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Large Format Printer Basic Guide Manuals for this printer Setup Guide Basic Guide User's Guide Electronic manual Paper Reference Guide Electronic manual Read this manual before attempting to operate the printer. Keep this manual in a handy location for future referencing. Preface Safety - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 2
Precautions Safety Precautions iPF760 Preface Safety Precautions Safety Precautions ...2 Legal Notices ...4 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 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 3
iPF760 Use the printer under the following service center. Cleaning the Printer printer printer may be unsteady if you hold it at other positions, which poses a risk of injury from dropping the printer. Printhead, Ink Tanks, and Maintenance Cartridge ink tanks, and maintenance cartridges. Spilled ink - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 4
printer, press the Power button immediately to switch the printer off, unplug the printer power cable from the outlet, and then call for service. If you continue to use the printer FCC Regulations (U.S.A) Canon Large Format Printer iPF760 This device complies with the instructions, may cause Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 5
special handling may apply. 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 and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation, registered in the U.S. and other - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 6
for this printer iPF760 Manuals for this printer Manuals for this printer ...6 Viewing the User Manual ...6 About This User Manual ...7 Manuals for this printer This printer has the following manuals. Name Setup Guide Contents Instructions for unpacking and setting up the printer, and for - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 7
iPF760 3 When the imagePROGRAF Support Information is displayed, click the User Manual icon or the Paper Reference Guide icon. About This User Manual Preface Manuals for this printer • Click Visit the imagePROGRAF webpage in Stay Informed to access the imagePROGRAF prevent troubles, malfunctions - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 8
About This User Manual iPF760 • Screens depicted in this user manual for the printer driver or other software may be different from the actual screens because of subsequent updates. • May we request • The information in this user manual is subject to change without notice. • We strive to ensure - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 9
ends of the roll. Misalignment may cause feeding problems. • For details on supported sizes and types of rolls, see Paper Sizes or the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Paper Sizes.") Note →User's Guide (See "Types of Paper.") →User's Guide • To view instructions as you attach the Roll Holder, press the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 10
to unlock it. Holding the Holder Stopper at the position indicated (b), remove it from the Roll Holder. iPF760 2 Insert the respective attachments for the roll paper core on the Roll Holder and Holder Stopper. • Using Holder (Right Side) No attachment is needed. Handling rolls 10 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 11
Handling Paper iPF760 Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls • Using rolls with a 3-inch paper core Holder Stopper (Left Side) Align the tips (a) of the 3-Inch Paper the roll. Insert it firmly until the roll touches the flange (a) of the Roll Holder, leaving no gap. Handling rolls 11 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 12
pushing it down toward the shaft side. iPF760 Handling Paper Handling rolls Loading Rolls in the Printer Follow these steps to load rolls in the printer. • Before loading rolls, make sure the printer is clean inside the Top Cover and around the Ejection Guide. If these areas Note are dirty, we - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 13
Handling Paper iPF760 3 Positioning your hands as shown, open the Roll Cover. Loading Rolls in the Printer 4 Holding the Roll Holder flange (a), rest the Roll Holder shaft on the Roll Ledge (b). At this time, position the holder so that the R label (c) on - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 14
Loading Rolls in the Printer 5 Holding the Roll Holder flange (a), guide the holder along the Roll Loading Slots (b) on both ends, keeping the holder level as you load it in the Roll Holder Slot. iPF760 Handling Paper Handling rolls • Do not force the Roll Holder into the printer with the right - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 15
iPF760 Removing the Roll from the Printer ManageRemainRoll Barcodes On Printed Not printed Printer Operation After the (See "Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls.") →User's Guide Removing the Roll from the Printer Remove rolls from the printer as follows. • If you need to cut the roll - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 16
Removing the Roll from the Printer 4 Press ▲ or ▼ to select "Yes", and then press the See "Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left.") →User's Guide 5 Positioning your hands as shown, open the Roll Cover. iPF760 Handling Paper Handling rolls 6 Using both hands, rotate the Roll Holder toward - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 17
iPF760 7 Holding the Roll Holder flange (a), remove the holder from the Roll Holder Slot. Removing the Roll from the Printer Handling Paper Handling rolls • For instructions on removing the Roll Holder from rolls, see "Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls." Note →User's Guide 8 Holding it at the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 18
sheets Loading Sheets in the Printer iPF760 Handling sheets Loading Sheets in the Printer ...18 Removing Sheets ...20 Loading Sheets in the Printer Follow these steps to load sheets in the printer. • One sheet of paper button. Remove the paper and go to the next step. Note 18 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 19
iPF760 2 Slide the Width Guide (a) to align it with the mark for the size of paper you will load. Loading Sheets in the Printer Handling Paper Handling sheets 3 Load a single sheet printing-side up in the Paper Feed Slot, with the right edge aligned with the Paper Alignment Guide (a) to the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 20
to match the size of paper loaded. Set the Width Guide against the edge of the paper to prevent the paper from becoming crooked or wrinkled. iPF760 Handling Paper Handling sheets 5 Press the OK button. • If a print job was received The printer now starts printing the print job. • If no print job - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 21
Handling Paper iPF760 2 Press the OK button. The Paper Menu is displayed. 3 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Eject Paper, and then press the OK button. 4 Press ▲ or ▼ to select "Yes", and then press the OK button. The paper is ejected from the front of the printer. 5 Holding the paper, push the Release Lever - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 22
Tank PFI-102BK • MBK Ink Tank PFI-102MBK • C Ink Tank PFI-102C • M Ink Tank PFI-104M • Y Ink Tank PFI-102Y Ink Tanks • For instructions on Ink Tank replacement, see "Replacing Ink Tanks." →P.22 Note Replacing Ink Tanks Compatible ink tanks Ink tanks that can be used in the printer are labeled with - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 23
iPF760 Replacing Ink Tanks Make sure the printer is ready for Ink Tank replacement You can replace ink tanks if the Display Screen advises you to check the amount of ink left or replace ink tanks. Maintenance and Consumables Ink Tanks If a message requests you to replace an Ink Tank, press the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 24
Replacing Ink Tanks Remove the Ink Tank 1 Open the Ink Tank Cover and check the ink lamps. Ink lamps flash when there is little ink left. iPF760 Maintenance and Consumables Ink Tanks 2 Press the tip of the Ink Tank Lock Lever of the color for replacement horizontally and pull the Ink Tank Lock - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 25
Maintenance and Consumables iPF760 Install the ink tanks 1 Before opening the pouch, gently agitate the Ink Tank once or twice. Agitate the ink in the Ink Tank by slowly rotating the Ink Tank upside-down and right side up repeatedly. Replacing Ink Tanks • Do not remove and agitate ink tanks that - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 26
Maintenance and Consumables Replacing Ink Tanks 4 Push the Ink Tank Lock Lever closed until it clicks into place. 5 Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit in red. • If the Ink Lamp is not lit, reload the tank. Note 6 Close the Ink Tank Cover. iPF760 Ink Tanks 26 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 27
iPF760 Printhead Printheads Printhead ...27 Replacing the Printhead ...27 Printhead A replacement Printhead. • Printhead PF-04 Maintenance and Consumables Printheads • For instructions printer menu • If the Display Screen indicates "Open top cover and replace the printhead." • If your Canon ink - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 28
the cutting method selected, cut it manually and remove it. (See "Cutting Roll Paper After Printing.") →User's Guide 2 Clean inside the Top Cover the OK button. Ink is now drawn into the Maintenance Cartridge. After about two minutes, a message is shown on the Display Screen instructing you to open - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 29
out completely to wipe it clean. Replacing the Printhead Maintenance and Consumables Printheads • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). Touching these parts may damage Important them. • Never touch the metal contacts of the Carriage. This may damage the printer. 29 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 30
Maintenance and Consumables Replacing the Printhead 3 Pull the Printhead Fixer Lever forward all the way to open it completely. 4 Pull up the Printhead Fixer Cover to open it completely. 5 Remove the Printhead and press the OK button. iPF760 Printheads • Dispose of the used Printhead in - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 31
Maintenance and Consumables Printheads • When handling the Printhead, always hold it by the grips (a). Never touch the nozzles (b) or metal contacts (c). This may damage the Printhead and affect printing quality. Important • Never touch the ink supply section (d). This may cause printing problems - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 32
Printheads Maintenance and Consumables Replacing the Printhead 8 With the nozzles facing down and the metal contacts toward the back, to lock the Printhead in place. 10 Push the Printhead Fixer Lever toward the back of the printer until it clicks. 11 Close the Top Cover. 32 iPF760 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 33
.") →User's Guide In this case, follow the instructions on the Display Screen for Printhead adjustment. If Rep.P.head Print is Off, perform Head Posi. Adj. ( Auto(Advanced)) yourself. (See "Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors (Head Posi. Adj.).") →P.76 Maintenance and Consumables - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 34
Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge iPF760 Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge ...34 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge ...34 Maintenance Cartridge A replacement Maintenance Cartridge. • Maintenance Cartridge MC-10 • For instructions on replacing the Maintenance Cartridge - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 35
Access the menu for Maintenance Cartridge replacement. Follow the instructions in Replace the Maintenance Cartridge. • Do not replace the Maintenance Cartridge during initialization immediately after turning on the printer, during Printhead cleaning, or when ink is being absorbed. Ink may leak out - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 36
The remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity is recorded on each printer. Do not install a used Maintenance Cartridge in another printer. Important 4 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. 36 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 37
box on a flat surface. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. Caution • In accordance with active and ongoing environmental programs, Canon supports recycling of used mainte- Note nance cartridges. Follow the instructions provided with the new Maintenance Cartridge that describe how to process - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 38
Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge 8 Press the OK button. The printer now initializes the Maintenance Cartridge. iPF760 Maintenance and Consumables Maintenance Cartridge 38 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 39
Maintenance and Consumables iPF760 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover Cleaning the Printer Cleaning Inside the Top Cover ...39 Cleaning the Printhead ...41 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover Clean inside the Top Cover about once a month to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems. Also - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 40
rinse it in water. Note 3 Using a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely, wipe inside the Top Cover to clean it. Wipe away any ink residue on the Platen as a whole (a), the Paper Retainer (b), Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (c), and Ejection Guide (d). iPF760 Cleaning the Printer 40 Basic - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 41
iPF760 Cleaning the Printhead • Do not the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). Maintenance and Consumables Cleaning the Printer • When cleaning between the Platen and Ejection Guide, use a damp cloth that you have wrung Head Cleaning B), depending on the problem 41 to resolve. Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 42
a half minutes to complete. • Head Cleaning B Use this mode if no ink is ejected at all, or if Head Cleaning A does not solve the problem. It takes about four minutes to complete. • Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge or ink tanks during either Head Cleaning A or Head Cleaning B. Caution • If - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 43
iPF760 Control Panel Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen Control Panel ...43 Menu Operations ...44 Menu Structure ...48 Control Panel Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen a Display Screen Shows printer menus, as well as the printer status and messages. b Data Lamp (green) • - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 44
Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen Menu Operations iPF760 f Navigate button Enables you to check instructions for loading and removing paper or replacing ink tanks or printheads, as well as other operations. (See "How to View Instructions With Navigate.") →User's Guide g Arrow buttons • - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 45
iPF760 • Menus (when the Ink tab is selected and the OK button is pressed) Menu Operations • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, pressing OK will not display menus. Note Menus can be selected after you resolve the problem. Simply press buttons on the Control Panel to access menus on - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 46
Menu Operations iPF760 • Lower menus are the OK button. After two seconds, the display reverts to the upper level menu. Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen • If a confirmation message is displayed regarding the setting increase or decrease the value continuously. Note 46 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 47
iPF760 Menu Operations 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to complete the settings, and then press the OK button. • If a confirmation message is displayed regarding the setting you entered, press the OK button. The setting is Note applied, and the printer is now in Standby. Executing menu commands Menu - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 48
Printer Menu Operations." →User's Guide Regular menu Paper Menu Not displayed Menu during printing Ink Menu The same Ink instructions on menu operations, see "Menu Operations." →P.44 For details on menu items, see "Menu Settings." →User's Guide Automatic ┋ Eject ┋ Manual Cut Speed Fast ┋ - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 49
of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See Paper Reference Guide.) Types of paper in the printer driver and related software Name User Name Page Count Job Status Print Start Time Print End Time Print Time Print Size Media Type Interface Ink Consumed Off *┋ On Fourth - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 50
Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen Menu Structure iPF760 First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Eighth Level Maintenance Head Cleaning Adj. Quality (*2) Auto(GenuinePpr) ┋ Auto(OtherPaper) ┋ Manual Off ┋ On * FaintLines Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 51
Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen iPF760 min. IPv4 (*8) IPv4 Mode Automatic ┋ Manual * (*8) Protocol DHCP (*8) On ┋ (*8) IPv6 Support (*8) On Service (*5)(*8) BinderyPServer ┋ RPrinter ┋ NDSPServer *┋ NPrinter AppleTalk On ┋ Off * (*8) Ethernet Auto Detect On *┋ Off Driver - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 52
Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen Menu Structure iPF760 8 hours *┋ 12 hours Off ┋ On * Contrast Adj. -4,-3,-2,-1,0*,+1,+2,+3,+4 Date & Time (*8) Date Format (*8) Language Time Zone (*8) Length Unit Date Time yyyy/mm/d hh:mm d (*7)(*8) yyyy/mm/dd * Prep.MovePrinter Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 53
Printer Parts iPF760 Menu Structure First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Admin. Menu (*8) Change Password (*9) (The screen for setting the password is displayed) Init.Admin.Pswd (*9) Adj. Fine Feed (*12)(*13) Paper Info Ink Info Head - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 54
this panel to operate the printer and check the printer status. (See "Control Panel.") →P.43 f Ink Tank Cover Open this cover to replace an Ink Tank. (See "Ink Tank Cover (Inside).") →P.58 g Paper Alignment Line An orange line for alignment of paper. h Maintenance Cartridge Cover Open this cover to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 55
to match the paper size. p Stand A stand that holds the printer. Equipped with casters to facilitate moving it. (See "Stand.") →User's Guide Side Printer Parts Printer parts a Manual Pocket Store printer manuals in this pocket. b Ethernet Port Connect an Ethernet cable to this port. The lamp - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 56
Top Cover (Inside) iPF760 Printer Parts Printer parts a Carriage Moves hold paper in place. e Borderless Printing Ink Grooves For catching ink outside the edges of paper during borderless printing printer under the Top Cover, use this brush to sweep away paper dust on the Platen. 56 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 57
iPF760 Roll Cover (Inside) Roll Cover (Inside) Printer Parts Printer parts a Roll Holder Load the roll on this Lever Use this lever to fine-tune the printer to correct misalignment of printed lines. b Printhead 57 The printhead is equipped with ink nozzles. The carriage serves a key role in - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 58
Locks the Printhead Fixer Cover. d Printhead Fixer Cover Holds the Printhead in place. Ink Tank Cover (Inside) Left Side Right Side iPF760 Printer Parts Printer parts a Ink Tank Lock Lever A lever that locks the Ink Tank in place and protects it. Lift and press down the lever when replacing an - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 59
. If it is necessa- ry to tilt the printer in transit, contact your Canon dealer. Important • When you execute prepare to transfer, ink is drawn into the Maintenance Cartridge. Depending on the amount of free Note space in the mounted Maintenance Cartridge, you may need to replace it with a new - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 60
Lever to release the lock. 3 Holding the ink tanks by the grips, remove them. • Store the ink tanks you removed with the ink holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. Note iPF760 Preparing to Transfer the Printer 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to remove all ink tanks. 60 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 61
iPF760 5 Push all ink tank lock levers closed until they click into place. Preparing to Transfer the Printer 6 Close the Ink Tank Cover. At this point, ink is drawn out from inside the tubes. • Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge during this process. Important 7 When the processing is complete - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 62
Relocation Reinstalling the Printer Reinstalling the Printer The basic workflow for reinstalling the printer is as follows. For detailed instructions, see the Setup Guide. Assemble the stand 1 Referring to the Printer Stand Setup Guide, assemble the Stand. iPF760 • The Stand must be assembled - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 63
iPF760 Reinstalling the Printer • Moving the printer requires at least three people. Be careful to avoid back strain and other injuries. Caution • When moving the printer, firmly grasp the Carry- ing Handles. The printer may be unsteady if you hold it at other positions, which poses a risk of - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 64
the power button to turn the printer on. 6 Open the Ink Tank Cover and install the ink tanks. 7 Attach the Roll Holder to the Roll Media. (See "Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls.") →P.9 8 Load the roll Roll Media in the printer. (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") →P.12 64 iPF760 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 65
iPF760 9 Install the printer driver and manual. Note that the driver installation procedure varies depending on the type of connection. (See "Installing the Software (Windows).") →P.66 (See "Installing the Software (Mac OS X).") →P.68 Reinstalling the Printer • When the printer is connected to a - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 66
instructions, see the Setup Guide. Supported connection methods The printer driver works over USB or network (TCP/IP) connections. The driver installation procedure varies depending on the type of connection. Follow these steps to install the software and Electronic manuals. iPF760 Installing - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 67
. Installing the Software (Windows) 5 When the Install User Manual dialog box is displayed, insert the provided User Manuals CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive and follow the instructions displayed to complete installation. Software Installation Installing the Printer Driver (Windows) 67 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 68
the Software (Mac OS X) iPF760 Installing the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) Installing the Software (Mac OS X) The basic instructions for installing the software are as follows. For detailed instructions, see the Setup Guide. Supported connection methods The printer driver works over USB or network - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 69
the printer to set up and update the paper information. Next, install the Electronic manuals. 7 Insert the provided User Manuals CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive and follow the instructions displayed to complete installation. Software Installation Installing the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) 69 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 70
Print Preview iPF760 Convenient Printer Driver Features Print Preview ...70 Rotate Page 90 degrees (Converse Paper 72 Borderless Printing ...73 Large-Format Printing ...74 some settings and in some environments, PageComposer may be started. Note Convenient Printer Driver Features 70 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 71
menu item for printer settings to display the Print dialog box. 2. Access the Main pane. 3. Select the Print Preview check box. 4. After you click Print, the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview window will be displayed. Print Preview Software Installation Convenient Printer Driver Features 71 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 72
it fits within the roll width. This enables you to conserve paper. iPF760 • If the page would exceed the roll paper width after rotation, Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) check box. Software Installation Convenient Printer Driver Features Configuring Settings in Mac OS X 1. Access the Page - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 73
Software Installation iPF760 Borderless Printing In regular printing, a margin required by the printer is added around the either Fit Paper Size or Fit Roll Paper Width. Borderless Printing Convenient Printer Driver Features • Borderless printing is possible when the Page Size setting matches - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 74
Convenient Printer Driver Features Software Installation Large-Format Printing Large-Format Printing You can create vertical or horizontal banners by printing originals in banner formats on rolls. Originals Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 5. Click Fit Roll Paper Width. 74 iPF760 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 75
iPF760 Enlarged/Reduced Printing Originals can be printed at larger or smaller sizes, as desired. Configuring /Reduced Printing check box. 5. Select Fit Paper Size, Fit Roll Paper Width, or Scaling. Basic Guide Enlarged/Reduced Printing 75 Convenient Printer Driver Features Software Installation - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 76
(Head Posi. Adj.) iPF760 Adjustments for Better Print Use Auto(Standard) or Auto(Advanced) to have the printer print and read a test pattern for automatic adjustment of paper, or try Manual adjustment. (See "Manual Straightening of Lines and Colors (Head Posi. Adj.).") →User's Guide • When printing - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 77
iPF760 Automatic Adjustment to Press the OK button. The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed. 4 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the OK button. 5 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Head Posi. Adj., and the instructions displayed. Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the Printhead 77 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 78
iPF760 selected in the printer driver at the time printer driver settings at the time of printing. Note • If you have selected Easy Settings in the printer driver in the Printer →P.12 • Loading Sheets in the Printer →P.18 4 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the OK button. 5 Press - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 79
iPF760 printer driver. • B:Standard/Draft This setting is applied when Standard or Fast is selected in Print Quality in the printer driver. Rolls →P.9 • Loading Rolls in the Printer →P.12 • Loading Sheets in the Printer →P.18 • Always make sure the Printer, and then press the OK button. Basic - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 80
and calculate the discrepancy. The scale bar prints Millimeter in 50 mm increments and Inch in 1inch increments. iPF760 • A test pattern is printed in black when you choose A:High or in magenta if you choose B: . Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the feed amount 80 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 81
iPF760 Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot) Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed or roll paper. 1 Turn the printer off. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.") →User's Guide 2 Push the Release Lever back. Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper 81 Basic - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 82
Paper (Paper Feed Slot) 3 Positioning your hands as shown, open the Roll Cover. iPF760 Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper 4 Fold an A4 sheet lengthwise four times and insert it through the gap steps 4 and 5. 7 Holding it at the positions indicated, close the Roll Cover. 82 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 83
iPF760 8 Pull the Release Lever forward. Clearing Jammed Roll Paper Clearing Jammed Roll Paper If paper from a loaded roll. • When cutting paper, be careful to avoid injury or damage to the printer. Caution 2 Push the Release Lever back. Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper 83 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 84
Car- riage to the left or right side manually, away from the jam. iPF760 2. Clear any jammed paper from inside the Top Cover. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer. 3. Close the Top Cover. Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper 84 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 85
damage the printer. • If paper from a roll is jammed by the Paper Feed Slot 1. Open the Roll Cover. 2. Remove the jammed paper from the Paper Feed Slot. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer. Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper 85 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 86
the printer. 4 Pull the Release Lever forward. iPF760 Clearing a Jammed Sheet If a sheet becomes jammed, "Paper jam." is shown on the Display Screen of the Control Panel. Remove the jammed paper as follows. 1 Push the Release Lever back. Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper 86 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 87
the left or right side manually, away from the jam. Clearing a Jammed Sheet 2. Clear any jammed paper from inside the Top Cover. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer. 3. Close the Top Cover. Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper 87 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 88
may stain your hands and damage the printer. iPF760 • If the paper is jammed by the Paper Feed Slot Remove the jammed paper from the Paper Feed Slot. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer. Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper 88 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 89
Guide Remove the jammed paper from the Output Tray. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer. Roll paper cannot be inserted into the paper feed slot 3 Pull the Release Lever forward. Troubleshooting Problems Cutter Unit. Specify Manual in Cutting Mode - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 90
Manual. Corrective Action Specify Yes in Auto Cut in the printer driver. If the Cutting Mode is Eject, press the Cut button to cut the paper. If the Cutting Mode is Manual Platen is soiled with ink or other substances. Printer.") →P.12 Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper 90 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 91
indicates Agitating Cause Ink agitation is in progress. Corrective Action Please wait until ink agitation is finished. The time for agitation varies depending on how long the printer has been off. (Between about 30 seconds and two minutes.) Troubleshooting Printing does not start 91 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 92
menu. Use the correct imagePROGRAF printer driver for the printer and try printing again. In the Control Panel, set Auto Rotate to Off and print again. (See "Menu Settings.") →User's Guide The printer is damaged. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Troubleshooting The printer stops during - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 93
in the Printer.") →P.18 Make sure the same type of paper is specified in the printer driver as you have loaded in the printer. 1. Press the Stop button and stop printing. 93 2. Change the type of paper in the printer driver and try printing again. Problems with the printing quality Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 94
(See "Adjusting the Printhead Height.") →User's Guide Be sure to select the correct type of paper in the Control Panel menu when loading paper. (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") →P.12 (See "Loading Sheets in the Printer.") →P.18 Troubleshooting Problems with the printing quality The edges of - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 95
(Head Posi. Adj.).") →P.76 (See "Adjusting the Printhead Alignment Manually.") →User's Guide Follow these steps to prepare the printing environment. 1. Use the same version of firmware or printer driver. 2. Specify the same value for all settings items. 95 Problems with the printing quality Basic - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 96
Troubleshooting Banding in different colors occurs iPF760 Guide Color may be uneven between dark and light image areas. Select Unidirectional Printing in the Advanced Settings of the printer driver. When borderless printing is used, the edge of the paper is cut during printing. Thus, ink - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 97
Troubleshooting iPF760 Image edges are blurred or white banding occurs Cause Density may be uneven if you use Glossy Paper or Coated Paper. The type of paper specified in the printer driver does not match the type loaded in the printer. Scan Wait Time > Area in the Control Panel menu is set to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 98
Troubleshooting Images are printed crooked iPF760 Cause The type of paper specified in the printer driver does not match the type loaded in the printer. Corrective Action Make sure the same type of paper is specified in the printer driver as you have loaded in the printer. 1. Press the Stop - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 99
Manually.") →User's Guide Troubleshooting Cannot print over a network Cannot print over a TCP/IP network Cause The printer's IP address is not configured correctly. The printer from processing large print jobs. 99 3. Start NWADMIN or PCONSOLE and confirm that the print service is configured - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 100
(Macintosh).") →User's Guide Due to the nature of Bonjour, you cannot print if the printer is on another network behind a router. Make sure the computer and printer are on the same network. For information about network settings, ask your network administrator. Troubleshooting Cannot print over - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 101
instructions are for Windows XP. The method of removing printer drivers varies depending on the version of Windows. Note 1 Select Control Panel from the start menu. 2 Select Add or Remove Programs. 3 Select imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, and then click the Change/Remove button. 101 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 102
Device Setup Utility > Uninstaller (imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility) to start the wizard. 2 In the wizard window, click Delete, and then click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen to remove imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility. Troubleshooting Installation problems 102 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 103
iPF760 With HP-GL/2, printing is misaligned HP-GL/2 problems not supported by this printer was received. The printer has "Menu Settings.") →User's Guide Troubleshooting Lines are printed too thick Guide However, for optimal Printhead performance, the printer consumes trace amounts of color ink - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 104
size is specified iPF760 HP-GL/2 Menu Settings.") →User's Guide HP-GL/2 printing takes a long time Cause Large print jobs with a printer was turned off. • The printer has received a new HP-GL/2 print job. • Printing has been canceled The printer Guide Troubleshooting HP-GL/2 problems 104 Basic - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 105
iPF760 The printer does not go on Other problems The printer does not go on ...105 If the Printer Makes a Strange Sound ...105 Messages advising to check the maintenance cartridge are not cleared 105 The printer consumes a lot of ink ...105 Ink Level Detection ...106 The printer does not go on - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 106
the printer. Releasing ink level detection 1 On the Display Screen, a message indicates that the ink level cannot be detected. After checking the message, press the ▶ button. 2 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Information, and then press the OK button. Troubleshooting Other problems 106 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 107
iPF760 3 A confirmation message is shown on the Display Screen about releasing ink level detection. After checking the message, press the ▶ button. 4 After and press the ▶ button. 7 Check the message and press the ▶ button. Ink Level Detection Troubleshooting Other problems 107 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 108
button. 9 A confirmation message about updating ink information is shown on the Display Screen. After checking the message, press the ▶ button. 10 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Ink level detection is now released. iPF760 Troubleshooting Other problems 108 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 109
iPF760 Paper jam ...114 Paper is crooked...114 Paper not aligned with right guide...115 Cannot detect papr ...115 Paper cutting failed...115 End of paper the type specified in the printer driver. You can continue to print, but note that this error may cause problems in the printing results. Error - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 110
this error may cause problems in the printset to Warning, paper smaller than the size specified ing results. in the printer driver is loaded. The to paper A4/Letter (vertical) or larger. (See "unknown.") →User's Guide The printer will resume printing. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Stop Printing, and then - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 111
iPF760 PaprWidth Mismatch "Remove paper and check pap. size" Cause A sheet has come out of the printer during printing. Corrective Action 1. Press the Release Lever back and remove the paper. 2. Reload the sheet, aligning it with the guide Width in the printer driver. Corrective Action Press - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 112
"Paper Sizes.") →User's Guide Push the Release Lever back and load unused paper of A4 size or larger. More than one sheet may be required depending on the adjustment. Roll printing is selected. Cause You have attempted to print a test print sheet or other printer status information on a roll, but - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 113
driver. (See "Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing.") →User's Guide Messages regarding paper Sheet printing is selected. Cause You have attempted to print a test print sheet or other printer status information on a sheet, but no sheet is loaded. Corrective - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 114
other printer status information on a sheet, but no sheet is loaded. Corrective Action (See "Loading and Printing on Rolls.") →User's Guide iPF760 Regular Rolls in the Printer.") →P.12 (See "Loading Sheets in the Printer.") →P.18 Error Message Messages regarding paper "Manually rewind the roll - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 115
iPF760 Cause Paper not aligned with right guide. Corrective Action If this error recurs after you reload the roll, remove the Roll Holder from the printer, push the roll firmly in until it touches the Roll Holder flange, and reload the Roll Holder in the printer. (See "Attaching the Roll Holder to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 116
iPF760 Cause There are sheets left on the Ejection Guide. Corrective Action (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer Guide." (See Paper Reference Guide.) You are using paper that is not compatible with automatic cutting. 1. Specify Manual sure the correct printer driver for the printer is selected and - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 117
iPF760 Paper position not suitable for borderless printing. Cause The loaded paper is a size not compatible with borderless printing. Corrective Action For information on types of paper compatible with borderless printing, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See Paper Reference Guide the printer. - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 118
Ink insufficient. iPF760 Messages regarding ink Ink insufficient...118 No ink left...118 Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected 118 Unable to detect ink level correctly...118 Close Ink Tank Cover ...118 Ink tank is empty...119 Not much ink is left...119 No ink tank loaded...119 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 119
print large-format or highquantity jobs. Error Message No ink tank loaded. Cause There is no Ink Tank of the indicated color in the printer. Corrective Action Load or reload the Ink Tank. (See "Replacing Ink Tanks.") →P.22 Messages regarding ink There is a problem with the Ink Tank. Replace - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 120
Cannot adjust paper feed. iPF760 Messages regarding printing or adjustment Cannot adjust paper to clear the error, and then adjust the feed amount manually. (See "Manual Banding Adjustment (Adj. Quality).") →User's Guide Check printed document. Cause The Printhead nozzles are becoming clogged. - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 121
iPF760 to check the nozzles. (See "Checking for Nozzle Clogging.") →User's Guide 3. Clean the Printhead if the nozzles are clogged. (See "Cleaning the "Replacing the Printhead.") →P.27 Printhead error Cause There is a problem with the Printhead. Corrective Action Open the Top Cover and replace the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 122
Execute printhead cleaning. iPF760 Cause The Printhead nozzles are clogged. (See "Cleaning the Printhead.") →P.41 Corrective Action If the message is still when printing, replace the Printhead. (See "Replacing the Printhead.") →P.27 Error Message Messages regarding printheads 122 Basic Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 123
iPF760 Insert the maintenance cartridge. Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge Insert the maintenance cartridge...123 Wrong maintenance cartridge...123 Maint. cart. The level is low ...123 No Maintenance Cartridge capacity...123 Maintenance cartridge full...123 Maintenance cartridge problem - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 124
on paper compatible with HP-GL/2, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Types of Paper.") →User's Guide Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print, and then press the it to Off instead. GL2: W0504 This command is not supported. Cause The printer has received an unsupported HP-GL/2 command. Check the print - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 125
) Cause Corrective Action There is a problem with the print job. Try printing again, using the correct printer driver. It is also possible to continue printing service may have occurred. Corrective Action Write down the error code and message, turn off the printer, and contact your Canon dealer - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 126
is past the recommended time to replace consumables for which service is required. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Unknown file. Cause Data sent to keep the printer up to date (such as paper information) is in the wrong format. You have uploaded firmware for a different model. Corrective - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 127
. The level is low ...123 Maintenance cartridge full...123 Maintenance cartridge problem...123 MediaType Mismatch ...109 Multi-sensor error ...126 No ink left...118 No ink tank loaded...119 No Maintenance Cartridge capacity...123 No printhead ...121 Not much ink is left...119 Error Messages Paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 128
Error Message iPF760 Unable to detect ink level correctly...118 Unknown file...126 Wrong ink tank...119 Wrong maintenance cartridge...123 Wrong printhead...121 128 Basic Guide Error Messages - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 129
Cleaning B 41 Holder Stopper 57, 61 I If a message is displayed 35 Ink level 106 Ink level detection 106 L Large-Format Printing 74 M Maintenance Cartridge 3, 28, 34, 54, 123 Menu Operations 44 Menu Structure 48 Move Printer 59 N Navigate 44 NetWare network 99 P Paper Feed Slot 14, 19 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF760 | Basic Guide - Page 130
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iPF760 Basic Guide ENG Canon Inc. 30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042 U.S.A Canon Europe Ltd. 3 The Square, Stockley Park, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB11 1ET United Kingdom Canon (China) Co., Ltd. 15F Jinbao Building No.89
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Large Format Printer
Basic Guide
Preface
Safety Precautions
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2
Manuals for this printer
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6
Handling Paper
Handling rolls
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9
Handling sheets
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18
Maintenance and Consumables
Ink Tanks
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22
Printheads
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27
Maintenance Cartridge
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34
Cleaning the Printer
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39
Printer Parts
Operations and Display Screen
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43
Printer parts
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54
Printer Relocation
Preparing to Transfer the Printer
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59
Software Installation
Installing the Printer Driver (Windows)
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66
Installing the Printer Driver (Mac OS X)
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68
Convenient Printer Driver Features
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70
Adjustments for Better Print Quality
Adjusting the Printhead
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76
Adjusting the feed amount
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78
Troubleshooting
Problems Regarding Paper
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81
Printing does not start
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91
The printer stops during a print job
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92
Problems with the printing quality
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93
Cannot print over a network
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99
Installation problems
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101
HP-GL/2 problems
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103
Other problems
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105
Error Message
Messages regarding paper
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109
Messages regarding ink
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118
Messages regarding printing or adjustment
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120
Messages regarding printheads
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121
Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge
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123
Messages regarding HP-GL/2
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124
Other Messages
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125
Error Messages
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127
Manuals for this printer
Setup Guide
Basic Guide
User's Guide
Electronic manual
Paper Reference Guide
Electronic manual
ENG
Read this manual before attempting to operate the printer.
Keep this manual in a handy location for future referencing.
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2011-12-27