ..................222 Hot Folder ..............................
Page 222: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy Dialog Box
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box iPF840 The Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dia- log box displays. • If you click on the Add to Startup folder check box in the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, the icon of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy utility will appear on the task bar when starting Windows Note thereafter.
Page 223: Hot Folder
Hot Folder • Hot Folder The hot folder list appears. Add Button • Click the button to open the Easy Setup Wizard dialog box so that you can add a hot folder. • Edit Button From the Hot Folder list, select a hot folder and click the button to open the Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box that allows you to edit the hot folder.
Page 224 Creating a New Hot Folder iPF840 The Easy Setup Wizard dialog box displays. Click the Next button. Select the type of printer to use. Click the Next button. Select the media type to print. • If the Borderless Printing checkbox is checked, only media types that can be used for borderless print- ing are displayed in the list.
Page 225 Creating a New Hot Folder Select roll paper or cut sheet to print. Also, select the media size to print. Click the Next button. To receive a document scanned with the Color imageRUNNER, you need to share a folder. Enter the folder shared name in Shared Name.
Page 226: Specifying An Existing Shared Folder As A Hot Folder
Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder iPF840 The hot folder you have created appears in the Hot Folder list in the Color imageRUNNER Enlarge- ment Copy dialog box. Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder Share the folder you want to specify as a hot folder.
Page 227 Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder The Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box displays. Enter the hot folder name in Name. Click the Browse botton, with selecting Specify a folder, to set the existing shared folder. The location of the folders will appear.
Page 228: Setting The Print Parameters
Setting the Print Parameters iPF840 As necessary, set the print conditions in the hot fold- er. (See "Setting the Print Parameters.") P.228 ➔ Click the OK button to close the Add/Edit Hot Fold- er dialog box. The hot folder you have created appears in the Hot Folder list in the Color imageRUNNER Enlarge- ment Copy dialog box.
Page 229: Printing Enlargements Of Scanned Originals From A Color Imagerunner
Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER • The only three sheets displayed are the Main sheet, the Page Setup sheet, and the Layout sheet. Some of the printer driver settings may be disabled. Note • Apply Sharpness Place a checkmark here to set the sharpness.
Page 230: Print Plug-In For Office
Print Plug-In for Officefeatures iPF840 Print Plug-In for Office Print Plug-In for Office Print Plug-In for Officefeatures ........................230 Steps to install ..............................230 Steps to uninstall ............................233 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed ....................233 To start from Microsoft Word .......................... 236 Print Matching Roll Width(Word) ........................
Page 231 Steps to install Insert "User Software CD-ROM" into the CD-ROM drive and start the installer. • If the installer screen does not appear automatically, open the CD-ROM drive icon of your computer and double-click the iPFInst.exe icon. Note Click the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In button.
Page 232 Steps to install iPF840 Click the Start button. Click the Yes button. The following message may be displayed in Windows 8 • or a later OS. If this happens, install the .NET Frame- Note work by following the procedure. Click the Exit button.
Page 233: Steps To Uninstall
Steps to uninstall • When you install this software, the virtual printer Canon imagePROGRAF PrintPlugIn may be installed. If you want to use this software, do not uninstall the virtual printer Canon imagePROGRAF PrintPlugIn. Important • The Print Plug-In for Office toolbar/ribbon might not be displayed in Microsoft Office after installing image- PROGRAF Print Plug-In for Office.
Page 234 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed iPF840 Install Print Plug-In for Office. For information about instsalling, see "Steps to install." P.230 ➔ Enabling Print Plug-In for Office for items disabled in Office applications If a problem occurs, such as the system or an application terminating abnormally, the Microsoft Office application disables add-ins as a safety precaution.
Page 235 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed • For Microsoft Office 2007 Click the Office button and then click the <applica- tion name> options button. From the list on the left side of the <application name> options dialog box, select Add-ins.
Page 236: To Start From Microsoft Word
To start from Microsoft Word iPF840 Click About <application name> in the Help menu of application. Click the Disabled Items button in the About <appli- cation name> dialog box. If Addin imageprograf print plug-in (ipfaddinif.dll) is dis- played in the Disabled Items dialog box, select it and click the Enable button.
Page 237 To start from Microsoft Word Check that the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ ribbon is displayed. Click the buttons on the toolbar/ribbon according to the items you want to set. Icon Contents Displays the About, Help, and Special Settings dialog boxes.
Page 238: Print Matching Roll Width(Word)
Print Matching Roll Width(Word) iPF840 Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Large-Format Printing Wizard is open, close the Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to Important change displays or operate the toolbar/ribbon.
Page 239 Print Matching Roll Width(Word) Click Print Matching Roll Width. Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select image size. Select layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages.
Page 240: Borderless Printing(Word)
Borderless Printing(Word) iPF840 Borderless Printing(Word) Borderless Printing(Word) Prints up to the border of the media. Photos and posters can be printed without worrying about margins. Start Microsoft Word. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon.
Page 241 Borderless Printing(Word) Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies.
Page 242: Multi-Page Printing(Word)
Multi-Page Printing(Word) iPF840 Multi-Page Printing(Word) Multi-Page Printing(Word) Prints multiple pages as one page. You can print handouts into a single page, or print matter with many pages. Start Microsoft Word. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon.
Page 243: Register The Settings (Word)
Register the settings (Word) Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor.
Page 244: Print Using Registered Settings(Word)
Print Using Registered Settings(Word) iPF840 Click the One-Touch Registration button. Enter name in Name. Up to 31 characters can be entered. Click . The name you entered is displayed in Registered Settings. Click OK, and return to the Print screen.
Page 245 Print Using Registered Settings(Word) Click Print Using Registered Settings. Click the Nextbutton. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, or Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor.
Page 246: Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word)
Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word) iPF840 Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word) Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Word) Print to the edge of the roll width. You can print large exhibits and posters, or print the Landscape or Portrait Orien- tation Page Sizes made in the Large-Format Printing Wizard.
Page 247: To Start From Microsoft Powerpoint
To start from Microsoft PowerPoint Adjust Length from the list-box or slide-bar. Click the Create Page button. ClickOK if the message is displayed. Edit and create the document. • Printing is done in Print Matching Roll Width of the Printing Wizard. For details on Print Matching Roll Width, see "Print Matching Roll Width(Word)."...
Page 248 To start from Microsoft PowerPoint iPF840 Icon Contents Large-Format Wizard is displayed. Settings for Portrait or Landscape Orientation can be set. Paper Settings Button Printing Wizard dialog box • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box.
Page 249: Print Matching Roll Width(Powerpoint)
Print Matching Roll Width(PowerPoint) Print Matching Roll Width(PowerPoint) Print Matching Roll Width(PowerPoint) Prints to the edge of the roll width. You can print large exhibits and posters, and also print Portrait and Landscape orientations made in Large-Format Printing Wizard.
Page 250: Borderless Printing(Powerpoint)
Borderless Printing(PowerPoint) iPF840 Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor.
Page 251 Borderless Printing(PowerPoint) Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate the tool- Important bar/ribbon.
Page 252: Multi-Page Printing(Powerpoint)
Multi-Page Printing(PowerPoint) iPF840 Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies.
Page 253 Multi-Page Printing(PowerPoint) Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate the tool- Important bar/ribbon.
Page 254: Register The Settings (Powerpoint)
Register the settings (PowerPoint) iPF840 Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor.
Page 255: Print Using Registered Settings(Powerpoint)
Print Using Registered Settings(PowerPoint) Print Using Registered Settings(PowerPoint) Print Using Registered Settings(PowerPoint) Prints using the registered settings. Start Microsoft PowerPoint. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed.
Page 256: Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(Powerpoint)
Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(PowerPoint) iPF840 Click the Nextbutton. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor.
Page 257 Portrait Orientation/Landscape Orientation(PowerPoint) Click Paper Settings from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Large-Format Printing Wizard is open, close the Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to Important change displays or operate the toolbar/ribbon.
Page 258: To Start From Microsoft Excel
To start from Microsoft Excel iPF840 Edit and create the document. • The layout may collapse if you create a form using existing data. If that is the case, modify the data again. Important • Printing is done in Print Matching Roll Width of the Printing Wizard. For details on Print Matching Roll Width, see "Print Matching Roll Width(PowerPoint)."...
Page 259: Print Entire Sheet(Excel)
Print Entire Sheet(Excel) Printing Wizard dialog box • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate the tool- Important bar/ribbon.
Page 260 Print Entire Sheet(Excel) iPF840 If a print area is set, a confirmation message dialog box will appear. To print the entire sheet, cancel the setting of the print area. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. Click Print Entire Sheet.
Page 261 Print Entire Sheet(Excel) The Layout menu will appear automatically. • If data analysis requires time, a message dialog will appear. If you select No, you will return to the applica- tion. Note Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer.
Page 262: Print Selected Area(Excel)
Print Selected Area(Excel) iPF840 If the upper and lower margins are too wide, check No Spaces at Top or Bottom (Conserve Paper). The upper and lower margins can be checked in Print Preview. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor.
Page 263 Print Selected Area(Excel) The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. Click Print Selected Area. • If only one cell is selected, Print Selected Area cannot be selected. Important A message will appear informing you that analysis is in progress.
Page 264: Configuring Binding (Excel)
Configuring Binding (Excel) iPF840 • If data analysis requires time, a message dialog will appear. If you select No, you will return to the applica- tion. Note Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select image size.
Page 265: Configuring Special Settings
Configuring Special Settings Click the Binding Settings button. • You cannot click the Binding Settings button in the following situations. • Important When the Image Size is set to a value smaller than 100% • When a graph is selected •...
Page 266 Configuring Special Settings iPF840 Item Details Center sheets and print areas When this setting is off, printing is performed without changing the position. When this setting is on, printing is performed with the top, bottom, left, and right margins layed out equally. When this setting is off, printing is per- formed without changing the position.
Page 267: Mac Os Software
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Printer Driver ..................268 Preview ....................286 Free Layout ..................307 Printmonitor ................. 499 ➔ Media Configuration Tool ............400 ➔ Handling and Use of Paper...
Page 268: Printer Driver
Printer Driver Settings iPF840 Printer Driver Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings ............................ 268 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver ......................269 Confirming Print Settings ..........................270 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing ..................271 Using Favorites .............................. 271 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ................
Page 269: Specifying Paper In The Printer Driver
Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver • Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome P.283 ➔ • Page Setup Pane P.283 ➔ You can specify the page size of the original, borderless printing, enlargement or reduction, the orientation, the paper size and source, and automatic cutting.
Page 270: Confirming Print Settings
Confirming Print Settings iPF840 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. Access the Page Setup pane. In the Paper Source list, select how paper is supplied. If Roll Paper is selected in...
Page 271: Checking The Layout In A Preview Before Printing
Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing This topic describes how to check the layout before printing using the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview function. Choose Print in the application menu. Access the Main pane.
Page 272: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From Applications
Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications iPF840 • You can save the current print settings by clicking Save Current Settings as Preset (or Save As depending on your version of operating system) from the Presets list in the printing dialog box. This function is supported by the Note operating system.
Page 273 Main Pane Common Items • Media Type Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Dis- playing the Paper Reference Guide.") P.335 ➔ • Displays Paper Detailed Settings. You can configure the printing settings to match the type of media, such as the ink drying time.
Page 274 Main Pane iPF840 Configuration using Easy Settings • Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Printing Photos and Images • P.43 ➔ • Printing Office Documents P.47 ➔ • Print Quality Choose the level of print quality.
Page 275 Main Pane • Print Priority Choose the graphic elements that you want to emphasize for printing. • Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing P.66 ➔ • Print Quality Choose the level of print quality. •...
Page 276: Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box
Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box iPF840 Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box The Paper Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. • To display the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main pane, click Set by Media Type. (See "Main Pane .")
Page 277 Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box Roll Paper Margin for Safety You can specify the length of a margin on the leading edge of paper to ensure that paper susceptible to curling is held firmly against the Platen. • Near End Margin Specify the length of the Near End Margin (the leading edge margin) of the roll, as needed.
Page 278: View Set. Dialog Box For The Printing Application
View set. Dialog Box for the Printing Application iPF840 View set. Dialog Box for the Printing Application View set. Dialog Box for the Printing Application In the View set. dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application.
Page 279 Matching pane Driver Matching Mode The following options are available when you select Driver Matching Mode in the Matching Mode list. • Matching Mode Select the color matching mode to use, as desired. Normally, select Driver Matching Mode. For color matching based on ICC profiles, select ICC Matching Mode depending on your color matching system.
Page 280: Color Settings Pane: Color
Specify the printer profile as desired. We recommend that you select an ICC profile created using commercially available profile creation software in order to perform color management accurately on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper. The created ICC profile needs to be saved in the following folder on the computer you are using.
Page 281: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Color
Object Adjustment dialog box: Color • Gray Tone Adjust the color tone of grays as desired. Choose Cool (tinged with blue) or Warm (tinged with red). • Brightness Adjust the overall image brightness as desired. You can adjust the brightness if the printed document is lighter or darker than the original image (that is, the original photo that was scanned or the original graphic as it ap- pears on the computer screen).
Page 282: Color Settings Pane: Monochrome
Color Settings Pane: Monochrome iPF840 Color Settings Pane: Monochrome Color Settings Pane: Monochrome On the Color Adjustment pane for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. • To display the Color Adjustment pane, on the Main pane, click Color Settings in Advanced Settings. (See "Main Pane .")
Page 283: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Monochrome
Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to. If an original comprises images, graphics, and text, you can specify which portion to apply color adjustment to.
Page 284: Additional Settings Pane
Additional Settings Pane iPF840 • Enlarged/Reduced Printing Select this checkbox to choose the following options. • Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width P.74 ➔ Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value • P.78 ➔ • Fit Roll Paper Width Resizes the document image to match the roll width.
Page 285 Additional Settings Pane • Print after reception is complete You can prevent degradation of print quality that occurs when receiving a print job is interrupted and printing is aborted in the middle. User's Guide...
Page 286: Preview
The Features of Preview iPF840 Preview Preview The Features of Preview ..........................286 Starting Preview ............................. 286 Preview Main Window ............................ 287 Paper Settings Panel ............................290 Easy Settings ............................291 Advanced Settings ............................ 292 Output Settings Panel ............................ 293 Color Settings Panel ............................
Page 287: Preview Main Window
Preview Main Window Click the Print button in the Print dialog box. Preview main window is displayed. Preview Main Window Preview Main Window The Preview main window consists of the menu and tool bars, and preview, dialog , drawer and status area.
Page 288 Preview Main Window iPF840 • You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool bar. Note Menu Bar • This allows you to select menus required for operations. Tool Bar • This allows you to select tool buttons required for major operations.
Page 289 Preview Main Window • Dialog Area This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. • Drawer Area This allows you to display the thumbnails of a document. This area appears when you click Drawer from the tool bar.
Page 290: Paper Settings Panel
Paper Settings Panel iPF840 Paper Settings Panel Paper Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Paper Settings in the dialog area. • Media Type This allows you to select the media type. • Always select media type that is actually set in the printer. When the media you chose is different from the media set in the printer, you may not receive the desired print results.
Page 291: Easy Settings
Easy Settings • The maximum value is 999. • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. Note • Restore Defaults Button Click the button to reset to the setting when starting Preview. Print Button •...
Page 292: Advanced Settings
Advanced Settings iPF840 Setting Details Custom Settings Suitable for printing documents for which Advanced Settings have been specified. • The number of settings available for selection depends on the media type. Note • Print Quality Selecting print quality strikes a balance between the quality of the printed image and printing speed.
Page 293: Output Settings Panel
Output Settings Panel Setting Details Line Drawing This mode is best for printing CAD drawings with fine lines or wall newssheet or other documents that contain large amounts of text. However, you may not achieve the quality you expect with printing photographs or other images with many filled areas. For these types of jobs, select Image.
Page 294 Output Settings Panel iPF840 The following settings are available for enlarged/reduced printing. Setting Details Fit Paper Size Enlarges/reduces the whole page automatically to fit the media size selected for output. Select the media size to print from Paper Size. Fit Roll Paper Width Enlarges/reduces the whole page automatically to fit the width of the roll paper with the page width.
Page 295: Color Settings Panel
Color Settings Panel • Restore Defaults Button Click the button to reset to the setting when starting Preview. Print Button • Click the button to begin printing. • Update Printer Info. Button Click the button to acquire printer information.
Page 296: Color Adjustment
Color Adjustment iPF840 • Matching is not displayed if No color correction has been selected in Color Mode. Note • Restore Defaults Button Click the button to reset to the setting when starting Preview. Print Button • Click the button to begin printing.
Page 297 Color Adjustment Setting Details Contrast *For soft gradation, decrease the contrast. For hard gradation, increase the contrast. Saturation Adjusts the hues for vivid color or dark color. Gray Tone Adjusts gray from cool black (bluish tones) to warm black (reddish tones).
Page 298: Matching
Matching iPF840 Matching Matching You can set the matching. • If No color correction is selected under Color Mode, the Matching is not displayed. Important • Matching Mode You can select a matching mode to suit the print job. Setting...
Page 299: Driver Matching Mode
Driver Matching Mode • Input Profile Select the input profile. • You can select only after ICC Matching Mode has been selected in Matching Mode. Note • Printer Profile Select the printer profile. • You can select only after ICC Matching Mode has been selected in Matching Mode.
Page 300: Icc Matching Mode
ICC Matching Mode iPF840 ICC Matching Mode ICC Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select ICC Matching Mode. Click the Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively. Smooth gradation is a feature.
Page 301: Colorsync
ColorSync ColorSync ColorSync Check that ColorSync is selected in Matching Mode. To apply ColorSync to previews, check the Soft Proof check box. Preferences Dialog Box Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Preferences from the imagePROGRAF Advanced Preview menu. You can set the preferences for Preview.
Page 302: Go To Page Dialog Box
Go to Page Dialog Box iPF840 • You can input between 10 and 400. • You can change the numbers by clicking ▼ button. Note Go to Page Dialog Box Go to Page Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Go to Page from the View menu.
Page 303: Print On The Center
Print on the Center Print on the Center Print on the Center You can print on the center of the media loaded in the printer. • This is not displayed when a checkmark is placed in Borderless Printing. Note...
Page 304: Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees
Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees iPF840 Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees You can save paper by printing in landscape orientation on roll paper. On the Paper Settings Panel , select Roll Paper in Paper Source.
Page 305: Display With Actual Size
Display with Actual Size All is displayed. Display with Actual Size Display with Actual Size In the preview area, you can display the actual size. Select Actual Size from the tool bar. Actual size is displayed. Moving a Page Moving a Page You can move a page to display in the preview area.
Page 306 Moving a Page iPF840 The target page appears. • You can also move a page by clicking the page on the thumbnails. Note User's Guide...
Page 307: Free Layout
The Features of Free Layout Free Layout Free Layout The Features of Free Layout ........................... 307 Starting Free Layout ............................307 Free Layout Main Window ..........................308 Paper Settings Panel ............................310 Easy Settings ............................311 Advanced Settings ............................ 312 Color Settings Panel ............................
Page 308: Free Layout Main Window
Free Layout Main Window iPF840 Click the Print button in the Print dialog box. Free Layout main window is displayed. Free Layout Main Window Free Layout Main Window The Free Layout main window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and dialog areas.
Page 309 Free Layout Main Window • Menu Bar This allows you to select menus required for operations. Tool Bar • This allows you to select tool buttons required for major operations. Layout Area • This allows you to lay out objects and edit the object size and orientation.
Page 310: Paper Settings Panel
Paper Settings Panel iPF840 Paper Settings Panel Paper Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Paper Settings in the dialog area. • Media Type This allows you to select the media type. • Always select media type that is actually set in the printer. When the media you chose is different from the media set in the printer, you may not receive the desired print results.
Page 311: Easy Settings
Easy Settings • The maximum value is 999. • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. Note • Restore Defaults Button Click the button to reset to the setting when starting Free Layout.
Page 312: Advanced Settings
Advanced Settings iPF840 Setting Details Custom Settings Suitable for printing documents for which Advanced Settings have been specified. • The number of settings available for selection depends on the media type. Note • Print Quality Selecting print quality strikes a balance between the quality of the printed image and printing speed.
Page 313: Color Settings Panel
Color Settings Panel Setting Details Line Drawing This mode is best for printing CAD drawings with fine lines or wall newssheet or other documents that contain large amounts of text. However, you may not achieve the quality you expect with printing photographs or other images with many filled areas. For these types of jobs, select Image.
Page 314: Color Adjustment
Color Adjustment iPF840 • Color Mode You can select a color mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Color Enables color printing. Monochrome Disables color printing and converts image from continuous color to grayscaled mono- chrome. Color (CAD) Prints lines in the best color possible so they are easy to see.
Page 315 Color Adjustment Select Color Adjustment. Drag each slider to the left or right to adjust. Setting Details Cyan Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues. Magenta Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues. Yellow Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues.
Page 316: Matching
Matching iPF840 Select Color Adjustment. Drag each slider to the left or right to adjust. Setting Details Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the entire image. When the results of the printout are brighter than the original images such as the original photo before scanning and graphics cre- ated on the display, or when you want to print in different degrees of brightness, use this feature.
Page 317: Matching Method
Matching • Matching Mode You can select a matching mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Driver Matching Mode Enables printing of optimal color tones using a driver specific color profile. You should nor- P.318 ➔ mally select this mode.
Page 318: Driver Matching Mode
Driver Matching Mode iPF840 • You can select only after ICC Matching Mode has been selected in Matching Mode. Note • Soft Proof When you place a checkmark here, ColorSync applies to the layout area. • You can select only after ColorSync has been selected in Matching Mode.
Page 319: Icc Matching Mode
ICC Matching Mode ICC Matching Mode ICC Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select ICC Matching Mode. Click the Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively. Smooth gradation is a feature.
Page 320: Colorsync
ColorSync iPF840 ColorSync ColorSync Check that ColorSync is selected in Matching Mode. Place a checkmark on Soft Proof to simulate the output product in Layout Area. Preferences Dialog Box Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Preferences from the imagePROGRAF Advanced Preview menu. You can set the preferences for Free Layout.
Page 321: Page Setup Dialog Box
Page Setup Dialog Box • Divisions You can change the number of divisions of grid lines so that they serve as a guide to laying out objects. • You can input between 1 and 10. • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button.
Page 322: Zoom Dialog Box
Zoom Dialog Box iPF840 When you place a checkmark on Auto Settings, the one-page length to be printed on roll paper is automati- cally set so that the laid-out objects are printed on one page. • Available only if rolls are selected in Paper Source.
Page 323: Format Dialog Box
Format Dialog Box Format Dialog Box Format Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Format from the Object menu after you select an object. You can rotate, enlarge, or reduce an object. • When the objects are not selected, you can not select Format.
Page 324: Laying Out A Document Created With Multiple Application Programs On One Page
Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page iPF840 Leaving Free Layout running, open other files with the application software and repeat the above steps. Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One...
Page 325: Moving An Object
Moving an Object Resizing by means of mouse operation Select an object. Place the pointer at a corner of the selection box around the object to show the arrow handle, and drag this handle to change the object size.
Page 326: Laying Out Objects Automatically
Laying out Objects Automatically iPF840 Select Rotate Left or Rotate Right from the toolbar. Alternatively, you may click on the Rotate check box in the Format Dialog Box then select Rotate P.323 ➔ Right or Rotate Left, and click the OK button.
Page 327 Aligning Objects • Center Vertically Lays out the objects, justifying them to the verti- cal center. • Align Bottom Lays out the objects, justifying them to the bot- tom. • Align Left Lays out the objects, justifying them to the left.
Page 328: Changing The Object Overlapping Order
Changing the Object Overlapping Order iPF840 • Align Right Lays out the objects, justifying them to the right. Changing the Object Overlapping Order Changing the Object Overlapping Order You can change the object overlapping order. Select an object. Select the overlapping order menu from the Object menu.
Page 329: Pasting A Copied Or Cut Object
Pasting a Copied or Cut Object • Send Backward Moves the object one position to the back. Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Click Copy or Cut from the toolbar. Alternatively, you may select Copy or Cut from the Edit menu.
Page 330 User's Guide...
Page 331: Handling And Use Of Paper
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Paper ....................332 Handling rolls ..................342 Handling sheets ................. 369 Output Stacker .................. 375 Media Configuration Tool (Windows) ..........378 Media Configuration Tool (Mac OS) ..........
Page 332: Paper
• Method of Updating Supported Paper Paper that is supported by the printer may be newly released on the Canon website. To use newly released paper, register the latest paper information on the printer with the Media Configuration Tool. (See "Updating paper information.") P.338...
Page 333 Paper Sizes Roll Paper Width Setting in Printer Driver Borderless Printing ( *1 ) Roll Width 841.0 mm (33.11 in) ISO A0/A1 Roll (841.0mm) 762.0 mm (30.00 in) 30-in. Roll (762.0mm) 728.0 mm (28.66 in) JIS B1/B2 Roll (728.0mm) 609.6 mm (24.00 in)
Page 334: Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper When using this printer to print on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper, use paper that meets the following conditions.
Page 335: Printing On Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper Using Existing Settings
• The genuine Canon paper settings provided in the printer control panel and printer driver are optimized for genu- ine Canon paper. If these settings are selected for printing on paper other than genuine Canon paper, the ink may Important bleed or the printhead may rub against the paper.
Page 336 Displaying the Paper Reference Guide iPF840 (See "Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu (Windows).") P.165 ➔ Select the Support sheet and click the User Man- ual button. Click Paper Reference Guide. Mac OS • The basic instructions for displaying the Paper Reference Guide from the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor are as follows.
Page 337 Displaying the Paper Reference Guide Select the printer from the list of printers and click Op- tions & Supplies. Click Utility. Click Open Printer Utility. Click Support. User's Guide...
Page 338: Updating Paper Information
Internet is required in order to download the Media Information File. Important If you are using the Media Configuration Tool, the Media Information File is downloaded automatically. To download it manually, access the Canon website. The Canon website can be accessed from the link in the in- stalled software. •...
Page 339 Canon website is displayed. Mac OS • The basic instructions for accessing the Canon website from imagePROGRAF Printmonitor are as follows. Click the System Preferences icon in the Dock. Click Print & Scan. (This is identified as Printers &...
Page 340 Updating paper information iPF840 Click Utility. Click Open Printer Utility. Click Support. User's Guide...
Page 341 Updating paper information Click the Support Information button. The default browser on your computer is started and the Canon website is displayed. User's Guide...
Page 342: Handling Rolls
Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls iPF840 Handling rolls Handling rolls Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls ........................342 Loading Rolls in the Printer ..........................345 Changing the Type of Paper ........................... 350 Specifying the Paper Length ........................... 352 Removing the Roll from the Printer ......................... 352 Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls .......................
Page 343 Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls • When handling the roll, be careful not to soil the printing surface. This may affect the printing quality. We recom- mend wearing clean cloth gloves when handling rolls to protect the printing surface.
Page 344 Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls iPF840 With the edge of the roll paper facing forward as shown, in- sert the Roll Holder from the right of the roll. Insert it firmly until the roll touches the flange (a) of the Roll Holder.
Page 345: Loading Rolls In The Printer
Loading Rolls in the Printer Insert the Holder Stopper from the left in the Roll Holder as shown. Holding it at the position shown (b), push it firmly in until the flange (a) of the Holder Stopper touches the roll.
Page 346 Loading Rolls in the Printer iPF840 Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide. Holding the Roll Holder so that the side with the white gear faces the side of the Roll Holder Slot with a white gear, load the Roll Holder shaft (a) into the grooves (b) on both ends of the Roll Holder Slot.
Page 347 Loading Rolls in the Printer • Be careful not to soil the printing surface of roll paper as you insert it in the slot. This may affect the printing quality. We recommend wearing clean cloth gloves when handling rolls to protect the printing Important surface.
Page 348 Loading Rolls in the Printer iPF840 • For details on types of paper to select, see the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Displaying the Paper Reference Guide.") P.335 ➔ Note • Adjusting the printhead alignment with the type of paper to be used in printing may enhance printing quali- ty.
Page 349 Loading Rolls in the Printer Holding the Roll Holder so that the side with the white gear faces the side of the Roll Holder Slot with a white gear, load the Roll Holder shaft (a) into the grooves (b) on both ends of the Roll Holder Slot.
Page 350: Changing The Type Of Paper
Changing the Type of Paper iPF840 In a crouching position, push the Roll Unit into the printer. Press the OK button. The paper is now advanced. Once paper feeding starts, you will need to do the following, based on the ManageRemainRoll setting and the barcode printed on rolls.
Page 351 Changing the Type of Paper Changing the Type of Paper • When you load a roll, a menu for selection of the type of paper is shown on the Display Screen. Select the type of paper, and then press the OK button.
Page 352: Specifying The Paper Length
Specifying the Paper Length iPF840 • The specified media type setting is updated in the following situations. Note • When using sheets, if you send a print job before loading a sheet, the media type setting is updated to match the type of paper specified by the print job.
Page 353 Removing the Roll from the Printer Removing rolls from the Roll 1 (Upper) position On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Paper tab ( Ready OK: Paper Menu Plain Paper Plain Paper •...
Page 354 Removing the Roll from the Printer iPF840 Holding the Roll Holder flange (a), remove the holder from the Roll Holder Slot. • For instructions on removing the Roll Holder from rolls, see "Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls." P.356 ➔...
Page 355 Removing the Roll from the Printer Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. The roll is rewound. If you have selected ManageRemainRoll > On in • the Control Panel menu, a barcode is printed on Important the leading edge of the roll.
Page 356: Removing The Roll Holder From Rolls
Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls iPF840 In a crouching position, push the Roll Unit in with both hands. Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls Lift the Holder Stopper lever (a) from the shaft side to un- lock it.
Page 357: Feeding Roll Paper Manually
Feeding Roll Paper Manually • 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment #2 ( Holder Stopper side) • 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment • Store the roll in the original bag or box, away from high temperature, humidity, and direct sunlight. If paper is not...
Page 358: Keeping Track Of The Amount Of Roll Paper Left
Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left iPF840 Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left Setting ManageRemainRoll to On in the Paper Menu of the Control Panel will print a barcode with text on the roll when the roll is removed that identifies the type of paper and amount left.
Page 359 Specifying the Ink Drying Time for Rolls Select the Main sheet and click Advanced Set- tings in Media Type. In the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select the desired settings values in tween Pages and Between Scans in Drying Time, and then click OK.
Page 360: Specifying The Cutting Method For Rolls
Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF840 In the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select the desired settings values in tween Pages and Between Scans in Drying Time, and then click OK. (See "Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS).")
Page 361 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls • Automatic and Eject are valid only when you have selected Automatic Cutting > Yes in the printer driver. • Note With Eject, printing does not resume after a series of jobs have been printed continuously until the roll is cut.
Page 362 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF840 Print the job. When printing is finished, the printer will stop without cutting. Holding the printed document to prevent it from dropping, press the Cut button to cut the roll. Manual (when using media that cannot be cut with the Cutter Unit )
Page 363 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls Press the Feed button. Roll paper is fed to the specified cut position and then auto- matically stopped. Cut the roll paper manually with scissors or the like. Press the OK button. After the roll is rewound, it stops automatically.
Page 364 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF840 Press the OK button. The Paper Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the OK button.
Page 365 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls Cut the roll paper manually with scissors or the like. • Cut at the dotted line printed on the paper. If you cut on the printer side of the dotted line, the paper leading edge may rub against the printhead and may deviate from the paper retainer.
Page 366: Cutting The Leading Edge Of Roll Paper Automatically
Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically iPF840 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. After the roll paper is cut, it is rewound automatically. Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically...
Page 367: Reducing Dust From Cutting Rolls
Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls Press the OK button. The Paper Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the OK button.
Page 368: Roll Holder Set
Roll Holder Set iPF840 Roll Holder Set Roll Holder Set Load a roll on the roll holder and then load the holder in the printer. The Roll Holder in the Roll Holder Set RH2-44 is for use with both 2-inch and 3-inch paper cores. Use the correct attachment for the particular paper core. (See "Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls.")
Page 369: Handling Sheets
Loading Sheets in the Printer Handling sheets Handling sheets Loading Sheets in the Printer .......................... 369 Changing the Type of Paper ........................... 350 Printing From a Desired Starting Point ......................371 Removing Sheets ............................373 Clearing a Jammed Sheet ........................608 ➔...
Page 370 Loading Sheets in the Printer iPF840 Lift the Release Lever and open the Top Cover. • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Ink Tube Stabilizer (c). Touching these parts may Important damage them. With a sheet lengthwise and printing-side up, insert it between the Platen (a) and the Paper Retainer (b).
Page 371: Printing From A Desired Starting Point
Printing From a Desired Starting Point • You can adjust the strength of suction holding paper against the Platen when the Release Lever is up. If it is difficult to load paper, press the ▲ or ▼ button on the Control Panel to adjust the strength. Set suction Note stronger by pressing the ▲...
Page 372 Printing From a Desired Starting Point iPF840 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Width Detection, and then press the OK button.
Page 373: Removing Sheets
Removing Sheets Keeping the right edge of the paper aligned with the exten- ded line of the paper alignment line (a) on the right side of the printer and the position from which to start printing aligned with the groove (b) at the far end of the platen, load the paper.
Page 374 Removing Sheets iPF840 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. The paper is ejected from the front of the printer. As you hold the sheet, lift the Release Lever and remove the sheet. Lower the Release Lever.
Page 375: Output Stacker
Wheeled Output Stacker Output Stacker Output Stacker Wheeled Output Stacker ..........................375 Using the Wheeled Output Stacker ......................375 Wheeled Output Stacker Wheeled Output Stacker An output stacker with casters, positioned in front of the printer. Output Stacker A cloth tray that catches ejected documents.
Page 376 Using the Wheeled Output Stacker iPF840 Positioning the Wheeled Output Stacker by the printer Holding the Output Stacker Ejection Guides (a), move the stacker between the printer Stand. Lock the casters. Removing the Wheeled Output Stacker from the printer •...
Page 377 Using the Wheeled Output Stacker Holding the Output Stacker Ejection Guides (a), move the stacker away from the printer. User's Guide...
Page 378: Media Configuration Tool (Windows)
• When new paper supported by the printer is added, the media information file can be automatically downloa- ded from the Canon website and the new media information can be added to the printer control panel and printer driver. •...
Page 379 Installation Procedures Start the Media Configuration Tool installer. Click the Next button. The next screen presents selections for the country or area where the printer is used. Select a country or territory then click the Next but- ton. The License Agreement is displayed.
Page 380: Updating Media Information After Installation
Updating Media Information After Installation iPF840 The Installation Complete screen appears. Click the Finish button. This completes the installation of Media Configuration Tool. • After the installation is finished, update the media information by referring to Updating Media Informa- tion After Installation P.380...
Page 381 Updating Media Information After Installation • If the main window is displayed at this time, it means that the media information has already been updated and the rest of the operation is not needed. Note If the message on the right is displayed, the media •...
Page 382 If the following message is displayed, configure the settings by using the following procedure. Open a web browser on a computer that can access the Internet, and access the Canon website. Download the media information file (.amx file) corresponding to the printer to update from the Canon web- site.
Page 383 Updating Media Information After Installation Select the folder that contains the media information file (.amx file) you downloaded and click the OK button. The names of the media information files contained in the selected folder are displayed in the Media Infor- mation File field in the Add Media Type dialog box.
Page 384: Media Configuration Tool Main Window
Media Configuration Tool Main Window iPF840 The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. The printer control panel and printer driver media in- formation is updated. • You should normally select Update the printer control panel and printer driver.
Page 385: Editing Media Type Information For Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
When this button is clicked, the Edit Media Types dialog box is displayed, which allows you to add media information files released by Canon to the printer control panel and printer driver. You can also change names, toggle between displaying and hiding, and delete added media types.
Page 386: Adding Media Types
Adding Media Types Adding Media Types You can register media information files (.amx file) released by Canon in the printer control panel and printer driver. • Do not attempt to print or turn the printer off while the program is communicating with the printer.
Page 387 When a newer version of media information file than the media information file that is applied to your printer driver is released on the Canon website, the message on the right is displayed. To update the media information, click the OK button.
Page 388 If the following message is displayed, configure the settings by using the following procedure. Open a web browser on a computer that can access the Internet, and access the Canon website. Download the media information file (.amx file) corresponding to the printer to update from the Canon web- site.
Page 389 Adding Media Types Copy the downloaded media information file (.amx file) to the computer where the Media Configuration Tool is installed. Run the Media Configuration Tool. Click the Add Genuine Paper button in the main window, and then click the Add button in the Edit Media Types dialog box.
Page 390: Changing Media Names
Changing Media Names iPF840 In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. The printer control panel and printer driver media in- formation is updated.
Page 391 Changing Media Names Click the Add Genuine Paper button in the Media Configuration Tool main window. • For more information on the procedure for opening the Media Configuration Tool main window, see "Media Configuration Tool Main Window." P.384 ➔...
Page 392: Deleting Media Types You Have Added
Deleting Media Types You Have Added iPF840 In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. The printer control panel and printer driver media in- formation is updated.
Page 393 Deleting Media Types You Have Added Click the Add Genuine Paper button in the Media Configuration Tool main window. • For more information on the procedure for opening the Media Configuration Tool main window, see "Media Configuration Tool Main Window."...
Page 394: Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide
Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide iPF840 The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. The printer control panel and printer driver media in- formation is updated. • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media informa- tion file is updated.
Page 395 Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide The Edit Media Types dialog box is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the name of the media to switch off or on for display. Click the Show/Hide button. The selected paper is alternately shown or hidden.
Page 396: Changing The Display Order Of Media Types
Changing the Display Order of Media Types iPF840 • You should normally select Update the printer control panel and printer driver. Note • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media informa- tion file is updated.
Page 397 Changing the Display Order of Media Types Select the paper in the Media Type list for which to change the display order, and then click the buttons to move the item ( The selected item moves one line up or down for ev- ery button click.
Page 398: Applying A Saved Media Information File On Another Computer
Applying a Saved Media Information File on Another Computer iPF840 Applying a Saved Media Information File on Another Computer Applying a Saved Media Information File on Another Computer You can import and use the media information file you saved from your computer on other printers and computer by using the following procedure.
Page 399: Checking The Update
Checking the update In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. Checking the update Checking the update After updating the media information using the Media Configuration Tool, you can check whether the update has been applied to the printer in the control panel of the printer.
Page 400: Media Configuration Tool (Mac Os)
• When new paper supported by the printer is added, the media information file can be automatically downloa- ded from the Canon website and the new media information can be added to the printer control panel and printer driver. •...
Page 401 Tool.pkg to start the Media Configuration Tool installer. The Software License Agreement is displayed. After you have read Canon Software License Agree- ment, click the Continue button. The next screen presents selections for the country or area where the printer is used.
Page 402: Updating Media Information After Installation
Important Do not attempt to print or turn the printer off while the program is communicating with the printer. From the Applications menu, select Canon Utilities > imagePROGRAF Media Configuration Tool > CNWIMCT. The Select Printer dialog box is displayed. Select the printer for which to configure the media informa- tion, and then click the Next button.
Page 403 Updating Media Information After Installation The Add Media Type dialog box is displayed. Make sure that Connect to the Internet to get the latest information is selected, and then click the OK but- ton. The latest media information file is downloaded from the Internet.
Page 404 If the following message is displayed, configure the settings by using the following procedure. Open a web browser on a computer that can access the Internet, and access the Canon website. Download the media information file (.amx file) corresponding to the printer to update from the Canon web- site.
Page 405 Updating Media Information After Installation Run the Media Configuration Tool, then select Speci- fy the Media Information File and click the Browse button in the Add Media Type dialog box. Select the folder that contains the media information file (.amx file) you downloaded and click the Open button.
Page 406: Media Configuration Tool Main Window
Use the following procedure to open Media Configuration Tool main window. • Do not attempt to print or turn the printer off while the program is communicating with the printer. Important From the Applications menu, select Canon Utilities > imagePROGRAF Media Configuration Tool > CNWIMCT. User's Guide...
Page 407 When this button is clicked, the Edit Media Types dialog box is displayed, which allows you to add media information files released by Canon to the printer control panel and printer driver. You can also change names, toggle between displaying and hiding, and delete added media types.
Page 408: Editing Media Type Information For Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper iPF840 Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper When adding genuine paper and feed confirmed paper to the printer control panel and printer driver and when edit- ing media type information, click the Add Genuine Paper button in the Media Configuration Tool main window to open the Edit Media Types dialog box.
Page 409: Adding Media Types
Adding Media Types Adding Media Types You can register media information files (.amx file) released by Canon in the printer control panel and printer driver. • Do not attempt to print or turn the printer off while the program is communicating with the printer.
Page 410 Adding Media Types iPF840 Make sure that Connect to the Internet to get the latest information is selected, and then click the OK button. • When you update the media information, the paper display order and Show/Hide settings return to their default values.
Page 411 If the following message is displayed, configure the settings by using the following procedure. Open a web browser on a computer that can access the Internet, and access the Canon website. Download the media information file (.amx file) corresponding to the printer to update from the Canon web- site.
Page 412 Adding Media Types iPF840 Select Specify the Media Information File in the Add Media Type dialog box, and then click the Browse button. Select the folder that contains the media information file (.amx file) you downloaded and click the Open button.
Page 413: Changing Media Names
Changing Media Names In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. The printer control panel and printer driver media in- formation is updated.
Page 414 Changing Media Names iPF840 Click the Add Genuine Paper button in the Media Configuration Tool main window. • For more information on the procedure for opening the Media Configuration Tool main window, see "Media Configuration Tool Main Window." P.406 ➔...
Page 415 Changing Media Names • To restore the original names, click the Restore button. • Note The characters that can be entered for Name in Printer Driver and Name on Control Panel are stated below. alphanumeric, space, "-", ".", "_", "(", ")", "+", "%", ",", "/"...
Page 416: Deleting Media Types You Have Added
Deleting Media Types You Have Added iPF840 Deleting Media Types You Have Added Deleting Media Types You Have Added • Do not attempt to print or turn the printer off while the program is communicating with the printer. Important Click the Add Genuine Paper button in the Media Configuration Tool main window.
Page 417: Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide
Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. The printer control panel and printer driver media in- formation is updated.
Page 418 Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide iPF840 Click the Add Genuine Paper button in the Media Configuration Tool main window. • For more information on the procedure for opening the Media Configuration Tool main window, see "Media Configuration Tool Main Window."...
Page 419: Changing The Display Order Of Media Types
Changing the Display Order of Media Types In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. The printer control panel and printer driver media in- formation is updated.
Page 420 Changing the Display Order of Media Types iPF840 Click the Add Genuine Paper button in the Media Configuration Tool main window. • For more information on the procedure for opening the Media Configuration Tool main window, see "Media Configuration Tool Main Window."...
Page 421: Applying A Saved Media Information File On Another Computer
Applying a Saved Media Information File on Another Computer In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. The printer control panel and printer driver media in- formation is updated.
Page 422 Applying a Saved Media Information File on Another Computer iPF840 Install and run the Media Configuration Tool on the other computer. Select the printer in the Select Printer dialog box, and then click the Next button. • Select the printer model that matches the media information file you are attempting to import.
Page 423: Checking The Update
Checking the update Configure Update Target and click the Execute but- ton. Checking the update Checking the update After updating the media information using the Media Configuration Tool, you can check whether the update has been applied to the printer in the control panel of the printer.
Page 424 User's Guide...
Page 425: Control Panel
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Operations and Display Screen ............426 Printer Menu ..................435 Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality...
Page 426: Operations And Display Screen
Control Panel iPF840 Operations and Display Screen Operations and Display Screen Control Panel ..............................426 Control Panel Display ............................. 428 How to View Instructions With Navigate ......................432 Checking Instructions During Printer Operations ..................... 434 Control Panel Control Panel Display Screen Shows printer menus, as well as the printer status and messages.
Page 427 Control Panel • ▼ button Press this button in the menu to move to another item. In menu items requiring numerical input, press this button to decrement the number. OK button Press this button on the Tab Selection screen to display the menu of the tab shown.
Page 428: Control Panel Display
Control Panel Display iPF840 Control Panel Display Control Panel Display After the printer starts up, the Tab Selection screen is displayed. Each of the four tabs presents status, menus, and error information related to the particular tab. Types of tabs The Tab Selection screen presents four tabs.
Page 429: Printer Status And Modes
Control Panel Display Printer status and modes The printer has the following status. Standby The printer is ready to receive jobs sent from the computer. Jobs sent from the computer are printed immediately. Ready OK: Paper Menu Plain Paper...
Page 430 Control Panel Display iPF840 Display Transitions in Normal Status The display transitions while the printer is in the normal status (the status where no errors have occurred) are shown below. *1: The printer automatically enters Sleep mode when idle for a specific period (by default, five minutes), that is, if no print jobs are received or buttons are pressed while all covers are closed.
Page 431 Control Panel Display Display Transitions in Error Status The display transitions while an error has occurred on the printer are shown below. If multiple errors have occurred, the tabs for errors that have occurred other than the currently displayed error are displayed flashing.
Page 432: How To View Instructions With Navigate
How to View Instructions With Navigate iPF840 How to View Instructions With Navigate How to View Instructions With Navigate You can refer to instructions for loading paper, replacing ink tanks, and performing other operations on the printer control panel. •...
Page 433 How to View Instructions With Navigate Example: Loading sheets No Paper Loaded OK: Paper Menu Load the paper. Navigate button Navigate Load Roll Paper Load Cut Sheet Eject Paper Roll Pap.Feeding Roll Pap.Cutting OK button Load Cut Sheet View Op. Guide...
Page 434: Checking Instructions During Printer Operations
Checking Instructions During Printer Operations iPF840 Checking Instructions During Printer Operations Checking Instructions During Printer Operations You can refer to instructions on the printer control panel when loading paper, replacing ink tanks, or performing oth- er operations. How to view instructions Once you complete an action described in the instructions, the printer detects the action and switches to the next instruction screen.
Page 435: Printer Menu
Printer Menu Operations Printer Menu Printer Menu Printer Menu Operations ..........................435 Menu Operations ............................436 Menu Structure .............................. 439 Menu Settings ..............................445 Status Print ..............................456 Printing Interface Setting Reports ........................459 Setting Control panel access lock ........................461...
Page 436: Menu Operations
Menu Operations iPF840 The following operations are available from the menu during printing. Ink Menu • Ink menu operations Job Menu • Menu operations to manage print jobs Set./Adj. Menu • Fine-tuning paper feeding Display of printer-related information For a description of specific menu items available, see "Menu Settings."...
Page 437 Menu Operations • Press Back to access a higher menu in the menu list, and press OK to access a lower one. If not all menu items are displayed, hold down ▲ or ▼ to scroll through higher and lower menu items. Items you select are highlighted.
Page 438 Menu Operations iPF840 Specifying numerical values Follow these steps to enter numbers. In this example, network settings items are entered. Press the ◀ or ▶ button to move to the next field for input. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to enter the value.
Page 439: Menu Structure
Menu Structure Menu Structure Menu Structure The menu structure is shown categorized by tab. The * on the right side of an item indicates the default value. The printer menu is classified into regular menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu during printing items only available while printing is in progress.
Page 440 Menu Structure iPF840 First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Width Detection Off | On* Return Defaults Paper Details Keep Paper Type Off* | On *1:For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Displaying the Paper Reference Guide.")
Page 441 Menu Structure Set./Adj. Menu Limited items are displayed during printing. The displayed items are indicated by annotations. First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level Test Print Nozzle Check | Status Print | Interface Print | GL2 Set Print | Paper Details | Print Job Log | Menu Map | Color...
Page 442 Menu Structure iPF840 First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level Pen Setup Select Pa- Software* | Palette A | Palette B | Factory lette Define Pa- Palette A (Select the Width...
Page 443 Menu Structure First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level DHCPv6( *8 On | Off* )( *10 ) DNS Set- DNS Dync Statefull On | Off* tings( *9 ) update( *9 )
Page 444 Menu Structure iPF840 First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level Nozzle Frequency Standard* | 1 page | 10 pages | Off Check Warning Off* | On CarriageS- Automatic* | Fixed canWdth...
Page 445: Menu Settings
Menu Settings Menu Settings Menu Settings Menu items are as follows. The printer menu is classified into regular menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu during printing items only available while printing is in progress. see "Printer Menu Operations."...
Page 446 Menu Settings iPF840 Setting Item Description, Instructions (See "Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatical- Paper Details (The type of pa- Trim Edge First ly.") per is displayed P.366 ➔ here.)( *1 ) CutDustReduct. If you choose On, a line will be printed at the cut position when paper cutting is selected.
Page 447 Indicates the total hard disk capacity and the mail box free space. *1:Canon cannot guarantee the accuracy of these estimates. These estimates will also vary depending on the conditions of print- er use. *2:This is displayed when Show Job Log is On in System Setup.
Page 448 Menu Settings iPF840 *3:Even if Show Job Log is Off in System Setup, it is displayed if a password is configured in Change Password in the Admin. Menu and the password has been authenticated. Set./Adj. Menu Limited items are displayed during printing. The displayed items are indicated by annotations.
Page 449 Print with approximate colors emulating Canon iPF750, iPF755, iPF650, iPF655, iPF760, iPF765. Color (CAD) 3 Print emulating the following printers, in colors resembling colors produced by these printers: Canon iPF500, iPF600, iPF700, iPF510, iPF610, iPF710, iPF605, iPF720, iPF810, iPF820, iPF815 and iPF825. User's Guide...
Page 450 Menu Settings iPF840 Setting Item Description, Instructions Quality Color Color (CAD) 4 Print emulating the HP Designjet 4000/4500, in colors re- Settings Manag- Mode sembling colors produced by these printers. ( *4 ) Color (CAD) 5 Print emulating the HP Designjet T1100, in colors resem- bling colors produced by this printer.
Page 451 Menu Settings Setting Item Description, Instructions Line & Enable merge Specify whether to merge or print over colors where lines Settings overlap. Manag- Choose Off to print the second line over the first. Choose On to merge all overlapping colors.
Page 452 Menu Settings iPF840 Setting Item Description, Instructions Line & Ln wdth correct You can configure Black/gray and Color for each group. Settings The specified range is -20 to +20. Manag- Proces- Warning Select On to have any GL2-related warnings displayed.
Page 453 Menu Settings Setting Item Description, Instructions Inter- TCP/IP IPv6 Specify the DNS server address. Sec. DNS SrvAddr face Settings DNS Host Name Specify the DNS host name. Setup DNS Domain Name Specify the DNS domain name. Ether- Auto Detect Specify the communication method.
Page 454 Menu Settings iPF840 Setting Item Description, Instructions System Keep Paper Size Choose On to use the paper size setting as the basis for Setup printing instead of other settings. The margin setting of the printer menu will be used instead of the margin setting of the printer driver if the latter is smaller, which may prevent text or images in the margin from being printed.
Page 455 Menu Settings Setting Item Description, Instructions System Reset PaprSetngs Restores settings that you have changed with Media Con- Setup figuration Tool to the default values. Erase High Speed Erases file management data for print job data stored on the printer's hard disk. (See "Erasing Data on the Print- Data er's Hard Disk.")
Page 456: Status Print
*1:A rough estimate of how much ink was consumed per job is displayed. Actual ink consumption may be different. The average margin of error for estimates calculated according to Canon measurement conditions for ink costs is ±15%. Canon does not guarantee the accuracy of these estimates.
Page 457 Status Print MIT(DB) MIT database version Printer serial number Date Indicates when the status print report was prin- ted. Paper Menu Information on the loaded paper. Paper Type Roll1(Uppr)Media Roll2(Lwr) Media Cut Sheet ManageRemainRoll Keep Paper Type Job Menu Job-related information.
Page 458 Printing Interface Setting Reports iPF840 Output Method Print job settings. Print After Recv Common Box Set. Show Job Log Print job settings. Adjust Printer Adjustment settings. Head Posi. Adj. A counter for maintenance pur- poses. Adjust Log Head position adjustment values for previous jobs.
Page 459: Printing Interface Setting Reports
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Test Print, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Print, and then press the OK button. Confirming Interface Print information The following information is included in the Interface Print report. Canon imagePROGRAF iPFxxxx Interface Print Printer model Firm Firmware Version...
Page 460 Printing Interface Setting Reports iPF840 TCP/IPv4 IPv4 settings values. FTP Printing WSD Printing Use Discovery Scope Primary DNS Server Address Secondary DNS Server Address DNS Host Name DNS Domain Name MulticastDNS ServiceName SNMPv1 SNMPv3 TCP/IPv6 Use IPv6 IPv6 settings values.
Page 461: Setting Control Panel Access Lock
Setting Control panel access lock TCP/IPv6 LPD Printing IPv6 settings values. IPP Printing IPP Printer URI RAW Printing Raw Mode Bi-direction Network Interface Physical Interface Network interface settings values. Transmission Rate MAC Address Auto Detect Communication Ethernet Type Spanning Tree...
Page 462 User's Guide...
Page 463: Printer Parts
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Printer parts ..................464 Hard Disk ................... 470 Optional accessories ................. 474 Network Setting Print Job Management...
Page 464: Printer Parts
Front iPF840 Printer parts Printer parts Front ................................464 Back ................................466 Top Cover (Inside) ............................467 Carriage ................................. 468 Ink Tank Cover (Inside) ............................ 468 Wheeled Output Stacker ..........................375 Control Panel ..............................426 Front Front Top Cover Open this cover to install the Printhead, load paper, and remove any jammed paper from inside the printer as needed.
Page 465 Front Roll Unit Lever Hold this lever to pull out the Roll Unit. Paper Feed Slot When loading a roll, insert the edge of the roll paper here. You can load rolls in two positions, on the printer side in the Roll 1 (Upper) position and on the roll unit side in the Roll 2 (Lower) position.
Page 466: Back
Back iPF840 Back Back Carrying Handles When carrying the printer, have six people hold it by these handles under both sides. USB Port Connect a USB cable to this port. The printer is compatible with Hi-Speed USB connections. Ethernet Port Connect an Ethernet cable to this port.
Page 467: Top Cover (Inside)
Top Cover (Inside) Top Cover (Inside) Top Cover (Inside) Top Cover Roller Prevents paper from rising when ejected. Paper Alignment Line Align paper with this line when loading it. Carriage Moves the Printhead. The carriage serves a key role in printing. (See "Carriage.") P.468...
Page 468: Carriage
Carriage iPF840 Cutter Unit A round-bladed cutter for automatic paper cutting. Linear Scale The linear scale serves a key role in detecting the Carriage position. Be careful not to touch this part when cleaning inside the Top Cover or clearing paper jams.
Page 469 Ink Tank Cover (Inside) Ink Tank Lock Lever A lever that locks the Ink Tank in place and protects it. Lift and lower the lever when replacing an Ink Tank. To open it, lift the stopper of the lever until it stops, and then push it down toward the front. To close it, push it down until it clicks into place.
Page 470: Hard Disk
Printer Hard Disk Operations iPF840 Hard Disk Hard Disk Printer Hard Disk Operations .......................... 470 Checking the Free Hard Disk Space ....................... 471 Erasing Data on the Printer's Hard Disk ......................472 Printer Hard Disk Operations Printer Hard Disk Operations Printer hard disk operations are available from the following programs and interfaces.
Page 471: Checking The Free Hard Disk Space
Checking the Free Hard Disk Space Checking the Free Hard Disk Space Checking the Free Hard Disk Space Check the space available on the printer's hard disk as follows. This operation is available from the Control Panel, in RemoteUI, imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, and image- PROGRAF Printmonitor.
Page 472: Erasing Data On The Printer's Hard Disk
Erasing Data on the Printer's Hard Disk iPF840 Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor The Hard Disk sheet shows the free hard disk space. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help file. Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor The Hard Disk pane shows the free hard disk space.
Page 473 Erasing Data on the Printer's Hard Disk • For a more secure method of preventing data recovery, we recommend physically or magnetically destroying the hard disk. In this case, the hard disk can no longer be used. Important •...
Page 474: Optional Accessories
Optional accessories Optional accessories Roll Holder Set ............................... 368 User's Guide...
Page 475: Network Setting
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Network Environment ................ 476 Using RemoteUI ................478 Initial Settings ..................480 Mac OS Settings ................487 Other Settings ...................
Page 476: Network Environment
Network Environment iPF840 Network Environment Network Environment Network Environment Network Environment System requirements The system requirements, which vary depending on your network, are as follows. Printing over a TCP/IP network (when using IPv4) • • Compatible operating systems Windows XP •...
Page 477 Network Environment • Example of a Windows network In Windows networks, print over TCP/IP. • NetBIOS is not supported. Note • Example of a Mac OS network In Mac OS networks, print over TCP/IP using the Bonjour function. User's Guide...
Page 478: Using Remoteui
Using RemoteUI iPF840 Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI RemoteUI is software with which you can access the printer via the network from your Web browser to confirm the printer status, operate jobs, and configure the settings. Since the software (Web server) for using RemoteUI is built in the printer, preparing software other than a Web browser is unnecessary.
Page 479 Using RemoteUI • For the Web browser, use Netscape Navigator 6.0 or later, Internet Explorer 5.01 or later, or Firefox 1.5 or later. For Mac OS X, Safari 1.32 or later or 2.03 or later also is supported. Important •...
Page 480: Initial Settings
Configuring the IP Address on the Printer iPF840 Initial Settings Initial Settings Configuring the IP Address on the Printer ....................... 480 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ............ 491 Configuring the IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel ............... 480 Configuring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands ..............
Page 481: Configuring The Ip Address Using Arp And Ping Commands
Configuring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands Press the OK button. The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select TCP/IP, and then press the OK button.
Page 482: Configuring Tcp/Ipv6 Network Settings
Configuring TCP/IPv6 Network Settings iPF840 Press the OK button. The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Ethernet Driver, and then press the OK button.
Page 483: Configuring The Printer Driver Destination (Windows)
Configuring the Printer Driver Destination (Windows) Press ▲ or ▼ to select IPv6, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select IPv6 Support, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select On, and then press the OK button.
Page 484: Configuring The Printer's Tcp/Ip Network Settings With Remoteui
Configuring the Printer's TCP/IP Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF840 • If you switch to printing in a TCP/IP network, or if the printer's IP address is changed, see "Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks ." P.487 ➔ • If you switch to printing in a Bonjour network, see "Configuring the Destination for Bonjour Network ."...
Page 485 Configuring the Printer's TCP/IP Network Settings With RemoteUI Item Details Default Setting DNS Host Name Specify the printer host name, up to 63 characters (1–63 characters). Use NB-18GBipxxxxxx single-byte letters, numbers, and - (hyphens). Do not use numbers or - for the first character or - for the last character.
Page 486 Configuring the Printer's TCP/IP Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF840 Item Details Default Setting Secondary DNS Server Address Specify the IP address of the secondary DNS server. Use the same host name and do- Activate when using the same DNS host and domain names main name as IPv4 as for IPv4.
Page 487: Mac Os Settings
Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks Mac OS Settings Mac OS Settings Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks .................... 487 Configuring the Destination for Bonjour Network ................... 487 Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks Configuring the Destination in TCP/IP Networks If you use the printer in a TCP/IP network, register the printer in Print &...
Page 488: Other Settings
Specifying Printer-Related Information iPF840 Other Settings Other Settings Specifying Printer-Related Information ......................488 Configuring the Communication Mode Manually ..................... 489 Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur ................490 Initializing the Network Settings ........................490 Specifying Printer-Related Information Specifying Printer-Related Information Follow the steps below to specify device information and security settings.
Page 489: Configuring The Communication Mode Manually
Configuring the Communication Mode Manually Configuring the Communication Mode Manually Configuring the Communication Mode Manually This topic gives instructions for configuring the communication mode manually. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj.
Page 490: Email Notification When Printing Is Finished Or Errors Occur
Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur iPF840 Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur The printer can notify you of the printer status by email. Even when you are away from the printer, you can know when printing is finished or if errors occur.
Page 491: Device Setup Utility (Windows)
Device Setup Utility Device Setup Utility (Windows) Device Setup Utility (Windows) imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ......................491 Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ....................491 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ............491 imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility...
Page 492 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility iPF840 When specifying an IPv4 IP address Start imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the start menu. In the Device Name list displayed, select the printer to configure. Choose Protocol Settings from the Printer menu.
Page 493 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility When specifying an IPv6 IP address Start imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the start menu. In the Device Name list displayed, select the printer to configure. Choose Protocol Settings from the Printer menu.
Page 494 User's Guide...
Page 495: Print Job Management
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Status Monitor (Windows) ..............496 Printmonitor (Mac OS) ............... 499 Accounting (Windows) ..............501 Basic Print Job Operations ...............
Page 496: Status Monitor (Windows)
The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor iPF840 Status Monitor (Windows) Status Monitor (Windows) The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor .................... 496 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ................497 The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor imagePROGRAF Status Monitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs.
Page 497: Job Management Using Imageprograf Status Monitor
Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor • For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. Note Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor You can use the Job sheet in imagePROGRAF Status Monitor for operations such as pausing and canceling print jobs.
Page 498 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor iPF840 Replace the paper in the printer with the correct paper. • To continue printing without changing the paper in the printer, select the held job and click Continue to print button. Note •...
Page 499: Printmonitor (Mac Os)
The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor Printmonitor (Mac OS) Printmonitor (Mac OS) The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ....................499 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ................... 500 The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor imagePROGRAF Printmonitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs.
Page 500: Job Management Using Imageprograf Printmonitor
Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor iPF840 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor You can use the Driver Panel in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor for operations such as pausing and canceling print jobs. • Pausing/Resuming Print Jobs Selecting a print job and clicking the button pauses printing of the selected job.
Page 501: Accounting (Windows)
• The Accounting Manager in Status Monitor displays approximate estimates of the amount of paper consumed and the ink consumed per job. Canon cannot guarantee the accuracy of these estimates. These estimates will Important also vary depending on the conditions of printer use.
Page 502: Accounting Manager Main Window
Accounting Manager Main Window iPF840 Select Accounting in the Accounting menu. Or, open the Accounting sheet and click the Ac- counting button. • If Show Job Log is set to off and an administrator password is configured in the printer, the administrator password needs to be entered on startup.
Page 503 Accounting Manager Main Window • You can opt to either show or hide the toolbars in the View menu. Note • Listed Job Selection Area You can use this area to select which job log is displayed. If you are using regular data acquisition, this area allows you to view the collective job logs for each specified period.
Page 504: Job List Area
Job List Area iPF840 • Status Bar Displays messages and other information. Job List Area Job List Area The job items and details that can be displayed in the job list area are as follows. • The job serial number.
Page 505: Accounting Manager Basic Procedures
Accounting Manager Basic Procedures • Owner The sender of the job. • Print Job Start Time/Print Time The time when printing started and the time taken to print. • Number of Pages The number of pages printed. • Roll Paper Width The width of roll paper used for printing.
Page 506: Setting The Unit Cost For Ink
Setting the Unit Cost for Ink iPF840 • Setting the Unit Cost for Ink P.506 ➔ Setting the Unit Cost for Paper • P.507 ➔ Setting the Unit Cost for Items Other Than Ink and Paper • P.508 ➔ Setting the Unit Cost for Ink Setting the Unit Cost for Ink Open the Ink sheet.
Page 507: Setting The Unit Cost For Paper
Setting the Unit Cost for Paper Setting the Unit Cost for Paper Setting the Unit Cost for Paper Opens the Paper sheet. This sheet is used to configure the unit cost of paper. Setting Standard Prices Select the media type in Media Type.
Page 508: Setting The Unit Cost For Items Other Than Ink And Paper
Setting the Unit Cost for Items Other Than Ink and Paper iPF840 Enter the Roll Paper Width and Length of the paper, as well as the Price for the configured length. Click the Add button to return to the Paper sheet.
Page 509: Configuring Units And Display Settings In Accounting Manager
Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager • You can set unit costs for up to 5 items. Note Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager Select Units and Display in the Settings menu to open the Units and Display dialog box. Use this dialog box to configure the display settings.
Page 510: Canceling Regular Print Job Log Acquisition
Canceling Regular Print Job Log Acquisition iPF840 • Immediately after you configure Regular Data Acquisition, no print jobs are displayed. Wait a few moments and then select Refresh in the View menu to display the print jobs. Note • A maximum of 10,000 records are saved in a print job log. If this number is exceeded, jobs are deleted from the log starting from the oldest record.
Page 511: Displaying Job Properties Or Period Properties
Displaying Job Properties or Period Properties Listed Jobs • Exports the data for the print jobs currently displayed in the list as a CSV file. Displaying Job Properties or Period Properties Displaying Job Properties or Period Properties You can display the Job properties dialog box or Period Properties dialog box to check detailed cost information and other items.
Page 512: Showing, Saving And Loading Selected Unit Cost Data
Showing, Saving and Loading Selected Unit Cost Data iPF840 Showing, Saving and Loading Selected Unit Cost Data Showing, Saving and Loading Selected Unit Cost Data Show Unit Cost Data • Select Show Unit Cost Data in the File menu to open the Unit Cost Data dialog box. This lists the unit costs for items such as the selected ink and paper.
Page 513: Basic Print Job Operations
Using the Printer Hard Disk Basic Print Job Operations Basic Print Job Operations Using the Printer Hard Disk ..........................513 Saving Print Jobs on the Printer Hard Disk ..................... 514 Managing the Job Queue (Deleting or Preempting Other Jobs) ............... 517 Managing Pending Jobs (Printing or Deleting Jobs on Hold) ................
Page 514: Saving Print Jobs On The Printer Hard Disk
Saving Print Jobs on the Printer Hard Disk iPF840 Storage destination The storage area on the printer's hard disk is divided into a temporary storage area and a permanent storage area. The temporary storage area stores print jobs in the job queue or shared mailbox. The permanent storage area stores jobs in personal boxes.
Page 515 Saving Print Jobs on the Printer Hard Disk • Printing from the following software also enables you to save print jobs on the printer's hard disk. Windows Note • Free Layout P.199 ➔ • Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy P.221 ➔...
Page 516 Saving Print Jobs on the Printer Hard Disk iPF840 If you choose Save in mail box, also specify the destination personal box in the Mail box list. • Print after reception is complete This option is available in combination with Print. You can prevent degradation of print quality that oc- curs when receiving a print job is interrupted and printing is aborted in the middle.
Page 517: Managing The Job Queue (Deleting Or Preempting Other Jobs)
Managing the Job Queue (Deleting or Preempting Other Jobs) Click OK to close the Destination dialog box. • Print after reception is complete This option is available in combination with Print. You can prevent degradation of print quality that oc- curs when receiving a print job is interrupted and printing is aborted in the middle.
Page 518 Managing the Job Queue (Deleting or Preempting Other Jobs) iPF840 Press the OK button. The Job Menu is displayed. Manage the job queue as needed. Deleting jobs • Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print Job, and then press the OK button.
Page 519: Managing Pending Jobs (Printing Or Deleting Jobs On Hold)
Managing Pending Jobs (Printing or Deleting Jobs on Hold) Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) Manage jobs as needed on the Driver sheet. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file. Managing Pending Jobs (Printing or Deleting Jobs on Hold)
Page 520 Managing Pending Jobs (Printing or Deleting Jobs on Hold) iPF840 Press ▲ or ▼ to select the print job to manage, and then press the OK button. Held jobs are labeled with an icon. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print Anyway or Delete, and then press the OK button.
Page 521: Printing Saved Jobs
Printing Saved Jobs Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor Manage jobs as needed on the Driver sheet. For details, see "Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmoni- tor." P.500 ➔ Printing Saved Jobs Printing Saved Jobs Print saved print jobs stored on the printer's hard disk as follows.
Page 522 Printing Saved Jobs iPF840 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Job List, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the saved job, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print, and then press the OK button.
Page 523 Printing Saved Jobs Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor On the Hard Disk sheet, select a box and click Open. • Enter a password if one has been set. Note In the Documents dialog box, select the print job and click Print.
Page 524 Printing Saved Jobs iPF840 • The printing time initially indicates how long it took to finish printing one copy during the previous print job. If you change the value in Copies, the printing time indicates the time it took to print one copy during the Note previous print job multiplied by the number of copies.
Page 525: Deleting Saved Jobs
Deleting Saved Jobs In the Resume Printing dialog box, enter the quanti- ty to print and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file. Deleting Saved Jobs Deleting Saved Jobs Delete saved print jobs stored on the printer's hard disk as follows.
Page 526 Deleting Saved Jobs iPF840 Using RemoteUI On the Stored Job page, choose the mail box. • Enter a password if one has been set. Note Select the print job and click Delete. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help file.
Page 527 Deleting Saved Jobs • Enter a password if one has been set. Note In the Documents dialog box, select the print job and click Delete. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help file. Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor In the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ next to Inbox No./ Name.
Page 528: Moving Saved Jobs
Moving Saved Jobs iPF840 Select the print job and click the Delete button. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file. Moving Saved Jobs Moving Saved Jobs Print jobs stored on the printer's hard disk (saved jobs) can be moved from the current box to another box as fol- lows.
Page 529 Moving Saved Jobs Select the print job and click Move Document. On the Move Document page, select the name or number of the destination personal box in the Desti- nation mail box list and click OK. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help file.
Page 530 Moving Saved Jobs iPF840 In the Documents dialog box, select the print job and click Move. In the Move dialog box, select the destination per- sonal box and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help file.
Page 531 Moving Saved Jobs • Enter a password if one has been set. The password is a four-digit number. Note Select the print job and click Move. In the Move Document dialog box, select the desti- nation personal box and click OK.
Page 532: Advanced Print Job Operations
Saving Print Jobs Sent from Sources Other than the Printer Driver iPF840 Advanced Print Job Operations Advanced Print Job Operations Saving Print Jobs Sent from Sources Other than the Printer Driver ..............532 Printing Without Saving Jobs in the Common Box ..................533 Setting Passwords for Personal Boxes ......................
Page 533: Printing Without Saving Jobs In The Common Box
Printing Without Saving Jobs in the Common Box Press ▲ or ▼ to select Output Method, and then press the OK button. • If a password has been set on the printer, the Logon screen is displayed. To change the settings, select Administrator and press the OK button. When the Admin.Pswd screen is Note displayed, enter the password and press the OK button to proceed to the next step.
Page 534: Setting Passwords For Personal Boxes
Setting Passwords for Personal Boxes iPF840 Press ▲ or ▼ to select System Setup, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Common Box Set., and then press the OK button. • If a password has been set on the printer, the Logon screen is displayed.
Page 535 Setting Passwords for Personal Boxes For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) On the Hard Disk sheet, select the personal box and click Open. In the Documents dialog box, click Settings. In the Settings dialog box, specify the password and click OK.
Page 536 Setting Passwords for Personal Boxes iPF840 For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help file. Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) On the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ by Inbox No./Name. Select a saved job in the list and click Set.
Page 537: Naming Personal Boxes
Naming Personal Boxes Naming Personal Boxes Naming Personal Boxes For easier identification, you can assign names to personal boxes. This operation is available in RemoteUI, imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, and imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. Using RemoteUI On the Stored Job page, choose the personal box.
Page 538 Naming Personal Boxes iPF840 Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) On the Hard Disk sheet, select the personal box and click Open. • Enter a password if one has been set for the per- sonal box. Note In the Documents dialog box, click Settings.
Page 539: Displaying A List Of Saved Jobs
Displaying a List of Saved Jobs Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) In the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ next to Inbox No./ Name. Select a saved job in the list and click Set. • Enter a password if one has been set.
Page 540 Displaying a List of Saved Jobs iPF840 Using the Control Panel On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Job tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Page 541 Displaying a List of Saved Jobs Jobs saved in the box are listed. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a box and click Open. • Enter a password if one has been set.
Page 542: Printing A List Of Saved Jobs
Printing a List of Saved Jobs iPF840 For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help file. Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) On the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ by Inbox No./Name. • Enter a password if one has been set.
Page 543: Displaying Details Of Saved Jobs
Displaying Details of Saved Jobs Press ▲ or ▼ to select the box number (in the range 00–29), and then press the OK button. • Enter a password if one has been set, and then press the OK button.
Page 544 Displaying Details of Saved Jobs iPF840 Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a box and click Open. • Enter a password if one has been set. Note In the Documents dialog box, select the print job and click Properties.
Page 545: Renaming Saved Jobs
Renaming Saved Jobs Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Mac OS) In the Hard Disk pane, click ▶ next to Inbox No./ Name. • Enter a password if one has been set. The password is a four-digit number. Note For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file.
Page 546 Renaming Saved Jobs iPF840 Select the print job and click Details. On the Details of the saved document page, click Change Document. In the Rename Saved Document dialog box, enter the name and click OK. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help file.
Page 547 Renaming Saved Jobs • Enter a password if one has been set. Note In the Documents dialog box, select the print job and click Properties. In the Properties dialog box, enter the new name and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help file.
Page 548 Renaming Saved Jobs iPF840 • Enter a password if one has been set. The password is a four-digit number. Note Select the print job and click Set. In the Settings dialog box, enter the new name and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help file.
Page 549: Adjustments For Better Print Quality
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the Printhead ..............550 Adjusting the feed amount ..............558...
Page 550: Adjusting The Printhead
Adjusting the Printhead iPF840 Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead ..........................550 Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors ................550 Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors ..................552 Adjustment When Installing the Printhead ....................553 Adjusting Line Misalignment ...........................
Page 551 Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors • This function is not available with Tracing Paper, Translucent Matte Film, or Clear Film. • Important If adjustment is not possible as expected using special media, try another type of paper, or try Manual adjust- ment.
Page 552: Manual Adjustment To Straighten Lines And Colors
Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors iPF840 Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors If printed vertical lines are warped or colors are out of alignment, execute Head Posi. Adj. to adjust the Printhead alignment.
Page 553: Adjustment When Installing The Printhead
Adjustment When Installing the Printhead Press ▲ or ▼ to select Manual, and then press the OK button. A test pattern is printed for adjustment. • Manual may be unavailable in some cases, even if it is displayed in the menu.
Page 554: Adjusting Line Misalignment
Adjusting Line Misalignment iPF840 Perform adjustment as follows. Load paper. • Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls P.342 ➔ Loading Rolls in the Printer • P.345 ➔ Loading Sheets in the Printer • P.369 ➔ • Always make sure the loaded paper matches the type of paper specified on the printer. Adjustment can- not be completed correctly unless the loaded paper matches the settings.
Page 555 Adjusting Line Misalignment On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button.
Page 556: Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion And Blurry Images
Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images iPF840 A test pattern is printed for adjustment. • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Ink Tube Stabilizer (c). Touching these parts may Important damage them. Examine the test pattern for adjustment. Determine the straightest set of lines.
Page 557 Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images • Paper rubbing against or becoming caught on the Printhead may jam or result in printed documents that are soiled. Important • Raise or lower the printhead, depending on the nature of the problem.
Page 558: Adjusting The Feed Amount
Adjusting the Feed Amount iPF840 Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Feed Amount ..........................558 Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment Method ................... 558 Automatic Banding Adjustment ......................... 559 Manual Banding Adjustment ........................560 Fine-Tuning the Paper Feed Amount ......................562 Adjusting Line Length ..........................
Page 559: Automatic Banding Adjustment
Automatic Banding Adjustment On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button.
Page 560: Manual Banding Adjustment
Manual Banding Adjustment iPF840 Perform adjustment as follows. Load the paper. • Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls P.342 ➔ Loading Rolls in the Printer • P.345 ➔ Loading Sheets in the Printer • P.369 ➔ • Always make sure the loaded paper matches the type of paper specified in the settings. Adjustment cannot be completed correctly unless the loaded paper matches the settings.
Page 561 Manual Banding Adjustment Paper to Prepare When Using Rolls An unused roll at least 254.0 mm (10.00 in) wide When Using Sheets Two sheets of unused paper of at least A4/Letter size Perform adjustment as follows. Load the paper.
Page 562: Fine-Tuning The Paper Feed Amount
Fine-Tuning the Paper Feed Amount iPF840 Press ▲ or ▼ to select the pattern number you have decided, and then press the OK button. Test pattern B is printed for adjustment. • If you printed test pattern A on a sheet, follow the instructions on the Display Screen and use another sheet of the same type of paper.
Page 563 Adjusting Line Length Additionally, two modes are available in both AdjustmentPrint and Change Settings : A:High or B:Standard/ Draft. Choose the mode that suits your particular printing application. A:High • This setting is applied when Highest or High is selected in Print Quality in the printer driver.
Page 564: Adjusting The Vacuum Strength
Adjusting the Vacuum Strength iPF840 • A test pattern is printed in black when you choose A:High or in magenta if you choose B:Standard/Draft. • Note To cancel printing the test pattern for adjustment, hold down the Stop button. When "Stop printing?" is displayed, press ▲...
Page 565: Maintenance And Consumables
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Ink Tanks ................... 566 Printheads ..................
Page 566: Ink Tanks
Ink Tanks iPF840 Ink Tanks Ink Tanks Ink Tanks ................................ 566 Replacing Ink Tanks ............................566 Checking Ink Tank Levels ..........................575 When to Replace Ink Tanks ..........................575 Ink Tanks Ink Tanks When purchasing, check the Model number. Shape...
Page 567 Replacing Ink Tanks • There may be ink around the ink supply section of ink tanks you removed. Handle ink tanks carefully during re- placement. The ink may stain clothing. Important • Do not install used ink tanks in another model of printer.
Page 568 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF840 Access the menu for Ink Tank replacement On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Ink tab ( Ready OK: Ink Menu • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Page 569 Replacing Ink Tanks Hold the Ink Tank by the grips (a) and remove it. Press the OK button. If there is still ink in the Ink Tank you removed, store it with the ink • holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. Put Important the removed Ink Tank in a plastic bag and seal it.
Page 570 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF840 • Push the Ink Tank Lock Lever down until it locks. • Make sure the Ink Tank Lock Lever does not return to the original position. Note Hold the Ink Tank by the handle (a) and remove it. Press the OK button.
Page 571 Replacing Ink Tanks Open the pouch and remove the Ink Tank. • Never touch the ink holes or electrical contacts. This may cause stains, damage the Ink Tank, and affect printing quality. Important Press the OK button and insert the Ink Tank into the holder facing as shown, with the ink holes down.
Page 572 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF840 Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit in red. • If the Ink Lamp is not lit in red, reload the tank. Note Close the Ink Tank Cover. • After Ink Tank replacement, always close the Ink Tank Cover. If the Ink Tank Cover cannot close, some Ink Tank Lock Lever may not be closed completely.
Page 573 Replacing Ink Tanks • 700 ml ink tanks are heavy, so use your whole arm to agitate it instead of just your wrist. If you agitate it using just your wrist, you may injure your wrist. Caution • Do not remove and agitate ink tanks that have already been installed in the printer. Ink may leak out.
Page 574 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF840 Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then push it down until it clicks into place. Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit in red. • If the Ink Lamp is not lit in red, reload the tank.
Page 575: Checking Ink Tank Levels
Checking Ink Tank Levels Checking Ink Tank Levels Checking Ink Tank Levels On the Display Screen, you can check how much ink is left in the ink tanks. To check remaining Ink Tank levels, access the Tab Selection screen on the Control Panel and press ◀ or ▶ to...
Page 576 When to Replace Ink Tanks iPF840 Before print jobs and maintenance that consume a lot of ink If little ink is left, there may not be enough for large-format printing, head cleaning, and maintenance, which require a lot of ink. In this case, replace or prepare to replace the Ink Tank before maintenance.
Page 577: Printheads
Printhead Printheads Printheads Printhead ................................ 577 Checking for Nozzle Clogging ......................... 577 Cleaning the Printhead ........................... 578 Replacing the Printhead ..........................579 Printhead Printhead When purchasing, check the Model number. Shape Model number PF-04 • For instructions on replacing the Printhead, see "Replacing the Printhead."...
Page 578: Cleaning The Printhead
Print a test pattern to check the nozzles. • If you repeat these steps several times but the horizontal lines are still faint or incomplete, the Printhead may have reached the end of its useful life. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Note Cleaning the Printhead Cleaning the Printhead If printing is faint, cleaning the Printhead may improve results.
Page 579: Replacing The Printhead
If the printing quality does not improve even after one or two cycles of Head Cleaning B from the printer • menu If the Display Screen indicates "Open top cover and replace the printhead." • If your Canon dealer has advised you to replace the Printhead • Compatible printheads For information on compatible printheads, see "Printhead." P.577 ➔...
Page 580 Replacing the Printhead iPF840 On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to select the Settings/Adj. tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button.
Page 581 Replacing the Printhead • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Ink Tube Stabilizer (c). Touching these parts may Important damage them. If the ventilation duct (a) is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean.
Page 582 Replacing the Printhead iPF840 Remove the Printhead and press the OK button. • Never touch the metal contacts of the Carriage. Furthermore, do not allow any dirt or debris to become adhered to the metal contacts of the Carriage. These may damage the printer.
Page 583 Replacing the Printhead • The inside surface of the Protective Part (a) and Protective Part (b) is coated with ink to protect the nozzles. Be careful not to touch these surfaces when removing the caps. Important • The Printhead contains ink to protect the nozzles. We recommend removing Protective Part (b) as you hold it over the Printhead package or safely out of the way to avoid spilling ink and staining your clothes or the surrounding area.
Page 584 Replacing the Printhead iPF840 • While ink is being filled, definitely do not remove the Ink Tank or Maintenance Cartridge. Ink may leak out. Important • The procedure is now finished if you have set Rep.P.head Print to Off in the Control Panel menu.
Page 585: Maintenance Cartridge
Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge ........................... 585 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge ......................585 Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity ................589 When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge ....................590 Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge When purchasing, check the Model number.
Page 586 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge iPF840 Confirm the message When the Maintenance Cartridge is almost empty, a message is shown on the Display Screen. According to the message, replace the Maintenance Cartridge or prepare a new Maintenance Cartridge. (See "When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge.")
Page 587 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge Replace the Maintenance Cartridge Open the box, remove the plastic bag and packaging mate- rial, and take out the Maintenance Cartridge. • Never touch the metal contacts (a). This may damage the Maintenance Cartridge. Important At this point, open the Maintenance Cartridge Cover.
Page 588 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge iPF840 Keep the used Maintenance Cartridge level as you put it in the plastic bag. Expel excess air from the plastic bag and seal the zipper. Confirm the Maintenance Cartridge is right-side up, put it in the box with the packaging material attached, and store it so that it stays level.
Page 589: Checking The Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity
Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity Close the Maintenance Cartridge Cover. • If you did not perform the operation in Access the menu for Maintenance Cartridge replacement, this is the end of the procedure and you do not need to press the OK key in the next step.
Page 590: When To Replace The Maintenance Cartridge
When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge iPF840 When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge Replace or prepare to replace the Maintenance Cartridge in the following situations. If a message for checking the Maintenance Cartridge is shown on the Display Screen When the Maintenance Cartridge is almost full, the Message Lamp is lit and "The level is low"...
Page 591: Cleaning The Printer
Cleaning the Printer Exterior Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Exterior ........................... 591 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover ........................591 Cleaning the Printhead ........................... 578 Cleaning the Printer Exterior Cleaning the Printer Exterior Clean the printer regularly to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems.
Page 592 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover iPF840 Open the Top Cover. If paper dust has accumulated in the Vacuum holes (a) on the Platen or in the Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (b), use the Cleaning Brush (c) provided with the printer to wipe it away.
Page 593 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover Using a damp cloth that you have wrung out com- pletely, wipe away dirt or paper dust (debris from cut- ting) inside the Top Cover. Wipe away any ink residue and paper dust (debris...
Page 594: Other Maintenance
• Be sure to contact your Canon dealer before transferring the printer to a new location. Ink may leak and damage the printer if you do not prepare the printer correctly and it is tipped or stood on end in transit.
Page 595 If consumables must be replaced, the message "Consumables must be replaced. Call for service." is shown on the Display Screen and preparation is not possible. If this message is displayed, press the OK Important button and contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Removing Ink Tanks Open the Ink Tank Cover.
Page 596 Preparing to Transfer the Printer iPF840 Lift the stopper (a) of the Ink Tank Lock Lever (a). Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then push it down to the front. Hold the Ink Tank by the handle (a) and remove it.
Page 597 Preparing to Transfer the Printer Push down the release lever (a) as shown as you gently re- turn all ink tank lock levers to the original position. Close the Ink Tank Cover. At this point, ink is drawn out from inside the tubes.
Page 598 Preparing to Transfer the Printer iPF840 Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide. Grasp the Belt, insert it between the Belt Stopper, and affix the Belt Stopper with a hex screw at the position indicated. • Here, the Belt Stopper is the one that was removed and stored after initial installation. Neglecting to attach the Belt Stopper may damage the printer.
Page 599: Reinstalling The Printer
Reinstalling the Printer Close the Top Cover. Tape down printer covers to secure them, in the reverse or- der of tape removal during installation. Remove and package the Stand by reversing the installation procedure, when it was attached to the printer.
Page 600 Reinstalling the Printer iPF840 Install the printer Mount the printer on the assembled Stand and tighten the screws firmly. • Moving the printer requires at least six people, holding it on both sides. Be careful to avoid back strain and other injuries.
Page 601 Reinstalling the Printer Press the power button to turn the printer on. When the message "Has printer been reinstalled? (Do not load ink tanks yet.)" is displayed, select Yes and press the OK button. Open the Ink Tank Cover and install the ink tanks.
Page 602: Updating The Firmware
The firmware version is displayed. Updating the Firmware To obtain the latest firmware, visit the Canon website. If the firmware available online is newer than the installed firmware, update the printer firmware. For details on downloading and updating the firmware, visit the Canon web- site.
Page 603: Troubleshooting
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions ............. 604 Problems Regarding Paper ...............
Page 604: Frequently Asked Questions
P.87 ➔ I want to know the paper Concerning the paper that can be used in this printer, refer to the Canon website or the Paper Refer- types that can be used in ence Guide. (See "Displaying the Paper Reference Guide.") this printer.
Page 605: Problems Regarding Paper
Clearing Jammed Roll Paper Problems Regarding Paper Problems Regarding Paper Clearing Jammed Roll Paper .......................... 605 Clearing a Jammed Sheet ..........................608 Troubleshooting When Paper Jams are not Found ..................610 Roll paper cannot be inserted into the Paper Feed Slot .................. 612 Cannot load sheets ............................
Page 606 Clearing Jammed Roll Paper iPF840 • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Ink Tube Stabilizer (c). Touching these parts may Important damage them. If the Cutter is out, move the Cutter to the right side, away from the paper.
Page 607 Clearing Jammed Roll Paper Holding the paper on both sides, pull the jammed portion out toward the front. Use a scissors or cutting tool to cut away the printed or wrinkled portion. • When cutting paper, be careful to avoid injury and damaging the printer.
Page 608: Clearing A Jammed Sheet
Clearing a Jammed Sheet iPF840 Close the Top Cover. Turn the printer on. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.") P.17 ➔ The roll is now advanced. After it is finished being advanced, you can resume printing. • You can ensure that the edge is cut neatly by selecting Paper Cutting in the printer menu.
Page 609 Clearing a Jammed Sheet Lift the Release Lever. Hold the paper and pull it out, toward the front. • If you do not find any scraps or jams, see "Troubleshooting When Paper Jams are not Found." P.610 ➔ Note If the Carriage is on the left, move the Carriage to the right until it stops.
Page 610: Troubleshooting When Paper Jams Are Not Found
Troubleshooting When Paper Jams are not Found iPF840 Troubleshooting When Paper Jams are not Found Troubleshooting When Paper Jams are not Found If you cannot find a paper jam, search for the paper as follows. Turn the printer off. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.") P.17...
Page 611 Troubleshooting When Paper Jams are not Found Lift the Release Lever. Open the Top Cover, and if there is a paper jam at the posi- tion shown, push it inside with your fingers. The paper will drop to the floor or to the lower part of the printer.
Page 612: Roll Paper Cannot Be Inserted Into The Paper Feed Slot
Roll paper cannot be inserted into the Paper Feed Slot iPF840 Lower the Release Lever and close the Top Cover. In a crouching position, push the Roll Unit in. Position the Wheeled Output Stacker by the printer. (See "Using the Wheeled Output Stacker.") P.375...
Page 613: Paper Is Not Cut
Paper is not cut Cause Corrective Action Cut Speed is not configured correctly in the Change the Cut Speed setting in the Control Panel menu. Control Panel menu. (See "Menu Structure.") P.439 ➔ During cutting, printed documents fall out at an In the Control Panel menu, set Cutting Mode to Eject.
Page 614: Printing Does Not Start
The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up iPF840 Printing does not start Printing does not start The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up ..................614 The printer does not respond even if print jobs are sent .................. 614 Ink Filling..
Page 615: The Display Screen Indicates Agitating
The display screen indicates Agitating The display screen indicates Agitating The display screen indicates Agitating Cause Corrective Action Ink agitation is in progress. Please wait until ink agitation is finished. The time for agitation varies depending on how long the printer has been off.
Page 616: The Printer Stops During A Print Job
In the Control Panel, set Auto Rotate to Off and print again. (See "Menu Settings.") cludes HP RTL commands when Auto Ro- P.445 ➔ tate is On in the Control Panel menu. The printer is damaged. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. User's Guide...
Page 617: Problems With The Printing Quality
Printing is faint Problems with the printing quality Problems with the printing quality Printing is faint ..............................617 Paper rubs against the Printhead ........................618 The edges of the paper are dirty ........................618 The surface of the paper is dirty ........................619 The back side of the paper is dirty ........................
Page 618: Paper Rubs Against The Printhead
Paper rubs against the Printhead iPF840 Paper rubs against the Printhead Paper rubs against the Printhead Cause Corrective Action The type of paper specified in the Load paper of the same type as you have specified in the printer driver.
Page 619: The Surface Of The Paper Is Dirty
The surface of the paper is dirty Cause Corrective Action You are printing on heavyweight paper For paper-based media such as Heavyweight Coated Paper, set the VacuumStrngth to or paper that curls or wrinkles easily af- Strong or Strongest in the Control Panel menu. If the paper still rubs against the print- ter absorbing ink.
Page 620: Banding In Different Colors Occurs
Banding in different colors occurs iPF840 Cause Corrective Action (See "Checking for Nozzle Clogging.") The Printhead nozzles are clogged. P.577 ➔ Application Color Matching Priority is set to Off Click Special Settings in the Layout sheet of the printer driver, and set Ap- in the Windows printer driver.
Page 621: Image Edges Are Blurred Or White Banding Occurs
Image edges are blurred or white banding occurs Cause Corrective Action When borderless printing is used, the Specify No in Automatic Cutting in the printer driver before printing. In this case, the pa- edge of the paper is cut during printing.
Page 622 Setting the Blue Switch on the Platen iPF840 • Sheet (See "Removing Sheets.") P.373 ➔ Open the Top Cover. Remove the Cleaning Brush (a). Using the back of the Cleaning Brush, move the first Switch to the side opposite ●.
Page 623 Setting the Blue Switch on the Platen Refer to the following table to confirm the number on the Platen (a) that corresponds to the size of paper for printing. Number Dimensions 254.0 mm (10.00 in) 355.6 mm (14.00 in) 431.8 mm (17.00 in)
Page 624: The Contrast Becomes Uneven During Printing
The contrast becomes uneven during printing iPF840 Close the Top Cover. The contrast becomes uneven during printing The contrast becomes uneven during printing Cause Corrective Action The paper feed amount is out of adjustment. Adjust the feed amount. (See "Adjusting the Feed Amount.") P.558...
Page 625: Line Thickness Is Not Uniform
Line thickness is not uniform Line thickness is not uniform Line thickness is not uniform Cause Corrective Action In the Special Settings dialog box of Access the printer driver Properties dialog box from Print in the File menu of the source the Windows printer driver, Fast application, and follow these steps to print.
Page 626: Cannot Print Over A Network
Cannot connect the printer to the network iPF840 Cannot print over a network Cannot print over a network Cannot connect the printer to the network ..................... 626 Cannot print over a TCP/IP network ....................... 626 Cannot print over a Bonjour network ......................626...
Page 627: Installation Problems
The following procedure is for Windows 7. The method of removing printer drivers varies depending on the version of Windows. Note From the Windows start menu, select All Programs > Canon Printer Uninstaller > imagePROGRAF Printer Driver Uninstaller to display the Delete Printer window. Select the printer in the list and click Delete.
Page 628: Hp-Gl/2 Problems
With HP-GL/2, printing is misaligned iPF840 HP-GL/2 problems HP-GL/2 problems With HP-GL/2, printing is misaligned ......................628 Lines or images are missing in printed HP-GL/2 jobs..................628 Lines are printed too thick or thin in HP-GL/2 print jobs .................. 628 HP-GL/2 jobs are printed in monochrome (or color) ..................
Page 629: Printed Colors Of Lines Are Inaccurate During Hp-Gl/2 Printing
Printed colors of lines are inaccurate during HP-GL/2 printing Printed colors of lines are inaccurate during HP-GL/2 printing Printed colors of lines are inaccurate during HP-GL/2 printing Cause Corrective Action AdjustFaintLines is On in the Con- Setting AdjustFaintLines to Off in the Control Panel menu may help produce the expected trol Panel menu.
Page 630: Other Problems
The printer does not go on iPF840 Other problems Other problems The printer does not go on ..........................630 Cannot operate from the Control Panel ......................630 The printer takes time to start up ........................630 If the Printer Makes a Strange Sound ......................631 Messages advising to check the maintenance cartridge are not cleared ............
Page 631: If The Printer Makes A Strange Sound
Printing with the ink level detection canceled may lead to printer damage and printing problems. Canon Inc. is not liable for any damage that may occur as a result of refilling ink.
Page 632 Ink Level Detection iPF840 • After ink level detection has been released, this function cannot be reactivated for currently loaded Ink Tank. To use ink level detection again, replace the Ink Tank with new ones specified for use with the printer.
Page 633 Ink Level Detection Check the message and press the ▶ button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. A confirmation message about updating ink information is shown on the Display Screen. After checking the message, press the ▶ button.
Page 634 User's Guide...
Page 635: Error Message
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message Error Messages ................. 636 Messages regarding paper ..............
Page 636: Error Messages
Error Messages Error Messages Before borderless printing, move the blue platen switch................. 649 Blue platen switch is dirty..........................649 Borderless printng not possible........................645 Borderless printng not possible. Paper stretched or shrank................649 Cannot adjust printhead..........................650 Cannot print as selected.
Page 637 Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected. Check ink tank............647 Roll feed unit error............................646 Roll printing is selected, but sheets are loaded....................641 Roll printing is selected........................... 641 Roll x is empty. (x is 1 (Upper) or 2 (Lower)) ..................... 642 Roll x is selected.
Page 638: Messages Regarding Paper
MediaType Mismatch iPF840 Messages regarding paper Messages regarding paper MediaType Mismatch ............................638 PaprTypeMismatch ............................638 The paper is too small............................ 639 The paper is too small............................ 639 PaprWidth Mismatch ............................639 Paper size not detected..........................640 Insufficient paper for job ..........................
Page 639: The Paper Is Too Small
The paper is too small. Cause Corrective Action When Detect Mismatch in the Control Pan- Follow these steps to ensure the paper type matches on the printer and in the printer el menu is set to Pause, the type of paper driver.
Page 640: Paper Size Not Detected
Paper size not detected. iPF840 Cause Corrective Action When Detect Mismatch in the Control Panel menu is Follow these steps to replace the roll to match the width specified in the set to Pause or Hold Job, the width of the loaded roll printer driver.
Page 641: This Paper Cannot Be Used As Size Is Not Supported
This paper cannot be used as size is not supported. This paper cannot be used as size is not supported. This paper cannot be used as size is not supported. Cause Corrective Action Paper that is too large for the printer has been loa- Lift the Release Lever and load paper of the correct size.
Page 642: Roll X Is Empty. (X Is 1 (Upper) Or 2 (Lower))
Roll x is empty. (x is 1 (Upper) or 2 (Lower)) iPF840 Roll x is empty. (x is 1 (Upper) or 2 (Lower)) Roll x is empty. (x is 1 (Upper) or 2 (Lower)) Cause Corrective Action The tailing edge of the Follow these steps to install the roll paper.
Page 643: Sheet Removed
Sheet removed. Sheet removed. Sheet removed. Cause Corrective Action A sheet has come out of Lift the Release Lever and remove the paper. the printer during printing. If "Not finished printing. Finish printing remaining jobs?" is shown on the Display Screen, press the OK button.
Page 644: Roll X Jam (X Is 1 (Upper) Or 2 (Lower))
Roll x jam (x is 1 (Upper) or 2 (Lower)) iPF840 Roll x jam (x is 1 (Upper) or 2 (Lower)) Roll x jam (x is 1 (Upper) or 2 (Lower)) "Lift the release lever." Cause Corrective Action A paper jam occurred Lift the Release Lever and remove the jammed paper.
Page 645: End Of Paper Feed
If the paper cannot be cut using the Cutter Unit, specify Manual as the roll cutting method and cut the roll manually. (See "Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls.") P.360 ➔ In other cases, the Cutter Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Unit may be damaged. End of paper feed. End of paper feed. Cause Corrective Action Although an attempt was made to advance the paper manually, it reached the limit Canceling manual advancing.
Page 646: Paper Position Not Suitable For Borderless Printing
Turn off the printer and wait at least three seconds before restoring the power. If the message is dis- Roll Unit. played again, contact your Canon dealer for assistance. The roll feed unit is loose. The roll feed unit is loose.
Page 647: Messages Regarding Ink
Ink insufficient. Messages regarding ink Messages regarding ink Ink insufficient..............................647 No ink left............................... 647 Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected. Check ink tank............647 Close Ink Tank Cover ............................647 Ink tank is empty............................647 Not much ink is left.
Page 648: Not Much Ink Is Left
Not much ink is left. iPF840 Not much ink is left. Not much ink is left. Cause Corrective Action Not much ink is left. Prepare a new Ink Tank. We recommend replacing the Ink Tank with a new Ink Tank at this point if you plan to print large-format or high-quantity jobs.
Page 649: Messages Regarding Printing Or Adjustment
Cannot print as specified. Messages regarding printing or adjustment Messages regarding printing or adjustment Cannot print as specified..........................649 Cannot adjust printhead..........................650 Borderless printng not possible. Paper stretched or shrank................649 Before borderless printing, move the blue platen switch................. 649 Borderless printng not possible.
Page 650: Messages Regarding Printheads
Cannot adjust printhead. iPF840 Messages regarding printheads Messages regarding printheads Cannot adjust printhead..........................650 Wrong printhead............................. 650 Printhead error ............................... 650 Cannot recognize print head........................... 650 Execute printhead cleaning..........................651 Cannot adjust printhead. Cannot adjust printhead.
Page 651: Execute Printhead Cleaning
Execute printhead cleaning. Execute printhead cleaning. Execute printhead cleaning. Cause Corrective Action The Printhead noz- Follow these steps to clean the Printhead. zles are clogged. Stop printing by pressing ▲ or ▼ to select Stop Printing. Clean the Printhead.
Page 652: Messages Regarding The Maintenance Cartridge
Insert the maintenance cartridge. iPF840 Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge Insert the maintenance cartridge........................652 Wrong maintenance cartridge......................... 652 Maint. cart. The level is low ..........................652 No Maintenance Cartridge capacity........................ 652 Maintenance cartridge full.
Page 653: Messages Regarding The Hard Disk
Hard disk error. Messages regarding the hard disk Messages regarding the hard disk Hard disk error..............................653 File read error..............................653 The mail box is full............................653 Mail box full. Now printing without saving data....................653 Mail box nearly full.
Page 654: Messages Regarding Hp-Gl/2
This type of paper is not compatible with HP-GL/2. iPF840 Messages regarding HP-GL/2 Messages regarding HP-GL/2 This type of paper is not compatible with HP-GL/2..................654 GL2: Wxxxx The memory is full. (xxxx is 0501, 0903, or 0904) ............... 654 GL2: W0502 The parameter is out of range.
Page 655: Other Messages
Turn off the printer and wait at least three seconds before re- storing the power. If the message is displayed again, write down the error code and message, turn off the printer, and contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Top cover is open.
Page 656: Prepare For Parts Replacement
You have uploaded firmware for a different model. Check the firmware version. Turn off the printer and wait a while before re- storing power, and then resend the firmware. If the message is displayed again, contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Multi-sensor error Multi-sensor error...
Page 657: Specifications
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message Specifications Printer Specifications ................
Page 658: Printer Specifications
Specifications iPF840 Printer Specifications Printer Specifications Specifications ..............................658 Print Area ............................... 659 Specifications Specifications • The following values may vary depending on the operating environment. Important Printer Power supply 100–240 V AC (50/60 Hz) Power consumption During operation 190 W max.
Page 659: Print Area
IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX/Auto-Negotiation, IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T/Auto-Negotiation, IEEE 802.3x Full Duplex IEEE 802.3az EEE Protocols SNMP (supports Canon-MIB), HTTP, TCP/IP (IPv4/IPv6) For information on the ink the printer supports, see "Ink Tanks." P.566 ➔ Paper For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Displaying the Paper Reference Guide.")
Page 660 Print Area iPF840 Margins of Printable Area Margins of Recommended Print Area Top Edge Bottom Edge Sides Top Edge Bottom Edge Sides Sheets 3 mm (0.12 in) 23 mm (0.91 in) 3 mm (0.12 in) 20 mm (0.79 in) 23 mm (0.91 in) 5 mm (0.20 in)
Page 661: Appendix
User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message Specifications Appendix Safety Precautions .................
Page 662: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions iPF840 Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Safety Precautions ............................662 Legal Notices ..............................664 Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Follow the warnings and precautions below to use the printer safely. Do not perform any operations or procedures other than as described in this manual. Doing so may result in unexpected accidents and can cause a fire or elec- trical shocks.
Page 663: In An Emergency
If the printer emits smoke or strange odors, continuing to use the printer may cause a fire or electrical shock. Switch the printer off immediately and remove the power plug from the power outlet. Contact your Canon dealer or Warning support center.
Page 664: Legal Notices
Power button immediately to switch the printer off, unplug the printer power cable from the outlet, and then contact your Canon dealer or support center. If you continue to use the printer, this could cause a fire or electrical shock.
Page 665 See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for detail. Trademarks • Canon, the Canon logo, and imagePROGRAF are trademarks or registered trademarks of CANON INC. • Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
Page 666: Manuals For This Printer
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Page 667 About This User Manual • Cross-reference Other pages or manuals that provide related information are indicated as follows in this user manual. Cross-reference in the same user manual Example: see "Menu Structure." P.439 ➔ Click the link to jump to the corresponding page.
Page 668: Disposal Of The Product
WEEE Directive iPF840 Disposal of the product Disposal of the product WEEE Directive WEEE Directive Only for European Union and EEA (Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) These symbols indicate that this product is not to be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU), the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC) and/or national legislation implementing those Directives.
Page 669 WEEE Directive Ce produit doit être confié au distributeur à chaque fois que vous achetez un produit neuf similaire, ou à un point de collecte mis en place par les collectivités locales pour le recyclage des Déchets des Équipements Électriques et Électroniques (DEEE).
Page 670 WEEE Directive iPF840 Il prodotto deve essere conferito a un punto di raccolta designato, ad esempio il rivenditore in caso di acquisto di un nuovo prodotto simile oppure un centro di raccolta autorizzato per il riciclaggio di rifiuti di apparecchiature elettri- che ed elettroniche (RAEE) nonché...
Page 671 WEEE Directive Η συνεργασία σας για τη σωστή απόρριψη αυτού του προϊόντος θα συμβάλει στην αποτελεσματική χρήση των φυσικών πόρων. Για περισσότερες πληροφορίες σχετικά με ανακύκλωση αυτού του προϊόντος, επικοινωνήστε με το τοπικό γραφείο της πόλης σας, την υπηρεσία απορριμμάτων, το εγκεκριμένο σχήμα ή την υπηρεσία απόρριψης οικιακών...
Page 672 WEEE Directive iPF840 Je-li v souladu s požadavky směrnice o bateriích vytištěna pod výše uvedeným symbolem chemická značka, udá- vá, že tato baterie nebo akumulátor obsahuje těžké kovy (Hg = rtuť, Cd = kadmium, Pb = olovo) v koncentraci vyš- ší, než...
Page 673 WEEE Directive Spoluprácou na správnej likvidácii tohto produktu prispejete k účinnému využívaniu prírodných zdrojov. Ďalšie informácie o recyklácii tohto produktu získate od miestneho úradu, úradu životného prostredia, zo schvále- ného plánu OEEZ alebo od spoločnosti, ktorá zaisťuje likvidáciu komunálneho odpadu. Viac informácií nájdete aj www.canon-europe.com/weee...
Page 674 WEEE Directive iPF840 Če je pod zgoraj prikazanim simbolom natisnjen kemijski simbol, to v skladu z Direktivo pomeni, da je v tej bateriji ali akumulatorju prisotna težka kovina (Hg = živo srebro, Cd = kadmij, Pb = svinec), in sicer v koncentraciji, ki je nad relevantno mejno vrednostjo, določeno v Direktivi.
Page 675 WEEE Directive Ovaj bi proizvod trebalo predati ovlašenom skupljaču EE otpada ili prodavatelju koji je dužan preuzeti otpadni proizvod po sistemu jedan za jedan, ukoliko isti odgovara vrsti te je obavljao primarne funkcije kao i isporučena EE oprema. Otpadne baterije i akumulatori predaju se ovlaštenom skupljaču otpadnih baterija ili akumulatora ili proda- vatelju bez naknade i obveze kupnje za krajnjeg korisnika.
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Page 677 Index Accounting ..........501, 502, 505, 509 Orientation ........148, 149, 150, 246, 256 Additional Settings Pane ..........284 Output Method ............180 Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver ......60 Oversize ..............83 Adjusting the Vacuum Strength ........564 Page Setup Pane ............

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