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Contents Contents Introduction 1 How to use this manual 1 About This User Manual...1 HTML Version of the Manual for Printing 3 Printer Parts 7 Printer parts...7 Front...7 Back...9 Top Cover (Inside)...10 Carriage...11 Ink Tank Cover (Inside)...12 Control Panel...14 Stand...16 Media Take-up - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 4
Using Rolls and Sheets 149 Manually Loading Paper to the Position for Printing 150 Printing from Windows...151 Printing from Mac OS X...152 Printing from Mac OS 9...154 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows 156 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X 158 Specifying Paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 5
Sheet in the Printer 212 Selecting the Paper Type (Sheet 215 Removing the Sheet...216 Clearing a Jammed Sheet...217 Manually Loading Paper to OS 9 252 Printing Office Documents...253 Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver 254 Printing in Ideal Colors for Light in the Viewing Environment 257 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 6
Contents Printing Photos and Images (Windows 297 Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS X 299 Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS 9 302 Printing Photos in Monochrome (Windows 305 Printing Photos in Monochrome (Mac OS X 307 Printing Photos in Monochrome (Mac OS 9 310 Printing enlargements or - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 7
Contents Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS X 401 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS 9 403 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows 406 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS X 410 Printing Vertical or Horizontal - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 8
523 Favorites Sheet (Windows)...524 Utility Sheet (Windows)...525 Support Sheet (Windows)...526 Device Settings Sheet (Windows 527 Using PosterArtist 536 Digital Photo Front-Access...537 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows 538 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 9
Pane (Mac OS X 569 Additional Settings Pane (Mac OS X 570 Support Pane (Mac OS X)...571 Using Favorites (Mac OS X)...571 Printing Adobe RGB Images (Mac OS X 572 imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh 575 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS X 577 Color Settings Pane - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 10
Printer's NetWare Network Settings 624 Specifying the Printer's Frame Type 626 Specifying NetWare Print Services 628 Specifying NetWare Protocols 631 Configuring NetWare Network Settings 633 Configuring the Printer Driver 654 Adjusting the Feed Amount Manually 657 Adjusting the Vacuum Strength - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 11
Cleaning the Printhead...720 Other Maintenance 721 Preparing to Transfer the Printer 721 Updating the Firmware...727 Troubleshooting 728 Frequently Asked Questions 728 Frequently Asked Questions...728 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver 730 Printing does not start 731 The Data lamp on the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 12
745 Documents are printed crooked 745 Line thickness is not uniform (Windows 745 Installation problems 746 The IEEE 1394 Driver Cannot Be Installed Correctly 746 Removing Installed Printer Drivers 747 Clearing jammed paper 748 Clearing Jammed Roll Paper 748 Clearing a Jammed Sheet...752 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 13
781 No maintenance cartridge...781 Prepare for maint cart replacement 781 No Maintenance Cartridge capacity 781 Maintenance cartridge full...781 Maintenance cartridge problem 781 Messages regarding the hard disk 782 Mail box nearly full...782 Mail box full. Now printing without saving data 782 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 14
Contents Other Messages 784 GARO Wxxxx (x represents a number 784 Top cover is open...784 Carriage Cover is open...784 ERROR Exxx-xxxx (x represents a letter or number 784 Unknown file...785 Prepare for parts replacement 785 Parts replacement time has passed 785 Multi-sensor error...785 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 15
Example: Head Cleaning is displayed. Software Interface Items (Menus and Buttons) Keyboard Keys Example: Click OK . Example: Press the Tab key. • Part Names Names of printer parts are indicated as follows in this User Manual. Printer part names Example: Open the Top Cover . Introduction 1 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 16
Manuals Example: See the Paper Reference Guide . Other Cross-Reference Example: See the printer driver help. • Figures and software screens • Figures in this User Manual respective owners. • Copyright © 2007 Canon Inc. • Unauthorized reproduction of this User Manual in whole or part is prohibited - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 17
For your convenience when printing this manual, HTML versions of the sections in "Using the Printer" on the top page are available. All topics in a section are combined in one le for printing. This section describes how to print sections of the manual, using the content of Printing Procedure - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 18
How to use this manual 3. In the title area of Printing Procedure, click Access to the HTML for printing. An HTML version of the topics in Printing Procedure is displayed, suitable for printing. 4 Introduction - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 19
How to use this manual 4. Access the printing dialog box as follows, depending on your computer's operating system. • Windows In Windows, right-click anywhere in the explanation area except on a - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 20
How to use this manual 5. Specify conditions as needed, and then click Print (Windows) or Print (Macintosh). • Windows • Macintosh Note • To print "Software" on the top page or individual topics that are displayed, follow steps 4 and 5. 6 Introduction - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 21
, and remove any jammed paper from inside the printer as needed. (→P.10) b. Cutter Groove Paper is cut (using the cutter or manually with scissors) over this groove. c. Ejection Guide Guides printed documents as they are ejected. Open this guide when loading a roll. d. Roll Holder Slot Slide the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 22
ink used for maintenance purposes such as head cleaning. (Replace the cartridge when it becomes full.) n. Carrying handles When carrying the printer, have four people hold it by these handles under both sides. o. Maintenance Cartridge Cover Open this cover to replace the Maintenance Cartridge - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 23
parts a. Carrying handles When carrying the printer, have four people hold it by these handles under lit if the Ethernet cable is connected correctly and communication is possible between the computer and printer. e. USB Port Connect a USB cable to this port. This port is compatible with USB - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 24
Printer parts Top Cover (Inside) a. Top Cover Roller Prevents paper from rising when ejected. b. Paper Alignment Line Align paper with this line when loading it. this brush to sweep away paper dust on the Platen. i. Fixed Blade The Cutter Unit passes through this blade to cut paper. 10 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 25
Carriage Printer parts a. Carriage Cover Protects the Carriage. b. Printhead Fixer Cover Holds the Printhead in place. c. Printhead L Equipped with ink nozzles. The cutter blade is retracted inside when not cutting. g. Shaft Cleaner Prevents the Carriage Shaft from becoming dirty. Printer Parts 11 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 26
Tank Cover (Inside) Left Side Right Side Note: The gure shows the printer as loaded with 700 ml (23.7 oz) Ink Tank. a. Ink Tank Cartridges of ink in each color. b. Ink Tank Lock other supplies. a. Ink Color Label Load an Ink Tank that matches the color and name on this label. 12 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 27
Set Indicates how to replace the Ink Tank. An Ink Tank (→P.676) that can be used in the printer is labeled with a white letter "F" in a black circle on the side. When purchasing an Ink Tank, disabled. • Flashing Slowly Not much ink is left. • Flashing Rapidly Ink tank is empty. Printer Parts 13 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 28
jobs when the Data lamp is off. d. Message lamp (Orange) • On A warning message is displayed. • Flashing An error message is displayed. • Off The printer is off or is operating normally. e. Paper Source Section After you press the Feeder Selection button, the lamp for your chosen paper source is lit - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 29
value. l. ▼ Button Ofine mode: Press this button to feed the roll manually in the direction of ejection, as needed. (→P.190) Menu mode: Press this the printer on and off. (→P.19) q. Load/Eject Button By pressing this button, you can check instructions on loading and removing paper. Instructions - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 30
Media Take-up Unit to this part. d. Bottom Stand Stay Supports Stand L and Stand R. e. Leg Covers Covers for Stand L and Stand R. f. Stopper Locks the Stand casters. Always release the Stopper before moving the printer. Moving the printer while a Stopper is locked may scratch the casters or the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 31
Media Take-up Unit (Optional) ■Main Unit Printer parts a. Left Media Take-up Unit Load the Rewind Spool here. b. Right Media Take-up Unit Load the Rewind Spool ends of Weight Roll to adjust the weight. Use Weight Flange 1 or Weight Flange 2, depending on the type of paper. (→P.232) Printer Parts 17 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 32
Printer parts Output Stacker a. Output Stacker A cloth tray that catches ejected documents. (→P.221) b. White tag A point of reference for attaching the Output Rod Keeps Basket Arm R and Basket Arm L at the same angle. f. Rod Holder Holds the middle of the Basket Rod (cord side). 18 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 33
Printhead". (→P.694) • Ink Tank is not installed Please see "Replacing Ink Tanks". (→P.677) • "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 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 34
is ashing, check the message on the Display Screen and take action as necessary. (→P.763) If the Data lamp is ashing, the printer is receiving a print job. Turn off the printer only after printing is nished. 2. Hold down the Power button for more than a second. After Shut Down.. Please Wait.. is - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 35
received in other modes, they are printed the next time the printer goes online. • Ofine Any jobs sent from the computer are held without being processed. While the printer is ofine, you can feed or cut roll paper manually. The printer goes ofine automatically if jobs cannot be processed, such as - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 36
or buttons are pressed while all covers are closed. However, it does not enter Sleep mode while error messages are displayed. *3: In Sleep mode, the printer can be restored to the previous state by pressing any button. Sleep mode is also terminated if a print job is received or a command is issued - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 37
of the Control Panel Not printing Printing in progress (receiving or processing print jobs) Display Screen • Top Level of the Display Screen The printer status is displayed here. The selected paper source is indicated by an icon in the upper-right corner. Any warning messages are displayed here - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 38
of the Display Screen The error message is displayed with the following instructions: Turn off printer, wait, then turn on again. • Display Screen "ERROR" is displayed, followed by the error code and Call for service. • Data lamp Flashes when print jobs are being received. • Message lamp Flashes - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 39
30) Submenu mode, and state of the Control Panel Remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity and ink levels Information of the loaded paper Printer information Press the Information button to display this information, one after another: the Maintenance Cartridge capacity and remaining ink levels - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 40
error messages other than those shown below or if paper is not loaded, the printer remains ofine until you solve the problem. The Online lamp remains off. If the following error messages are displayed, the printer switches online and printing is resumed. • Insufcient paper for job • PHead needs - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 41
or a screen to manage print jobs is displayed. If you select a menu, the printer switches to that menu mode. Ofine Switches to Menu mode. Ofine, printing an error message is displayed Not switch to Menu mode until the problem is solved. Press the Information button to display the submenus. - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 42
". (→P.49) For instructions on selecting and setting main menu items, see "Main Menu Operations". (→P.30) Note • By default, main menu settings apply to all print jobs. However, for settings that are also available in the printer driver, the values specied in the printer driver take priority. Main - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 43
Information button on the Control Panel. You can check the following information in submenus. • Remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity • Ink levels • Information on the loaded paper • Printer information For a description of specic items displayed in submenus, see "Submenu Display". (→P.63 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 44
message is displayed You can access the Menu mode after you have solved the problem. To access each function menu from the main menu, and set or execute describes menu operations and how they are presented in this User Manual. • Accessing Menus (→P.31) • Specifying menu items (→P.32) • Specifying - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 45
Control Panel Accessing Menus Printer menus are grouped by function. Menus are displayed with the upper line selected. Use the buttons on the Control Panel The upper level menus are available if "◄" is displayed at left. To access these upper level menus, select a menu and press ◄. Printer Parts 31 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 46
selected, and the setting is conrmed. After two seconds, the display reverts to the upper level menu. 3. Press the Online button to bring the printer online. Note • If a conrmation message is displayed regarding the setting you entered, press the OK button. The setting is applied, and the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 47
then press the OK button. Note • Hold down ▲ or ▼ to increase or decrease the value continuously. • Make sure the IP address you enter for the printer is not the same as any computer IP address in your network. 7. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to continue entering numbers. 8. Press the Online button to bring - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 48
▼ to select the action to execute, and then press the OK button. After two seconds, the menu command is executed. After commands are executed, the printer commonly reverts to the state before the menu operation, either online or ofine. 34 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 49
is as follows. Values at right indicated by an asterisk "*" are the defaults. For instructions on menu operations, see "Main Menu Operations". (→P.30) For details on menu items, see SemiGlPhoto2 (*5) Poster Semi-Gl (*5) Syn. Paper (*5) Adh. Syn. Paper (*5) Backlit Film (*5) Printer Parts 35 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 50
# Here, the number is 1-10 (*5) Plain Paper (*5) Plain Paper HQ (*5) Plain Paper HG (*5) Recycled Coated (*5) Coated Paper (*5) HW Coated (*5) Ex HW Coated (*5) Fourth Level 36 Printer Parts Fifth Level - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 51
Photo (*5) FineArt Txtr (*5) FineArt Wtrclr (*5) FineArtBlockP (*5) Canvas Matte (*5) JPN Paper Washi (*5) Colored Coated (*5) CAD Trace Paper (*5) CAD Matte Film (*5) Fourth Level Control Panel Fifth Level Printer Parts 37 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 52
Automatic * Band Joint Print Length Adjust Length From -0.70% to 0.70% Head Height Automatic * Highest High Standard Low Lowest Skew Check Lv. Standard * Loose 38 Printer Parts Fifth Level - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 53
Detection Off On * NearEnd RollMrgn 5mm 20mm Cut Speed Fast Standard Slow Trim Edge First Automatic Off On Cutting Mode Automatic Eject Manual Bordless Margin Automatic Fixed CutDustReduct. Off On NearEnd Sht Mrgn 3mm 20mm Return Defaults No Yes Job List (Choose a print job - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 54
Control Panel First Level Adjust Printer Interface Setup Second Level Third Level Print Job List Auto Head Adj. Standard Adj. Advanced Adj. Auto Print Manual Head Adj (*10) Auto Band Adj. No Yes Standard Adj. Advanced Adj. Manual Band Adj No Yes Adjust Length (*3) No Yes Calibration - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 55
Driver Third Level 60 min. IP Mode Protocol (*4) Fourth Level Automatic Manual * DHCP BOOTP RARP IP Setting IP Address Subnet Mask Default G/W NetWare On Off * Frame Type (*6) Auto Detect Ethernet 2 Ethernet 802.2 * Ethernet 802.3 Ethernet SNAP Print Service Printer Parts 41 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 56
Panel First Level Maintenance System Setup Second Level Ext. Interface Return Defaults Repl. maint cart Replace P.head Repl. S. Cleaner Change Cutter Move Printer Warning Keep Media Size Paper Size Basis Noz. Check Freq. Third Level MAC Address Fourth Level 000085XXXXXX No * IEEE1394 No * Yes - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 57
+12:Wellington -12:Eniwetok -11:Midway is. -10Hawaii(AHST) -9:Alaska(AKST) -8:Oregon (PST) -7:Arizona(MST) -6:Texas (CST) -5:NewYork(EST) Fourth Level Control Panel Fifth Level Printer Parts 43 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 58
-1:Cape Verde yyyy/mm/dd * dd/mm/yyyy mm/dd/yyyy Date Fourth Level yyyy/mm/dd (*8) Time Fifth Level hh:mm Test Print 44 Printer Parts Contrast Adj. -4,-3,-2,-1,0*, +1,+2,+3,+4 Reset PaprSetngs No Yes Erase HDD Data Null No Yes Random Data 1x No Yes Random Data 3x No Yes Status Print - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 59
Priority is Automatic or Print Length. *4: Not displayed if IP Mode is Manual. *5: For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) The paper type setting in the printer driver and related software (as well as on the Control Panel ) is updated - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 60
Information. • Job Mgmt Menu Choose this menu to display Job Management. Submenus Each time you press the Information button on the Control Panel, printer information is displayed in the following order. ■The remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity and ink levels ■Information on the loaded paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 61
Panel Main menu during printing The structure of the main menu during printing is as follows. For instructions on menu operations, see "Main Menu Operations". (→P.30) For details on menu items available Job List Ope. (Choose a print job.) Print Delete Print Job List No Yes Printer Parts 47 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 62
Control Panel First Level Second Level Psnl. BOX Ope. Third Level Folder List Fourth Level Fifth Level (Enter a password if one has been set.) Job List Sixth Level (Choose a print job.) Seventh Level Print Delete Print Job List No Yes 48 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 63
this case, manually advance the roll before cutting it. (→P.190) Rep. Ink Tank When replacing the Ink Tank , choose Yes and follow the instructions on the 51) Job Management Manage print jobs on the printer's hard disk. (→P.53) Adjust Printer Adjust the Printhead alignment or amount of feed - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 64
Media Menu Setting Item Cut Sheet Type (*1) Description, Instructions Choose the type of sheets. (→P.215) Roll Media information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) The paper type setting in the printer driver and related software (as well as on - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 65
here.)(*1) Scan Wait Time Description, Instructions Specify the time to wait for this setting is set to Off , the printer prints without detecting the paper width. Specify Off have the roll cut automatically after printing. If you choose Manual, the paper will not be cut after printing. Instead, - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 66
.)(*1) Description, Instructions Adjust the margin during borderless printing. Choose Automatic to have the printer automatically detect the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) The paper type setting in the printer driver and related software (as well - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 67
(Enter a Job List password if one has been set.) Print Delete Print Job List Control Panel Description, Instructions Delete the current job or queued jobs. (→P.115) Print the job rst after the current print job is in Personal Boxes. Print a list of jobs in Personal Boxes. Printer Parts 53 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 68
Manual Band Adj Adjust Length Calibration Auto Adjust Calibration Log Use Adj. Value Return Defaults Description, Instructions Choose Yes to have the printer Canon paper, or paper for purposes other than checking output. Choose Yes to have the printer value. The printer driver settings are given - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 69
Item EOP Timer Description, Instructions Specify the timeout period before cancellation of print jobs that cannot be received by the printer. TCP/IP IP Mode Choose whether the printer IP address is congured automatically or a static IP address is entered manually. Protocol DHCP BOOTP Specify - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 70
Setting Item Repl. maint cart Replace P.head Repl. S. Cleaner Change Cutter Move Printer Description, Instructions When replacing the Maintenance Cartridge , choose Yes and follow the instructions on the screen. (→P.705) Not displayed during a warning message that the remaining Maintenance - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 71
, Instructions Set the buzzer. Choose On for the buzzer to sound once for warnings and three times for errors. Choose Warning for notication (display of a warning message) during printing if the paper type specied in the printer menu does not match the paper type in the printer driver. Choose - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 72
Zone Date Format Date & Time Language Contrast Adj. Reset PaprSetngs Date Time Erase HDD Data Description, Instructions Choose the unit of measurement when roll length is displayed. You can switch the unit displayed for to any type of paper. Erase all data on the hard disk. 58 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 73
Job Status Print Start Time Print End Time Print Time Print Size Media Type Interface HDDSpace Ink Consumed Control Panel Description, Instructions Displays the printer rmware version. Displays the version of the boot ROM. Displays the version of the MIT database format. Displays the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 74
, see "Menu Structure". (→P.35) Setting Item Description, Instructions Menu Durng Prtng Head Cleaning Specify Printhead cleaning options. (→P. Fine Band Adj. Fine-tune the feed amount manually. Information Displays information about the printer and record of print jobs. (→P.61) Job Mgmt - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 75
Count Job Status Print Start Time Print End Time Print Time Print Size Media Type Interface HDDSpace Ink Consumed Description, Instructions Displays the version of the printer and rmware. Displays the version of the boot ROM. Displays the version of the MIT database format. Displays the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 76
Folder List (Enter a Job List password if one has been set.) Print Delete Print Job List Description, Instructions Print the job rst after the current print job is nished printing. (→P.115) Delete the current job in Personal Boxes. Print a list of jobs in Personal Boxes. 62 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 77
will revert to the previous mode in about ve seconds if no print job is received or if you do not operate the printer. Remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity and ink levels The remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity is shown on the top level of the Display Screen. The remaining level - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 78
the OK button. Checking the information in the Status Print report The following information is included in the Status Print report. Canon imagePROGRAF iPFxxxx Status Print Printer model Firm Boot MIT(DBF) MIT(DB) S/N MC PC, C, PM, Y, GY, Bk, MBk, and M Firmware Version Boot ROM Version MIT - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 79
Log Date: Media: Use Adj. Value: Status of the Media Take-up Unit Information on the loaded paper. Control Panel Current printer settings. Printhead adjustment value. Settings related to paper feeding. The color calibration setting value. The calibration log. Indicates the date calibration - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 80
Setting values. IP Address Subnet Mask Default G/W NetWare NetWare settings. NetWare Frame Type Print Service AppleTalk Values that specify whether AppleTalk is active or not. Ethernet Driver Ethernet Driver settings. Auto Detect Comm.Mode Ethernet Type Spanning Tree MAC Address 66 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 81
Err Keep Media Size Current paper-related settings. Sheet Selection 1 Sheet Selection 2 Nozzle Check Nozzle-check settings. Sleep Timer General printer settings. Length Unit Time Zone Date Format Language Contrast Adj. Information RAM Error Log HDD Capacity System information and an - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 82
IP Address* Subnet Mask* Gateway Address* LPD Printing IPP Printing IPP Printer URI RAW Printing Raw Port Number Raw Mode Bi-direction FTP Printing Primary * SMTP Server Address* Multicast DNS Service Name *: Blank if the status has been saved by using Status Monitor. 68 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 83
Name* Print Server Password* Polling Interval RPrinter Values set when NetWare > Print Service > RPrinter is selected. Print Server Name* Printer Number* NDS PServer Values set when NetWare > Print Service > NDS PServer is selected. Tree Name* Context name* Print Server Name* Print - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 84
Status Monitor. HEAD LOT NUMBER Printhead lot number. LOT R,L PARTS STATUS COUNTER A-V Utilization status of replacement parts that require servicing. COUNTER CUTTER MEDIA MEDIA1-7 NAME TTL ROLL CUTSHEET AFTER INSTALLATION Utilization status of the cutter, media, and other items (indicating - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 85
imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, and imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. The hard disk operations available through each interface are as follows. Operation Printer Driver or imagePROGRAF Print Plug-in imagePROGRAF Status Monitor or imagePROGRAF Printmonitor RemoteUI Control Panel Saving print Print Yes - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 86
same period. This enables unattended operation at night, for example. Format of saved print jobs When saving print jobs on the printer's hard disk, choose the format in the printer driver or on the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-in screen. Choose from three formats for saving print jobs: Print, Print (auto - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 87
Hard Disk Storage destination The storage area on the printer's hard disk is divided into a temporary storage area and a permanent storage area. Print jobs in the "job queue" or name and password for each Personal Box. Up to 100 print jobs can be saved in all Personal Boxes combined. Printer Parts 73 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 88
Hard Disk Saving Print Jobs You can use the printer driver or imagePROGRAF Print Plug-in to save print jobs on the printer's hard disk. Using the printer driver (Windows) 1. Access the Page Setup sheet. 2. Click Output Method to display the Output Method dialog box. 74 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 89
them after printing. • Save in mail box Save print jobs on the printer without printing them. If you choose Save in mail box, also specify display Personal Box names in the Mail box list, as acquired from the printer. • Save data before printing This option is available in combination with Print, - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 90
Hard Disk Using the printer driver (Mac OS X) 1. Access the Additional Settings pane. 2. In Send job to, choose the format for saved print jobs. • Print Save print . • Print (auto delete) Save print jobs temporarily at the same time they are printed and delete them after printing. 76 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 91
Hard Disk • Save in mail box Save print jobs on the printer without printing them. The Destination dialog box is displayed if you select Save in mail box. Here, specify the name Print, Print (auto delete), and Save in mail box. Print jobs are saved on the hard disk and then printed. Printer Parts 77 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 92
Hard Disk Using the printer driver (Mac OS 9) 1. Access the Additional Settings pane. 2. In Send job to, choose the format for saved print jobs. • Print Save print . • Print (auto delete) Save print jobs temporarily at the same time they are printed and delete them after printing. 78 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 93
• Save in mail box Save print jobs on the printer without printing them. The Destination dialog box is displayed if Main sheet in the Print Plug-In Guide. There is a Windows and Macintosh version of the Print Plug-In Guide. You can access them from the top page of this user manual. Printer Parts 79 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 94
▲ or ▼ button to select Job List. Note • You can check a list of print jobs in the queue by choosing Job Management → Job Queue Ope. 80 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 95
(Using RemoteUI ) Choose a mail box on the Stored Job page to display a list of jobs saved in that mail box. Hard Disk Note • Enter a password if one has been set. Printer Parts 81 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 96
Hard Disk Jobs saved in the mail box are listed. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. (Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ) On the Hard Disk sheet, select a mail box in the list and click Open. 82 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 97
, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. (Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ) On the Hard Disk pane, click "►" next to Inbox No./Name to list saved jobs. Printer Parts 83 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 98
► button. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print Job List, and then press the ► button. 6. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. 84 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 99
Printing Saved Jobs You can print jobs stored on the printer's hard disk as follows. • Using the Control Panel • Using RemoteUI • Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) • Using for printing and press the OK button. 9. Specify the number of copies and press the OK button. Printer Parts 85 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 100
Hard Disk Using RemoteUI 1. On the Stored Job page, choose the mail box. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. 86 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 101
2. Select the print job in the list and click Print. Hard Disk 3. On the Print Saved Document page, enter the quantity to print in Copies and click OK. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. Printer Parts 87 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 102
Hard Disk Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor 1. On the Hard Disk sheet, select a mail box in the list and click Open. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. 88 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 103
2. In the Documents dialog box, select the print job in the list and click Print. Hard Disk 3. In the Print dialog box, enter the quantity to print in Copies and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. Printer Parts 89 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 104
display the Resume Printing dialog box. 3. Specify the number of copies and press the OK button. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help. 90 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 105
(Macintosh) Note • Jobs saved in Personal Boxes cannot be moved to the Common Box. (Using RemoteUI ) 1. On the Stored Job page, choose the mail box. Printer Parts 91 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 106
Hard Disk Note • Enter a password if one has been set. 2. Select the print job in the list and click Move. 92 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 107
. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. (Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ) 1. On the Hard Disk sheet, select a mail box in the list and click Open. Printer Parts 93 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 108
Hard Disk Note • Enter a password if one has been set. 2. In the Documents dialog box, select the print job in the list and click Move. 3. In the Move dialog box, select the destination Personal Box and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. 94 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 109
(Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ) 1. On the Hard Disk pane, click "►" next to Inbox No./Name to list saved jobs. Hard Disk Note • Enter a password if one has been set. 2. Select the saved job in the list and click Move. Printer Parts 95 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 110
Hard Disk 3. In the Move Document dialog box, select the destination Personal Box and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help. 96 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 111
Monitor • Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Using RemoteUI ) 1. On the Stored Job page, choose the mail box. Hard Disk Note • Enter a password if one has been set. Printer Parts 97 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 112
Hard Disk 2. Select the saved job in the list and click Details. The Details of the saved document page is displayed. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. 98 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 113
(Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ) 1. On the Hard Disk sheet, select a mail box in the list and click Open. Hard Disk Note • Enter a password if one has been set. Printer Parts 99 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 114
Hard Disk 2. In the Documents dialog box, select the saved job in the list and click Properties. The Properties dialog box is displayed. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. 100 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 115
(Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ) 1. On the Hard Disk pane, click ► next to Inbox No./Name to list saved jobs. Hard Disk Note • Enter a password if one has been set. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help. Printer Parts 101 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 116
Hard Disk Renaming saved jobs You can rename stored print jobs as follows. • Using RemoteUI • Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor • Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Using RemoteUI ) 1. On the Stored Job page, choose the mail box. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. 102 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 117
2. Select the saved job in the list and click Details. Hard Disk 3. On the Details of the saved document page, click Change Document. Printer Parts 103 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 118
Hard Disk 4. On the Rename Saved Document page, enter the new job name in Document Name and click OK. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. 104 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 119
(Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ) 1. On the Hard Disk sheet, select a mail box in the list and click Open. Hard Disk Note • Enter a password if one has been set. Printer Parts 105 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 120
Hard Disk 2. In the Documents dialog box, select the saved job in the list and click Properties. 3. In the Properties dialog box, enter the job name and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. 106 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 121
(Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ) 1. On the Hard Disk pane, click ► next to Inbox No./Name to list saved jobs. Hard Disk Note • Enter a password if one has been set. Printer Parts 107 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 122
been set. In this case, specify a password. After renaming, you can cancel the password as needed. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help. 108 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 123
press the ► button. 7. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Delete, and then press the ► button. 8. Conrm the print job for deletion and press the OK button. Printer Parts 109 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 124
Hard Disk Using RemoteUI 1. On the Stored Job page, choose the mail box. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. 110 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 125
2. Select the saved job in the list and click Delete. Hard Disk For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. Printer Parts 111 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 126
Hard Disk Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor 1. On the Hard Disk sheet, select a mail box in the list and click Open. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. 112 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 127
2. In the Documents dialog box, select the print job in the list and click Delete. Hard Disk For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. Printer Parts 113 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 128
Hard Disk Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor 1. On the Hard Disk pane, click ► next to Inbox No./Name to list saved jobs. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. 2. Select the saved job in the list and click Delete. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help. 114 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 129
, or deleted. You can modify current print jobs as follows. • Using the Control Panel • Using RemoteUI • Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) • Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh) Printer Parts 115 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 130
. Using RemoteUI On the Print Job page, select the job to modify and how to modify it. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. 116 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 131
following functions are available. • Preempting other jobs • Pausing printing • Resuming printing • Canceling print jobs Hard Disk For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. Printer Parts 117 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 132
Disk Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor On the Driver pane, select the job and the desired function. The following functions are available. • Preempting other jobs • Pausing printing • Resuming printing • Canceling print jobs For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help. 118 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 133
saved in the Personal Box. Note • A password cannot be set for the Common Box. • Enter a four-digit number as the password, in the range 0001-9999. • Even if you have set passwords, they are not 1. On the Stored Job page, select the Personal Box for a password. 2. Click Edit. Printer Parts 119 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 134
's Inbox dialog box, specify the password and click OK. • Set Password: Select the check box. • Password: Enter the password. (This eld is limited to four digits in the range 0001-9999.) • Conrm: Re-enter the password. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. 120 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 135
(Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ) 1. On the Hard Disk sheet, select a listed Personal Box for a password and click Open. Hard Disk Note • Enter a password if one has been set for the Personal Box. Printer Parts 121 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 136
Settings dialog box, specify the password and click OK. • Set Password: Select this check box. • Password: Enter the password. (This eld is limited to four digits in the range 0001-9999.) • Conrmation Number: Re-enter the password. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. 122 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 137
Settings dialog box, specify the password and click OK. • Set Password: Select this check box. • Password: Enter the password. (This eld is limited to four digits in the range 0001-9999.) • Conrmation Number: Re-enter the password. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 138
RemoteUI ) 1. On the Stored Job page, select the Personal Box to identify. Note • Enter a password if one has been set for the Personal Box. 124 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 139
2. Click Edit. Hard Disk 3. In the Set/Register User's Inbox dialog box, enter the Personal Box name in Inbox Name and click OK. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. Printer Parts 125 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 140
Hard Disk (Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ) 1. On the Hard Disk sheet, select a listed Personal Box to identify and click Open. Note • Enter a password if one has been set for the Personal Box. 126 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 141
2. In the Documents dialog box, click Settings. Hard Disk 3. In the Settings dialog box, enter the Personal Box name and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. Printer Parts 127 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 142
and click Settings. 2. In the Settings dialog box, enter the Personal Box name and click OK. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help. 128 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 143
Checking the Free Hard Disk Space You can check the space available on the printer's hard disk as follows. • Using the Control Panel • Using RemoteUI • Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) • upper-right corner when boxes are listed. For details, refer to the RemoteUI help. Printer Parts 129 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 144
Hard Disk Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor The Hard Disk sheet shows the free hard disk space. ■Hard Disk Sheet in imagePROGRAF Status Monitor For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor help. 130 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 145
Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor The Hard Disk pane shows the free hard disk space. ■Hard Disk Pane in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor Hard Disk For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help. Printer Parts 131 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 146
's hard disk You can erase all data on the printer's hard disk from the Control Panel. Note • You cannot erase all data on the hard disk during print jobs. • select the type of deletion, and then press the ► button. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. 132 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 147
the Media Take-up Unit, refer to the Media Take-up Unit Setup Guide. • For information on the types of paper compatible with the Media Take-up Unit, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. • For Media Take-up Unit instructions, see "Using the Media Take-up Unit (Optional)". (→P.230) Printer Parts 133 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 148
An optional interface board to add an IEEE 1394 (also called "FireWire") port. • IEEE1394 Expansion Board EB-05 Note that EB-04 is incompatible. For instructions on installing the IEEE 1394 expansion board, refer to the documentation provided with the IEEE 1394 expansion board. 134 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 149
59.1 in) Applicable standards International Energy Star Program, Law on Promoting Green Purchasing, GPN, RoHS, IT Eco Declaration, WEEE, U.S. presidential directives, J-MOSS (Green Mark) *1: The printer uses a trace amount of power even when turned off. To stop all power consumption, turn off the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 150
Printer Specications Printing performance Print method Maximum resolution Printhead Number of nozzles 2000 or Mac OS X ver. 10.3.3 or later • USB 2.0 driver: Microsoft USB 2.0 driver (available from Windows Update or the Service Pack.) • USB cable: Certied USB 2.0 cable 136 Printer Parts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 151
Printer Specications Ink Ink Tank MBK Ink Tank ( Matte Black Ink , Pigment ink or black ink for matte paper) PFI-301MBK (330 ml [11.2 [23.7 oz]) Capacity 330 or 700 ml (11.2 or 23.7 oz) per color (*1) *1: The provided Starter Ink Tanks contain 330 ml (11.2 oz) each. Printer Parts 137 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 152
-in. Roll (406.4mm), 14-in. Roll (355.6mm), 10-in. Roll (254.0mm) *1: For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) *2: When supplying paper, use a roll approximately 1,000 mm (1,093.6 yd) or longer. *3: Printing may not be possible in some - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 153
Hard Disk Capacity on the hard disk to store image data Print job storage capacity Printer Specications 48 GB • Common mail box: 100 jobs • Personal boxes: 100 jobs Printer Parts 139 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 154
when an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) expansion board is installed.) 220-240 V: 6 W max. (11 W max. when an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) expansion board is installed.) 1 W max. Printer and Stand : Approx. 140 kg (308.6 lb) Printer and Stand : 1,893 × 975 × 1,144 mm (74.5 × 38.4 × 45.0 in) Recyclable plastic used for - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 155
respect to the size of paper loaded in the printer. Except in borderless printing, the actual printing area on all sides is 0 mm. For information on paper compatible with borderless printing, see the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) • Recommended print area: A margin of 20 mm (0.79 in) on top, 5 mm - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 156
you prefer to wait for the ink to dry after printing and simply eject the document, you can deactivate automatic cutting and cut the paper manually. (→P.193) 1. Turn the printer on. (→P.19) 2. Select a roll as the paper source. (→P.178) 142 Basic Printing Workow - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 157
3. Set a roll on the Roll Holder. (→P.179) Printing procedure 4. Load the roll in the printer. (→P.182) 5. Select the paper type. (→P.188) Basic Printing Workow 143 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 158
. • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) (→P.156) • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) (→P.158) • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS 9) (→P.160) Important • Always specify the same type and size of paper in the printer menu and printer driver. If the type and - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 159
will need to enter the roll width after choosing the paper type in step 5. (→P.49) • For details on supported sizes and types of rolls, see Paper Sizes (→P.175) or the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) • When printing on rolls after printing on sheets, if the lit paper selection lamp does not switch - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 160
on Sheets These are the basic steps for loading sheets and then printing. Follow the steps below to load and print on sheets. 1. Turn the printer on. (→P.19) 2. Remove any loaded paper that will not be used. • Roll (→P.186) • Sheet (→P.216) 146 Basic Printing Workow - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 161
for the type of paper and other details. • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) (→P.156) • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) (→P.158) • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS 9) (→P.160) Printing procedure 4. Send the print job. • Printing from Windows (→P.151 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 162
sheet before sending a print job, after you load the sheet, the printer automatically shows a menu for selection of the paper type on the Display Screen selected), you must advance the paper manually to the position for printing. (→P.150) • For details on supported types and sizes of the paper, see - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 163
procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets The printer supports both rolls and sheets. Take advantage of each In the case of sheets, paper size refers to the actual size of the paper loaded in the printer. • In the case of rolls, paper size is an imagined size set as the printing area - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 164
Position for Printing After loading sheets, if you select a type of paper in the printer menu with width detection deactivated, you will need to feed the paper a different way than usual. Specically, you must manually advance the paper to the position of printing. In this case, advance the paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 165
printing methods (including enlarged or reduced printing, borderless printing, and so on) are displayed in the printer driver dialog box. There are two ways to access the printer driver dialog box, as follows: • From the application software (→P.538) • From the operating system menu (→P.206) Basic - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 166
print data and affect printing quality. Registering the printer Before printing, you must register the printer in Printer Setup Utility (or Print Center ). For instructions on registering the printer, see "Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (Macintosh)". (→P.638) Important • During this setup - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 167
conditions. Note • This dialog box includes basic printing options and enables you to choose the printer, specify the range of pages, number of copies, and so on. 2. Select the printer in the Printer list. 3. Click Print to start printing. As shown in the following illustration, you can switch - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 168
of print data and affect printing quality. Selecting the printer Before printing, you must conrm that the printer is selected in Chooser. For instructions on selecting the printer, see "Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (Macintosh)". (→P.638) Important • During this setup process, the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 169
pages, number of copies, and so on. You can also specify enlargement or reduction, borderless printing, and a variety of other print settings. 2. Make sure the printer is selected in the Printer list. 3. Click Print to start printing. Basic Printing Workow 155 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 170
match, an error message will be displayed and printing is not possible. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 171
selected Roll Paper in L Media Source, select the width of the loaded roll in M Roll Paper Width. Note • A variety of settings are available in the printer driver to suit different printing applications. For details on available printing conditions, see - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 172
(Mac OS X) If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. 1. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. Choose the original size in the C Paper Size list - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 173
is supplied. 10. If you have selected Cut Sheet or Manual in A Media Source, make sure the size as selected in printer is not shown in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane to update the printer information. Note • A variety of settings are available in the printer driver - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 174
(Mac OS 9) If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. Choose the original size in the A Page Size list. 4. - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 175
• If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane to update the printer information. Note • A variety of settings are available in the printer driver to suit different printing applications. For details on available - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 176
Panel Hold down the Stop button for a second or more to cancel print jobs or ink drying in progress when the printer is online, ofine, or in Menu mode. Printer operation varies depending on the status when you hold down the Stop button for a second or more during printing. • If you - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 177
folder, accessible through the Windows start menu. 2. Right-click the job to cancel and select Cancel. Note • The print job is displayed on the printer screen during the transmission of print data from the computer. When the transmission is nished, the job is not displayed even during printing. To - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 178
window. 2. Click Stop Jobs to stop printing. In this window, you can cancel jobs sent to the printer. Note • The print job is displayed on the printer's screen during the transmission of print data from the computer. When the transmission is nished, the job is not displayed even during printing - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 179
to cancel and click the Cancel Job button to remove the print job. The job sent to the printer is canceled. Note • The print job is displayed on the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor window while the printer receives the print data from the computer. It is not displayed before transmission of print data to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 180
you are printing in the foreground or background. Canceling background print jobs 1. Open the Garo Printer Extra folder, which was installed on the hard disk at the same time as the printer driver. 2. Open imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. 3. Choose Pause Printing in the File menu to stop print processing - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 181
Canceling print jobs Canceling foreground print jobs 1. When the progress indicator is displayed, hold down the Command key and press the period (.) key to cancel print jobs. 2. If the Display Screen of the Control Panel still indicates that the job is in progress and the Data lamp continues ashing - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 182
of paper For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) Paper size Rolls Paper width Sheets Outer diameter among manufacturers. For advice before buying paper, contact the Canon dealer where you purchased the printer. 168 Handling Paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 183
to the Paper Reference Guide . This guide identies supported plain paper, coated paper, photo paper (such as glossy photo paper), proong paper, CAD paper, and other types of paper. The Paper Reference Guide identies types and specications of paper, describes printer driver settings, gives tips - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 184
Follow the steps for your particular operating system. • Windows 1. Double-click the iPFxxxx Support icon on the desktop. (Here, iPFxxxx represents the printer model.) The online support window is displayed. 2. Select Paper Reference Guide. The Paper Reference Guide is displayed. 170 Handling Paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 185
• Mac OS X 1. Click the iPF Support icon in the Dock. The online support window is displayed. 2. Select Paper Reference Guide. The Paper Reference Guide is displayed. Paper Handling Paper 171 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 186
Paper • Mac OS 9 1. Double-click the iPFxxxx Paper Reference Guide icon on the desktop. (Here, iPFxxxx represents the printer model.) The Paper Reference Guide is displayed. 172 Handling Paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 187
paper type setting on the Control Panel, in the printer driver, and in related software is updated. • Windows 1. Double-click the iPFxxxx Support icon on the desktop. (Here, iPFxxxx represents the printer model.) The online support window is displayed. 2. Select Stay Informed. The default browser - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 188
Paper • Mac OS X 1. Click the iPF Support icon in the Dock. The online support window is displayed. 2. Select Stay Informed. The Applications (in Mac OS X or OS 9) > Canon Utilities > iPFxxxx Media Conguration Tool (here, iPFxxxx represents the printer model) ) > MCTxxxx to start the Media Con - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 189
are supported. • Outer diameter: up to 150 mm (6.0 in) • Inner diameter of paper core: 2 or 3 inches • Printing side out Roll width Roll Paper Width Settings in Printer Driver 1,118 paper compatible with borderless printing, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) Handling Paper 175 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 190
Paper Sheets Sheets of the following sizes are supported. Paper size ISO A0 ISO A1 ISO A2 ISO A2+ ISO A3 ISO A3+ ISO A4 ISO B0 ISO B1 ISO B2 ISO B3 ISO - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 191
in) 203 × 203 mm (8 × 8 in) - 1,118 × 1,600 mm (44 × 63 in) Note • In the printer driver, paper sizes are categorized into groups based on the "size system" such as ISO A or ANSI. In Windows and Mac OS Paper Sizes". (→P.396) • Borderless printing is not supported on sheets. Handling Paper 177 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 192
Data lamp is ashing Select the paper source after printing. • If a printer menu operation is in progress Select the paper source after the menu operation. . After you select the roll as the paper source, a message is displayed instructing you to load the roll. At this point, load the roll. (→P.182) - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 193
• Printed rolls will not work correctly. Cut away the printed portion before loading the roll. • For details on supported sizes and types of rolls, see Paper Sizes (→P.175) or the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) • Cut the edge of the roll paper if it is uneven, dirty, or has tape residue. Uneven - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 194
rmly so that there is no gap between the roll and the ange of the Roll Holder. If there is a gap, it may cause feeding problems. • Set the roll on a table or other at surface so that it does not roll or fall. Rolls are heavy, and dropping a roll may cause - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 195
Handling rolls Removing a Roll from the Roll Holder 1. Lift the Holder Stopper lever (a) from the shaft side to unlock it. Holding the Holder Stopper at the position indicated (b), remove it from the Roll Holder. 2. Remove the roll from the Roll Holder. Important • After removal, store the roll in - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 196
Handling rolls Loading the Roll in the Printer Note • Remove any loaded paper that will not be used. • Roll (→P.186) • Sheet (→P.216) • If the Platen is dirty, clean inside the Top Cover. (→P.717) 1. Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide. 2. With the edge of the roll paper facing forward as - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 197
quality. • If the paper is wrinkled or warped, straighten it out before loading it. • When loading paper that curls easily, lift the Release Lever to manually pull out the roll paper over the Platen. • Load the roll so that there is no gap between the right edge of the paper and - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 198
edge of the roll paper, lift the Release Lever. 6. Hold the roll edge as you gently pull it evenly to the position of the Ejection Guide (a) using the both hands. Align the right side of the roll paper with the Paper Alignment Line (b) so that the paper side is parallel to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 199
7. Close the Top Cover. Handling rolls After you load a roll, the printer automatically shows a menu for selection of the paper type on the Display Screen. At this point, specify the paper type. (→P.188) Handling Paper 185 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 200
from the Printer Caution • If you have selected Media Menu > Chk Remain.Roll > On in the printer menu and the printed document has been ejected, a barcode and brief text message of rolls. If the document is not cut but kept in the printer, only the text message is printed. In this case, cut the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 201
the Roll Holder in the direction of the arrow to rewind the roll. 5. Remove the Roll Holder from the Roll Holder Slot. 6. Lower the Ejection Guide and close the Top Cover. Important • If the Platen inside the Top Cover becomes dirty, it may soil the underside of paper. Clean the Platen - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 202
Type, and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper loaded in the printer, and then press the OK button. Note • For details on types of paper, see the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169)By factory default, Plain Paper is selected. • If you move the Release Lever, the setting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 203
specify the length as follows. Note • When you specify the roll length in the printer menu, Chk Remain.Roll must be set to On. If it is Off, Length Set menu is not shown. • After you specify the roll type, the printer automatically shows a menu for selection of the roll length on the Display Screen - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 204
ine by pressing the Online button. When the printer is ofine and roll paper is selected as the paper source, you can advance or retract the roll by pressing ▲ or ▼. Press ▲ to retract the roll manually. Press ▼ to advance the roll manually. If you hold down the ▲ or ▼ button for less than - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 205
be cut off after it has been read. Note • Only the text message is printed if the document is not cut but kept in the printer, or if you are printing on clear lm. Important • If the barcode on the roll is not detected, enter the type and length of paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 206
error message or printing problems. In this case, set Trim Edge First to Automatic or On on the Control Panel to have the printer cut the leading varies depending on the paper type. For more information, see the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) Note • If you print on paper that has an irregular width - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 207
roll is automatically cut by the Cutter Unit following printer driver settings. Cutting Mode Automatic Eject (→P.194) Choose more. Eject Manual (→P.195) Choose this setting when using media that cannot be cut using the Cutter Unit . Cut the roll using scissors. Manual Paper Cutting Select - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 208
• When cutting wide printed documents after ejection, have two people support the documents. If the paper drops, printed documents may be to the specied cut position and then automatically stopped. 7. As you support the printed document to prevent it from dropping, hold down the Stop button for - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 209
and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Cutting Mode, and then press the ► button. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Manual, and then press the OK button. 6. Start printing. The printer stops advancing the paper after printing. 7. Press the Online button. Roll paper is fed to the specied cut - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 210
Handling rolls Paper Cutting (to have the roll cut at your specied position) 1. After pressing the Online button to bring the printer ofine, press ▲ or ▼ to advance the roll paper to the position for cutting. 2. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 211
MAIN MENU. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details, and then press the ► button. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper loaded in the printer, and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select CutDustReduct., and then press the ► button. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select On, and then press the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 212
, ink may be transferred onto the paper surface during ejection, soiling it. You can prevent problems by adjusting the drying time after printing before the paper is cut. Windows 1. Display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.206) 2. Select the Main sheet and click C Advanced Settings in A Media Type - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 213
Mac OS X 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the Main pane and click C Settings in A Media Type. Handling rolls 3. In the Media Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select C Between Pages and D Between Scans in B Drying Time, and then click OK. (→P.209) Handling Paper 199 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 214
Scans in B Drying Time, and then click OK. (→P.210) Note • By factory default, Drying Time is deactivated ( Off ) for all paper types. • To have the printer wait for ink to dry immediately after printing without releasing paper, set Cutting Mode to Eject in the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 215
Clearing Jammed Roll Paper If roll paper jams, follow the steps below to remove jams. Caution • Remove any jammed paper promptly. 1. Turn the printer off. (→P.19) 2. Open the Top Cover. Handling rolls 3. If the Carriage is out, move the Carriage to separate it from the paper. Handling Paper 201 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 216
Handling rolls Important • If you push the Carriage to the left edge, the blade of the Cutter Unit will be lowered in preparation to cut the paper. Be careful not to pinch your ngers between the Carriage and Platen if you have pushed the Carriage to the left edge or if a paper jam occurs during - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 217
the front. Use a scissors or cutting tool to cut away the printed or wrinkled portion. Caution • When cutting paper, be careful to avoid scratching the printer. 6. If the Carriage is on the left, move the Carriage to the right until it stops. Important • Always move the Carriage to the right side - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 218
middle as you gently pull it evenly to the position of the Ejection Guide (a). Align the right side of the roll paper with the Paper Alignment an excessive amount will be cut away. 8. Close the Top Cover. 9. Turn the printer on. (→P.19) The roll is now advanced. After it is nished being advanced, - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 219
purposes, it is convenient to have several sets ready. Sets are available for 2- and 3-inch paper cores. (2-inch versions match the set included with the printer.) • Roll Holder Set RH2-42 (for 2-inch paper cores) • Roll Holder Set RH3-42 (for 3-inch paper cores) Handling Paper 205 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 220
Handling rolls Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu (Windows) 1. Click start > Printers and Faxes (or Printers ). 2. Select the printer, and then display the printer properties dialog box. 3. Click Printing Preferences to display the Printing Preferences dialog box, - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 221
Handling rolls Six sheets of print settings are displayed by the printer driver: Main, Page Setup, Layout, Favorites, Utility, and Support. Important • If you access the printer driver dialog box from the operating system menu, changes you make to the settings will apply to all applications you use - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 222
driver help. Note • To display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main Sheet (Windows) (→P.515), click Settings by Media Type. Setting Item Description A Media Type Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 223
driver help. Note • To display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main Pane (Mac OS X) (→P.564), click Settings by Media Type. Setting Item Description A Media Type Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 224
driver help. Note • To display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main Pane (Mac OS 9) (→P.587), click Settings by Media Type. Setting Item Description A Media Type Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 225
source on the Control Panel and specied the type and size of paper, the printer will prepare to print on the roll. If you print under these conditions, an error as the paper source, a message is displayed instructing you to load the sheet. At this point, load the sheet. (→P.212) Handling Paper 211 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 226
Sheet in the Printer Note • For details on supported types and sizes of the paper, see Paper Sizes (→P.175) or the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) Cover. (→P.717) • After pressing the Load/Eject button, you can refer to instructions on the Display Screen as you load the paper. 1. If you send a print - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 227
Handling sheets for paper feed slots Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). 2. With a sheet lengthwise and printing-side up, insert it between the Platen (a) and the Paper Retainer (b). Align the edges of the sheet as follows. 1. Align the sheet with - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 228
a noise when paper is loaded in some positions, it does not indicate a problem. If the noise is distracting, try moving the paper over slightly to the close the Top Cover. The printer now starts feeding the paper. After the paper is advanced, the printer automatically goes online and starts printing - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 229
select the type of paper loaded in the printer, and then press the OK button. Note • For details on paper types, see the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) Plain Paper is selected by factory must advance the paper manually to the position for printing. (→P.150) 5. Press the Online button to bring the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 230
cancel printing, print job processing, or ink drying. 2. Press the OK button to eject the paper. The paper is ejected from the front of the printer. 3. Open the Top Cover, lift the Release Lever, and remove the paper. 4. Lower the Release Lever and close the Top Cover. 216 Handling Paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 231
Clearing a Jammed Sheet If a sheet jams, follow the steps below to remove it. Caution • Remove any jammed paper promptly. 1. Turn the printer off. (→P.19) 2. Open the Top Cover. Handling sheets for paper feed slots 3. If the Carriage is out, move the Carriage to separate it from the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 232
4. Lift the Release Lever. 5. If the paper is visible, grasp the paper and pull it forward. 6. If the paper is not visible, lift the Ejection Guide, remove the Roll Holder, and remove the jammed paper from below. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 233
. Important • Always move the Carriage to the right side. If the Carriage is on the left, a Carriage error may occur when you turn on the printer. 8. Lower the Release Lever and close the Top Cover. 9. Turn the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 234
Position for Printing After loading sheets, if you select a type of paper in the printer menu with width detection deactivated, you will need to feed the paper a different way than usual. Specically, you must manually advance the paper to the position of printing. In this case, advance the paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 235
Output Stacker can hold printed documents from rolls that are 62 inches (1,575 mm) long. When printing longer documents, eject them in front of the printer or use the optional Media Take-up Unit. Handling Paper 221 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 236
Output Stacker The Output Stacker locks into position if you lift it to position (1) or (2). To lower the Output Stacker, lift the front Basket Rod lightly to release the lock, and then lower the stacker. 222 Handling Paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 237
front of the printer. If you choose Automatic, printed documents may be damaged. (→P.193) • During ejection in the front of the printer, be especially or bent. • Some types of paper may get caught between the Ejection Guide and Output Stacker during ejection. In this case, free the paper from - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 238
Output Stacker 2. Remove the Output Stacker from the printer. Remove the front Basket Rod from the left and right Basket Arms, and remove the back Basket Rod and Basket Arms. Next, remove the Rod Holder Adapter, leaving the Rod Holder attached, and put it in front of the printer. 224 Handling Paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 239
4. Pull out the Basket Hooks from the left and right side of the Ejection Guide. Output Stacker 5. Attach the Basket Rod to the Basket Hooks so that the white tag of the Basket Cloth is on the left side. 6. Form - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 240
Output Stacker Stowing the Output Stacker Stow the Output Stacker if you will use the Media Take-up Unit or if you will not use the Output Stacker for an extended period. 1. When the Output Stacker is in the position used when storing printed documents (a), lift the front Basket Rod gently to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 241
Output Stacker 3. Push in the left and right Basket Arms toward the back all the way, until they stop. Handling Paper 227 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 242
-up Unit This unit automatically winds up printed documents. • Media Take-up Unit TU-06 Note • For instructions on installing the Media Take-up Unit, refer to the Media Take-up Unit Setup Guide. • For information on the types of paper compatible with the Media Take-up Unit, refer to the Paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 243
. This is convenient for large-format printing, or when printing large-volume jobs continuously. Note • For instructions on installing the Media Take-up Unit, refer to the Media Take-up Unit Setup Guide. • For information on the types of paper compatible with the Media Take-up Unit, refer to the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 244
are not cut automatically when the Media Take-up Unit is used, regardless of the Cutting Mode setting in the printer menu or the Automatic Cutting setting in the printer driver. • Color tones after printing may change during the ink drying period for some types of paper. Allow ample drying time - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 245
Enabling the Take-Up Reel Function 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. 2. Select Take-up Reel → Enable and press the OK button. Disabling the Take-Up Reel Function 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. 2. Select Take-up Reel → Disable and press the OK button. Media take-up unit - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 246
Media take-up unit Loading the Rewind Spool on the Media Take-up Unit 1. When using the Output Stacker, stow the Output Stacker before this procedure. (→P.226) Important • Arrange the Basket Cloth and Basket Rod so they do not interfere with the Media Take-up Sensor. • Do not put anything in front - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 247
Media take-up unit 5. Push the anges in rmly until the paper core is secured in place and push down the lever (a) toward the shaft. Important • After pushing in the anges rmly, make sure the paper core is secure and does not move around. Move the paper core left and right. If there is a gap - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 248
Media take-up unit 8. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Media Menu, and then press the ► button. 9. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. The roll is now advanced to the Media Take-up Unit. 10. Hold the roll paper by the middle of the leading edge and align the right edge with the right - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 249
-up unit 12. Press the Online button to bring the printer ofine, and then press ▼ to loosen the tension of . If the paper is not rewound two full revolutions, repeat steps 11 and 12. • Do not manually force the Rewind Spool or paper core to rotate them. This may damage them. To rewind or unwind - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 250
Media take-up unit 14. You can unwind rolls by holding down ▼ on the Control Panel. 15. Use a combination of Weight Roll, Weight Joint, and Weight Flange that matches the roll type and width. The following list identies Weight Roll and Weight Flange you can use. Color Label is applied to each - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 251
on top of the slack in the roll paper. Important • Always set the Weight Roll on the paper. Failure to do this may cause rewinding problems. • When setting the Weight Roll on the paper, avoid touching the paper core and causing the wound roll to become out of alignment on the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 252
Media take-up unit 17. Press the Online button to bring the printer online. The Media Take-up Unit is now ready for use. Printed rolls can now be rewound automatically. Note • When the Media Take-up Unit - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 253
Media take-up unit Removing Printed Documents from the Media Take-up Unit (Optional) 1. Press the Online button to bring the printer ofine. 2. Hold down the ▼ button to advance the roll a little. To protect the paper that has been rewound, advance it an amount longer than - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 254
Media take-up unit 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Paper Cutting, and then press the ► button. 6. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes. As you hold the trailing edge of the printed document, press the OK button. The roll is now cut. Important • Always hold the trailing edge of printed documents when cutting rolls. - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 255
9. Remove the Rewind Spool from the Media Take-up Unit. Media take-up unit Important • Always turn off the Media Take-up Unit before removing the Rewind Spool. The Media Take-up Unit may be damaged if you do not turn it off rst. • Remove the Rewind Spool, pulling off both ends from the Media Take - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 256
types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) • The paper type setting in the printer driver and related software vivid colors but may also cause colors to run together. For instructions on specifying the paper type before printing, refer to the following topics - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 257
Print quality and color settings Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing You can specify detailed print settings as desired for the quality level, colors, and other criteria. Advanced Settings For printing results that appear just as expected for your original, you can - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 258
Print quality and color settings Print Quality Choose the print quality. 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 when quality is most important - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 259
be adjusted when Monochrome (Photo) is selected in Color Mode . Color-Matching Modes Driver Matching Mode ICC Matching Mode Off Choose the color-matching mode. Other color-matching For monochrome printing, set Print Quality in the printer driver to High or Highest. Enhanced Printing Options 245 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 260
than usual for printing. Note • To print at a higher level of quality, in the printer driver, choose High or Highest in Print Quality, and choose Unidirectional Printing as the direction of printing. • For instructions on specifying the print quality and color settings before printing, refer to the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 261
) Photo (Adobe RGB) Photo (Monochrome) Poster (Photos) Poster (Text, Illustrations) Scanned Image Setting optimized for printing photographic images from digital cameras. Setting optimized for printing in colors matching those of images created using the Adobe RGB color space. Setting optimized for - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 262
. (Advanced Settings) For details on Advanced Settings, see "Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing". (→P.243) • For instructions on printing photos and images, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Printing Photos and - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 263
Quality) Setting optimized for printing photographic images at a higher level of quality. Photo (from digital camera) Settings optimized for printing photographic images from digital cameras. Photo (Monochrome) Adobe RGB Images Poster (Graphic Image) Setting optimized for printing monochrome - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 264
. (Advanced Settings) For details on Advanced Settings, see "Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing". (→P.243) • For instructions on printing photos and images, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Printing Photos and - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 265
. (Advanced Settings) For details on Advanced Settings, see "Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing". (→P.243) For instructions on printing line drawings and text, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Printing Line - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 266
. (Advanced Settings) For details on Advanced Settings, see "Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing". (→P.243) For instructions on printing line drawings and text, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Printing Line - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 267
as needed. (Advanced Settings) For details on Advanced Settings, see "Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing". (→P.243) For instructions on printing ofce documents, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Printing Ofce - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 268
essentially given priority over other settings for each print job, but further color adjustment is possible in the printer driver. Color Mode Choose how the printer driver processes color, as desired. The available options vary depending on the color mode. Color Mode Description Color Print - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 269
color proles (an international standard) using the printer driver You can select the printer prole in the Printer Prole Settings list. Driver ICM Mode Color adjustment based on the standard Windows ICM function. The printer driver adjusts the colors. Available when using Windows 2000, Windows - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 270
colors are not calibrated correctly, you may not obtain the desired printing results. For instructions on monitor calibration, refer to the documentation for your monitor and operating system. For instructions on color adjustment, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 271
this number in the printer driver before printing. Important • This function requires that the Light Source Check Tool be installed. • You can install the Light Source Check Tool from the User Software CD-ROM. • This function is only supported in Windows. For instructions on selecting color tones - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 272
Print quality and color settings Printing Photos in Monochrome The following settings are available for monochrome printing. Main Easy Settings Print Target Photo A mode optimized for printing monochrome images with (Monochrome) maximum expressiveness through simple operations. Choosing - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 273
presets. This topic describes how to print CAD drawings in monochrome. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 274
Monochrome in the G Color Mode list. 9. To adjust the brightness and contrast, click H Color Settings. Note • For instructions on adjusting brightness and contrast, see "Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver". (→P.254) 10. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 11. Conrm the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 275
topic describes how to print CAD drawings in monochrome. 1. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. Choose the original size in the C Paper Size list. 4. Click F OK to close the dialog box. 5. In the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 276
vary depending on the paper type. 11. Click Monochrome in the H Color Mode list. 12. To adjust the brightness and contrast, click I Set. Note • For instructions on adjusting brightness and contrast, see "Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver". (→P.254) 262 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 277
13. Access the Page Setup pane. Print quality and color settings 14. Conrm the settings of A Media Source and C Page Size. 15. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.558) - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 278
your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to print CAD drawings in monochrome. 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. Choose the original size in the A Page - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 279
list vary depending on the paper type. 11. Click Monochrome in the H Color Mode list. 12. To adjust brightness and contrast, click I Set. Note • For instructions on adjusting brightness and contrast, see "Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver". (→P.254) Enhanced Printing Options 265 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 280
Print quality and color settings 13. Access the Finishing pane. 14. Conrm the selection in A Media Source. 15. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.584) 266 Enhanced Printing - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 281
describes how to ne-tune the color tone of photos before printing. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 282
Print quality and color settings 7. Click H Color Settings to display the Color Settings dialog box. 8. On the Color Adjustment sheet, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description C Cyan D Magenta Correct color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan , - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 283
11. Conrm the settings of A Page Size, L Media Source, and so on. 12. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For instructions on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.508) Enhanced Printing Options 269 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 284
ne-tune the color tone of photos before printing. 1. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. Choose the original size in the C Paper Size list. 4. Click F OK to close the dialog box. 5. Choose Print in - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 285
8. Click D Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Print quality and color settings 9. Click Color in the H Color Mode list. 10. Click I Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. Enhanced Printing Options 271 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 286
. Conrm the settings of A Media Source and C Page Size. 15. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For instructions on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.558) 272 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 287
settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune the color tone of photos before printing. 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. Choose the original size in the A Page Size - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 288
Print quality and color settings 8. Click E Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. 9. Click Color in the H Color Mode list. 10. Click I Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. 274 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 289
Print quality and color settings 11. On the Color Adjustment pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description C Cyan D Magenta Correct color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan , Magenta , and Yellow . E Yellow F Brightness Adjust the brightness - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 290
This topic describes how to ne-tune monochrome settings before printing. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 291
Print quality and color settings 7. Click H Color Settings to display the Color Settings dialog box. 8. On the Gray Adjustment sheet, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. 9. Close the Color Settings dialog box. 10. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 11. - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 292
Print quality and color settings Fine-Tuning Monochrome Settings When Printing Photos (Mac OS X) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune monochrome settings before printing. 1. Choose Page Setup from the application menu - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 293
8. Click D Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Print quality and color settings 9. Click Monochrome (Photo) in the H Color Mode list. Note • Monochrome (Photo) may not be available for all types of paper. 10. Click I Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. 11. On the Gray Adjustment - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 294
Print quality and color settings 13. Access the Page Setup pane. 14. Conrm the settings of A Media Source and C Page Size. 15. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.558) 280 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 295
own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to ne-tune monochrome settings before printing. 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. Choose the original size in the A Page - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 296
Print quality and color settings 8. Click E Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. 9. Click Monochrome (Photo) in the H Color Mode list. Note • Monochrome (Photo) may not be available for all types of paper. 10. Click I Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. 11. On the Gray Adjustment - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 297
12. Access the Finishing pane. Print quality and color settings 13. Conrm the selection in A Media Source. 14. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.584) Enhanced Printing - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 298
Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 299
Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm). 10. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Windows)". (→P.506) 11. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Con - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 300
paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Choose Page Setup in the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. In the C Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A3. 4. Click F OK to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 301
list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 302
in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A3. 13. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.557) 14. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 303
A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. In the A Page Size list, click the size of - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 304
the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information. 12. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.583) 13. Conrm the print settings, and - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 305
: Plain Paper • Paper size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 306
For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Windows)". (→P.506) 10. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Caution • Depending on the Media Type setting, some Print Target options may not be available. Note • For instructions on conrming print settings, see - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 307
• Paper size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) 1. Choose Page Setup in the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. In the C Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A4. 4. Click F OK to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 308
in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. 12. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.557) 13. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 309
A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Sheets • Paper type: Plain Paper • Paper size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup in the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. In the A Page Size list, click the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 310
Finishing pane. 10. Click Cut Sheet in the A Media Source list. 11. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.583) 12. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on con - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 311
image from a digital camera • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Glossy Photo Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 312
OK. 10. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Windows)". (→P.506) 11. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For instructions on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.508 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 313
: Photo image from a digital camera • Page Size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper Type: Glossy Photo Paper • Roll paper Width: 10 inches (254 mm) 1. Choose Page Setup in the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 314
setting in the printer driver and related software (as well as on the Control Panel ) is updated when you install the Media Conguration Tool from the User Software CD-ROM or if you change paper information by using the Media Conguration Tool. See the Media Conguration Tool Guide (Windows) or - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 315
in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12". 13. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.557) 14. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 316
print photos based on the following example. • Document: Photo image from a digital camera • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Glossy Photo Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0mm) 1. Select the printer - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 317
setting in the printer driver and related software (as well as on the Control Panel ) is updated when you install the Media Conguration Tool from the User Software CD-ROM or if you change paper information by using the Media Conguration Tool. See the Media Conguration Tool Guide (Windows) or - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 318
the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information. 12. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.583) 13. Conrm the print settings, and - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 319
: Photo image from a digital camera • Page size: 10×12 inches • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Glossy Photo Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 320
case, click 10-in. Roll (254.0mm), and then click OK. 10. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Windows)". (→P.506) 11. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Con - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 321
Photos in Monochrome (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print photos in monochrome based on the following example. • Original: Photo image from a digital camera • Page size: 10×12 inches • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Glossy Photo Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) 1. Choose Page Setup - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 322
setting in the printer driver and related software (as well as on the Control Panel ) is updated when you install the Media Conguration Tool from the User Software CD-ROM or if you change paper information by using the Media Conguration Tool. (See the Media Conguration Tool Guide (Windows) or - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 323
in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12". 13. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.557) 14. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 324
in monochrome based on the following example. • Original: Photo image from a digital camera • Page size: 10×12 inches • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Glossy Photo Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) 1. Select the printer in - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 325
setting in the printer driver and related software (as well as on the Control Panel ) is updated when you install the Media Conguration Tool from the User Software CD-ROM or if you change paper information by using the Media Conguration Tool. (See the Media Conguration Tool Guide (Windows) or - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 326
the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane to update the printer information. 12. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.583) 13. Conrm - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 327
printer driver, as desired. Fit Media Size Enlarge or reduce the original to match the size of the paper you are using. For instructions (→P.343) Note • For better printing results when enlarging photos from a digital camera in TIFF or JPEG format, use an image-editing application software such as - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 328
printer driver, as desired. Fit Roll Paper Width Enlarge or reduce the original as a whole to match the roll paper width, as desired. For instructions ) Note • For better printing results when enlarging photos from a digital camera in TIFF or JPEG format, use an image-editing application software - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 329
in the printer driver, as desired. Scaling Enlarge or reduce originals by a particular amount, as desired. For instructions on entering (→P.326) Note • For better printing results when enlarging photos from a digital camera in TIFF or JPEG format, use an image-editing application software such as - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 330
Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER Scanned originals from a Color imageRUNNER can be enlarged and printed automatically. For instructions on printing enlargements of scanned originals from a Color imageRUNNER, refer to the following topic. • Printing Enlargements of Scanned - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 331
printer driver dialog box. (→P.206) 2. Click the Utility tab to display the Utility sheet. 3. Click B Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy to start the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy utility. 4. Use the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy utility to register or modify hot folders. For instructions - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 332
an original on the Color imageRUNNER for enlarged printing on the printer. For detailed instructions, refer to the Color imageRUNNER manual. 1. Load the original on the platen glass or document feeder Enlargement Copy, refer to Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Guide . 318 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 333
box, either double-click the GARO ExtraKit icon after navigating to Applications - Canon Utilities - imagePROGRAF, or click C Set on the Utility pane. 2. In Add or Edit and either create or modify the hot folder. For instructions on registering and modifying hot folders, refer to the help le for the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 334
an original on the Color imageRUNNER for enlarged printing on the printer. For detailed instructions, refer to the Color imageRUNNER manual. 1. Load the original on the platen glass or document feeder Enlargement Copy, refer to Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Guide . 320 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 335
borderless printing, you cannot resize originals by entering a scaling value. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 336
Printing enlargements or reductions 8. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm). 9. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). 10. Select the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 337
, you cannot resize originals by entering a scaling value. 1. Choose Page Setup in the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. In C Paper Size, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A4. 4. Click F OK to close - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 338
list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 339
Printing enlargements or reductions 12. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. 13. Select the D Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 14. Click G Scaling and enter "120." Note • You can specify - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 340
paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) Important • In borderless printing, you cannot resize originals by entering a scaling value. 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. In A Page Size, click the size of - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 341
Paper Width list-here, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 342
Printing enlargements or reductions 12. Access the Page Setup pane. 13. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. 14. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 328 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 343
15. Click F Scaling and enter "120." Printing enlargements or reductions Note • You can specify enlargement that exceeds the paper size, but in this case, the portion off the edge of the paper will not be printed. • If the original size after enlargement or reduction is smaller than the paper size - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 344
Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: 16 inches (406.4 mm) 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 345
Printing enlargements or reductions 7. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 8. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). 9. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Note • If the Enlarged/ - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 346
: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: 16 inches (406.4 mm) 1. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. In C Paper Size, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A4. 4. Click F OK to close the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 347
Width list-in this case, 16 in. (406.4mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 348
Printing enlargements or reductions 12. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. 13. Select the D Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 14. Click F Fit Roll Paper Width. 15. Conrm the print settings - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 349
• Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: 16 inches (406.4 mm) 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. In A Page Size, click the size of the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 350
Width list-in this case, 16 in. (406.4mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 351
12. Access the Page Setup pane. Printing enlargements or reductions 13. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. 14. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 15. Click E Fit Roll Paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 352
Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 353
Printing enlargements or reductions 7. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 8. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm). 9. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 354
paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Choose Page Setup in the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. In C Paper Size, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A4. 4. Click F OK to close the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 355
list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 356
Printing enlargements or reductions 12. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. 13. Select the D Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 14. Make sure E Fit Media Size is selected. 15. Click ISO A3 in - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 357
: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. In A Page Size, click the size of the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 358
list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 359
12. Access the Page Setup pane. Printing enlargements or reductions 13. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. 14. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 15. Make sure D Fit Media Size - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 360
paper, load paper larger than the page size-a size that includes the margin required by the printer. • Sheets: Load paper that is at least 10 mm (0.39 in) wider and 28 than the maximum size supported by the printer cannot be used as paper for oversized printing. (→P.175) 346 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 361
size in oversized printing, register the paper size as a Custom Media Size. Oversized printing is not available with "Custom Size." (→P.396) For instructions on oversized printing, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Printing at Full Size (Windows - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 362
borderless printing, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) • Paper incompatible with the printer's auto cut function can be printed without steps to change the ink drying time. 1. On the Main sheet of the printer driver, click Settings in Media Type. 2. Select the ink drying time in the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 363
3 mm longer on each side than the paper size so that the image can be printed at actual size in borderless printing. For instructions on borderless printing of photos and images at actual size, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Borderless - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 364
the margin, as in Microsoft Word, set the margin at 0 mm. For instructions on specifying the margin, refer to the software documentation. • The extra 3 mm Print in the application menu. 3. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 4. Make sure the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 365
7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Printing at full size 8. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the source application. In this case, click 10"x12". 9. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 10. Select the B Borderless Printing - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 366
: 10 inches (254.0 mm) 1. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. In the C Paper Size list, choose a paper size supported for borderless printing. Here, click 10"x12" - Borderless. Note • Paper sizes - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 367
Width list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 368
Printing at full size 13. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12" - Borderless. 14. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 369
Coated Paper • Roll width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page choose a paper size supported for borderless printing. Here, click 10"x12" - Borderless. Note • Paper sizes supported for borderless printing are - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 370
Width list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 371
14. Access the Page Setup pane. Printing at full size 15. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12". 16. Conrm the print settings, and click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 372
: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 373
Printing at full size 8. Click OK to close the Media Size Options dialog box. 9. Click Oversize - ISO A4 in the A Page Size list. 10. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 11. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm). 12. Conrm - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 374
paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. In C Paper Size, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A4 - Oversize. Note • For oversized - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 375
list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 376
Printing at full size 12. Make sure C Page Size shows the original size as specied in C Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4 - Oversize. 13. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 377
.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. In D Print Area Setting, click G For printing - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 378
, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information. 13. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 379
borderless printing, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) • Paper incompatible with the printer's auto cut function can be printed without steps to change the ink drying time. 1. On the Main sheet of the printer driver, click Settings in Media Type. 2. Select the ink drying time in the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 380
size of the paper you are using. Note • The printer driver automatically enlarges originals 3 mm (0.12 in) past the dimensions of the paper on each side. The 3 mm portion beyond the edge on each side is not printed. For instructions on borderless printing of photos, images, and other documents to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 381
borderless printing, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) • Paper incompatible with the printer's auto cut function can be printed without steps to change the ink drying time. 1. On the Main sheet of the printer driver, click Settings in Media Type. 2. Select the ink drying time in the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 382
90 degrees before printing so that the original width (relative to portrait orientation) matches the roll paper width in borderless printing. For instructions on borderless printing of photos, images, and other documents to match the roll paper width, refer to the following topics, as appropriate - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 383
borderless printing, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) • Paper incompatible with the printer's auto cut function can be printed without steps to change the ink drying time. 1. On the Main sheet of the printer driver, click Settings in Media Type. 2. Select the ink drying time in the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 384
3 mm longer on each side than the paper size so that the image can be printed at actual size in borderless printing. For instructions on borderless printing of photos and images at actual size, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Borderless - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 385
the margin, as in Microsoft Word, set the margin at 0 mm. For instructions on specifying the margin, refer to the software documentation. • The extra 3 mm Print in the application menu. 3. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 4. Make sure the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 386
Borderless Printing 7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 8. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the source application. In this case, click 10"x12". 9. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 10. Select the B Borderless Printing check - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 387
: 10 inches (254.0 mm) 1. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. In the C Paper Size list, choose a paper size supported for borderless printing. Here, click 10"x12" - Borderless. Note • Paper sizes - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 388
Width list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 389
Borderless Printing 13. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12" - Borderless. 14. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 390
Coated Paper • Roll width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page choose a paper size supported for borderless printing. Here, click 10"x12" - Borderless. Note • Paper sizes supported for borderless printing are - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 391
Width list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 392
Borderless Printing 14. Access the Page Setup pane. 15. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12". 16. Conrm the print settings, and click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 393
, as in Microsoft Word, set the margin at 0 mm. For instructions on specifying the margin, refer to the software documentation. 2. Choose Print in the application menu. 3. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 4. Make sure the Main sheet is - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 394
Borderless Printing 7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 8. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). 9. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 10. Select the B Borderless - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 395
Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) 1. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. In C Paper Size, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A4. Note • All sizes are - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 396
B Roll Paper Width list-here, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 397
Borderless Printing 13. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. 14. Select the D Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 15. Select the H Borderless Printing check box. This ensures that F Fit Roll - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 398
size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. In A Page Size, click the size of the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 399
Width list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 400
Borderless Printing 13. Access the Page Setup pane. 14. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. 15. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 16. Select the G Borderless Printing check box. - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 401
, as in Microsoft Word, set the margin at 0 mm. For instructions on specifying the margin, refer to the software documentation. 2. Choose Print in the application menu. 3. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 4. Make sure the Main sheet is - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 402
Borderless Printing 7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 8. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click 10"x12". 9. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 10. Select the B Borderless Printing check box to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 403
Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) 1. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. In the C Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click 10"x12". Note • All sizes - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 404
Width list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 405
Borderless Printing 13. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12". 14. On the Page Setup pane, select the D Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 15. Select the H Borderless Printing check box. 16. - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 406
• Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. In the A Page Size list, click the size of - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 407
Width list-in this case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 408
Borderless Printing 13. Access the Page Setup pane. 14. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, 10"x12". 15. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 16. Select the G Borderless Printing check box. - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 409
simple printer driver settings. Fit Roll Paper Width You can easily create vertical or horizontal banners by automatically enlarging or reducing originals to t the full width of rolls. Note • The maximum supported roll length is 18.0 m or 19.7 yd (when printing in Mac OS X). For instructions on - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 410
so that it will always be available, we recommend registering the paper size in the printer driver. Note • These temporary paper sizes you register on the printer are called "Custom Sizes" in Windows. For instructions on specifying non-standard paper sizes for printing, refer to the following topics - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 411
mm [16.9 × 16.9 in]) 1. Load the square paper (430 × 430 mm [16.9 × 16.9 in]) in the printer. 2. Choose Print in the application menu. 3. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 4. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 5. In the A Media Type list - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 412
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 7. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 8. Click Cut Sheet in the L Media Source list. 9. Click Custom Size in the A Page Size list to display the Custom Size Settings dialog box. 10. Complete the following settings in the Custom - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 413
mm [16.9 × 16.9 in]) 1. Load the square paper (430 × 430 mm [16.9 × 16.9 in]) in the printer. 2. Choose Print in the application menu. 3. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 4. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 5. In the A Media Type list - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 414
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 8. Click O Size Options to display the Media Size Options dialog box. 9. Complete the following settings in the Media Size Options dialog box. 1. Enter a desired paper name in Custom Media Size Name. "430 mm Square" is used in this example. 2. Select - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 415
Sizes dialog box. 6. In Page Size, enter the height and width of the original. Here, enter "43.00 cm" in Height and Width. 7. In Printer Margins, enter "0.5" for the top and side margins and "2.3" for the bottom margin. Here, measurements are entered in centimeters. 8. Double-click Untitled in the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 416
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 13. Access the Main pane. 14. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. 15. After conrming that D Easy Settings is selected, click Scanned Image in the E Print Target list. 16. Access the Page - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 417
× 430 mm [16.9 × 16.9 in]) 1. Create the document in the application. 2. Load the square paper (430 × 430 mm [16.9 × 16.9 in]) in the printer. 3. Select the printer in Chooser. 4. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 5. Click Media Design in the Page - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 418
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 9. Access the Page Attribute dialog box. 10. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click "430*430", the size you registered. 11. In D Print Area Setting, click E Standard. 12. Click Cut Sheet in the E Standard list. 13. - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 419
18. Access the Finishing pane. Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 19. Click Cut Sheet in the A Media Source list. 20. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.584) - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 420
describes how to register a paper size that is horizontally elongated and suitable for banners in either horizontal or vertical format. 1. Display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.206) 2. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 3. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 421
sizes 8. Click Add to add the paper size of "My Horizontal Banner." 9. Click OK to close the Media Size Options dialog box. 10. Close the printer driver dialog box. Note • You can also specify a Custom Size as the paper size. Note that Custom Size settings are not available after you exit the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 422
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. 5. After conrming that D Easy Settings is selected, click Poster (Text, Illustrations) in the E Print Target list. 6. Click the Page Setup tab to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 423
. In this case, click 16-in. Roll (406.4mm), and then click OK. 12. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For instructions on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.508) Note • If printing is unsuccessful, you may be able to print after completing - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 424
format. 1. Create the document in the application. 2. Choose Page Setup in the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 4. Click Manage Custom Sizes in the C Paper Size list to display the Custom Page Sizes dialog box. 5. Double - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 425
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 7. Specify the margins by entering "0.3" in Printer Margins. Here, measurements are entered in centimeters. 8. Click OK to close the Custom Page Sizes dialog box. 9. In the C Paper Size list, click the size - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 426
case, 16 in. (406.4mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the printer information. 8. In C Page Size, make sure "100*500" is displayed, as registered in Page Setup. 9. Select the D Enlarged/Reduced - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 427
size that is horizontally elongated and suitable for banners in either horizontal or vertical format. 1. Create the document in the application. 2. Select the printer in Chooser. 3. Choose Page Setup in the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 4. Click Media Design in the Page - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 428
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes 7. Under F Media Size, enter "100" in G Wid. and "500" in H Hght. 8. Click J Add to add the paper size of "My Horizontal Banner." 9. Access the Page Attribute dialog box. 10. In the A Page Size list, click the size you added, "My Horizontal Banner." 11 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 429
Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Print the banner Follow these steps to print the banner using the corresponding banner settings. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Make sure the Main pane is displayed. 3. In the C Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 430
case, 10 in. (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information. 8. Access the Page Setup pane. 9. In B Page Size, make sure "My Horizontal Banner" is displayed, as registered in Media Design - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 431
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other By arranging originals from word-processing or spreadsheet programs or web browser screen shots next to each other on single sheets, you can create highly expressive presentation - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 432
from multiple les-even multiple source applications-in a single-page layout. Important • The driver must be installed from the User Software CD-ROM to use this function. For instructions on arranging originals from multiple applications, refer to the following topics. • Printing Multiple Originals - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 433
, settings for conserving paper, number of copies, borderless printing, enlargement or reduction, and other layout-related settings are disregarded. For instructions on borderless printing of photos and images at actual size, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 434
. Important • This function cannot be combined with the following options. • Borderless Printing • Scaling Originals (Windows) • Banner Printing (Windows) For instructions on printing multiple pages per sheet, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 435
on several sheets. By assembling the printed sheets, you can create a poster larger than the maximum supported paper size of the printer. Page Layout Choose poster printing. For instructions on printing large posters, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 436
poster larger than the maximum supported paper size of the printer. This topic describes how to Manual ) • Paper Type: Glossy Paper • Paper size: A2 (420.0×594.0 mm [16.5 × 23.4 in]) 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 437
of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A2. 8. Click Manual in the L Media Source list. 9. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. 10 as desired. Note • For instructions on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.508 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 438
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. This topic describes how to enlarge an A2 original for printing it in sections on four sheets, based on the following example - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 439
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet 10. After conrming that E Easy Settings is selected, click Poster (Graphic Image) in the F Print Target list. 11. Access the Page Setup pane. 12. Select the I Page Layout check box. 13. Click Poster (2 x 2) in the I Page Layout list. 14. In the Pages to Print - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 440
describes how to arrange multiple originals using the Free Layout function. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 441
• Without closing the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window, repeat steps 1-7 to arrange originals from multiple applications on the same page. Note • For instructions on editing and rearranging images, refer to the imagePROGRAF Free Layout help topic. 9. Print from the imagePROGRAF Free Layout menu. Note - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 442
use the Free Layout function to arrange multiple originals next to each other before printing. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Click PDF and select Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout. 3. The Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window is displayed. 428 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 443
page. Note • For instructions on editing and rearranging images, refer to the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout help topic. 5. Print from the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout menu. Note • For details on Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout functions, refer to Free Layout Guide . Enhanced Printing Options 429 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 444
, enlargement or reduction, and other layout-related settings are disregarded. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, click the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 445
reduction, and other layout-related settings are disregarded. 1. Choose Page Setup in the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. Click the original size in the C Paper Size list. 4. Click F OK to close the dialog box. 5. In the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 446
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet 9. Access the Page Setup pane. 10. Click Roll Paper (Banner) in the A Media Source list. 11. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.558) 432 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 447
settings for conserving paper, number of copies, borderless printing, enlargement or reduction, and other layout-related settings are disregarded. 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. Click the original size in - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 448
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet 9. Access the Finishing pane. 10. Click Roll Paper (Banner) in the A Media Source list. 11. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.584) 434 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 449
Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 450
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet 8. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 9. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm). 10. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. 11. Select the A Page Layout check box. 12. Click 4 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 451
paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Choose Page Setup in the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. In the C Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A3. 4. Click F OK to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 452
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet 8. Access the Main pane. 9. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. 10. Select the printing application in the E Print Target list. 11. Access the Page Setup pane. 12. Click Roll Paper in the A Media - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 453
, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the printer information. 14. Make sure C Page Size shows the original size as specied in C Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 454
A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. In the A Page Size list, click the size of - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 455
9. Access the Page Setup pane. Tiling and multiple pages per sheet 10. Select the I Page Layout check box. 11. Click 4 Pages/Sheet in the I Page Layout list. Note • You can choose the layout order and specify a boundary line for the four pages in J Layout Direction and K Page Border. 12. Access - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 456
, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information. 15. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 457
to the width when printing. Print Centered Aligns the center of the original with the center of the roll, relative to the width. For instructions on centering originals when printing on rolls, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Printing Originals - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 458
you can center originals on sheets when printing. Print Centered Aligns the center of the original with the center of the sheet. For instructions on centering originals when printing on sheets, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Printing Originals - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 459
type: Plain Paper • Roll width: A3/A4 roll (297.0 mm [11.7 in]) 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 460
Centering originals 8. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 9. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A3/A4 Roll (297.0mm). 10. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. 11. Select the G Print Centered check box. 12. Conrm the print - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 461
Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to center originals before printing on rolls based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 462
Paper Width list-in this case, 10-in. Roll. Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 463
Centering originals 12. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. 13. Select the J Print Centered check box. 14. Conrm the print settings, and click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on con - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 464
: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A3/A4 roll (297.0 mm [11.7 in]) 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. In A Page Size, click the size of the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 465
9. Access the Page Setup pane. Centering originals 10. Make sure the B Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in A Page Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. 11. Access the Finishing pane. Enhanced Printing Options 451 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 466
case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information. 14. Select the F Print Centered check box. 15. Conrm the print settings, and click N Print to start printing. Note - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 467
: Plain Paper • Paper size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 468
on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.508) Important • If you have selected Cut Sheet as the media source, follow the instructions on the printer control panel to enter the paper size. 454 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 469
Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to center originals for printing on sheets, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4/Letter • Paper: Sheets • Paper type: Plain Paper • Paper size: Non-standard 1. Choose Page - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 470
conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.558) Important • If you have selected Cut Sheet as the media source, follow the instructions on the printer control panel to enter the paper size. 456 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 471
how to center originals for printing on sheets, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4/Letter • Paper: Sheets ( Manual ) • Paper type: Plain Paper • Paper size: Non-standard 1. Choose Page Setup from the source application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 472
Centering originals 8. Access the Page Setup pane. 9. Make sure B Page Size shows the original size as specied in Page Setup in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. 10. Access the Finishing pane. 458 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 473
conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.584) Important • If you have selected Cut Sheet as the media source, follow the instructions on the printer control panel to enter the paper size. Enhanced Printing Options 459 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 474
Conserving roll paper Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees You can conserve roll paper by specifying particular settings as suitable for your original. Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) When originals are printed in portrait orientation, the original is - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 475
originals. This enables you to conserve as much paper as the size of the margins. Important • Printing without the top and bottom margins is not supported in the following cases. • Banner printing • If you have chosen poster as the type of page layout Note • Even during borderless printing, you can - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 476
: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A3/A4 roll (297.0 mm [11.7 in]) 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 477
Conserving roll paper 6. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). 7. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 8. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A3 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 478
Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to conserve roll paper when printing originals that have a top and bottom margin, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 479
Width -in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 480
Conserving roll paper 11. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. 12. Select the K No Spaces at Top or Bottom check box. 13. Conrm the print settings, and click M Print to start printing. Note • - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 481
: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A3/A4 roll (297.0 mm [11.7 in]) 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. In A Page Size, click the size of the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 482
, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information. 11. Select the H No Spaces at Top or Bottom check box. 12. Conrm the print settings, and click N Print to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 483
paper (297.0 mm [11.7 in]), which enables you to conserve paper. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 484
Conserving roll paper 7. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 8. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A3/A4 Roll (297.0mm). 9. Select the K Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) check box. 10. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 485
.0 mm [11.7 in]), which enables you to conserve paper. 1. Choose Page Setup in the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. In the C Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A4. 4. Click F OK to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 486
Width -in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 487
Conserving roll paper 11. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. 12. Select the L Rotate Page 90 degrees check box. 13. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 488
in portrait orientation 90 degrees to t within the width of A3/A4 roll (297.0 mm [11.7 in]), which enables you to conserve paper. 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. In the A Page Size list, click the size of - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 489
, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information. 11. Select the I Rotate Page 90 degrees check box. 12. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 490
Printing CAD Drawings Printing CAD Drawings Printing CAD Drawings Using this printer, you can print ne lines and text clearly and sharply. It's easy to produce highly precise drawings from CAD applications. For instructions on CAD printing, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 491
Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 492
Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm). 10. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Windows)". (→P.506) 11. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Con - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 493
paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Choose Page Setup in the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. In the C Paper Size list, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A3. 4. Click F OK to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 494
list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 495
in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A3. 13. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.557) 14. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 496
Printing CAD Drawings 6. Make sure the Main pane is displayed. 7. In the C Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. 8. After conrming that E Easy Settings is selected, click CAD (Line Drawing) in the F Print Target list. Note • You can check the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 497
the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information. 12. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.583) 13. Conrm the print settings, and - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 498
only on the rst page, if desired. Note • Watermarks are supported in Windows and Mac OS 9. • In addition to the provided watermarks, use up to 50 original watermarks including the watermarks provided. For detailed instructions on printing with watermarks, refer to the following topics: • Printing - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 499
paper for printing. Orientation Paper is usually loaded in the printer in portrait orientation. When you have an original in landscape down. Mirror A mirror image of the original is printed. For instructions on specifying the original orientation before printing, refer to the following topics - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 500
that cannot be used with the auto cut feature, see the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) Automatic Cutting Roll paper is cut automatically after printing. If you cutting the roll, or you can print a cut line. For instructions on cutting roll paper after printing, refer to the following topics, as - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 501
Guide (Macintosh) Using the Printer Driver to Print The printer driver offers the following settings and adjustments. • Choose the standard sRBG color space or Adobe RGB as desired. • Adjust the color balance, brightness, contrast, saturation, and gray levels. For instructions on using the printer - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 502
features to insert source documents in posters and compose an original with them. Important • This function is only supported in Windows. For detailed instructions on editing with PosterArtist, refer to the following topic: • Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals (Windows) (→P.528) 488 Enhanced - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 503
auto cut function) after printing, as well as how to print a cut line to cut the paper manually. Note • Auto cut function is activated on the printer by factory default and when the printer driver is installed. Follow the steps below to reactivate the function after it is disabled, or to change the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 504
cut function) after printing, as well as how to print a cut line to cut the paper manually. Note • The auto cut function is activated on the printer by factory default and when the printer driver is installed. Follow the steps below to reactivate the function once disabled, or select the setting for - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 505
the type of paper that is loaded. 10. Click C Set to display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box. 11. To enable automatic cutting, click Printer Default in the H Automatic Cutting list. If you prefer to cut the paper later yourself, click Print Cut Guideline. Important • If the automatic cut - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 506
cut function) after printing, as well as how to print a cut line to cut the paper manually. Note • The auto cut function is activated on the printer by factory default and when the printer driver is installed. Follow the steps below to reactivate the function once disabled, or select the setting for - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 507
the type of paper that is loaded. 10. Click D Set to display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box. 11. To enable automatic cutting, click Printer Default in the H Automatic Cutting list. If you prefer to cut the paper later yourself, click Print Cut Guideline. Important • If the automatic cut - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 508
Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 509
Other useful settings 7. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). 8. In H Orientation, click J Landscape. 9. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 10. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 510
paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Choose Page Setup in the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. In the C Paper Size, click the size of the original. In this case, click ISO A4. 4. In D Orientation, click the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 511
list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 512
Other useful settings 13. Make sure the C Page Size setting matches the original size as selected in C Paper Size in the Page Attribute dialog box-in this case, ISO A4. 14. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Con - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 513
A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. In A Page Size, click the size of the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 514
, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the printer information. 13. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 515
Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 516
box. 12. Click FILE COPY in the E Watermarks list. Note • To create your own, original watermark, click F Edit Watermark. Refer to the printer driver help for instructions on modifying watermarks to create your own. 13. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 517
A2 (420.0 × 594.0 mm [16.5 × 23.4 in]) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. In the A Page Size list, click the size of - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 518
list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer on the Main pane and update the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 519
Watermarks list. Other useful settings Note • To create your own, original watermark, click E Edit Watermark. Refer to the printer driver help for instructions on modifying watermarks to create your own. 14. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 520
Windows Software Windows Printer Driver Settings (Windows) For instructions on accessing the Windows printer driver, refer to the following topics. • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows) (→P.538) • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 521
imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy. • Support Sheet (Windows) (→P.526) You can view support information and the user's manual. • Device Settings Sheet (Windows) (→P.527) You can display settings for optional equipment installed on the printer and see the printer driver version. imagePROGRAF Free Layout - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 522
Windows Conrming Print Settings (Windows) There are two ways to conrm the print settings, as follows. • Checking a preview of the settings (→P.508) • Checking a print preview (→P.509) Checking a preview of the settings A preview of the settings is displayed on the left side of the Main, Page Setup - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 523
Windows Note • To conrm the Print Target specied in Easy Settings, click F View Settings on the Main sheet to display the View Settings dialog box. Checking a print preview You can check an image of the original just as it will be printed. When you activate this feature, PageComposer is launched - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 524
how to preview images of print jobs before actually printing them. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. Select the L Open Preview When Print Job Starts - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 525
by Media Type. Setting Item Description A Media Source Shows the Media Source supported by the printer, as well as information about the loaded paper. To update the Media Source and media type settings in the printer driver, select the desired Media Source option and click OK . Software 511 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 526
Windows Settings Summaries Dialog Box (Windows) The Settings Summaries dialog box enables you to conrm the settings for the Main, Page Setup, Layout, and Favorites sheets. A Copy Button Corresponding Utility Click to copy the settings information to the clipboard. You can paste the settings - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 527
steps below to save the current print settings as a favorite. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Complete the print settings. 4. Click the Favorites tab to display the Favorites sheet. 5. Click - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 528
Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Click the Favorites tab to settings and print as desired. Note • For instructions on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.508) - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 529
the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . (→P.169) B Get Information Click to display the Get Information dialog box, which shows media types and sizes by media source, as specied on the printer. When you select a media source, your selection is applied to the printer driver - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 530
and print jobs. You can also set up email notication if printer errors occur by completing the Email Notice settings. For details, refer to the Status Monitor help. Click to conrm version information for the printer driver. Click to restore all settings on the sheet to the default values. 516 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 531
the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . (→P.169) B Get Information Click to display the Get Information dialog box, which shows media types and sizes by media source, as specied on the printer. When you select a media source, your selection is applied to the printer driver - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 532
and print jobs. You can also set up email notication if printer errors occur by completing the Email Notice settings. For details, refer to the Status Monitor help. Click to conrm version information for the printer driver. Click to restore all settings on the sheet to the default values. 518 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 533
Windows Page Setup Sheet (Windows) The following settings are available on the Page Setupsheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item A Page Size Description Select the page size as specied in the source application. For details on available page sizes, see - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 534
Windows Setting Item H Orientation K Rotate Page 90 degrees (Conserve Paper) L Media Source M Roll Paper Width N Auto Cut Description Choose the printing orientation. Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (→P.485) Activate this setting to rotate the document image by 90 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 535
Windows Layout Sheet (Windows) The following settings are available on the Layout sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item A Page Layout Description Activate this setting to select a particular page layout. Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (→P.420) - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 536
Windows Setting Item M Special Settings S Defaults Description If the printing results are not as you expected, click this option to change how printing is processed. Click to restore all settings on the sheet to the default values. 522 Software - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 537
Windows Gray Adjustment Sheet (Windows) The following settings are available on the Gray Adjustment sheet. Gray Adjustment On the Gray Adjustment sheet, you can adjust the color balance, brightness, contrast, and other image qualities. Note • To display the Gray Adjustment sheet, on the Main Sheet - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 538
to favorite settings selected in the A Favorites , when clicking D Apply Favorite . For details on the settings items used in preference, refer to the printer driver help. Click to delete the selected favorite settings from the A Favorites . Click to display the Edit dialog box, which enables you to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 539
Click to start the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor , which offers the following maintenance for the printer. • Nozzle (ink ejecting outlet) check • Nozzle (ink ejecting outlet) cleaning a Color imageRUNNER (Windows) (→P.317) *1: For details, see Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Guide . Software 525 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 540
Utility Click to access the Canon support webpage, where you can nd the latest information on the printer and consumables, check for printer driver updates, and browse other information. Click to view the printer user's manual. This function requires the user's manual to be installed on your - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 541
properties sheets are controlled by Windows applications. However, the Device Settings sheet is for conguring the printer, and it is an extension of the printer driver. The following settings are available on the Device Settings sheet. A About Setting Item Description You can display version - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 542
• PosterArtist (sold separately) must be installed to use this function. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.538) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 543
window as desired. Important • Without closing the PosterArtist window, repeat steps 1-8 to arrange originals from multiple applications on the same page. Note • For instructions on editing and rearranging images, refer to the PosterArtist Manual. 10. Print from the PosterArtist menu. Software 529 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 544
color-matching. • In the printer driver settings, select Driver Matching Mode and choose Adobe RGB in Color Space. 1. In Photoshop, create an image in the Adobe RGB color space. Note • The following procedures are based on the example of Photoshop CS2. • For instructions on creating Adobe RGB images - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 545
. Click H Color Settings to display the Color Settings dialog box. 14. Click the Matching tab to display the Matching sheet. 15. In Matching Mode, click Driver Matching Mode. 16. In Color Space, click Adobe RGB. 17. Click OK to close the Color Settings dialog box. 18. Click the Page Setup tab - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 546
Windows 19. In the A Page Size list, click the size of the original as specied in the source application. In this case, click 10"x12". 20. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 21. Select the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper Width list. In this case, click 10-in. Roll (254.0mm), - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 547
, and "Status Monitor" shows details for each printer. • You can view a list of the printers for which printer drivers have been installed on your computer, printers connected to your computer, and printers found on the network. • Printer status can be checked in real time on a computer monitor - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 548
Setup Utility to complete the network settings initially. • Starting imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility will show a list of printers found on the network. In this list, select the printer (specically, the printer's MAC address) that you want to set up, and then congure the basic settings from your - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 549
imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the User Software CD-ROM provided with the printer as follows: Important • In Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Server 2003/ Click Install in imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to proceed with the installation. Software 535 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 550
congure the network settings. • For instructions on installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility, see printers, select the printer to congure. 3. Choose Protocol Settings from the Printer menu. 4. In the Setting IP Address list, choose Manual. 5. Enter the IP address assigned to the printer - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 551
application that links photos from Canon digital cameras and other image les on your computer with various other applications. • Simply select an image and click the icon of the application you want to start to launch the application. • You can also print from Digital Photo Front-Access. In short - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 552
. ■Example: Print dialog box displayed by the application software Six sheets of print settings are displayed by the printer driver: Main, Page Setup, Layout, Favorites, Utility, and Support. Note • The titles of dialog boxes may vary depending on the application, and sheets other than these six - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 553
only apply temporarily to that application. The changes will not be valid after you exit the application. • You can also access the printer driver dialog box from the Windows system menu. see "Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu (Windows)". (→P.206) Software 539 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 554
Windows Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu (Windows) 1. Click start > Printers and Faxes (or Printers ). 2. Select the printer, and then display the printer properties dialog box. 3. Click Printing Preferences to display the Printing Preferences dialog box, titled - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 555
Windows Six sheets of print settings are displayed by the printer driver: Main, Page Setup, Layout, Favorites, Utility, and Support. Important • If you access the printer driver dialog box from the operating system menu, changes you make to the settings will apply to all applications you use for - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 556
application used to create them. However, if the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can also adjust the color in the printer driver. Color Adjustment : color If the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can adjust it on the Color Adjustment sheet. Note • To - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 557
. Click to restore all settings on the sheet to the default values. Note • For details on settings items, see "Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver". (→P.254) Object Adjustment dialog box In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 558
ICM Mode , or Host ICM Mode , depending on your color matching system. If you don't want color matching using the printer driver, select Off . B Matching Method Select the color matching method that suits the document to be printed. Various Matching Method options are available depending on your - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 559
and Text , clear Use the Same Prole for All Objects and specify the individual settings. C Printer Prole Settings Specify the printer prole as desired. Normally, select Auto Settings . Note • For details on settings items, see "Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver". (→P.254) Software 545 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 560
Windows Matching sheet: Ambient Light Matching Mode (Kyuanos) On the Matching sheet, you can specify color matching to compensate for differences in the appearance of colors on various devices. The following options are available when you select Ambient Light Matching Mode (Kyuanos) in the Matching - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 561
B Media Type C Media Source D Print Description The printer name is displayed here. Select the type of paper, as desired. For information on the types of paper compatible with Ambient Light Matching Mode (Kyuanos) , refer to the Paper Reference Guide . (→P.169) Choose the media source, as desired - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 562
Windows Color Settings Sheet: Monochrome (Windows) The following settings are available on the Color Settings sheet for monochrome printing. Color Adjustment : monochrome On the Color Adjustment sheet for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. Note • To display the Color - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 563
Windows Note • For details on settings items, see "Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver". (→P.254) Object Adjustment dialog box In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to. If - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 564
you to see the original image just as it will be printed. Conrming the image of print jobs helps prevent printing errors. For instructions on previewing print jobs, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Previewing Images Before Printing (Windows - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 565
driver help. Note • To display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main Sheet (Windows) (→P.515), click Settings by Media Type. Setting Item Description A Media Type Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 566
(→P.519), click Media Size Options. Setting Item Description A Media Size List Shows the names and sizes of paper that can be used with the printer driver. B Delete Custom media sizes created by users can be deleted from the Media Size List , as needed. However, they cannot be deleted in the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 567
printer driver dialog box. (→P.206) 2. Click the Utility tab to display the Utility sheet. 3. Click B Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy to start the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy utility. 4. Use the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy utility to register or modify hot folders. For instructions - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 568
scan an original on the Color imageRUNNER for enlarged printing on the printer. For detailed instructions, refer to the Color imageRUNNER manual. 1. Load the original on the platen glass or document feeder imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy, refer to Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Guide . 554 Software - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 569
Windows Special Settings Dialog Box (Windows) If the printing results are not as you expected, you can change how printing is processed in the Special Settings dialog box. Note • To display the Special Settings dialog box, on the Layout Sheet (Windows) (→P.521), click Special Settings. Setting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 570
Windows View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application (Windows) In the View Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application. Note • To display the View Settings dialog box, on the Main Sheet (Windows) (→P.515), click View Settings by Print Target. Setting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 571
Mac OS X Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS X) For instructions on accessing the Mac OS X printer driver, refer to the following topics. • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS X) (→P.577) Mac OS X For information on the Mac OS X printer driver settings, refer to the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 572
, and so on. Display Area Pane displayed when the Images tab is clicked Pane displayed when the Size tab is clicked Pane with printer and paper illustrations Information Displayed On top, illustrations indicate the page size of the original, the paper size, orientation, layout, borderless printing - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 573
Mac OS X Note • To conrm the Print Target specied in Easy Settings, click F View set. on the Main pane to display the View settings dialog box. Checking a print preview You can check an image of the original just as it will be printed. Conrming the image of print jobs beforehand helps prevent - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 574
, and your changes will be instantly applied on the preview screen. Preview (Macintosh) Important • The driver must be installed from the User Software CD-ROM to use this function. For instructions on how to check the layout before printing, refer to the following topics: • Checking the Layout - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 575
3. The Canon imagePROGRAF Preview window is displayed. 4. Check the layout and adjust settings in the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview window as desired. 5. Print from the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview menu. Note • For details on imagePROGRAF Preview functions, refer to imagePROGRAF Preview Guide . Software - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 576
Mac OS X Previewing Images Before Printing (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to preview images of print jobs before actually printing them. 1. In the application menu, choose Print. 2. Click Preview to open the preview window. 3. Check the layout and other aspects of the printing image, and then - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 577
564), click Get Information by Media Type. Setting Item Description A Media Source Shows the Media Source supported by the printer, as well as the type of paper loaded. To update the media type setting in the printer driver, select the desired Media Source option and click OK . Software 563 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 578
types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . (→P.169) Click to display the Get Information dialog box, which shows media types specied on the printer for each media source. When you select a media source, your selection is applied to the printer driver settings for the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 579
types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . (→P.169) Click to display the Get Information dialog box, which shows media types specied on the printer for each media source. When you select a media source, your selection is applied to the printer driver settings for the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 580
X Page Setup Pane (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Page Setup pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item A Media Source Description Choose how paper is supplied. Options displayed in the list vary depending on the selection in A Media - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 581
Mac OS X Setting Item J Print Centered Description Activate this setting to print document images in the center of the paper. Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (→P.443) Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (→P.444) K No Spaces at Top or Bottom Activate this setting to print the next image - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 582
Setting Item A Set B View Description Click to display the Printer dialog box, which offers the following maintenance for the printer. • Nozzle (ink ejecting outlet) cleaning • Head alignment Copy (iR enlargement copy). *1: For details, see Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Guide . 568 Software - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 583
Mac OS X Gray Adjustment Pane (Mac OS X) The following settings are available on the Gray Adjustment pane. Gray Adjustment On the Gray Adjustment pane, you can adjust the color balance, brightness, contrast, and other image qualities. Note • To display the Gray Adjustment pane, on the Main Pane ( - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 584
job to Click to display the Send job to dialog box, which enables you to specify how print jobs are stored on the printer's hard disk. • E Print • F Print (auto delete) • G Save in mail box H Save data before printing Jobs are printed after they are saved on the hard disk. - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 585
Utility Click to access the Canon support webpage, where you can nd the latest information on the printer and consumables, check for printer driver updates, and browse other information. Click to view the printer user's manual. This function requires the user's manual to be installed on your - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 586
• Do not set up color-matching in Photoshop. • In the printer driver, specify Driver Correction and set Color Space to Adobe RGB. 1. In Photoshop, create an image in the Adobe RGB color space. Note • Photoshop CS2 is used in this example. • For instructions on creating Adobe RGB images, refer to the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 587
H Color Mode list. 12. Click I Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. 13. Click Matching to display the Matching pane. 14. In Mode, click Driver Correction. 15. In Color Space, click Adobe RGB. 16. Click OK to close the Color Settings dialog box. 17. Access the Page Setup pane. Software - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 588
, 10-in. Roll (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in B Roll Paper Width, click L Printer Information on the Main pane and update the printer information. 20. Make sure the page size as specied in Photoshop is shown in C Page Size -in this case, 10 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 589
check the status of print jobs, cancel jobs, and manage them as needed. • If a printer error occurs, you can investigate the corrective action immediately. • You can also set up automatic email notication of any printer problems or errors to email addresses you designate in advance. Software 575 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 590
the network or to a local port. 2. In the Printer menu, select the name of the desired printer. After the printer is detected, the printer status is shown. 3. If information about the printer is not shown in step 2, choose Search Printer in the Printer menu. 4. Select the zone to search (or select - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 591
OS X Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS X) 1. In the application software, select Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. Note • This dialog box includes basic printing options and enables you to choose the printer, specify the range - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 592
application used to create them. However, if the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can also adjust the color in the printer driver. Color Adjustment pane: color If the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can adjust it on the Color Adjustment pane. Note - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 593
OS X Note • For details on settings items, see "Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver". (→P.254) Matching pane On the Matching pane, you can specify color matching, to desired. Note • For details on settings items, see "Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver". (→P.254) Software 579 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 594
, and reducing the Contrast softens images. H Saturation Not available. I Gray Adjustment Not available. Note • For details on settings items, see "Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver". (→P.254) 580 Software - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 595
driver help. Note • To display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main Pane (Mac OS X) (→P.564), click Settings by Media Type. Setting Item Description A Media Type Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 596
Mac OS X View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application (Mac OS X) In the View Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application. Note • To display the View Settings dialog box, on the Main Pane (Mac OS X) (→P.564), click View Settings by Print Target. Setting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 597
Mac OS 9 Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS 9) For instructions on accessing the Mac OS 9 printer driver, refer to the following topics. • Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS 9) (→P.602) Mac OS 9 For information on the Mac OS 9 printer driver settings, refer to the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 598
so on. Display Area Pane displayed when the H Images tab is clicked Pane displayed when the I Size tab is clicked Pane with printer and paper illustrations Information Displayed On top, illustrations indicate the page size of the original, the paper size, orientation, layout, borderless printing - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 599
Mac OS 9 Note • To conrm the Print Target specied in Easy Settings, click G View set. on the Main pane to display the View set. dialog box. Checking a print preview You can check an image of the original just as it will be printed. Conrming the image of print jobs beforehand helps prevent - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 600
Mac OS 9 Previewing Images Before Printing (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to preview images of print jobs before actually printing them. 1. In the application menu, choose Print. 2. Click Preview to open the preview window. 3. Check the layout and other aspects of the printing image, and then - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 601
on the Main pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Note • On the Main pane, choose Easy Settings to specify type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . (→P.169) Click to display the Media Detailed Settings - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 602
paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . (→P.169) Click to display the Media Detailed Settings dialog more advanced color settings. Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver (→P.254) Although unidirectional printing is slower, it can - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 603
are available on the Page Setup pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item A Roll Paper Width Description Displays the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer. B Page Size Displays the page size, as specied in the source application. For details - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 604
Mac OS 9 Setting Item J Layout Direction Description This setting is available when I Page Layout is selected. Here, you can specify the orientation of multiple pages to be printed on a single sheet. K Page Border This setting is available when I Page Layout is selected. Here, you can specify - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 605
Mac OS 9 Finishing Pane (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Finishing pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item A Media Source Description You can choose the media source. Options displayed in the list vary depending on the selection in - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 606
Mac OS 9 Gray Adjustment Pane (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Gray Adjustment pane. Gray Adjustment On the Gray Adjustment pane, you can adjust the color balance, brightness, contrast, and other image qualities. Note • To display the Gray Adjustment pane, on the Main Pane ( - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 607
on the Device Settings pane. Mac OS 9 Setting Item A Utility Description Click to display the Printer Information dialog box, which offers the following maintenance for the printer. • Nozzle (ink ejecting outlet) cleaning • Head alignment adjustment • Feed amount adjustment Software 593 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 608
Pane (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Additional Settings pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item A Background Printing D Data Send Method G Printing Finished Alert Method H Make a Sound J Display a Message K Send job to Q Special - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 609
using the favorite Follow the steps below to print using the favorite you have registered. 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page Setup from the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog box. 3. have been changed. For details, refer to the printer driver help. Software 595 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 610
Mac OS 9 7. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.584) 596 Software - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 611
not set up color-matching in Photoshop. • In the printer driver, specify Driver Matching Mode and set Color Space to Adobe RGB. 1. In Photoshop, create an image in the Adobe RGB color space. Note • Photoshop CS2 is used in this example. • For instructions on creating Adobe RGB images, refer to the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 612
the H Color Mode list. 9. Click I Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. 10. Click Matching to display the Matching pane. 11. In Mode, click Driver Correction. 12. In Color Space, click Adobe RGB. 13. Click OK to close the Color Settings dialog box. 14. Access the Page Setup pane. 598 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 613
-here, 10-in. Roll (254.0mm). Note • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in the B Roll Paper Width list, click the L Printer in the Main pane to update the printer information. 19. Conrm the print settings, and click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 614
check the status of print jobs, cancel jobs, and manage them as needed. • If a printer error occurs, you can investigate the corrective action immediately. • You can also set up automatic email notication of any printer problems or errors to email addresses you designate in advance. 600 Software - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 615
the network or to a local port. 2. In the Printer menu, select the name of the desired printer. After the printer is detected, the printer status is shown. 3. If information about the printer is not shown in step 2, choose Search Printer in the Printer menu. 4. Select the zone to search (or select - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 616
OS 9 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS 9) 1. In the application software, select Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. Note • This dialog box includes basic printing options and enables you to choose the printer, specify the range - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 617
Mac OS 9 3. Click Print to start printing. As shown in the following illustration, you can switch to other panes in this dialog box to complete settings for various methods of printing, including enlarged and reduced printing, borderless printing, and so on. Software 603 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 618
application used to create them. However, if the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can also adjust the color in the printer driver. Color Adjustment pane: color If the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can adjust it on the Color Adjustment pane. Note - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 619
box, in which you can specify objects subject to color adjustment. Note • For details on settings items, see "Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver". (→P.254) Object Adjustment dialog box In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 620
your selection in Matching . C Color Space Select the applicable color space as desired. Note • For details on settings items, see "Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver". (→P.254) 606 Software - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 621
Mac OS 9 Color Settings Pane: Monochrome (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Color Settings pane for monochrome printing. Color Adjustment pane: monochrome On the Color Adjustment pane for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. Note • To display the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 622
Mac OS 9 Note • For details on settings items, see "Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver". (→P.254) Object Adjustment dialog box In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to. If - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 623
driver help. Note • To display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main Pane (Mac OS 9) (→P.587), click Settings by Media Type. Setting Item Description A Media Type Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 624
Mac OS 9 Special Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS 9) If the printing results are not as you expected, you can change how printing is processed in the Special Settings dialog box. Note • To display the Special Settings dialog box, on the Additional Settings Pane (Mac OS 9) (→P.594), click Special - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 625
Mac OS 9 View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application (Mac OS 9) In the View Settings dialog box, you can check details of the selected printing application. Note • To display the View Settings dialog box, on the Main Pane (Mac OS 9) (→P.587), click View Settings by Print Target. - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 626
• Compatible computer • A computer that runs one of the above operating systems Note • The printer cannot be used over a LocalTalk network. • Compatible with EtherTalk Phase 2. • Printing over runs one of the above operating systems Note • In NetWare 6.0, iPrint is not supported. 612 Network Setting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 627
conrming what type of network environment you will connect the printer to, set up the printer and computers as needed. • Example of a Windows network In Windows networks, print over TCP/IP. Note • NetBIOS is not supported. • Example of a Macintosh network In Macintosh networks, print over AppleTalk - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 628
Conguring the IP Address on the Printer You must congure the printer's IP address before using the printer on a TCP/IP network. The printer's IP address is congured automatically when you install the printer driver following the instructions in the Quick Start Guide. Follow the steps below to con - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 629
the web browser after this procedure. • For instructions on reconguring the IP address, see "Conguring the IP Address on the Printer". (→P.614) • For details on RemoteUI, and ► to select Interface Setup → Ethernet Driver → Init. Settings → Yes (in this order), and nally press the OK - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 630
default gateway. 0.0.0.0 Activate this setting to use LDP On Printing. Activate this setting to use IPP On Printing. Specify the URI of the printer used printer for IPP printing using up to 252 characters (1-252 characters). When using a standard Windows port for IPP printing, enter an URL less - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 631
). Do not use numbers, "-", or "." for the rst character, or "-" or "." for the last character. Multicast DNS Service Name Specify the printer's Multicast Canon iPFxxxx (xxxxxx) DNS service name, up to 63 characters. (1-63 characters) This name will be displayed when Bonjour functions are used - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 632
Address, and then press the ► button. 6. Press ◄ or ► to move to another digit for numerical input. 7. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the number, and then press the OK to enter the IP address assigned to the printer. 9. Press the Online button to bring the printer online. If any of the settings are changed - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 633
Setup, and then press the ► button. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Ethernet Driver, and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select MAC Address, and then press the ► button. You can also print information on the printer status, which includes the MAC address, as follows: 1. Press the Menu button - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 634
Network Setting 4. Execute the following command to send the IP address to the printer and congure it. ping [IP address as specied in the ARP command] -l 479 Example: ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx -l 479 Note • In "-l," the "l" - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 635
IP address or name"/ Example: http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/ 2. Select Administrator Mode and click Logon. 3. If a password has been set on the printer, enter the password. 4. Click Information in the Device Manager menu at left to display the Information page. 5. To display the relevant settings page - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 636
32 or later or Safari 2.03 or later. • Access is not possible via a proxy server. In environments where a proxy server is used, add the printer's IP address to Exceptions (addresses accessed without a proxy server) in the web browser proxy server settings. (Settings may vary depending on the network - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 637
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 or errors, you can also complete settings for email notication when service is needed or it's time to replace consumables. Note • For details - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 638
in the Location (or Address ) box to display the RemoteUI page. http://"printer IP address or name"/ Example: http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/ 2. Select Administrator This mode supports fast data transfer when printing in queue server mode. Normally, leave the setting On. Choose the print service. • Bindery - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 639
name is the same as the name of the print server. Printer Number Specify the number of the 0 printer connected to the NetWare print server. (0-254) Enter the printer number designated by the NetWare print service. 7. Click OK to display the Network page. Default Setting Network Setting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 640
address is congured. Important • Before specifying the frame type, make sure the printer is on and connected to the network. • For instructions on installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility, see "Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility". (→P.535) Specifying the frame type using imagePROGRAF - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 641
, and then press the ► button. 9. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the desired print service, and then press the OK button. Return to the NetWare menu. 10. Press the Online button to bring the printer online. If any of the settings is changed, a message for conrmation is displayed. In this case, press the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 642
topic gives instructions for conguring NetWare print services. The order service. If you use NDPS, use the Novell printer gateway included with NetWare. For details on conguring NDPS, refer to the NetWare documentation. • NDS (Novell Directory Service) and Bindery NDS and bindery are both supported - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 643
printer mode is used. 1. Log into NetWare as Administrator or with equivalent rights, and then start NWADMIN. 2. Run Quick Setup. 1. Choose Print Services use the printer in remote printer mode, choose Parallel in Type, click Communications, and set Ports to LPT1 and Connection Type to Manual Load. - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 644
Note down the print server name for future reference. 4. Specify the printer type. 1. To use the printer in queue server mode, choose Other/Unknown in Type. To use remote printer mode, set Printer Type to Parallel and Position to Manual Load. 2. Press the Esc key. 3. After the conrmation message is - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 645
the password of the print server created in Specifying NetWare Print Services. (→P.628) 4. In Polling Interval, specify the interval at which the printer checks the NetWare print queue. • If you have selected RPrinter: Remote Printer Mode (Using a Bindery Print Server) 1. In Print Server Name, enter - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 646
. (→P.628) Usually, the advertising name is the same as the name of the print server. 2. In Printer Number, enter the same printer number specied in Specifying NetWare Print Services. (→P.628) 11. Click OK to display the Network page. 12. Click Reset to activate the settings. For a list of NetWare - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 647
printer driver. Follow the instructions of your network administrator to install the printer driver on each computer to be used for printing. When installing the printer driver, choose Network Printer as the printer destination, and then choose the print queue created from the NetWare print service - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 648
Network Setting (Windows) Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (Windows) This topic describes how to specify the printer driver destination if the printer's IP address is changed, or if you will use the printer over a network connection instead of via USB connection. Important • If you use the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 649
Device Setup Utility from the User Software CD-ROM provided with the printer as follows: Important • In Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Server 2003 Click Install in imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to proceed with the installation. Network Setting 635 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 650
congure the network settings. • For instructions on installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility, see printers, select the printer to congure. 3. Choose Protocol Settings from the Printer menu. 4. In the Setting IP Address list, choose Manual. 5. Enter the IP address assigned to the printer - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 651
(or Print Center ) in Mac OS X. If you use multiple printers in the same zone, assign a unique name to each printer. By default, the network interface name is "Canon NB-17FB (xxxxxx)." (Here, xxxxxx is the last six digits of the printer's MAC address.) *2: If zones have been created on the network - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 652
Network Setting (Macintosh) Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (Macintosh) Specify the printer driver destination as follows if the printer's IP address is changed, or if you will use the printer over a network connection instead of via USB connection. • If you switch to printing in an - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 653
select AppleTalk, and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select On, and then press the OK button. 5. Press the Online button to bring the printer online. If any of the settings is changed, a message for conrmation is displayed. In this case, press the OK button. Note • By using RemoteUI - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 654
. 7. Choose Chooser from the Apple menu to display the Chooser window. 8. In the list at left, click GARO Printer Driver. 9. In the Destination list at right, select AppleTalk, and then select the printer in the list below. 10. Close the Chooser window and click OK after the conrmation message is - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 655
AppleTalk Active, and click Apply now. 3. Close the Network window and save the settings. 4. Choose Utilities (or Applications ) in the Go menu of Finder. 5. Click Printer Setup Utility (or Print Center ) in the Utilities folder. 6. If the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 656
Network Setting (Macintosh) 7. Select the printer from the list in the Printer Browser window and click Add. 642 Network Setting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 657
(→P.618) Conguring the Destination (Mac OS 9) 1. Choose Chooser from the Apple menu to display the Chooser window. 2. In the list at left, click GARO Printer Driver. 3. Click Registering IP Address in the Destination list to display the IP Address Register/Edit dialog box. Network Setting 643 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 658
Network Setting (Macintosh) 4. Enter the printer's IP address in IP Address and click Add. 5. Click OK to close the IP Address Register/Edit dialog box. 6. In the Destination list, click the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 659
method of conguring the destination varies depending on the version of Mac OS X. If you use other versions, refer to the help for the Printer Setup Utility (or the Print Center ). 1. Choose Utilities (or Applications ) in the Go menu of Finder. 2. Click - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 660
Network Setting (Macintosh) 5. In the list of connection methods, click Canon IP(iPF). 6. Enter the printer's IP address in Printer's Address and click Add. 7. Make sure the printer has been added, and then close the Printer List window. 646 Network Setting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 661
not support printing to a printer on other network groups that require a router for connection. Make sure the computer and printer are the Multicast DNS Service Name. You can activate or deactivate the Bonjour function or change the printer name by using RemoteUI. For instructions on changing it, - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 662
Network Setting (Macintosh) 4. Select the printer from the list in the Printer Browser window and click Add. 648 Network Setting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 663
try manual adjustment. For instructions on manual adjustment, see "Adjusting the Printhead Alignment Manually". (→P.651 the Roll on the Roll Holder (→P.179) • Loading the Roll in the Printer (→P.182) • Loading the Sheet in the Printer (→P.212) Note • Use Standard Adj. if you have switched to another - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 664
Adjusting the Printhead 2. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Auto Head Adj., and then press the ► button. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Advanced Adj., and then - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 665
adjustment using advanced adjustment, try manual adjustment. For instructions on automatic adjustment, see "Adjusting to display MAIN MENU. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Manual Head Adj, and then press the ► button. 5. Press ▲ or - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 666
◄. 11. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Register Setting, and then press the ► button. 12. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. The printer goes online. 652 Maintenance - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 667
Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead Height If the printing rubs or the edge of paper is wrinkled from rubbing, adjusting the Printhead height may improve results. If image edges are blurred, it may help to lower the Printhead. 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. 2. Press ▲ or - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 668
Canon paper or paper for purposes other than checking output. When using highly transparent media not compatible with automatic adjustment, you must adjust the feed amount manually. For instructions on manual if you set Print Priority in the printer driver to Image or Ofce Document. (→P.243) - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 669
. 6. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. A test pattern is printed for band adjustment. After reading the pattern, the printer automatically adjusts the feed amount and returns to online mode. Note • In some cases, the feed amount cannot be adjusted automatically. If so, choose - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 670
▲ or ▼ to select Fine Band Adj., and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to change the value, and then press the OK button. Note • The supported range is -5 to +5. 5. Press the Online button to resume printing. Note • The Fine Band Adj. value set during printing is also applied to the next - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 671
is not supported, adjust the feed amount manually. We recommend automatic adjustment for other types of media. For instructions on adjustment will only be applied in printing if you set Print Priority in the printer driver to Image or Ofce Document. (→P.243) Follow these steps to change the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 672
the setting value matches the loaded paper. 2. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Manual Band Adj, and then press the ► button. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Test - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 673
▼ to select Fine Band Adj., and then press the OK button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to change the value, and then press the OK button. Note • The supported range is -5 to +5. 5. Press the Online button to resume printing. Note • The Fine Band Adj. value set during printing is also applied to the next - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 674
Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Vacuum Strength When printing on heavyweight paper or paper that curls or wrinkles easily, if the printing rubs or the edge of paper is wrinkled from rubbing, results may be improved by adjusting the strength of vacuum against paper on the Platen. 1. Press the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 675
Length. Note that if you select Automatic, the results of adjustment will only be applied in printing if you set Print Priority in the printer driver to Line Drawing/Text. (→P.243) Follow these steps to change the Feed Priority setting. 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. 2. Press ▲ or - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 676
the type of paper you use most often for feed amount adjustment. 2. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Length, and then press the ► button. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 677
When consistent color is desired from multiple printers (in this case, also use the same version of rmware and printer driver and the same settings.) When you execute environmental conditions for various paper, see the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) Paper Compatible With Japan Color Calibration - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 678
calibration when printing on that other type of paper. • In the printer driver or in the MAIN MENU of the Control Panel, you can specify whether supported in the newly selected region and compatible with color calibration. See the Media Conguration Tool Guide (Windows) or Media Conguration Tool Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 679
or ▼ to select Auto Adjust, and then press the ► button. 6. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. After the printer measures environmental conditions and checks the paper, a test pattern for color calibration is printed. An adjustment value based on the results of printing is set - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 680
this number in the printer driver before printing. Important • This function requires that the Light Source Check Tool be installed. • You can install the Light Source Check Tool from the User Software CD-ROM. • This function is only supported in Windows. For instructions on selecting color tones - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 681
Charts before printing (Windows) Print Charts, note the number of the chart with your desired color tone, and enter this number in the printer driver before printing. Important • This function requires that the Light Source Check Tool be installed. • You can install the Light Source Check Tool from - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 682
Color adjustment 5. Click D Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. 6. In F Print Quality, click Highest or High. Important • Ambient Light Matching mode is only available when the F Print Quality is set to Highest or High. 7. Click Color in the G Color Mode list. 8. Click H Color Settings to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 683
11. Conrm that By selecting a chart number is selected in C Setting Method. If it is not selected already, select it. 12. Click D Print Chart. Light Source Check Tool now starts up. Color adjustment 13. Check the settings and click Print. The Chart is printed. 14. In the viewing environment, - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 684
Color adjustment 15. After conrming that Ambient Light Matching Mode (Kyuanos) is selected in A Matching Mode, select the number for the desired color tone on the chart in E Chart Number. 16. Click OK. 17. Conrm the print settings and start printing. 670 Maintenance - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 685
in the printer driver before printing. Important • This function requires the Eye-One spectrophotometer. The Light Source Measure Tool must also be installed. • You can install the Light Source Measure Tool from the User Software CD-ROM. • For a list of supported Eye-One devices, refer to the manual - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 686
Color adjustment 6. Click D Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. 7. In F Print Quality, click Highest or High. Important • Ambient Light Matching mode is only available when the F Print Quality is set to Highest or High. 8. Click Color in the G Color Mode list. 9. Click H Color Settings to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 687
12. Select By entering values directly in C Setting Method. Color adjustment 13. Select the F Lighting Source Type and G Color Temperature determined in step 1. 14. Click OK. 15. Conrm the print settings and start printing. Maintenance 673 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 688
. ■Example: Print dialog box displayed by the application software Six sheets of print settings are displayed by the printer driver: Main, Page Setup, Layout, Favorites, Utility, and Support. Note • The titles of dialog boxes may vary depending on the application, and sheets other than these six - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 689
only apply temporarily to that application. The changes will not be valid after you exit the application. • You can also access the printer driver dialog box from the Windows system menu. see "Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu (Windows)". (→P.206) Maintenance 675 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 690
Ink Tanks Ink Tanks Ink Tanks An Ink Tank that can be used in the printer is labeled with a white letter "F" in a black circle on the side. PFI-701PC • PM Ink Tank PFI-701PM • GY Ink Tank PFI-701GY Note • For instructions on replacing Ink Tank, see "Replacing Ink Tanks". (→P.677) 676 Maintenance - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 691
Tank The printer supports both 330 ml (11.2 oz) and 700 ml (23.7 oz) Ink Tanks as replacement tanks. An Ink Tank for this printer is labeled if the printer is not used for a long period (a month or more). Ink remaining in the printer may become clogged and cause of printing problems. • Coverage - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 692
a message prompts you to replace the Ink Tank, press the OK button. Do not remove an Ink Tank during initialization immediately after turning on the printer, or during printhead cleaning. Note • Ink Tank replacement is possible even when print jobs are being canceled or if paper is being fed. Access - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 693
and check the Ink Lamp. The Ink Lamp ashes quickly if there is no ink left. Ink Tanks Caution • Avoid hitting the printer when replacing an Ink Tank. Handle the printer gently when replacing tanks. 2. Lift the stopper (a) of the Ink Tank Lock Lever of the color for replacement. Lift the Ink - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 694
Ink Tanks 3. Hold the empty Ink Tank by the grip (a) to remove it, and press the OK button. Note • If there is still some ink left in the Ink Tank you removed, store the ink tank with the ink holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. Put the Ink Tank in a plastic bag and seal it - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 695
and check the Ink Lamp. The Ink Lamp ashes quickly if there is no ink left. Ink Tanks Caution • Avoid hitting the printer when replacing an Ink Tank. Handle the printer gently when replacing tanks. 2. Lift the stopper (a) of the Ink Tank Lock Lever of the color for replacement. Lift the Ink - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 696
Ink Tanks 3. Hold the empty Ink Tank by the handle (a) to remove it, and press the OK button. Note • If there is still some ink left in the Ink Tank you removed, store the ink tank in the box with the ink holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. • Dispose of used Ink Tanks - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 697
from the pouch. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. • Do not remove and shake an Ink Tank that has already been installed in the printer. Ink may leak out. Maintenance 683 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 698
Ink Tanks 3. Press the OK button and insert the Ink Tank into the holder facing as shown in the gure, with the ink holes down. Important • Ink Tank cannot be loaded in the holder if the color or orientation is wrong. If the Ink Tank does not t in the holder, do not force it into the holder. Make - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 699
Ink Lamp is not lit in red, reload the ink. • Ink Lamp ashes when there is little ink left. 6. Close the Ink Tank Cover. The printer now goes online or ofine. Important • After Ink Tank replacement, always close the Ink Tank Cover. If the Ink Tank Cover cannot close, some - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 700
from the pouch. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. • Do not remove and shake an Ink Tank that has already been installed in the printer. Ink may leak out. 686 Maintenance - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 701
Ink Tanks 3. Press the OK button and insert the Ink Tank into the holder facing as shown in the gure, with the ink holes down. Important • Ink Tank cannot be loaded in the holder if the color or orientation is wrong. If the Ink Tank does not t in the holder, do not force it into the holder. Make - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 702
Ink Lamp is not lit in red, reload the ink. • Ink Lamp ashes when there is little ink left. 6. Close the Ink Tank Cover. The printer now goes online or ofine. Important • After Ink Tank replacement, always close the Ink Tank Cover. If the Ink Tank Cover cannot close, some - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 703
Checking Ink Tank Levels On the Display Screen, you can check how much ink is left in the Ink Tank. The Display Screen indicates the remaining ink levels, unless a message is displayed. Ink Tanks During messages, press the Information button to view the ink levels on the Display Screen. These - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 704
Ink Tanks When to Replace Ink Tanks Replace or prepare to replace Ink Tank in the following situations. If a message for checking the ink is shown on the Display Screen When there is little ink left, the Message lamp is lit and Ink Level: Check is shown on the Display Screen. You can continue to - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 705
This is a replacement Printhead for the printer. • Printhead PF-03 Printheads Note • For instructions on replacing the Printhead, see " nozzles are clear by printing a test pattern to check the nozzles. For instructions, see "Checking for Nozzle Clogging". (→P.692) Improving the Print Quality If - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 706
then press the ► button. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. The printer goes online and prints a test pattern. 6. Check the printing results. The Printhead L prints the test pattern for nozzle lines are still faint or incomplete, contact your Canon dealer. 692 Maintenance - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 707
does not solve the problem. It takes about three minutes to complete. The printhead is cleaned, and the printer goes online. 4. problem, repeat Head Cleaning B at least two times. If this still does not improve printing, the Printhead may have reached the end of its useful life. Contact your Canon - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 708
even after two cycles of Head Cleaning B from the printer menu Replace both Printheads in the following situations. • printhead. Replace the right Printhead. • If your Canon dealer has advised you to replace the Printhead printer. • Never touch the Printhead nozzles or metal contacts. This - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 709
P.head in the menu, and follow the instructions on the panel. Removing or installing the On in Auto Print to have the printer automatically adjust the Printhead alignment after not ejected because of the cutting method selected, cut it manually and remove it. (→P.486) 2. Clean inside the Top - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 710
clean. Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). • Never touch the metal contacts of the Carriage. This may damage the printer. 696 Maintenance - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 711
the ventilation duct (a) is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean. Move the Carriage out of the way manually if Carriage is concealing the ventilation duct, and then clean the duct. 10. Lift the Carriage Cover to open it fully. 11. Pull the Printhead - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 712
Printheads 12. Lift the Printhead Fixer Cover to open it fully. 13. Remove the used Printhead. Caution • When replacing the Printhead immediately after printing, wait a few minutes before replacing it. The metal parts of the Printhead become hot during printing, and there is a risk of burns from - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 713
grips. • Never touch the ink supply section (d). This may cause printing problems. • The inside surface of Safety Cap 2 (b) is coated with ink protect the nozzles. If this ink is accidentally spilled, it may stain the printer or surrounding area. We recommend removing the Safety Cap 2 (b) on top of - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 714
the Printhead Fixer Cover down toward the front to lock the Printhead in place. 18. Push the Printhead Fixer Lever toward the back of the printer until it clicks. 700 Maintenance - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 715
paper. Important • Never remove an Ink Tank or Maintenance Cartridge while the system is lling with ink. • If Auto Print is Off in the printer menu, the Printhead will not be aligned. In this case, adjust the alignment after Printhead replacement by accessing Advanced Adj. in Auto Head Adj. (→P.649 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 716
OK button. After the Carriage is centered, a message is shown on the Display Screen instructing you to open the Top Cover. Note • If you do not respond within two minutes, cutter replacement is canceled and the printer goes online automatically. In this case, repeat this procedure. 6. Open the Top - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 717
of the Cutter Unit except the Lock Lever (a) and grip (b). This poses a risk of injury and may stain your hands. Also, it may damage the printer. Caution • Dispose of the used Cutter Unit in accordance with local regulations. • Do not disassemble the Cutter Unit. Touching the blade may cause injury - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 718
grip (b) and pull the Cutter Unit forward to make sure it does not come off. If the Cutter Unit comes off, it may damage the printer. 10. Close the Top Cover. The Carriage moves into position and a conrmation message is displayed regarding resetting the cut counter. If you have replaced - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 719
is provided with a Shaft Cleaner. • Maintenance Cartridge MC-08 Note • For instructions on replacing the Maintenance Cartridge, see "Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge". (→P.705) Replacing . The ink may stain clothing. • Do not install a used Maintenance Cartridge in another printer. Maintenance 705 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 720
the Maintenance Cartridge 1. Make sure no print jobs are in progress. You can replace the Maintenance Cartridge if the Display Screen indicates the printer is Ofine or if messages advise you to replace the Maintenance Cartridge. If a message prompts you to replace the Maintenance Cartridge, press - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 721
it at an angle, ink may leak and cause stains. • The remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity is recorded on each printer. Do not install a used Maintenance Cartridge in another printer. 8. Open the box, remove the plastic bag, packaging material, and Shaft Cleaner, and take out the Maintenance - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 722
the environment, Canon collects used Maintenance Cartridge. Follow the instructions provided with the new Maintenance Cartridge that describe how to process the used Maintenance Cartridge. 11. Wipe away any soiling on the Maintenance Cartridge Cover. Important • Support - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 723
12. Keeping the new Maintenance Cartridge level, insert it all the way in. Maintenance Cartridge 13. Close the Maintenance Cartridge Cover. 14. Press the OK button. The printer now initializes the Maintenance Cartridge. Next, replace the Shaft Cleaner. Maintenance 709 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 724
is moved, the Display Screen indicates Open Upper Cover. Note • If you do not respond within two minutes, shaft cleaner replacement is canceled and the printer goes online automatically. In this case, repeat the procedure. 5. Open the Top Cover. 710 Maintenance - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 725
Maintenance Cartridge 6. Grasp the Shaft Cleaner on the right side of the Carriage by the grips (a) and pull it toward the right to remove it. Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). Maintenance 711 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 726
box and put that box in the box of the used Maintenance Cartridge for recycling. 8. Close the Top Cover. The Carriage is moved, and the printer goes online. 712 Maintenance - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 727
the remaining capacity of the Maintenance Cartridge, or before tasks that deplete much of the capacity such as head cleaning or preparations to move the printer, check the remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity and replace the Maintenance Cartridge as needed. (→P.705) Maintenance 713 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 728
Cartridge capacity is depleted Printhead cleaning, Printhead replacement, and preparations to transfer the printer deplete much of the Maintenance Cartridge capacity. (In particular, preparing to move the printer depletes a lot of the capacity.) To check the remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 729
problems. About once a month, clean the printer exterior. 1. Turn the printer off. (→P.19) 2. Unplug the power cord from the outlet. Cleaning the Printer Caution • Always turn off the printer inside the printer, there is a risk of re or electrical shock. Important • If the Ejection Guide is dirty, - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 730
Cleaning the Printer 4. Plug the power cord into the outlet. 716 Maintenance - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 731
Cleaning the Printer Cleaning Inside the Top Cover Clean inside the Top Cover to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems. Also clean inside the or printing on small paper. • If the Ejection Guide is dirty, it may soil the edge of the paper when the paper is cut - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 732
2. If paper dust has accumulated in the Vacuum holes (a) on the Platen, the Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (b), or cutter guide (c), use the Cleaning Brush (d) included with the printer to wipe it away. Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). Note • If - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 733
Cleaning the Printer 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 Top Cover Roller (a), all over the Platen (b), the Paper Retainer (c), the Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (d), the Ejection Guide (e), the cutter - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 734
does not solve the problem. It takes about three minutes to complete. The printhead is cleaned, and the printer goes online. 4. problem, repeat Head Cleaning B at least two times. If this still does not improve printing, the Printhead may have reached the end of its useful life. Contact your Canon - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 735
Printer Important • 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 . • Always follow the instructions of the service representative when transferring the printer under Level 3 conditions. - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 736
to the Quick Start Guide for details on packing the printer and installing it after transfer. Caution • Avoid tipping the printer excessively in transit. Ink inside the printer may leak and cause stains. If it is necessary to stand the printer up or tilt it, contact your Canon dealer. 1. Remove the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 737
Other Maintenance 7. 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. 8. Remove the Ink Tank. Note • Store the Ink Tank you removed in the box with the ink holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 738
this process. When the process is nished, Finished preparing to move printer. Turn off printer. is displayed. 12. Press the Power button and turn off the printer. Important • Turn off the printer before you unplug it. It may damage the printer if you unplug it before it is off and transfer it in - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 739
the power cord, interface cable, and Media Take-up Unit Power Inlet. 14. Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide. 15. Remove the six Ejection Supports and lower the Ejection Guide. 16. Grasp the Belt, insert it between the Belt Stopper, and afx the Belt Stopper with a hex screw at the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 740
. Caution • Do not reverse the installation procedure that involves tipping the printer over. This may damage the printer. For more information, see the Quick Start Guide. 22. Repack the Roll Holder, Holder Stopper, and printer in the shipping materials, and then package them in the shipping box - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 741
and then press the OK button. The rmware version is displayed. Updating the Firmware To obtain the latest rmware, visit the Canon website. If the rmware available online is newer than the installed rmware, update the printer rmware. For details on downloading and updating the rmware, visit the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 742
the paper type and length, both on the Control Panel and in the printer driver. ⇒Loading and Printing on Rolls (→P.142) How do I print manually? When printing manually, specify the paper type and size in the printer driver, and then load the paper. ⇒Loading and Printing on Sheets (→P.146) How do - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 743
driver before printing. ⇒Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver (→P.254) How do I use printer driver settings again in subsequent jobs? By saving settings information in a favorite, you can apply the settings again before printing anytime as needed. ⇒Using Favorites (→P.486) Troubleshooting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 744
driver, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) (→P.156) • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) (→P.158) • Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS 9) (→P.160) 730 Troubleshooting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 745
plugged in, all the way. Press the Power button to turn the printer on. The printer is not selected in the printer driver. (The printer is in Sleep mode.) In Windows, select the printer by clicking Select Printer or Printer in the printing dialog box and try printing again. In Mac OS X, select - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 746
to the network with the correct Ethernet cable, and then turn the printer on. For instructions on connecting the cable, refer to the Quick Start Guide . 2.Make sure the Link indicator is lit. The Link indicator is green if the printer is connected via 100 Base-TX and orange if connected via 10Base - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 747
▲ or ▼ to select Spanning Tree, and then press ►. 11. Press ▲ or ▼ to enable or disable spanning tree support, and then press OK. Return to the Ethernet Driver menu. 12. Press the Online button. After the conrmation message is displayed, press OK. The printer will now restart. Troubleshooting 733 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 748
the Printer's TCP/IP Network Settings". (→P.616) The computer you are trying to print from is not congured correctly. Make sure the computer's TCP/IP network settings are congured correctly. For details, see "Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (Windows)". (→P.634) 734 Troubleshooting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 749
and printer are not on the same network. 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 735 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 750
". (→P.633) The NetWare server and services are not congured correctly. Check the printer on another subnet fails, deactivate NCP burst mode in that printer's network protocol settings. 5.If the printer is used in queue server mode, specify "Other/Unknown" as the printer type. 736 Troubleshooting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 751
692) Clean the Printhead if the nozzles are clogged. (→P.693) A print job was received from an incompatible printer Use the correct imagePROGRAF printer driver for driver. the printer and try printing again. The printer is damaged. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Troubleshooting 737 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 752
Problems printer menu, in Roll DryingTime in Paper Details . (→P.49) Printing may be faint if Print Quality in Advanced Settings in the printer driver is set to Standard or Draft . In Advanced Settings in the printer driver, choose Highest or High in Print Quality . (→P.243) 738 Troubleshooting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 753
Problems with the printing quality Paper rubs against the Printhead Cause Corrective Action The paper type as specied in the printer driver does Load paper of the same type as you have specied not match the type loaded in the printer. (*1) in the printer driver printer. Troubleshooting 739 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 754
printer driver. Make sure the same paper type is specied on the printer as in the printer driver. (→P.188) (→P.215) Make sure the same paper type is specied in the printer driver as on the printer . (→P.653) The Ejection Guide is soiled. Clean the Ejection Guide . (→P.715) 740 Troubleshooting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 755
Problems with the printing quality The surface of the paper is dirty Cause The Paper Retainer is soiled. Corrective Action you set the Print Quality too low. Choose a higher level of Print Quality in the Advanced Settings of the printer driver and try printing again. (→P.243) Troubleshooting 741 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 756
Problems with the printing quality The contrast becomes uneven during printing Cause The paper feed amount is out of may be uneven if you use Glossy Paper , art paper, or Coated Paper . In Advanced Settings of the printer driver, choose Highest or High in Print Quality . 742 Troubleshooting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 757
Problems with the printing quality caused by the type of paper For paper-specic troubleshooting tips to improve the printing quality, refer to the Paper Reference Guide In the Advanced Settings of the printer In the Advanced Settings of the printer driver, driver, Monochrome , Monochrome (Photo) - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 758
Problems with the printing quality Printed colors are inaccurate Cause Color adjustment has not been activated in the Advanced Settings of the printer driver. Corrective Action In the Advanced Settings of the printer driver paper supported was changed when you reinstalled the printer driver. in - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 759
Problems with the printing quality Image Edges are the Special Settings dialog box of the Windows printer driver, Fast Graphic Process is selected. Corrective Action Open the printer driver's Properties dialog box from Print in the remove the check from Fast Graphic Process . Troubleshooting 745 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 760
to choose the source for driver installation, select the printer driver folder. Choose the CD-ROM drive > Driver > WinXP_2K > Driver, and click OK. (For Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Server 2003) 9. Follow the instructions on the screen. The printer driver is installed. 746 Troubleshooting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 761
printer drivers (Windows) Remove the printer driver as follows. Installation problems Note • In Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Server 2003/Windows Vista, you must log on with administrative rights such as "Administrator" account. 1. From the Windows start menu, select Programs > Canon Printer - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 762
jammed paper Clearing Jammed Roll Paper If roll paper jams, follow the steps below to remove jams. Caution • Remove any jammed paper promptly. 1. Turn the printer off. (→P.19) 2. Open the Top Cover. 3. If the Carriage is out, move the Carriage to separate it from the paper. 748 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 763
the left edge or if a paper jam occurs during cutting. • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). 4. Lift the Release Lever. Troubleshooting 749 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 764
the front. Use a scissors or cutting tool to cut away the printed or wrinkled portion. Caution • When cutting paper, be careful to avoid scratching the printer. 6. If the Carriage is on the left, move the Carriage to the right until it stops. Important • Always move the Carriage to the right side - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 765
middle as you gently pull it evenly to the position of the Ejection Guide (a). Align the right side of the roll paper with the Paper Alignment the printer ofine. 2. Hold down the ▼ button to advance the paper. 3. Set Paper Cutting to Yes in the printer menu to cut the edge. (→P.193) Troubleshooting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 766
Clearing jammed paper Clearing a Jammed Sheet If a sheet jams, follow the steps below to remove it. Caution • Remove any jammed paper promptly. 1. Turn the printer off. (→P.19) 2. Open the Top Cover. 3. If the Carriage is out, move the Carriage to separate it from the paper. Important • Do not touch - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 767
, grasp the paper and pull it forward. 6. If the paper is not visible, lift the Ejection Guide, remove the Roll Holder, and remove the jammed paper from below. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer, and lower the Ejection Guide. Troubleshooting 753 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 768
. Important • Always move the Carriage to the right side. If the Carriage is on the left, a Carriage error may occur when you turn on the printer. 8. Lower the Release Lever and close the Top Cover. 9. Turn the printer on. (→P.19) 754 Troubleshooting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 769
indicate a problem with the printer. • printer goes Online, and printing operations begin. However, printing may start later after data reception, depending on the size of print data. *5: Ink agitation takes about three and a half minutes. In other cases, contact your Canon dealer. Troubleshooting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 770
is used often. Head Cleaning B consumes a lot of ink. This does not indicate a problem with the printer. Unless the printer has been moved or stored for a long period or you are troubleshooting Printhead problems, we recommend not performing Head Cleaning B , to the extent possible. You have just - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 771
Other problems Paper cannot be cut Cause In the printer driver, No or Print Cut Guideline is specied in Auto Cut . In MAIN MENU , Eject or Manual is specied in Cutting Mode . The Cutter Unit is not installed. Press the Feeder Selection button to activate the Cut Sheet lamp . Troubleshooting 757 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 772
Other problems The Media printer off. 2.Disconnect the Media Take-up Sensor cord from the Right Media Take-up Unit and reconnect it rmly, all the way in. 3.Turn the printer on. (→P.230) If the Media Take-up Unit continues rotating, contact your Canon dealer for assistance. 758 Troubleshooting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 773
must cancel the ink level detection. 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 relling detection. 3. Press ► and check the message on the Display Screen. Troubleshooting 759 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 774
Other problems 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. A conrmation message is shown on the Display Screen. 5. Press ▲ or Screen. 6. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Ink level detection is now disabled, and the printer goes online. 760 Troubleshooting - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 775
Messages Responding to Messages Warning messages Warning messages are shown on lines 2-4 of the Display Screen. Although warning messages do not prevent printer operation, you should check the message and take the appropriate action. (→P.763) Error messages (if action can be taken) Error messages - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 776
and message, turn off the printer, and contact your Canon dealer for assistance. • The error message is displayed with the following instructions: Turn off printer, wait, then turn on again. • "ERROR" is displayed, followed by the error code and Call for service. Note • Messages are also displayed - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 777
of the Display Screen. Although warning messages do not prevent printer operation, you should check the message and take the appropriate • Prepare for parts replacement. (→P.785) • Parts replacement time has passed. (→P.785) • Problem with Printhead x (x is L, R, or LR) (→P.780) • Mail box full. Now - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 778
sensor error (→P.785) • Maintenance cartridge full. (→P.781) • Maintenance cartridge problem. (→P.781) • No maintenance cartridge. (→P.781) • No Maintenance Cartridge number) (→P.784) Other Messages These messages do not prevent printer operation. Check the information on the Display Screen and take - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 779
Either change the type of paper specied in the printer driver settings or replace the loaded paper and change the paper type setting on the printer. Press the Online button to resume printing. However, this may cause a paper jam or printing problem. *Printing will continue if you have set Detect - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 780
the loaded paper to match the paper size setting in the printer driver and try printing again. Press the Online button to resume printing. However, this may cause a paper jam or printing problem. This paper cannot be used. Check supported paper sizes. Cause The loaded paper is too large for the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 781
Messages regarding paper Insufcient paper for job Cause The printer has received a print job longer than the amount of roll paper left. paper of the type and size you have specied in the printer driver. (→P.212) Hold down the Stop button for a second or more to cancel printing. Error Message 767 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 782
roll, and then load a sheet of the paper type and size you have specied in the printer driver. (→P.186) (→P.146) Hold down the Stop button for a second or more to cancel printing. Change the printer driver settings to match the roll already loaded and try printing again. You are using a roll with - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 783
, the document will be printed with a border. Check supported paper. Cause Corrective Action The print job received species printer driver for the printer is selected and try printing again. For information on types of paper compatible with borderless printing, refer to the Paper Reference Guide - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 784
Roll Holder rmly until it reaches the ange, and load the Roll Holder in the printer again. (→P.179) Follow the steps below to reload the sheet. 1.Lift the Release Lever ), choose Off or Loose in the Skew Check Lv. setting of the printer menu. However, this may cause jams as paper may be askew when - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 785
advance it again. (→P.182) If the message is displayed when paper is not being advanced, contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Paper jam. Cause A paper jam occurred in the printer during printing. Corrective Action Lift the Release Lever and remove the jammed paper. (→P.201) (→P.217) Error - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 786
Guide . Corrective Action Remove the paper. There is a foreign object by the Output Tray , obstructing the Cutter Unit . Remove the foreign object. You are not using the printer under the recommended Use the printer Unit , cut the roll manually. (→P.201) (→P.217) Contact your Canon dealer for - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 787
(→P.182) The Media Take-up Unit sensor is damaged. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. * Printing will stop momentarily if an error involving unit ready. Cause Corrective Action The Take-up Reel setting in the printer MAIN MENU Press the Stop button and stop printing. was changed from - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 788
plan to print large-format or high-quantity jobs. 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 . (→P.677) There is a problem with the Ink Tank . Replace it with a new Ink Tank . (→P.677) 774 Error Message - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 789
Messages regarding ink Ink insufcient. Cause The ink level is low, so you cannot print, clean the Printhead , or do other operations that require ink. Corrective Action Replace the Ink Tank that is low with a new Ink Tank . (→P.677) Ink tank is empty. Please OK and replace the ink tank. Cause - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 790
is open. Corrective Action Close the Ink Tank Cover . Ink tank error. Cause The Ink Tank in the printer is incompatible. Corrective Action Load an Ink Tank specied for use with the printer. (→P.677) Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected. Cause Ink level detection cannot work - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 791
other than lm, for Printhead adjustment. (→P.649) Adjust the feed amount manually. (→P.657) Cannot execute this command. Use other paper. Cause Corrective "Paper Reference Guide ." (→P.169) *1: Always make sure the loaded paper matches the media type setting on the printer. Adjustment cannot - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 792
. Use the printer in an environment that meets the requirements for the operating environment. Note that various environmental conditions are also recommended for various types of paper. For details on the recommended environmental conditions for paper, see "Paper Reference Guide ." (→P.169) Press - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 793
transparent lm is loaded that cannot be used Adjust the feed amount manually. for feed amount adjustment. (→P.657) x printhead needs cleaning. (x the printer and wait at least three seconds vice versa. before restoring the power. If the message is displayed again, contact your Canon dealer - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 794
been installed. Corrective Action Install a Printhead specied for use with the printer. If "Printhead L" is displayed, install the Printhead L ; if "Printhead R" is displayed, install the Printhead R . (→P.694) There is a problem with the Printhead . Open the Top Cover . If the Carriage is over - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 795
full. Cause The Maintenance Cartridge is full. Corrective Action After conrming that the printer has stopped operating, replace the Maintenance Cartridge . (→P.705) Maintenance cartridge problem. Cause An incompatible or used Maintenance Cartridge has been installed. Corrective Action Install - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 796
on the hard disk. (→P.109) Mail box full. Delete unwanted data on your computer to resume printing. Cause There is no more space on the printer's hard disk. Corrective Action Press the Stop button to cancel the print job. Delete print jobs from the queue. (→P.115) Delete unneeded jobs stored on - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 797
the hard disk Corrective Action Press the OK button to start reformatting the hard disk. When formatting is nished, the printer automatically restarts. (Formatting will erase all data on the hard disk.) Corrective Action Restart the printer. Only the corrupted les will be deleted, and the - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 798
Other Messages Other Messages GARO Wxxxx (x represents a number) Cause There is a problem with the print job. Corrective Action Try printing again, using the correct printer driver. It is also possible to continue printing in this state. However, you may not be able to obtain the desired - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 799
service is required. Corrective Action If Parts replacement time has passed. is displayed, you can continue to use the printer for some time. Contact your Canon printer, and contact your Canon dealer for assistance. • The error message is displayed with the following instructions: Turn off printer, - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 800
786 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 801
Manual 1 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS 9 602 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS X 577 Accessing the Printer Driver printng not possible 769 Check roll position 769 Check supported paper 769 Lift the release lever and reload - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 802
Matching Mode (Kyuanos 546 Matching sheet: Driver Matching Mode............544 Matching sheet: ICC Matching Mode, Driver ICM Mode, and Host ICM Mode Communication Mode Manually....733 Configuring the Destination for AppleTalk Network (Macintosh 639 Activating AppleTalk on the printer 639 - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 803
Printer Driver Destination (Macintosh 638 Configuring the Printer Driver Destination (Windows 634 Configuring the Printer's AppleTalk Network Settings 637 Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings 624 Configuring the Printer 527 Digital Photo Front Roll Paper Manually 190 File read - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 804
to use this manual 1 HTML Version of the Manual for Printing 3 I IEEE 1394 (FireWire) Expansion Board 134 If the Printer Makes a Strange Please OK and replace the ink tank 775 Ink Tanks 676 Installation problems 746 Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility 535, 635 Insufficient paper for - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 805
saved jobs 91 Renaming saved jobs 102 Manually Loading Paper to the Position for Other Maintenance 721 Other Messages 784 Other problems 756 Other useful settings 484 Output Stacker 757 Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box (Mac OS X 563 Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box (Windows - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 806
Print quality and color settings 242 Printed colors are inaccurate 744 Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS 9 583 Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS X 557 Printer Driver Settings (Windows 506 Printer Hard Disk Operations 71 Printer Menu Operations 28 Main menu operations during printing 28 Main menu - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 807
(Mac OS X 293 Printing Office Documents (Windows 291 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes 396 Registering non-standard paper size in the printer driver 396 Specifying custom media sizes for temporary use 396 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS 9 403 Printing on Non-Standard Paper - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 808
FILE COPY, and so on (Windows 501 Problem with Printhead x (x is L, R, or LR 780 Problems with the printing quality 738 Problems with the printing quality caused by the Monitor (Windows 747 Removing printer drivers (Windows 747 Removing Printer Drivers and imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 809
628 Choosing the type of print services 628 Using NWADMIN or PCONSOLE to set up the print server 629 Specifying NetWare Protocols 631 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver 730 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS 9 160 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X 158 Specifying - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 810
pages per sheet 417 Top Cover (Inside 10 Top cover is open 784 Troubleshooting 728 Turn on the media take-up unit 773 Turning the Printer On and Off 19 Turning the printer off 20 Turning the printer on 19 Types of Paper 169 Updating paper information 173 Viewing the Paper Reference - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S | User Manual for Windows - Page 811
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