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    Reference Guide Electronic manual Read this manual before attempting to operate the printer. Keep this manual in a handy location for future referencing. Preface Safety Precautions 2 Manuals for this printer 6 Handling Paper Handling rolls 9 Handling sheets 18 Consumables and Maintenance Ink
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    iPF9400 Preface Safety Precautions Safety Precautions ...2 Legal Notices ...4 Safety Precautions Follow the warnings and precautions below to use the printer safely. Do not perform any operations or procedures other than as described in this manual to deteriorate and lead to a fire. 2 Basic Guide
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    supply frequency: 50/60 Hz In an Emergency • If the printer emits smoke or strange odors, continuing to use the printer may cause a fire or electrical shock. Switch the Warning printer off immediately and remove the power plug from the power outlet. Contact the nearest service center. Cleaning the
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    • Never place anything on the printer such as small metal objects (paper clips, staples), liquids, any Notices FCC Regulations (U.S.A) Canon Large Format Printer iPF9400 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
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    iPF9400 Legal Notices If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A. Inc. One Canon Canon, the Canon logo, and imagePROGRAF are trademarks or registered trademarks of CANON this user manual in whole or part is prohibited. Guide
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    's Guide Detailed instructions for using the printer. Paper Reference Guide This guide describes about the types and specifications of the available media on the printer. Medium Printed Manuals Electronic manuals Setup Guide Basic Guide User's Guide Paper Reference Guide Preface Manuals
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    iPF9400 3 When the imagePROGRAF Support Information is displayed, click the User Manual icon or the Paper Reference Guide icon. About This User Manual Preface Manuals for this printer • Click Visit the imagePROGRAF webpage in Stay Informed to access the imagePROGRAF web site. Note About This
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    About This User Manual iPF9400 • Screens depicted in this user manual for the printer driver or other software may be different from the actual screens because of subsequent updates. • May we request • The information in this user manual is subject to change without notice. • We strive to ensure
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    ends of the roll. Misalignment may cause feeding problems. • For details on supported sizes and types of rolls, see Paper Sizes or the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Paper Sizes.") Note →User's Guide (See "Types of Paper.") →User's Guide • To view instructions as you attach the Roll Holder, press the
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    iPF9400 2 Insert the respective attachments for the roll paper core on the Roll Holder and Holder Stopper. • Using rolls with a 2-inch paper core Holder Stopper Side Align the tips (a) of the 2-Inch Paper Core 3-inch paper core Holder Stopper Side Align the tips (a) of 3-Inch Paper Core
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    load rolls in the printer. • Always load rolls when the printer is on. If the printer is off when you load a roll, the paper may not be advanced correctly when you turn the printer on. Important • Before loading a roll, confirm whether the inside of the Top Cover or the Ejection Guide is soiled. If
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    Rolls in the Printer 1 Press the Load button. iPF9400 2 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Load Roll Paper, and then press the OK button. • If any paper has been advanced the OK button. Remove the paper and go to the next step. Note 3 Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide. 4 Holding the Roll Holder
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    Handling Paper Handling rolls iPF9400 5 Pull out the roll evenly on both ends and insert it in the Paper Feed Slot (a). Advance the roll until it touches the Paper Retainer (b). Once the roll reaches the Paper Retainer, it is automatically advanced over the Platen. Loading Rolls in the Printer •
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    Rolls in the Printer 7 Holding the edge of the roll paper, lift the Release Lever. iPF9400 Handling Paper Handling rolls 8 Hold the edge of the roll paper as you gently pull it evenly with both hands to the position of the Ejection Guide (a). Align the right side of the roll paper with the
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    Reference Guide. (See "Types of Paper.") →User's Guide Note • Adjusting the printhead alignment with the type of paper to be used in printing may enhance printing quality. (See "Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors.") →P.95 • When paper leading edge detection is set to Off for Manual
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    Roll Paper Left.") →User's Guide 5 Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide. 6 Using both hands, rotate the Roll Holder in the direction of the arrow to rewind the roll. 7 Holding the Roll Holder flange (a), remove the holder from the Roll Holder Slot. iPF9400 • For instructions on removing
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    iPF9400 8 Lower the Ejection Guide and close the Top Cover. Removing the Roll from the Printer • To load new paper in the printer at this point, see "Loading Rolls in the Printer." →P.11 Note • Clean inside the top cover before loading paper. (See "Cleaning Inside the Top Cover.") →P.53 Handling
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    Loading Sheets in the Printer iPF9400 Handling sheets Loading Sheets in the Printer ...18 Removing Sheets ...21 Loading Sheets in the Printer Follow these steps to load sheets in the printer. • Paper that is wrinkled or warped may jam. If necessary, straighten the paper and reload it. Important •
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    iPF9400 2 Lift the Release Lever and open the Top Cover. Loading Sheets in the Printer • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). This may stain your Important hands and damage the printer. Handling Paper Handling sheets 3 With a sheet lengthwise and printing-
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    Sheets in the Printer iPF9400 Handling Paper Handling sheets When inserted, sheets are automatically held by suction against the Platen. • Load a sheet so that it is parallel to the Paper Alignment Line at right (c). Loading paper askew will cause an error. Important • Warped paper may rub
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    Handling Paper iPF9400 Removing Sheets Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the OK button. The printer now starts feeding the paper. • For details on types of paper to select, see the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Types of Paper.") →User's Guide Note • When using the Output
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    Removing Sheets 6 Lower the Release Lever and close the Top Cover. iPF9400 Handling Paper Handling sheets 22 Basic Guide
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    →P.23 Note • The provided Starter Ink Tanks contain 330 ml (11.2 fl oz) each. Replacing Ink Tanks Compatible ink tanks For information on compatible ink tanks, see "Ink Tanks." →P.23 Replacement ink tanks in 330 ml (11.2 fl oz) and 700 ml (23.7 fl oz) capacities are supported. 23 Basic Guide
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    carefully during replace- Important ment. The ink may stain clothing. • Do not install used ink tanks in another model of printer. This will prevent correct ink level detection, which may damage the printer or cause other problems. • We recommend using up an Ink Tank in the course of printing within
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    the menu for ink tank replacement. Follow the instructions in Remove the ink tanks. Consumables and Maintenance Ink Tanks • Do not remove an Ink Tank during initialization immediately after turning on the printer, or during printhead cleaning. Ink may leak out. Important • Ink Tank replacement is
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    down to the front. iPF9400 • Push the Ink Tank Lock Lever down until it locks. Note • Make sure the Ink Tank Lock Lever does not return to the original position. 3 Hold the Ink Tank by the grips (a) and remove it. Press the OK button. Ink Tanks • If there is still ink in the Ink Tank you removed
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    and Maintenance iPF9400 Remove the Ink Tank (700 ml) 1 Open the Ink Tank Cover of the tank for replacement and check the Ink Lamp. The Ink Lamp flashes quickly if there is no ink left. Replacing Ink Tanks • Avoid hitting the printer when replacing an Ink Tank. Handle the printer gently when
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    pouch, tilt the Ink Tank to the left and right gently seven or eight times. • Do not remove and agitate ink tanks that have already been installed in the printer. Ink may leak out. Important • If you do not agitate the Ink Tank, the ink may settle, which may affect printing quality. 28 Basic Guide
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    Consumables and Maintenance iPF9400 2 Open the pouch and remove the Ink Tank. Replacing Ink Tanks • Never touch the ink holes or electrical contacts. This may cause stains, damage the Ink Tank, and affect print- ing quality. Important 3 Press the OK button and insert the Ink Tank into the holder
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    it clicks into place. iPF9400 Consumables and Maintenance Ink Tanks 5 Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit in red. • If the Ink Lamp is not lit in red, reload the tank. Note 6 Close the Ink Tank Cover. • After Ink Tank replacement, always close the Ink Tank Cover. If the Ink Tank Cover cannot close
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    it using Caution just your wrist, you may injure your wrist. • Do not remove and agitate ink tanks that have already been installed in the printer. Ink may leak out. Important • If you do not agitate the Ink Tank, the ink may settle, which may affect printing quality. 2 Open the pouch and remove the
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    3 Press the OK button and insert the Ink Tank into the holder facing as shown, with the ink holes down. iPF9400 • Ink tanks cannot be loaded in the holder if the color or orientation is incorrect. Important If the Ink Tank does not fit in the holder, do not force it into the holder. Make
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    closed completely. Make sure all ink tank lock levers are fully closed. Important • To close the Ink Tank Cover when no Ink Tank is installed (as when moving the printer), push the release lever (a) as shown while returning the Ink Tank Lock Lever to the original position. Ink Tanks 33 Basic Guide
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    instructions on replacing the Printhead, see "Replacing the Printhead." →P.34 Note Replacing the Printhead When to replace the Printhead This printer both printheads. • If your Canon dealer has advised Printhead replacement reach of children. Caution • If ink is accidentally ingested, contact a
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    when ink levels are low. Note • When the remaining capacity of Maintenance cartridge is low, prepare a new Maintenance cartridge. 1 Remove any paper that has been advanced by selecting Eject Paper in the Control Panel menu. • When using a roll, rewind it. (See "Removing the Roll from the Printer
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    1 Open the Top Cover. 2 If the Carriage Cover is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean. iPF9400 Consumables and Maintenance Printheads • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). This may stain your Important hands and damage
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    Consumables and Maintenance iPF9400 3 If the ventilation duct (a) is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean. If the Carriage is obscuring the ventilation duct, move the Carriage manually before cleaning the duct. 4 Pull up the Carriage Cover to open it
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    and Maintenance Replacing the Printhead 6 Pull up the Printhead Fixer Cover to open it completely. 7 Remove the Printhead and press the OK button. iPF9400 • Dispose of the used Printhead in accordance with local regulations. Note 8 Holding the new Printhead by the grips (a), remove it from the
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    • Never touch the ink supply section (d). This may cause printing problems. Consumables and Maintenance Printheads 9 While firmly holding the Printhead you have removed, use your other hand to remove the orange Protective Part (a). Squeeze the grips (c) of Protective Part (b) and pull it
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    the Printhead Fixer Cover down toward the front to lock the Printhead in place. 12 Push the Printhead Fixer Lever toward the back of the printer until it clicks. 13 Push the Carriage Cover down toward the front. iPF9400 Printheads 40 Basic Guide
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    Posi. Adj. in the Control Panel menu. Note (See "Adjustment When Installing the Printhead.") →User's Guide 15 Feed paper by following the instructions on the Display Screen. After the paper has advanced, Initial adjustmt in Head Posi. Adj. is executed automatically. • When printing fine lines or
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    iPF9400 Cutter Unit Cutter Unit ...42 Replacing the Cutter Unit ...42 Cutter Unit When purchasing, check the Model number. Shape Model number CT-06 • For instructions the OK button. The Carriage moves. When it finishes moving, instructions are displayed on the Display Screen. • If you do not
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    Consumables and Maintenance iPF9400 Replacing the Cutter Unit 1 Open the Top Cover. Replacing the Cutter Unit 2 Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). This may stain your Important hands and damage the printer. Cutter Unit 3 Push the Cutter Unit Detachment Lever to the left to unlock it. 43 Basic
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    remove it from the Carriage. iPF9400 • Never touch any part of the Cutter Unit except the Lock Lever (a) and grip (b). This may stain your hands or cause injury. Additionally, this may damage the printer the printer if the Cutter Unit comes off. Cutter Unit 6
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    Consumables and Maintenance iPF9400 7 Close the Top Cover. Replacing the Cutter Unit 8 A confirmation message is displayed about the Cutter Unit lock. Press ▲ or ▼ to select "Yes count. To reset the cut counter, press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Cutter Unit 45 Basic Guide
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    Maintenance Cartridge iPF9400 Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge ...46 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge ...46 Maintenance Cartridge When purchasing, check the Model number. This Maintenance Cartridge comes with a Shaft Cleaner. Shape Model number MC-08 • For instructions on
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    . Follow the instructions in Replace the Maintenance Cartridge. Consumables and Maintenance Maintenance Cartridge • Do not replace the Maintenance Cartridge during initialization immediately after turning on the printer, during Printhead cleaning, or when ink is being absorbed. Ink may leak out
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    and put your other hand under the Maintenance Cartridge to hold it firmly on the bottom, keeping it level as you pull it out. 48 iPF9400 Basic Guide
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    and store the box on a flat surface. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. Important • In accordance with active and ongoing environmental programs, Canon supports recycling of used mainte- nance cartridges. Follow the instructions provided with the new Maintenance Cartridge that describe how to
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    it all the way in. iPF9400 Consumables and Maintenance Maintenance Cartridge 8 Close the Maintenance Cartridge Cover. 9 Press the OK button. The printer now initializes the Maintenance Cartridge. ). 50 • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Basic Guide
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    iPF9400 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge 2 Press the OK button. The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed. 3 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Maintenance, and then press the OK button. 4 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Repl. S. Cleaner, and then press the OK button. The Carriage moves. When it finishes moving, instructions
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    (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). This may stain your Important hands and damage the printer. iPF9400 Consumables and Maintenance Maintenance Cartridge 7 Holding the new Shaft Cleaner by the grips (a), attach it the Top Cover. The Carriage moves back into position. 52 Basic Guide
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    it may actually be covered with paper dust. 1 Open the Top Cover. 2 If paper dust has accumulated in the Vacuum holes (a) on the Platen, in the Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (b), or on the cutter guide (c), use the Cleaning Brush (d, provided with the printer) to wipe it away. Cleaning the
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    Paper Retainer (c), the Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (d), the Ejection Guide (e), the cutter guide (f), around the ink suction holes at left (g), around the Borderless Printing Ink Grooves at right (h), on the blue Switch (i), and so on. iPF9400 damage the printer. Cleaning the Printer • Do
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    is ejected at all, or if Head Cleaning A does not solve the problem. It takes about five minutes to complete. • Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge or ink tanks during either Head Cleaning A or Head Cleaning B. Ink may leak or an error may occur. Important • If printing does not improve even if
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    cleaning is now executed. 6 Print a test pattern to check the nozzles, and determine whether cleaning has cleared the nozzles. (See "Checking for Nozzle Clogging.") →User's Guide Consumables and Maintenance Cleaning the Printer 56 Basic
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    iPF9400 Control Panel Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen Control Panel ...57 Menu Operations ...58 Menu Structure ...62 Control Panel Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen a Display Screen Shows printer menus, as well as the printer status and messages. b Data Lamp (green) •
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    h Power button (green) Turns the printer on and off. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.") →User's Guide The Power button is lit when the printer is on or in Sleep mode. i Navigate button Enables you to check instructions for loading and removing paper or replacing ink tanks or printheads, as well
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    iPF9400 Menu Operations • If the Tab 60 • Executing menu commands →P.61 Accessing menus Printer menus are grouped by function. Menus are displayed with the upper line selected. You can use the buttons on the Control Panel to access each menu. Printer Parts the overall menu. 59 Basic Guide
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    Menu Operations iPF9400 • Lower menus are OK button. After two seconds, the display reverts to the upper level menu. Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen • If a confirmation message is displayed regarding the setting ▼ to increase or decrease the value continuously. Note 60 Basic Guide
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    setting is Note applied, and the printer is now in Standby. Executing menu commands Menu commands can be executed as follows. 1 Press ▲ or ▼ to select the action to execute, and then press the OK button. The menu command is now executed. Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen 61 Basic Guide
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    in progress and menu during printing items only available while printing is in progress. see "Printer Menu Operations." →User's Guide Regular menu Paper Menu Not displayed Menu during printing Ink Menu The same Ink Menu as normal is displayed. Job Menu The same Job Menu as normal is displayed
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    *1: For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See Paper Reference Guide.) Types of paper in the printer driver and related software (as well as on the Control Panel) are updated when you install the printer driver from the User Software CD-ROM
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    iPF9400 Printer Parts Manual AdjustmentPrint Change Settings A:High ┋ B:Standard/Draft A:High ┋ B:Standard/Draft Calibration Auto Adjust Calibration Log Use Adj. Value Set Exec. Guide Date ┋ Paper . *┋ 30 min. ┋ 60 min. IPv4 (*8) IPv4 Mode Automatic ┋ Manual * (*8) Protocol (*4) (*8)
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    Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen iPF9400 Menu Structure First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level IPv6 (*8) IPv6 Support (*8) IPv6 StlessAddrs (*8) (*10) DHCPv6 (*8) (*10) DNS Settings (*9)(*10) DNS Domain Name (*9) On ┋ Off * On
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    iPF9400 Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Length Unit meter *┋ feet/inch Detect Mismatch Pause ┋ Warning ┋ None *┋ Hold Job Paper )(*16) Printer Info (*15) Paper Info Ink Info Head Guide
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    iPF9400 Menu Structure *3: Available if Adj. Priority is Automatic or Print Length. *4: Not displayed if IPv4 Mode is Manual Not displayed if IPv6 Support is Off. *11: Take-up Reel is Enable, (b) roll paper is loaded, and (c) you have not Printer Parts Operations and Display Screen 67 Basic Guide
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    Front iPF9400 Printer parts Front ...68 Back ...69 Top Cover (Inside) ...70 Carriage ...71 Ink Tank Cover (Inside) ...72 Front Printer Parts Printer parts a Top Cover Open this cover to install the Printhead, load paper, and remove any jammed paper from inside the printer as needed. (See "Top
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    iPF9400 Back i Ink Tank Cover Open this cover to replace an Ink Tank. (See "Ink Tank Cover (Inside).") →P.72 j Control Panel Use this panel to operate the printer and check the printer status. (See "Control Panel.") →P.57 k Release Lever Releases the Paper Retainer. Lift this lever toward the
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    port. It supports Hi-Speed USB. e Manual Pocket Store printer manuals in this pocket. f Power Supply Connector Connect the power cord to this connector. Top Cover (Inside) iPF9400 Printer Parts Printer parts a Top Cover Roller Prevents paper from rising when ejected. b Paper Alignment Line 70
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    paper in place. g Borderless Printing Ink Grooves For catching ink outside the edges of paper during borderless printing. h Cleaning Brush When cleaning inside the printer position. Be careful not to touch this part when cleaning inside the Top Cover or clearing paper jams. k Switch Set the switch to
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    cutter for automatic paper cutting. Retracted when not in use. g Shaft Cleaner Prevents the Carriage Shaft from becoming dirty. h Cutter Unit Detachment Lever Used when replacing the Cutter Unit. Ink Tank Cover (Inside) Left Side Right Side iPF9400 Printer Parts Printer parts *1: Note: The
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    Ink Tank Cover is opened. • On The Ink Tank is installed correctly. • Off No Ink Tank is installed, or the ink level detection function is disabled. • Flashing Slowly Not much ink is left. • Flashing Rapidly Ink tank is empty. Ink Tank Cover (Inside) Printer Parts Printer parts 73 Basic Guide
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    the internal parts in transit, always follow these steps before transferring the printer to a new location. Refer to the Setup Guide for details on packing the printer and installing it after transfer. • Be sure to contact your Canon dealer before transferring the printer to a new location. Ink may
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    3 When the preparation is finished, instructions are displayed on the Display Screen. Remove the ink tanks before packing the printer. (See "Removing Ink Tanks.") →P.76 • If consumables must be replaced, the message "Consumables must be replaced. Call for service." is shown on the Display Screen
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    left and right ink tank covers. 2 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. 3 Hold the Ink Tank by the handle (a) and remove it. iPF9400 Printer Relocation Preparing to Transfer the Printer 76 Basic Guide
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    iPF9400 • Store the Ink Tank you removed in the box with the ink holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. Important Preparing to Transfer the Printer Printer Relocation Preparing to Transfer the Printer 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to remove all ink tanks. 5 Push down the release
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    Printer iPF9400 7 When the process is finished, "Preparations for moving the printer printer, plug it in again, reinstall the ink tanks, Important and follow this procedure again. 2 Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide. 3 Remove the six Ejection Supports and lower the Ejection Guide
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    Printer Relocation Preparing to Transfer the Printer 5 Close the Top Cover. 6 Tape down printer covers to secure them, in the reverse order of tape removal during installation. 79 7 If the Output Stacker is installed, reverse the installation procedure to remove the Output Stacker. Basic Guide
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    The basic workflow for reinstalling the printer is as follows. For detailed instructions, see the Setup Guide. Assemble the stand 1 Referring to the Printer Stand Setup Guide, assemble the Stand. Printer Relocation Preparing to Transfer the Printer • The Stand must be assembled by at least
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    Printer Relocation iPF9400 Reinstalling the Printer • Moving the printer requires at least six people, holding it on both sides. Be careful to avoid back strain and other injuries. Caution • When moving the printer, firmly grasp the Carry- ing Handles (a) under each side. The printer may be
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    the Top Cover and remove stoppers and spacers inside the printer. 5 Connect the power cord to the Power Supply Connector on the back of the printer. 6 Plug the power cord into the outlet. 7 Press the power button to turn the printer on. iPF9400 Preparing to Transfer the Printer 82 Basic Guide
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    iPF9400 8 Open the Ink Tank Cover and install the ink tanks. Reinstalling the Printer 9 Install the Software and the Electronic Manuals. Note that the driver installation procedure varies depending on the type of connection. (See "Installing the Software (Windows).") →P.84 (See "Installing the
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    instructions, see the Setup Guide. Supported connection methods The printer driver works over USB or network (TCP/IP) connections. The driver installation procedure varies depending on the type of connection. Follow these steps to install the software and Electronic manuals. iPF9400 Installing
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    . Installing the Software (Windows) 5 When the Install User Manual dialog box is displayed, insert the provided User Manuals CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive and follow the instructions displayed to complete installation. Software Installation Installing the Printer Driver (Windows) 85 Basic Guide
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    Installing the Software (Mac OS X) iPF9400 Installing the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) Installing the Software The basic instructions for installing the software are as follows. For detailed instructions, see the Setup Guide. Supported connection methods The printer driver works over USB or network (
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    the printer to set up and update the paper information. Next, install the Electronic manuals. 7 Insert the provided User Manuals CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive and follow the instructions displayed to complete installation. Software Installation Installing the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) 87 Basic Guide
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    Software Installation Print Preview iPF9400 Convenient Printer Driver Features Print Preview ...88 Rotate Page 90 degrees (Converse Paper 90 Borderless Printing ...91 Large-Format and in some environments, PageComposer may be started. Note Convenient Printer Driver Features 88 Basic Guide
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    menu item for printer settings to display the Print dialog box. 2. Access the Main pane. 3. Select the Print Preview check box. 4. After you click Print, the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview window will be displayed. Print Preview Software Installation Convenient Printer Driver Features 89 Basic Guide
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    Paper) Rotate Page 90 degrees (Converse Paper) You can conserve roll paper paper. iPF9400 • If the page would exceed the roll paper width after rotation, you can use this function with Scale to fit Roll Paper (Conserve Paper) check box. Software Installation Convenient Printer Driver Features
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    Settings in Mac OS X 1. Access the Page Setup pane. 2. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 3. Select the Borderless Printing check box. 4. Select either Fit Paper Size or Fit Roll Paper Width. Basic Guide Borderless Printing 91 Convenient Printer Driver Features Software Installation
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    the width of roll paper by completing simple printer driver settings. The printer supports roll printing up Paper Width, the Informa- tion dialog box is displayed. 5. Click the width of the loaded roll in the Roll Paper have not registered Custom Paper Sizes, resize the original to fit the roll width.
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    . 3. Make sure the size of the original you have pre- pared is displayed in Page Size. 4. Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 5. Select Fit Paper Size, Fit Roll Paper Width, or Scaling. Basic Guide Enlarged/Reduced Printing 93 Convenient Printer Driver Features Software Installation
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    Plug-Ins iPF9400 Other Methods of the trouble of configuring settings. • You can directly process image data on Adobe Photoshop, and forward the image data to a printer. In printer. The imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In for Photoshop window is displayed. Software Installation Convenient Printer Driver
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    CAD Clear Film. Important • If adjustment is not possible as expected using special media, try another type of paper, or try Manual adjustment. (See "Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors (Head Posi. Adj.).") →User's Guide • Because the results of adjustment vary depending on the type of
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    iPF9400 • Always make sure the loaded paper matches the type of paper specified on the printer. Adjustment cannot be completed correctly unless the loaded paper Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the OK button. instructions on the Display Screen. Adjustments for Better Print
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    at the time of printing. • Either A:High or B:Standard/Draft in the Adjust Length menu is applied, depending on printer driver settings at the time of printing. Note Follow these steps to configure the settings. 1 Load the paper. • Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls →P.9 • Loading Rolls in the
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    mode, the printer prints and reads a test pattern for automatic adjustment of the feed amount. • Auto(GenuinePpr) Use this mode with paper identified in the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Types of Paper.") →User's Guide • Auto(OtherPaper) Use this mode with paper not in the Paper Reference Guide, or
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    iPF9400 Automatic Banding Adjustment 3 Press the OK button. The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed. 4 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the OK button. 5 Press ▲ or Press the OK button and follow the instructions on the Display Screen. Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the feed
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    the Printer On and Off.") →User's Guide 2 Open the Top Cover. Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper • If the leading edge of the roll jams in the carriage such as when the paper curls strongly, you may be able to avoid paper jamming by setting the roll cutting method to Manual and setting
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    iPF9400 • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c), This may stain your Important hands and damage the printer. Clearing Jammed Roll Paper Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper 4 Lift the Release Lever. 5 Holding the paper on both sides, pull the jammed
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    of the Ejection Guide (a). Align the right side of the roll paper with the Paper Alignment Line (b), keeping this side parallel to the line, and then lower the Release Lever. Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper • Do not force the roll paper into alignment with the Paper Alignment Line
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    blade of the Cutter Unit will be lowered in preparation to cut the paper. Be careful not to pinch your fingers between the Carriage and Platen if you have pushed the Carriage Caution to the left edge or if a paper jam occurs during cutting. Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper 103 Basic Guide
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    Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). This may stain your Important hands and damage the printer. iPF9400 Problems Regarding Paper Troubleshooting 4 Lift the Release Lever. 5 If the paper is visible, hold the paper and pull it out toward the front. 104 Basic
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    the Release Lever and close the Top Cover. Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper 9 Turn the printer on. (See "Turning the Printer On and Off.") →User's Guide Roll paper cannot be inserted into the paper feed slot Cause The roll paper is warped. Corrective Action Straighten out curls and
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    printer driver. (See "Page Setup Sheet (Windows).") →User's Guide (See "Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS X).") →User's Guide If the Cutting Mode is Eject, press the Cut button to cut the paper. If the Cutting Mode is Manual Sensor. Troubleshooting Problems Regarding Paper 106 Basic Guide
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    Unit and reconnect it firmly, all the way in. 3. Turn the printer on. (See "Using the Media Take-up Unit (Optional).") →User's Guide If the Media Take-up Unit continues rotating, contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Problems Regarding Paper The size of clear film cannot be detected Cause The
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    Agitating... Cause Ink agitation is in progress. Corrective Action Please wait until ink agitation is finished. The time for agitation varies depending on how long the printer was off. (Between about a minute and a half to twenty minutes.) Troubleshooting Printing does not start 108 Basic Guide
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    Nozzle Clogging.") →User's Guide A print job was received from an incompatible printer driver. The printer is damaged. Use the correct imagePROGRAF printer driver for the printer and try printing again. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Troubleshooting The printer stops during a print
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    Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls.") →User's Guide Problems with the printing quality Paper rubs against the printhead Cause Corrective Action The type of paper specified in the print- Load paper of the same type as you have specified in the printer driver. er driver does not match the type loa
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    type of paper in the printer driver and try printing again. Reload the paper. (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") →P.11 (See "Loading Sheets in the Printer.") →P.18 In the Control Panel menu, set Head Height to Automatic. (See "Adjusting the Printhead Height.") →User's Guide When printing on Canon
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    The surface of the paper is dirty iPF9400 Cause You are printing on heavyweight paper or paper that curls or wrinkles easily after absorbing ink. The Ejection Guide is soiled. Corrective Action When printing on Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper or other paper-based media, choose a VacuumStrngth
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    printer driver, click Advanced Settings by Media Type. 2. Select an ink drying time in the list for the Between Pages setting of Drying Time. Troubleshooting ).") →User's Guide Problems with the printing quality Banding in different colors occurs Cause Corrective Action The paper feed amount is
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    is faster and consumes less ink than in Highest quality or High modes, but the printing quality is lower. (See "Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing.") →User's Guide Load paper of the same type as you have specified in the printer driver. (See "Loading Rolls in the
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    . Printing quality may be affected if the Switch is incorrectly set. Important 1 Remove any loaded paper that will not be used. • Rolls (See "Removing the Roll from the Printer.") →P.15 • Sheet (See "Removing Sheets.") →P.21 Troubleshooting Problems with the printing quality 115 Basic Guide
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    Setting the Blue Switch on the Platen 2 Open the Top Cover. 3 Remove the Cleaning Brush (a). 4 Using the back of the Cleaning Brush, move the first Switch to the side opposite ●. iPF9400 Troubleshooting Problems with the printing quality 116 Basic Guide
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    iPF9400 5 Refer to the following table to confirm the number on the Platen (a) that corresponds to the size of paper for printing. Setting the Blue Switch on the Platen Troubleshooting Problems with the printing quality Number 2 .00 in) 1270.0 mm (50.00 in) 1524.0 mm (60.00 in) 117 Basic Guide
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    number 2 and higher to the ● side. 7 Close the Top Cover. Troubleshooting Problems with the printing quality The contrast becomes uneven during printing Cause The paper feed amount is out of adjustment. The type of paper specified in the printer driver does not match the type loaded in the
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    Height setting. (See "Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images (Head Height).") →User's Guide Depending on the type of paper, the Specify Proof in Print Priority in the printer driver. thickness of printed lines may be no- (See "Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for
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    lower Head Height setting. (See "Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images (Head Height).") →User's Guide Load paper of the same type as you have specified in the printer driver. (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") →P.11 (See "Loading Sheets in the Printer.") →P.18 Make sure the same type
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    Manually.") →User's Guide Troubleshooting Cannot print over a network Cannot print over a TCP/IP network Cause The printer's IP address is not configured correctly. Corrective Action Make sure the printer's IP address is configured correctly. (See "Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF
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    . Due to the nature of Bonjour, you cannot print if the printer is on another network behind a router. Make sure the computer and printer are on the same network. For information about network settings, ask your network administrator. Troubleshooting Cannot print over a network 122 Basic Guide
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    the screen to remove the printer driver or imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. Installation problems Removing imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) Remove imagePROGRAF Status Monitor as follows. • The following instructions are for Windows XP. The method of removing printer drivers varies depending on the
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    Device Setup Utility > Uninstaller (imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility) to start the wizard. 2 In the wizard window, click Delete, and then click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen to remove imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility. Troubleshooting Installation problems 124 Basic Guide
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    . If an error message is displayed after the hard disk check, follow the instructions indicated to resolve the problem. Troubleshooting Other problems If the Printer Makes a Strange Sound Cause The printer makes a sound during operation. Corrective Action The following sounds do not indicate
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    the printer. Releasing ink level detection 1 On the Display Screen, a message indicates that the ink level cannot be detected. After checking the message, press the ▶ button. 2 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Information, and then press the OK button. Troubleshooting Other problems 126 Basic Guide
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    iPF9400 3 A confirmation message is shown on the Display Screen about releasing ink level detection. After checking the message, press the ▶ button. 4 After and press the ▶ button. 7 Check the message and press the ▶ button. Ink Level Detection Troubleshooting Other problems 127 Basic Guide
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    button. 9 A confirmation message about updating ink information is shown on the Display Screen. After checking the message, press the ▶ button. 10 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Ink level detection is now released. iPF9400 Troubleshooting Other problems 128 Basic Guide
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    . 2. Change the paper type setting in the printer driver to the type loaded in the printer and try printing again. Follow these steps to ensure the paper type matches on the printer and in the printer driver. 129 1. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Change Paper, and then press the OK button. Basic Guide
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    in the printer driver and try printing again. (See "Loading and Printing on Rolls.") →User's Guide (See "Loading and Printing on Sheets.") →User's Guide You can continue to print, but note that this error may cause problems in the printing results. Messages regarding paper The paper is too
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    →P.15 (See "Removing Rolls From the Roll Holder.") →User's Guide 2. Replace with paper of the width configured in the printer driver. (See "Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls.") →P.9 (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") →P.11 The printer now starts printing the print job. Make sure the roll width
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    be used as size is not supported. Cause Paper that is too large for the printer has been loaded. Paper that is too small for the printer has been loaded. Corrective Action Lift the Release Lever and load paper of the correct size. (See "Paper Sizes.") →User's Guide Lift the Release Lever and load
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    on the printer. It may be helpful to change the printing mode, which will change the paper feed timing. Choose a higher level of Print Quality in the Advanced Settings of the printer driver. (See "Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing.") →User's Guide Error Message
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    removing the roll, load and print on a sheet of the type and size of paper you have specified in the printer driver. (See "Removing the Roll from the Printer.") →P.15 (See "Loading and Printing on Sheets.") →User's Guide Press ▲ or ▼ to select Stop Printing, and then press the OK button to stop
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    , for example), choose Off or Loose in the Skew Check Lv. setting of the printer menu. However, this may cause jams and printing problems because paper may Important be askew when printed. Also, the Platen may become soiled, which may soil the back of the next document when it is printed.
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    the Paper Reference Guide. (See Paper Reference Guide.) 2. Lift the Release Lever and remove the paper. In other cases, the Cutter Unit Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. may be damaged. Error Message End of paper feed. Cause Although an attempt was made to advance the paper manually, it
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    press the OK button. 2. Make sure the correct 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. (See Paper Reference Guide.) Select None when you have set Detect Mismatch on
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    borderless printing. iPF9400 Cause The paper is loaded askew. Corrective Action Press ▲ or ▼ to select Change Paper and straighten the paper so that the edges are between the ink grooves for Stop Printing, and then press the OK button. Error Message Messages regarding paper 138 Basic Guide
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    iPF9400 Ink insufficient. Messages regarding ink Ink insufficient...139 No ink left...139 Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected 139 Close Ink Tank Cover ...139 Ink tank is empty...140 Not much ink is left...140 No ink tank loaded...140 The following ink tanks cannot be
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    the indicated color in the printer. Corrective Action Load the Ink Tank. (See "Replacing Ink Tanks.") →P.23 Error Message Messages regarding ink There is a problem with the Ink Tank. Replace it with a new Ink Tank. (See "Replacing Ink Tanks.") →P.23 The following ink tanks cannot be recognized
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    to clear the error. Corrective Action 2. Load paper that is compatible with color calibration. See the Paper Reference Guide. (See Paper Reference Guide.) Always make sure the loaded paper matches the type of paper in the printer paper settings. Adjustment cannot be completed correctly unless the
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    supported width for borderless printing. Corrective Action Press the OK button to stop printing. Use each type of paper only where the recommended environmental conditions are met. For details on environmental conditions for various paper, see the Paper Reference Guide. (See Paper Reference Guide
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    iPF9400 Move the blue platen switch No.xx to the right. (xx represents a number) Move the blue platen switch No.xx to the right. (xx represents a number) Cause The printer adjust the feed amount manually. (See "Manual Banding Adjustment (Adj. Quality).") →User's Guide Check printed document.
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    iPF9400 Checking for Nozzle Clogging.") →User's Guide 3. Clean the Printhead if the recommend using a type of paper that you often use, not displayed) Cause There is a problem with the Printhead. Follow these steps to replace the Printhead. 1. Turn off the printer, wait a while, and then turn it on
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    iPF9400 Cannot recognize print head x. (x is L, R, or not displayed) Cannot recognize print head x. (x is L, R, or not displayed) Cause No still displayed when printing, replace the Printhead. (See "Replacing the Printhead.") →P.34 Error Message Messages regarding printheads 145 Basic Guide
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    cannot absorb enough ink for Printhead cleaning or other operation. Corrective Action After confirming that the printer has stopped operating, the printer has stopped operating, replace the Maintenance Cartridge. (See "Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge.") →P.46 Maintenance cartridge problem.
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    iPF9400 Hard disk error. Messages regarding the hard disk Hard disk error...147 File in personal boxes. (See "Deleting Saved Jobs.") →User's Guide Mail box nearly full. Cause The free hard disk space left for Personal Boxes in the printer's hard disk does not have more than 1 GB, combined.
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    Mail box full. Delete unwanted data Cause Corrective Action 100 jobs are stored in the Personal Box. Delete unneeded jobs stored in personal boxes. (See "Deleting Saved Jobs.") →User's Guide iPF9400 Error Message Messages regarding the hard disk 148 Basic Guide
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    a problem with the print job. 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 printing results. ERROR Exxx-xxxx (x represents a letter or number) Cause An error requiring service may
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    Prepare for parts replacement. iPF9400 Prepare for parts replacement. Cause It is almost time to replace consumables for which 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 dealer
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    cartridge...146 No sheets...134 Not much ink is left...140 Paper jam...134 Paper loaded askew...135 Paper mismatch ...129 Paper position not suitable for borderless printing 137 Paper size not detected...131 PaprWidth Mismatch ...131 Parts replacement time has passed...150 PHeads: wrong
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    ...132 Sheet printing is selected...134 The following ink tanks cannot be recognized 140 The mail box is full...147 The paper is too small...130 The paper is too small...130 The roll is empty...133 This paper cannot be used as size is not supported 132 Top cover is open...149 Turn on
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    58 NetWare network 121 P Paper Feed Slot 13, 68 Power 2, 58, 70, 82 Preparing to Transfer the Printer 74 Print Priority 97 Printer menu 59 Printhead 3, 34, 55, 68, 71, 95 R Removing printer drivers 123 Removing the Roll 15 Replace P.head 35 Replacing Ink Tanks 23 Replacing the Cutter
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    iPF9400 Basic Guide ENG Canon Inc. 30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042 U.S.A Canon Europe Ltd. 3 The Square, Stockley Park, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB11 1ET United Kingdom Canon (China) Co., Ltd. 15F Jinbao Building No.89
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Large Format Printer
Basic Guide
Preface
Safety Precautions
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2
Manuals for this printer
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6
Handling Paper
Handling rolls
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9
Handling sheets
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18
Consumables and Maintenance
Ink Tanks
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23
Printheads
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34
Cutter Unit
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42
Maintenance Cartridge
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46
Cleaning the Printer
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53
Printer Parts
Operations and Display Screen
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57
Printer parts
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68
Printer Relocation
Preparing to Transfer the Printer
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74
Software Installation
Installing the Printer Driver (Windows)
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84
Installing the Printer Driver (Mac OS X)
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86
Convenient Printer Driver Features
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88
Adjustments for Better Print Quality
Adjusting the Printhead
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95
Adjusting the feed amount
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97
Troubleshooting
Problems Regarding Paper
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100
Printing does not start
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108
The printer stops during a print job
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109
Problems with the printing quality
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110
Cannot print over a network
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121
Installation problems
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123
Other problems
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125
Error Message
Messages regarding paper
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129
Messages regarding ink
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139
Messages regarding printing or adjustment
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Messages regarding printheads
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144
Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge
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146
Messages regarding the hard disk
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147
Other Messages
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149
Error Messages
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151
Manuals for this printer
Setup Guide
Basic Guide
User's Guide
Electronic manual
Paper Reference Guide
Electronic manual
ENG
Read this manual before attempting to operate the printer.
Keep this manual in a handy location for future referencing.
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