Canon iPF8100 User Manual for Windows
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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 Unit (Optional - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 4
Sheets 146 Printing Options 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 5
Printing Photos and Images (Windows, Mac OS X 247 Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS 9 249 Printing Line Drawings and Text (Windows, Mac OS X 251 Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS 9 252 Printing Office Documents...253 Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver 254 Printing in Ideal Colors - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 6
Size (Windows 350 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS X 352 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS 9 355 Printing at Full Size (Windows 358 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS X 360 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS 9 363 Borderless Printing 365 Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 7
Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS 9 474 Printing CAD Drawings 476 Printing CAD Drawings...476 Printing Line Drawings and Text (Windows 477 Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS X 479 Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS 9 482 Other useful settings 485 Printing With - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 8
(Mac OS 9 504 Software 507 Windows...507 Printer Driver Settings (Windows 507 Confirming Print Settings (Windows 509 Previewing Images Before Printing (Windows 511 Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box (Windows 512 Settings Summaries Dialog Box (Windows 513 Using Favorites (Windows)...514 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 9
Pane (Mac OS X 571 Support Pane (Mac OS X)...572 Using Favorites (Mac OS X)...572 Printing Adobe RGB Images (Mac OS X 573 imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh 576 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS X 578 Color Settings Pane: Color (Mac OS X 579 Color Settings - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 10
before printing (Windows 669 Printing in Colors Matching the Measured Ambient Light 673 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows 676 Ink Tanks...678 Ink Tanks...678 Replacing Ink Tanks...680 Checking Ink Tank Levels...692 When to Replace Ink Tanks...693 Printheads...694 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 11
the Top Cover 720 Cleaning the Printhead...723 Other Maintenance 724 Preparing to Transfer the Printer 724 Updating the Firmware...730 Troubleshooting 731 Frequently Asked Questions 731 Frequently Asked Questions...731 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver 733 Printing does not start 734 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 12
the Maintenance Cartridge...759 Paper is not cut neatly...759 Paper cannot be cut...760 The printer does not go on...760 Roll paper cannot be inserted into the Paper Feed Slot 760 Cannot Load Sheets...760 The Media Take-up Unit Continues Rotating 761 Ink level detection...762 Error Message 764 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 13
ink tank 778 Ink tank is empty. Replace the ink tank 778 Close Ink Tank Cover...779 Ink tank error...779 Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected 779 Messages regarding printing or adjusment 780 Use another paper...780 Cannot execute this command. Use other paper 780 Cannot print - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 14
Other Messages 787 GARO Wxxxx (x represents a number 787 Top cover is open...787 Carriage Cover is open...787 ERROR Exxx-xxxx (x represents a letter or number 787 Unknown file...788 Prepare for parts replacement 788 Parts replacement time has passed 788 Multi-sensor error...788 Hardware error - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 15
Panel Interface Items and Messages 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 16
depicted in this User Manual for the printer driver or other software may be different from the actual screens because of subsequent updates. • Windows XP screens are used in explanations of Windows operations in this User Manual. • Trademarks • Canon, the Canon logo, and imagePROGRAF are trademarks - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 17
of the Manual for Printing 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 - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 gure or a link. In the shortcut menu, click Print to display the Print dialog box. • Macintosh On a - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 21
Printer parts Front 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. (→P.10) b. Cutter Groove Paper is cut (using the cutter or manually with scissors) over this groove. c. Ejection Guide Guides printed - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 22
Printer parts l. Release Lever Releases the Paper Retainer. Lift this lever toward the front of the printer when loading paper. m.Maintenance Cartridge Absorbs ink used for maintenance purposes such as head cleaning. (Replace the cartridge when it becomes full.) n. Carrying handles When carrying the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 23
between the computer and printer. e. USB Port Connect a USB cable to this port. This port is compatible with USB 2.0 High Speed mode. f. Accessory Pocket Holds printer manuals, assembly tools, and other items. g. Power Supply Connector Connect the power cord to this connector. Printer Parts 9 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 24
Printing Ink Grooves These grooves catch ink outside the edges of paper during borderless printing. h. Cleaning Brush When cleaning inside of the Top Cover, use 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 iPF8100 | 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. Printheads serve a key role in printing. d. Printhead R Equipped with ink nozzles. Printheads serve a key role in printing. e. Printhead - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 26
Printer parts Ink 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 Lever A lever that locks the Ink Tank in place and protects it. Lift and press down the lever when - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 27
Printer parts b. Ink Set An Ink Tank that can be used in the printer (→P.678) is labeled with a white letter "H" in a black circle on the side. When purchasing an Ink Tank, make sure an "H" is printed on the label. c. Ink Lamp (Red) Indicates the state of the Ink Tank as follows when the Ink Tank - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 28
the print job is paused or the printer is updating the rmware. • Off There are no active print 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 29
ink, paper, and so on. (→P.63) You can also hold down this button for three seconds to clean the Printhead ( Head Cleaning A ). p. Power Button Turns 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 30
Stand R. Attach the optional 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 31
Rewind Spool Winds documents printed on rolls. d. 3-inch Adapter When rewinding rolls with 3-inch paper cores, attach the adapter to the Rewind Spool. e. Media Take-up Sensor A sensor for automatically rewinding rolls. ■Weight a. Weight Roll (6) Weights required when rewinding rolls. Use one roll or - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 32
Printer parts Output Stacker a. Output Stacker A cloth tray that catches ejected documents. (→P.221) b. Arm L Holds the Basket Rod (tag side) attached to the Output Stacker. When the Output Stacker is not used, push it down and store it next to the Stand Leg. d. Basket Rod (tag side) and Basket Rod - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 33
printer goes online in preparation for printing after startup, and the Online lamp and paper source section lamp remain lit. The printer will not go online in the following situations. Take action as needed. • The Top Cover is open Close the Top Cover. • The Ink Tank Cover is open Close the Ink Tank - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 34
printer off Important • Never disconnect the printer's power supply or unplug it during a print job. This could damage the printer. 1. Make sure no print jobs are in progress. If the Message lamp is ashing, check the message printer is receiving a print job. Turn off the printer only after printing - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 35
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 if errors occur. • Menu - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 36
is idle for a specic period (by factory default, ve minutes), that is, if no print jobs are received 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 37
size. • Bottom Level of the Display Screen Here, the remaining ink level is indicated. (→P.692) Control Panel • Online lamp Lit when the printer is online. • Data lamp Flashes when print jobs are being received or processed. • Message lamp Lit when warning messages are displayed. Printer Parts 23 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 38
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 when error messages are - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 39
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, paper information, and printer information. (→P.63) Printer Parts - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 40
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 cleaning. • Papr Size Mismatch - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 41
available during printing are displayed. Ofine, when an error message is displayed Not switch to Menu mode until the problem is solved. Press the Information button to display the submenus. Press the Information button to display the Maintenance Cartridge capacity and remaining ink levels, as - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 42
the Menu button. • An error message is displayed: Switches to Menu mode after the problem is solved. The following operations are available from the main menu during printing. • Printhead cleaning • Manual adjustment of the paper feed amount • Display of printer-related information • Job management - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 43
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) Printer Parts 29 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 44
error 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 menu items, use buttons on the Control Panel. The following section describes menu operations and how they are presented in this User Manual - Canon iPF8100 | 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 to access each menu. • Press ▲ to access a is displayed at left. To access these upper level menus, select a menu and press ◄. Printer Parts 31 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 46
left is 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 47
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 continue entering numbers. 8. Press the Online button to bring the printer online. Note • If a conrmation message is displayed regarding the setting you entered - Canon iPF8100 | 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 Printer Parts - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 49
defaults. For instructions on menu operations, see "Main Menu Operations". (→P.30) For details on menu items, see "Main Menu Settings". (→P.49) First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Paper Cutting (*1) No * Yes Rep. Ink Tank No * Yes Head Cleaning Head Cleaning - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 50
Paper Washi (*5) Colored Coated (*5) CAD Trace Paper (*5) CAD Matte Film (*5) CAD Clear Film (*5) Special # 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 51
Paper (*5) News Proof 1 (*5) News Proof 2 (*5) FineArt Photo (*5) FneArt HW 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 52
Off * On Roll Length Set (*1, ### m *2) ### feet (The paper type is Roll DryingTime Off displayed here.) (*5) 30 sec. 1 min. 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 53
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.) Delete Priority Job List (Choose a print job.) Print Delete Print Job List No Yes Job List Print Printer Parts 39 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 54
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 Auto Adjust Calibration Log Use Adj. Value Return Defaults EOP Timer - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 55
AppleTalk Ethernet 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 56
Control 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 - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 58
-2: -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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 59
as on the Control Panel ) is updated when you install the printer driver 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 Media Conguration Tool Guide (Macintosh). *6: Not displayed if NetWare is - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 60
display Head Cleaning, Fine Band Adj., and 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 61
A Head Cleaning B Fine Band Adj. From -5 to 5 Information System Info Error Log Job Log (Choose from Document information Name about the latest three print jobs.) User Name Page Count Job Status Print Start Time Print End Time Print Time Print Size Media Type Interface Ink - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 63
Ink Tank When replacing the Ink Tank , choose Yes and follow the instructions on the screen. (→P.680) Head Cleaning Specify Printhead cleaning options. (→P.696) Choose Head Cleaning A if printing is faint, oddly colored, or contains foreign substances. Choose Head Cleaning B if no ink is printed - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 64
(as well as on the Control Panel ) is updated when you install the printer driver 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 Media Conguration Tool Guide (Macintosh). 50 Printer Parts - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 65
have the roll cut automatically after printing. If you choose Manual, the paper will not be cut after printing. Instead, a line will be printed at the cut position. Choose Eject if you prefer not to have documents dropped immediately after printing, as when waiting for ink to dry. Printer Parts 51 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 66
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 when you install the printer driver from the User Software CD-ROM or if you change paper information by using the Media - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 67
. BOX Ope. Job List (Choose a print Print job) Delete Print Job List Psnl. BOX Ope. Folder List (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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 68
Manual Head Adj Auto Band Adj. Standard Adj. Advanced Adj. Manual Band Adj Adjust Length Calibration Auto Adjust Calibration Log Use Adj. Value Return Defaults Description, Instructions Choose Yes to have the printer print and read a test pattern for the automatic adjustment of Printhead - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 69
AppleTalk Frame Type Print Service Ethernet Driver Auto Detect Comm.Mode Ethernet Type Spanning Tree MAC Address Ext. Interface Return Defaults Description, Instructions Specify the timeout period before cancellation of print jobs that cannot be received by the printer. Choose whether the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 70
Change Cutter Move Printer Description, Instructions When replacing the Maintenance Cartridge , choose Yes and follow the instructions on the screen. (→P.708) Not displayed during a warning message that the remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity is low. When replacing the Printhead , choose Yes - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 71
Media Take-up Unit . Choose Off to have the printer pause before printing if a rewinding error occurs. Choose On to use the paper size setting as the basis for printing instead of other settings. The margin setting of the printer menu will be used instead of the margin setting of the printer driver - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 72
settings that you have changed with Media Conguration Tool to the factory default values. If paper added using the Media Conguration Tool was used for color calibration, such color calibration can no longer be applied to any type of paper. Erase all data on the hard disk. 58 Printer Parts - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 73
from information about the latest three print jobs.) Document Name User Name Page Count 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 74
, Instructions Menu Durng Prtng Head Cleaning Specify Printhead cleaning options. (→P.696) Choose Head Cleaning A if printing is faint, oddly colored, or contains foreign substances. Choose Head Cleaning B if no ink is printed at all, or if printing is not improved by Head Cleaning A. Fine - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 75
information about the latest three print jobs.) Document Name User Name Page 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 76
Ope. Job List (Choose a print Print job.) Delete Print Job List Psnl. BOX Ope. 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 - Canon iPF8100 | 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 of each - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 78
Print report. Canon imagePROGRAF iPFxxxx Status Print Printer model Firm Firmware Version Boot Boot ROM Version MIT(DBF) MIT Database Format Version MIT(DB) MIT Database Version S/N Printer serial number MC Maintenance Cartridge capacity (%) Y, PC, C, PGY, GY, BK, PM, M, MBk, Ink - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 79
Head Adjust Auto Print A1-F2 Feed Priority Adjust Length Calibration Execution 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 80
. 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 Printer Parts - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 81
System Setup Warning Current warning and error settings. Buzzer Detect Mismatch Skip Take-Up 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 82
URI RAW Printing Raw Port Number Raw Mode Bi-direction FTP Printing Primary DNS Server Address* Secondary DNS Server Address* DNS Host Name* DNS Domain Name* SMTP Server Address* Multicast DNS Service Name *: Blank if the status has been saved by using Status Monitor. 68 Printer Parts - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 83
Service > NDS PServer is selected. Tree Name* Context name* Print Server Name* Print Server Password* NPrinter Values set when NetWare > Print Service > NPrinter is selected. Print Server Name* Printer Number* *: Blank if the status has been saved by using Status Monitor. Printer Parts - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 84
* *: Blank if the status has been saved by using 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 85
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 jobs Print Yes No No No Print (auto delete) Yes No No No Save in mail - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 86
same time or simply save it on the printer without printing it yet. Saved print jobs can be printed in the required quantity later without the need to use a computer again. • Simplify reprinting, if any errors occur If errors occur in the middle of printing (as when paper runs out), you can resume - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 87
selecting Save in mail box as the format There are nine Personal Boxes, with Personal Boxes numbered "01" to "09". You can specify a name and password for each Personal Box. Up to 100 print jobs can be saved in all Personal Boxes combined. Printer Parts 73 - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 89
box. Print jobs are saved on the hard disk and then printed. 4. In Name of data to be saved, specify how to name saved print jobs. • To use the le name, choose Use le name. • Otherwise choose Enter name and enter a name in Name. 5. Click OK to close the Output Method dialog box. Printer Parts 75 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 90
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 jobs automatically at the same time they are printed. • Print (auto delete) Save print jobs temporarily at the same time they are printed and - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 91
the Personal Box number in the Mail box list. 3. Click OK to close the Destination dialog box. Note • Save data before printing This option is available in combination with Print, Print (auto delete), and Save in mail box. Print jobs are saved on the hard disk and then printed. Printer Parts 77 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 92
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 jobs automatically at the same time they are printed. • Print (auto delete) Save print jobs temporarily at the same time they are printed and - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 93
then printed. Using imagePROGRAF Print Plug-in For details, refer to the topic for the Set Conguration button on the 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 94
print jobs as follows. • Using the Control Panel • Using RemoteUI • Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) • Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh) (Using ▼ to select the folder, and then press the ► button. 4. Enter a password if one has been set, and then press the ► button. 5. Press ▲ or - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 97
a password if one has been set. Jobs saved in that mail box are displayed in the Documents dialog box. Hard Disk For details, 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 98
Hard Disk Note • Enter a password if one has been set. For details, refer to the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor help. Printing a List of Saved Jobs You can print a list of saved print jobs in the Common Box and each Personal Box. You can also print a print job list by using the Control Panel. 1. Press - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 99
on the printer's hard disk as follows. • Using the Control Panel • Using RemoteUI • Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) • Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh) Hard Disk Using the Control Panel 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. 2. Print the saved job. • Printing jobs in - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 104
list saved jobs. Note • Enter a password if one has been set. 2. Select the saved job in the list and click Resume Printing to 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 105
move stored print jobs as follows. • Using RemoteUI • Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) • Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 107
the name or number of the destination Personal Box in the Destination mail box list and click OK. 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 111
of saved jobs You can view details of 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. Hard Disk Note • Enter a password if one has been set. Printer Parts 97 - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 122
. 3. In the Settings dialog box, enter the new job name and click OK. Documents cannot be renamed unless a password has 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 123
print jobs as follows. • Using the Control Panel • Using RemoteUI • Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) • Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh) Using press the ► button. 4. Enter a password if one has been set, and then print job for deletion and press the OK button. Printer Parts 109 - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 129
Note • You cannot preempt queued jobs with jobs that are currently being saved, printed, 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 130
► button. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the job to print rst, and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Priority, and then press the OK button. 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 131
imagePROGRAF Status Monitor On the Job sheet, select the job and the desired function. The 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 - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 133
Mode in RemoteUI. You can set a password for a Personal Box as follows. • Using RemoteUI • Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) • Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh) (Using RemoteUI ) 1. On the Stored Job page, select the Personal Box for a password. 2. Click Edit. Printer Parts 119 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 134
the Set/Register User'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 Printer Parts - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 136
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 Printer Parts - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 137
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. Printer Parts 123 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 138
management. You can assign a name to a Personal Box as follows. • RemoteUI • imagePROGRAF Status Monitor • imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Using 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 142
Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ) 1. On the Hard Disk pane, click "►" next to Inbox No./Name to list saved jobs. Select a saved job 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 143
printer's hard disk as follows. • Using the Control Panel • Using RemoteUI • Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) • Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh) Using free hard disk space by pressing the Information button three times. Using RemoteUI To view the box list, select Stored Job in - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 146
data on the printer'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. • Conversely, print jobs cannot be ► button. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. 132 Printer Parts - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 149
printer is updated. • The following values may vary depending on the operating environment. Printer Power supply Weight Printer and Stand (not Approx. 142 kg (313.1 lb) including the Printhead and Ink Tank ) Space for installation (W Printer only Green Mark) *1: The printer uses a trace amount of - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 150
: • Computer: USB 2.0 High-Speed-compatible • Operating system: Windows Server 2003/Windows XP/Windows 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 151
oz]) or PFI-702GY (700 ml [23.7 oz]) PGY Ink Tank (photo gray ink) Pigment ink PFI-302PGY (330 ml [11.2 oz]) or PFI-702PGY (700 ml [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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 152
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 cases, depending on the type and size - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 154
(PBB, PBDE) Body plastic: No heavy metals (Pb, Hg, Cr[Vl], Cd) or halogenated ame retardants used During operation: Approx. 50 dB (A) max. (6.6 bels or less) Standby: Approx. 35 dB (A) max. Packaging materials Heavy metal content (Pb, Hg, Cr[Vl], Cd) None (none in packaging) 140 Printer Parts - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 155
, the margin 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 (0.20 in) on bottom, and 5 mm (0.20 in) on left and right sides is required. Printer Parts 141 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 156
not using the optional Media Take-up Unit when printing long documents such as banners, spread a clean cloth or paper on the oor. Use the Output Stacker to prevent the oor from soiling printed documents after they are printed. (→P.221) • If you prefer to wait for the ink to dry after printing and - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 158
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 size do not match, an error - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 159
Start printing. • Printing from Windows (→P.151) • Printing from Mac OS X (→P.152) • Printing from Mac OS 9 (→P.154) Printing procedure Note • You can skip steps 5 and 6 if a barcode has been printed on the roll paper and you have activated automatic detection of the remaining roll. The paper type - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 160
procedure Loading and Printing 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 161
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) • Printing from Mac OS X (→P.152) • Printing from Mac - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 162
you select a type of paper for which Media Width Detection is deactivated ( Off is 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 Paper Sizes (→P.175) or the Paper Reference Guide. (→P.169) 148 Basic - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 163
Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets The printer supports both rolls and sheets. Take advantage of each type of paper for a wide range of printing applications. Rolls and sheets • Media in spooled rolls is generally called Roll Media. Rolls can be used to print large photos - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 164
button. If you select Width Detection ON, change the Media Detailed Settings information for that paper and use the regular feeding method. 2. Keeping the right edge of the sheet aligned with the extended line of the paper alignment line (a) on the right side of the printer, load the sheet so that - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 165
Printing from Windows Print from the application software menu. Printing procedure Important • The Windows printer driver can be used in the following versions of Windows: • Windows 2000 (Professional or Server) • Windows XP (Home Edition or Professional) • Windows Server 2003 (Standard Edition) • - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 166
(or Print Center ). For instructions on registering the printer, see "Conguring the Printer Driver Destination (Macintosh)". (→P.639) Important • During this setup process, the printer will not be listed among available printers if it is off or disconnected. • By factory default, the AppleTalk - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 168
may interrupt the transfer 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.639) Important • During - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 169
basic printing options for the range of 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 Work - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 170
Driver (Windows) If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. Important • Always specify the same type and size of paper in the printer menu and printer driver. If the type and size do not match, an error message will be displayed and printing - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 171
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 "Printer Driver Settings (Windows)". (→P.507) Basic Printing - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 172
Printing procedure Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 173
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 printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 174
Printing procedure Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 175
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 printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 176
press the Stop button before printing starts Holding down the Stop button for a second or more before printing cancels the print job and brings the printer online. When the roll is selected as the paper source, the printer goes online, and when sheet is selected, the printer goes ofine. • If you - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 177
button for a second or more to stop printing. Do the following if no print jobs are shown in the printer window (because they have already been sent to the printer). 1. Double-click the taskbar icon to access the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor. 2. On the Printer Status sheet, click Cancel Job. Basic - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 178
Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS X You can cancel print jobs in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. 1. Click the printer icon in the Dock to display the printer window. 2. Click Stop Jobs to stop printing. In this window, you can cancel jobs sent to the printer. Note • The print job is - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 179
job to cancel and click Cancel Job to remove the print job. Canceling print jobs 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 180
Print Jobs from Mac OS 9 How to cancel print jobs varies depending on whether 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 181
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, hold down - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 182
Paper Handling Paper Paper Paper The printer supports the following paper. Types 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 Inner diameter of paper core Printing surface - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 183
es paper you can use with the Media Take-up Unit (optional). You can update paper information in the Paper Reference Guide , on the printer Control Panel, and in the printer driver by downloading the latest version of the Media Conguration Tool from the imagePROGRAF website. Note • The media types - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 184
Paper Reference Guide as follows. 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 - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 187
steps to access the imagePROGRAF website. Important • When you update paper information by using the Media Conguration Tool, the 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 - Canon iPF8100 | 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 default browser is started, and the imagePROGRAF webpage is displayed. Note • In Windows, you can also access the imagePROGRAF webpage by clicking the start menu, - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 189
meet the following conditions 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 mm (44 in) 60-in. Roll (1524mm) Borderless Printing (*1) No 1,067 mm (42 in - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 190
of the following sizes are supported. Paper size ISO A0 ISO A1 ISO A2 ISO A2+ ISO A3 E2) 27"x39" (ARCH E3) 24"x36" (ARCH D) 18"x24" (ARCH C) 12"x18" (ARCH B) 9"x12" (ARCH A) DIN C0 176 Handling Paper Dimensions 841 × 1,189 mm (33 × 47 in) 594 × 841 mm (23 × 33 in) 420 × 594 mm (16.5 × 23 in) 432 × - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 191
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 9, some size systems are not available by default. Follow the steps below to make them available. Windows: 1. Display the printer driver dialog box. 2. Click - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 192
• When in the process of replacing Ink Tanks Finish replacing the Ink Tanks before selecting the paper source. • If the Top Cover is open Close the Top Cover before selecting the paper source. After you select the roll as the paper source, a message is displayed instructing you to load the roll. At - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 193
. • 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, dirty, or sticky edges may cause feeding problems and affect the printing quality. Be careful - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 194
Handling rolls 2. With the edge of the roll paper facing forward as shown, insert the roll in the Roll Holder from 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. - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 195
from the Roll Holder. Important • After removal, store the roll in the original bag or box, away from high temperature, humidity, and direct sunlight. If paper is not stored properly, the printing surface may become scratched, which may affect the printing quality when you use it again. Handling - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 196
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.720) 1. Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide. 2. With the edge of the roll paper facing forward as shown, insert - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 197
, 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 the Roll Holder. 4. Lower the Ejection Guide. Handling Paper 183 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 198
rolls 5. While holding the 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 200
If you need to cut the roll, execute Paper Cutting on the Control Panel. (→P.193) • 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 are printed on the leading edge of rolls. If the document is not - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 201
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 after borderless printing or printing on small paper. • Setting CarriageScanWdth to Fixed on the Control - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 202
to use correctly before printing. • Because the printer ne-tunes the feed amount for each type of paper, the margins and the size of printed images may vary depending on the type of paper used. If margins and the size of images are not as you expected, adjust the paper feed amount and Printhead - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 203
length on the Display Screen if no barcode has been printed on the roll and you have activated automatic detection of the remaining roll paper. Select the roll length, and then press the OK button. The printer will automatically go online. 1. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU. 2. Press ▲ or - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 204
Handling rolls Feeding Roll Paper Manually You can bring the printer ofine 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 205
left. If this function is activated and barcodes are printed on the roll paper, the type of paper and amount left are automatically detected when you load a roll. The barcode will 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 206
Handling rolls Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically If the leading edge of a roll is crooked or warped, it may cause an 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 edge to make the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 207
following printer driver settings. Automatic Eject (→P.194) Choose this setting if you prefer not to have documents dropped immediately after printing, as when waiting for ink to dry. To cut the roll using the Cutter Unit , hold down the Stop button for a second or more. Eject Manual (→P.195 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 208
Eject (waiting for ink to dry after printing) Important • When cutting wide printed documents after ejection, have two people support the documents. If the paper drops, printed documents may be damaged. • Do not lift the paper when holding printed documents before cutting. If the paper rises, it may - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 209
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 position and then automatically stopped. 8. Cut - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 210
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 select Paper Cutting, and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 211
Rolls The printer is equipped with a function to reduce cutting dust for media such as Backlit Film that are more likely to generate debris when cut. This may improve printing quality and help prevent Printhead damage. You can set up this function to be activated for some types of paper. When this - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 214
Media Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select C Between Pages and D Between 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 - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 216
, 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 cutting. • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 217
both sides, pull the jammed portion out toward 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 218
, you can resume printing. Note • You can ensure that the edge is cut neatly by following the steps below. 1. Press the Online button to bring 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) 204 Handling - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 219
Stopper. If you want to prepare a few rolls with paper of various types and widths for different 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 - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 221
box from the operating system menu, changes you make to the settings will apply to all applications you use for printing. • You can also access the printer driver dialog box from applications. see "Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows)". (→P.539) Handling Paper 207 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 222
Sheet (Windows) (→P.516) , 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 . (→P.169) B Drying Time Specify the time that the printer waits for ink to dry - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 223
(→P.565) , 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 . (→P.169) B Drying Time Specify the time that the printer waits for ink to dry, as needed. The - Canon iPF8100 | 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.588) , 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 225
Feed Slot after you have selected sheets as the type of paper in the media 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 will occur when the roll is ejected. (→P.774) Note • You cannot - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 226
around the roll and tape it to fasten it. • If the Platen is dirty, clean inside the Top Cover. (→P.720) • 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 job from a computer beforehand, the type and size of - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 227
sheet with the leading edge of the Paper Alignment Line (d), as shown. When inserted, sheets are automatically held by suction against the Platen. Important • Load a sheet so that it is parallel to the Paper Alignment Line at right (c). Loading paper askew will cause an error. • Warped paper may rub - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 228
goes online and starts printing. If no print job has been received from the computer beforehand, the printer automatically shows a menu for selection of the paper type on the Display Screen. In this case, select the type of paper. (→P.215) Note • When using the Output Stacker, if you will print on - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 229
cause feed errors and affect the printing quality. • If you select a type of paper for which Media Width Detection is deactivated ( Off is selected), you must advance the paper manually to the position for printing. (→P.150) 5. Press the Online button to bring the printer online. Handling Paper 215 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 230
by using the Load/Eject button when print jobs are in progress or during the ink drying period. Before ejecting paper, press the Stop button to 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 231
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 paper. Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 232
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 the printer, and lower the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 233
Handling sheets for paper feed slots 7. 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. 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 234
button. If you select Width Detection ON, change the Media Detailed Settings information for that paper and use the regular feeding method. 2. Keeping the right edge of the sheet aligned with the extended line of the paper alignment line (a) on the right side of the printer, load the sheet so that - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 235
prevent printed documents from being held correctly, and it they may be scratched. • The 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 - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 237
in the front of the printer, be especially careful when using delicate paper or paper that curls easily. • With some types of paper, the leading edge may curl or bend during ejection. In this case, straighten out the paper. Printed documents may be damaged if the paper is curled or bent. • Some - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 240
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 using the optional Media Take-up Unit, position the Basket Cloth and Basket Rod so they do not interfere with the Media Take-up Sensor - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 242
-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 Reference Guide. • For Media Take-up Unit instructions, see "Using the Media Take-up Unit - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 243
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 Reference Guide. (→P.169) • For Media Take-up Unit instructions, see "Using the Media Take-up - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 244
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 before - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 245
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 Handling Paper 231 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 246
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 of the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 247
left and right. If there is a gap between the anges and paper core, repeat steps 2-4. 6. Load the Rewind Spool on the Media Take-up Unit so that the gear of the Rewind Spool (a) meshes with the gear of the Right Media Take-up Unit (b). Important • If you attempt to load the Rewind Spool - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 248
. With the left and right edges of the roll paper evenly taut, tape the middle to the paper core to fasten it. 11. Making sure the roll paper is not slack, tape the left and right side of the leading edge to the paper core. Note • When rewinding heavyweight paper, use strong adhesive tape to fasten - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 249
Online button to bring the printer ofine, and then press ▼ to loosen the tension of the roll. 13. On the Right Media Take-up Unit, pull the Rewind Mode Switch forward to turn it on. Press ▼ to rewind the roll so that it is nearly taut. Important • Rewind the paper so that the paper - Canon iPF8100 | 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 to Use 236 Handling Paper - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 251
Art Heavyweight Photo Paper , Fine Art Textured Paper , Canvas Matte , Fine Art Block Print , Fine Art Watercolor , Proong paper , Coated Paper , Heavyweight Coated Paper , Extra Heavyweight Coated Paper , Colored Coated Paper , Synthetic Paper , Adhesive Synthetic Paper , Backprint Film , Backlit - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 252
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 is in use, an icon indicating the take-up mode is shown on the Display Screen. 238 Handling Paper - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 253
-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 the outer circumference. 3. Remove - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 254
documents, they may fall on the oor and the printed surface may become soiled. 7. Hold the trailing edge of the printed document and press the ▼ button on the Media Take-up Unit to rewind the printed documents. Apply adhesive tape to the rewound paper to hold it in place, if necessary. Important - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 255
side of the Rewind Spool by lifting the lever (a) from the shaft side. Remove the ange. 11. Remove the entire paper core with the rewound printed documents from the Rewind Spool. Note • You can leave the Rewind Spool on the Media Take-up Unit even when it is not used for rewinding rolls. Handling - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 256
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 when you install the Media Conguration Tool from the User Software CD-ROM or if you change paper information by using - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 257
elements and colors to prioritize for printing. Note • Easy Settings are also available, providing convenient presets. To use the presets, simply choose the printing application. For details on Easy Settings, refer to the following topics. • Printing Photos and Images (Windows, Mac OS X) (→P.247 - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 259
an expanded color space ( Adobe RGB ). *1: Options suitable for the selected Print Priority are listed under Color Mode. *2: The order of options displayed varies depending on the operating system. *3: Adobe RGB is not available if an incompatible combination of the paper type and print quality is - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 260
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 following topics, as appropriate for - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 261
color settings Printing Photos and Images (Windows, Mac OS X) Printing is easy when you simply choose the print target. Easy Settings Simply choose the printing application in the list for optimal printing results. Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Print - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 262
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 Images (Windows) (→P.297) • Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS X) (→P.299) 248 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 263
monochrome photos in the neutral black image tone of conventional lm photographs. Settings optimized for printing in colors matching those of images created using the Adobe RGB color space. Settings optimized for printing posters mainly composed of photos and images. POP Ad Settings optimized for - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 264
printing scanned images with accurate color reproduction to match the original images. Settings optimized for high-speed draft printing. Caution • Depending on the Media Type setting, some Print Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing". (→P.243) • For instructions on printing photos and images, - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 265
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 Drawings and Text (Windows) (→P.284) • Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS X) (→P.286 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 266
values 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 line drawings and text, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 267
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 Documents (Windows) (→P.291) • Printing Ofce Documents (Mac OS X) (→P.293) • Printing Ofce Documents (Mac OS - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 268
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 in color. Monochrome (Photo) Grayscale - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 269
when using Windows 2000, Windows ICM function. The printer driver Windows XP, or Windows Server adjusts the colors. 2003/Windows Vista Host ICM Mode Color adjustment based on the standard Windows ICM function. Windows adjusts the colors. ColorSync Color adjustment based on the standard Mac OS - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 270
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 operating system. • Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 271
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 on Charts - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 272
setting, choose Monochrome . • Because color ink is used to produce gray continuous-tone images, the gray may appear to have a tinge of color. Fine-Tuning Monochrome Settings When Printing Photos (Windows) (→P.276) Fine-Tuning Monochrome Settings When Printing Photos (Mac OS X) (→P.278) Fine-Tuning - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 273
and Printing Conditions (Windows) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 274
in the F Print Quality list vary depending on the paper type. 8. Click 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 275
Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS X) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 276
displayed in the F Print Quality list 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 277
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.559) Enhanced - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 278
quality and color settings Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS 9) You can specify 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 279
displayed in the G Print Quality 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 - Canon iPF8100 | 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.585) 266 Enhanced Printing - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 281
(Windows) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 282
, 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 of printed images while keeping the darkest and lightest portions intact. G Contrast Adjust the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 283
sheet. Print quality and color settings 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.509) Enhanced Printing Options 269 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 284
of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to 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 - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 286
the Color Settings dialog box. 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 instructions on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.559 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 287
quality and color settings Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS 9) You can specify your own print 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 - Canon iPF8100 | 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 Settingsdialog box. 274 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 289
), and so on. Select the color tone in the color region or from the list. 12. Click OK to close the Color Settings dialog box. 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 con - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 290
box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. 5. Click D Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. 6. Click Monochrome (Photo) in the G Color Mode list. Note • Monochrome - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 291
the Color Settings dialog box. 10. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. 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 tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 292
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 to - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 294
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.559) 280 Enhanced Printing - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 295
quality and color settings Fine-Tuning Monochrome Settings When Printing Photos (Mac OS 9) 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. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Page - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 296
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 pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 297
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.585) Enhanced Printing Options 283 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 298
.5 in]) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: 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.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 299
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. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Windows)". (→P.507) 11 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 300
quality and color settings Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 301
Print quality and color settings 10. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. 11. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper Width 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 302
and color settings 12. Make sure C Page Size on the Page Setup pane shows the original size as specied in C Paper Size 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 303
quality and color settings Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 304
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.584) 13. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 305
) • Paper: Sheets • Paper type: 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.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 306
details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Windows)". (→P.507) 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 "Con - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 307
and color settings Printing Ofce Documents (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print ofce documents based on the following example. • Document: Ofce document created using word-processing or spreadsheet programs • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Sheets • Paper - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 308
ed in C Paper Size 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.558) 13. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 309
and color settings Printing Ofce Documents (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print ofce documents based on the following example. • Document: Ofce document created using word-processing or spreadsheet programs • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Sheets • Paper - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 310
and color settings 9. Access the 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.584) 12. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 311
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 Media Con - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 312
Roll Paper Width list. In this 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.507) 11. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For instructions - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 313
quality and color settings Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 314
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 Media Con - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 315
ed in C Paper Size 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.558) 14. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 316
quality and color settings Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 317
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 Media Con - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 318
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.584) 13. Conrm the print settings, and then click N Print to start - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 319
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 Media Con - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 320
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, 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 321
quality and color settings Printing 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 322
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 Media Con - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 323
ed in C Paper Size 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.558) 14. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 324
quality and color settings Printing Photos in Monochrome (Mac OS 9) 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 325
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 Media Con - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 326
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.584) 13. Conrm the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 327
them as desired. Enlarged/Reduced Printing Enlarge or reduce the original in the printer driver, as desired. Fit Media Size Enlarge or reduce the original to match the size of the paper you are using. For instructions on resizing originals to match the paper size, refer to the following topics - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 328
by enlarging or reducing them as desired. Enlarged/Reduced Printing Enlarge or reduce the original in the 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 on resizing originals to match the roll - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 329
of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired. Enlarged/Reduced Printing Enlarge or reduce the original in the printer driver, as desired. Scaling Enlarge or reduce originals by a particular amount, as desired. For instructions on entering a scaling value to resize originals, refer to the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 330
automatically. For instructions on printing enlargements of scanned originals from a Color imageRUNNER, refer to the following topic. • Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER (Windows) (→P.317) • Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER (Mac OS - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 332
utility, or refer to the Color imageRUNNER manual. Scanning the original and print an enlargement Follow the steps below to 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 333
and paper size), based on which originals transferred to the hot folder will be printed. Follow these steps to register and modify hot folders. 1. To display the GARO ExtraKit dialog box, either double-click the GARO ExtraKit icon after navigating to Applications - Canon Utilities - imagePROGRAF, or - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 334
Favorites button, refer to the Color imageRUNNER manual. Scanning the original and print an enlargement Follow the steps below to 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 335
in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. 5. Select the print target in the E Print Target list. 6. Click the Page Setup - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 336
than the paper size, the original is printed in the upper-left corner. In this case, you can center originals by selecting G Print Centered on the Layout sheet. 13. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 337
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 dialog box. 5. Choose Print in the application menu. 6. Access the Main pane. Enhanced - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 338
the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper Width 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 printer information. 324 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 339
paper size, the original is printed in the upper-left corner. In this case, you can center originals by selecting the J Print Centered check box. 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 340
size: 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]) 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 341
A Media Source list. 11. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll 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 printer information. Enhanced Printing - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 343
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, the original is printed in the upper-left corner. In this case - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 344
× 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • 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.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 345
the Roll Paper Width list and click OK. • Make sure the roll paper width you specify matches the width of the loaded roll. 11. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.509) Enhanced Printing Options 331 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 346
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 dialog box. 5. Choose Print in the application menu. 6. Access the Main pane. 7. In the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 347
sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper 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 printer information. Enhanced Printing Options 333 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 348
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, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.559) 334 Enhanced - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 349
enlarge originals before printing to match the roll paper width, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 350
. 11. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper 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 printer information. 336 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 351
case, ISO A4. 14. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 15. Click E Fit Roll Paper Width. 16. Conrm the print settings, and click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.585) Enhanced Printing Options 337 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 352
dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. 5. Select the printing application in the E Print Target list. 6. Click the Page Setup - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 353
Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 11. Select the D Fit Media Size check box. 12. Click ISO A3 in the G Media Size list. 13. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.509) Enhanced Printing Options 339 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 354
to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the paper size, 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 width: A2/A3 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 355
the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper Width 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 printer information. Enhanced Printing Options 341 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 356
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 the I Media Size list. 16. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 357
originals before printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 358
11. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper Width 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 printer information. 344 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 359
Printing check box. 15. Make sure D Fit Media Size is selected. 16. Click ISO A3 in the H Media Size list. 17. 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.585) Enhanced Printing - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 360
(0.39 in) wider and 28 mm (1.10 in) higher than the page size • Rolls: Load paper that is at least 10 mm (0.39 in) wider and 10 mm (0.39 in) higher than the page size • Paper larger than the maximum size supported by the printer cannot be used as paper for oversized printing. (→P.175) 346 Enhanced - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 361
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) (→P.358) • Printing at Full Size (Mac - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 362
printer driver. In this case, the paper can be printed without borders on the left and right sides only. After ejecting and cutting the printed document, use scissors to cut away the top and bottom edges. • By factory default, the ink drying time is disabled for all paper. When you are using paper - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 363
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 Printing at Actual Size (Windows - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 364
it ts inside the paper area to be printed on. 2. Choose Print in the application menu. 3. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.539) 4. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 5. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 365
Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 10. Select the B Borderless Printing Printing Method, click F Print Image with Actual Size. 14. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.509) Enhanced Printing - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 366
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 supported for borderless printing are indicated by "-Borderless." 4. Click F OK to - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 367
sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper 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 printer information. Enhanced Printing Options 353 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 368
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, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.559) 354 Enhanced - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 369
(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 D Print Area Setting, click H For Broderless Printing. 4. In the A Page Size list, choose a paper size supported for borderless printing. Here, click 10"x12 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 370
the paper size. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper 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 printer information. 356 Enhanced Printing - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 371
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 print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.585) Enhanced Printing Options 357 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 372
in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: 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.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 373
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 the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.509 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 374
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 printing, choose paper identied by the regular paper name followed by "- Oversize." 4. Click F OK to - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 375
the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper Width 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 printer information. Enhanced Printing Options 361 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 376
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 Print Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.559) 362 Enhanced - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 377
Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print at full size based on the following example. (Oversized Printing) • Document: Any type • Page size: 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 378
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, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.585) 364 Enhanced - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 379
printer driver. In this case, the paper can be printed without borders on the left and right sides only. After ejecting and cutting the printed document, use scissors to cut away the top and bottom edges. • By factory default, the ink drying time is disabled for all paper. When you are using paper - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 380
Printing Fit Media Size Enlarge or reduce the original to match the 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 381
printer driver. In this case, the paper can be printed without borders on the left and right sides only. After ejecting and cutting the printed document, use scissors to cut away the top and bottom edges. • By factory default, the ink drying time is disabled for all paper. When you are using paper - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 382
. For instructions on borderless printing of photos, images, and other documents to match the roll paper width, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) • Borderless Printing by - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 383
printer driver. In this case, the paper can be printed without borders on the left and right sides only. After ejecting and cutting the printed document, use scissors to cut away the top and bottom edges. • By factory default, the ink drying time is disabled for all paper. When you are using paper - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 384
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 Printing at Actual Size (Windows - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 385
it ts inside the paper area to be printed on. 2. Choose Print in the application menu. 3. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.539) 4. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 5. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 386
". 9. Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 10. Select the B Borderless Printing check box to display Printing Method, click F Print Image with Actual Size. 14. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 387
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 supported for borderless printing are indicated by "-Borderless." 4. Click F OK to - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 388
sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper 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 printer information. 374 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 389
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, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.559) Enhanced Printing Options 375 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 390
(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 D Print Area Setting, click H For Broderless Printing. 4. In the A Page Size list, choose a paper size supported for borderless printing. Here, click 10"x12 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 391
the paper size. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper 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 printer information. Enhanced Printing - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 392
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 print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.585) 378 Enhanced - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 393
of the paper size. Note • If you can specify the margin, 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 394
Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 10. Select the B Borderless Printing check box Printing Method, make sure E Scale to t Roll Paper Width is selected. 14. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 395
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 available in borderless printing if you resize originals to t the roll width. 4. Click F OK - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 396
12. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the 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 printer information. 382 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 397
. This ensures that F Fit Roll Paper Width is automatically selected in D Enlarged/Reduced Printing. 16. 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.559) Enhanced Printing Options 383 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 398
enlarge originals before printing to match the roll width, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 399
. 12. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper 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 printer information. Enhanced Printing Options 385 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 400
the G Borderless Printing check box. This ensures that E Fit Roll Paper Width is automatically selected in C Enlarged/Reduced Printing. 17. Conrm the print settings, and click N Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.585 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 401
of the paper size. Note • If you can specify the margin, 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 402
Paper in the L Media Source list. 10. Select the B Borderless Printing Printing Method, click D Fit Media Size. 14. Click Match Page Size in the G Media Size list. 15. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 403
to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before borderless printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 404
sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper 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 printer information. 390 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 405
, 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. Click E Fit Media Size under D Enlarged/Reduced Printing. 17. In I Media Size, click the paper size. In this case, click 10"x12" - Borderless. 18. Conrm the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 406
to enlarge originals before borderless printing to match the paper size, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 407
. 12. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper 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 printer information. Enhanced Printing Options 393 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 408
dialog box-in this case, 10"x12". 15. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 16. Select the G Borderless Printing check box. 17. Click D Fit Media Size under C Enlarged/Reduced Printing. 18. In H Media Size, click the paper size. In this case, click 10"x12" - Borderless. 19. Conrm the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 409
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 printing - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 410
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, as appropriate - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 411
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.539) 4. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 5. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case - Canon iPF8100 | 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 Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.509) 398 Enhanced - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 413
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.539) 4. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 5. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 415
X 10.4. The method of setting up non-standard paper sizes varies depending on the version of Mac OS X. 1. Create the document in the application. 2. Load the square paper (430 × 430 mm [16.9 × 16.9 in]) in the printer. 3. Choose Page Setup in the application menu to display the Page Attribute dialog - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 416
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 Setup pane. 17. Click Cut - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 417
Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS 9) This section describes how to print using Custom Media Size based on the following example. Here, you will register a non-standard paper size named "430*430" in Custom Media paper (430 × 430 mm [16.9 × 16.9 in]) in the printer. 3. Select the printer - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 418
. 13. Click I OK to close the dialog box. 14. Choose Print in the application menu. 15. Make sure the Main pane is displayed. 16. In the C Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. 17. After conrming that E Easy Settings is selected, click Scanned - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 419
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.585) Enhanced Printing Options - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 420
registered. 3. Print the banner, using the settings that correspond to banners. Registering a Custom Media Size This example 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 421
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 application. For more information, see "Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows)". (→P.397 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 422
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 display - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 423
roll in the Roll Paper Width list. 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.509) Note • If printing is unsuccessful, you may - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 424
Mac OS X 10.4. The method of setting up non-standard paper sizes varies depending on the version of Mac OS X. Register a Custom Page Size This example describes how to register and print using 3. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 4. Click Manage Custom Sizes in the C Paper Size list to - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 425
11. Click F OK to close the dialog box. Printing the banner Follow the steps below to print the banner using the corresponding banner settings. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Access the Main pane. 3. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 426
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 Printing check box. 10. Click F Fit Roll Paper Width. 11. Conrm - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 427
. 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 Attribute list to display the Media Design pane. 5. Enter a desired paper name in B Custom Name. "My Horizontal Banner" is used in this example - Canon iPF8100 | 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." - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 429
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 this case - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 430
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. 10. Select the C Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. 11. Click - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 431
on single sheets, you can create highly expressive presentation materials, easy-to-understand meeting materials, and a variety of other printed documents. Free Layout (Windows) Besides combining multiple pages in a single-page layout, you can combine originals from multiple les-even multiple source - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 432
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 Next to Each Other (Windows) (→P.426) • Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Mac - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 433
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. • Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Windows) (→P.430) • Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS X) (→P.431) • Printing Multiple - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 434
(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. • Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows) (→P.435) • Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS X) (→P.437) • Printing - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 435
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 system. • Printing Large Posters (Windows) (→P.422) • Printing Large Posters (Mac OS - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 436
Sheets ( 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 dialog box. (→P.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 437
ISO A2. 8. Click Manual in the L Media Source list. 9. Click the print. 3. Click OK to close the Pages to Print dialog box. 12. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For instructions on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.509) Enhanced Printing - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 438
Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Large Posters (Mac OS 9) You can enlarge an original to print it in sections on several sheets. By assembling the printed sheets, you can create a poster larger than the maximum supported paper size of the printer. This topic describes how to enlarge an - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 439
do not want to print. 15. Access the Finishing pane. 16. Click Cut Sheet in the A Media Source list. 17. 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.585) Enhanced Printing Options 425 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 440
Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) This topic 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.539) 3. Make sure the Main - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 442
Each Other (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 443
closing the Canon 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 Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout help topic. 5. Print from the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 444
-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.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, click the type of paper that is loaded. 5. Click the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 445
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 source application menu, choose Print. 6. Access the Main pane. 7. In the A Media Type list, click the type of - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 446
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.559) 432 Enhanced - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 447
available with rolls. It cannot be used when printing on sheets. • During banner printing, 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 448
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.585) 434 Enhanced - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 449
dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. 5. Select the printing application in the E Print Target list. 6. Click the Page Setup - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 450
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 Printing dialog box by clicking C Set. 13. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 451
Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print four pages of originals together on a single sheet based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: A3 (297.0 × 420.0 mm [11.7 × 16.5 in]) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 452
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 Source list. 438 Enhanced - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 453
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 box-in this case, ISO A3. 15. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips on conrming - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 454
how to print four pages of originals together on a single sheet based on the following example. • Document: Any Type • Page size: 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 455
the layout order and specify a boundary line for the four pages in J Layout Direction and K Page Border. 12. Access the Finishing pane. 13. Click Roll Paper in the A Media Source list. Enhanced Printing Options 441 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 456
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, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.585) 442 Enhanced - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 457
. For instructions on centering originals when printing on rolls, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows) (→P.445) • Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS X) (→P.447) • Printing Originals Centered - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 458
For instructions on centering originals when printing on sheets, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Windows) (→P.453) • Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS X) (→P.455) • Printing Originals Centered - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 459
the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. 5. Select the print target in the E Print Target list. 6. Click the Page Setup tab - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 460
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 settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 461
ISO A4. 4. Click F OK to close the dialog box. 5. Choose Print in the application menu. 6. Access the Main pane. 7. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. 8. Select the print target in the E Print Target list. Enhanced Printing Options 447 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 462
Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll 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 printer information. 448 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 463
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 conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.559) Enhanced - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 464
how to center originals before printing on rolls based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: 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 - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 466
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 • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.585 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 467
dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. 5. Select the printing application in the E Print Target list. 6. Click the Page Setup - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 468
. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.509) 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 469
OK to close the dialog box. 4. In the application software menu, choose Print. 5. Access the Main pane. 6. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. 7. Select the printing application in the E Print Target list. Enhanced Printing Options 455 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 470
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.559) Important • If you have selected Cut Sheet as the media source, follow the instructions on the printer control panel to enter the paper size - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 471
Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS 9) 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 ( Manual ) • Paper type: Plain Paper • Paper size: Non-standard 1. Choose Page Setup from the - Canon iPF8100 | 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 473
then click N Print to start printing. Centering originals Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.585) Important • If you have selected Cut Sheet as the media source, follow the instructions on the printer control panel to enter the paper size - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 474
the roll paper width after rotation, use this function with Scale to t Roll Paper Width to print rotated pages. For tips on conserving roll paper, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Windows - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 475
computer and operating system. • Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Windows) (→P.462) • Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS X) (→P.464) • Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 476
in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: 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.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 477
Click Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 8. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper Width list- Paper) check box. 11. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.509) Enhanced Printing - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 478
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)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A3 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 479
Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in B Roll Paper 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 printer information. Enhanced Printing Options 465 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 480
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 • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.559 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 481
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)/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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 482
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 start printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 483
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.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 484
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. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.509) 470 Enhanced - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 485
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 close the dialog box. 5. Choose Print in the application menu. 6. Access the Main pane. 7. In the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 486
Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in B Roll Paper 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 printer information. 472 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 487
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 • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.559 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 488
Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to conserve roll paper by rotating originals 90 degrees before printing, based on the following example. • Document: Any type • Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper conserve paper. 1. Select the printer in - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 489
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 printing. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 490
CAD applications. For instructions on CAD printing, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Printing Line Drawings and Text (Windows) (→P.284) • Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS X) (→P.286) • Printing Line Drawings and Text (Mac OS 9) (→P.252 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 491
.5 in]) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: 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.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 492
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. Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Windows)". (→P.507) 11 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 493
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. Print in the application menu. 6. Access the Main pane. 7. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 494
the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper Width 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 printer information. 480 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 495
ed in C Paper Size 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.558) 14. Conrm the print settings, and then click M Print to start printing. Note • For - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 496
and Text (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print line drawings based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 497
11. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper Width 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 printer information. Enhanced Printing Options 483 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 498
. For details on available printing conditions, see "Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.584) 13. 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.585) 484 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 499
• Watermarks are supported in Windows and Mac OS 9. • In addition to the provided watermarks, you can create up to 50 original watermarks in Windows. In Mac OS 9, you can use up to 50 original watermarks including the watermarks provided. For detailed instructions on printing with watermarks, refer - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 500
image of the original is printed. For instructions on specifying the original orientation before printing, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) (→P.495) • Making the Original - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 501
Mac OS 9.) For instructions on using favorites to print, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Using Favorites (Windows) (→P.514) • Using Favorites (Mac OS X) (→P.572) • Using Favorites (Mac OS 9) (→P.596) Cutting Roll Paper After Printing Roll paper - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 502
and operating system. • imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In for Photoshop Guide (Windows) • imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In for Photoshop 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 503
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.529) Enhanced Printing Options 489 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 504
Roll Paper After Printing (Windows) This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically (using the 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 505
Paper After Printing (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically (using the auto 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 506
Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. 10. Click C Set to display the Media Detailed Settingsdialog 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 507
Paper After Printing (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to cut roll paper automatically (using the auto 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 508
Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. 10. Click D Set to display the Media Detailed Settingsdialog 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 509
dialog box, and then open the printer driver dialog box. (→P.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. 5. Select the printing application in the E Print Target list. 6. Click the Page Setup - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 510
Roll Paper in the L Media Source list. 10. Select the width of the loaded roll in the M Roll Paper Width list-in this case, ISO A2/A3 Roll (420.0mm). 11. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.509 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 511
useful settings Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print an original in landscape orientation after matching the paper Attribute dialog box. 2. Select the printer in the B Format for list. 3. In the C Paper Size, click the size of the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 512
the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper Width 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 printer information. 498 Enhanced Printing Options - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 513
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 "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS X)". (→P.559) Enhanced Printing Options 499 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 514
useful settings Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print an original in landscape orientation after matching the paper • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Plain Paper • Roll paper width: A2/A3 roll (420.0 mm [16.5 in]) 1. Select the printer in - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 515
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, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.585) Enhanced Printing Options 501 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 516
.4 in]) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: 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.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 4. In the A Media Type - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 517
, 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 print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.509) Enhanced Printing Options 503 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 518
Other useful settings Printing with Watermarks-COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to print ofce documents with a watermark (in this case, "FILE COPY") based on the following example. • Document: CAD drawing • Page size: A2 (420.0 × 594.0 mm [16.5 × 23.4 in]) • Paper: - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 519
11. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the B Roll Paper Width 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 printer information. Enhanced Printing Options 505 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 520
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 "Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.584) 15. Conrm the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 521
Box from the Operating System Menu (Windows) (→P.206) For information on the Windows printer driver settings, refer to the following topics. • Main Sheet (Windows) (→P.516) You can specify the media type, color processing, print quality, print preview, and other settings. Choose Easy Settings - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 522
Windows • Support Sheet (Windows) (→P.527) You can view support information and the user's manual. • Device Settings Sheet (Windows) (→P.528) You can display settings for optional equipment installed on the printer and see the printer driver version. imagePROGRAF Free Layout is a feature for freely - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 523
orientation, page layout, borderless printing selection, color mode, and other settings information. The page size, paper size, and method and percentage of enlargement or reduction are displayed. Illustrations indicate the media source, orientation, borderless printing selection, and other settings - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 524
the original just as it will be printed. When you activate this feature, PageComposer is launched before printing. Conrming how documents will be printed this way helps prevent printing errors. For details on print previews, see "Previewing Images Before Printing (Windows)". (→P.511) 510 Software - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 525
Previewing Images Before Printing (Windows) This topic describes 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.539) 3. Make sure the Main sheet - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 526
on the Main Sheet (Windows) (→P.516) , click Get Information 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 527
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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 528
how to register favorites and print using favorite settings. Registering a favorite Follow the 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.539 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 529
Windows Printing using the favorite Follow the steps below to print using the favorite you have registered. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.539) 3. Click the Favorites tab to display the Favorites - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 530
on the print target, or switch to Advanced Settings to complete more detailed settings as desired. Conguration using Easy Settings Setting Item A Media Type Description Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide . (→P.169 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 531
Setting Item M Status Monitor N About S Defaults Windows Description Click to start imagePROGRAF Status Monitor , which enables you to conrm the status of the printer and print jobs. You can also set up email notication if printer errors occur by completing the Email Notice settings. For details, - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 532
Windows Conguration using Advanced Settings Setting Item A Media Type Description Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 533
Setting Item M Status Monitor N About S Defaults Windows Description Click to start imagePROGRAF Status Monitor , which enables you to conrm the status of the printer and print jobs. You can also set up email notication if printer errors occur by completing the Email Notice settings. For details, - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 534
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 "Paper Sizes". (→P.175) B Borderless Printing Borderless printing is available if Roll Paper is selected in the L Media Source - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 535
specify Yes or No and Print Cut Guideline . Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (→P.487) Click to display the Media Size Options dialog box, which enables you to register additional paper sizes or select the size system for use. Restores all settings on the sheet to the default values. Software 521 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 536
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) Printing Posters - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 537
Setting Item M Special Settings S Defaults Windows 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. Software 523 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 538
Windows) (→P.516) , select Monochrome (Photo) by Color Mode in Advanced Settings, and then click Color Settings. • Monochrome (Photo) is not available for all types of paper. Setting Item Description A Sample The image at left is updated the brightness if the printed document is lighter or - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 539
items, refer to the printer driver help. Setting Item A Favorites B Settings Details C Comment D Apply Favorite E Application Settings Priority F Delete G Edit H Add Description Printing favorites you have created are listed with Default Settings favorites. Using Favorites (→P.487) Displays - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 540
Utility 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 • Head alignment adjustment • Feed amount adjustment B Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Click to - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 541
information and the user's manual. Windows Button A Support Information B User Manual C Settings Summaries Corresponding 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 542
Device Settings Sheet (Windows) Many settings items on the printer 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 543
multiple applications, creating a poster layout for printing. Important • 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.539) 3. Make sure the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 544
in the PosterArtist 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 545
created in Photoshop • 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) Windows Important • In Photoshop, select no color-matching. • In the printer driver settings, select Driver Matching Mode and choose Adobe RGB in - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 546
Windows 8. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Glossy Photo Paper. 9. Click D Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. 10. Click Image in the E Print Priority list. 11. Select the print quality in the F Print Quality list. Note • Options - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 547
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), and then click OK. 22. Conrm the print settings and print as desired. Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Windows)". (→P.509 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 548
each media source is identied. You can also check to see if paper has run out. • This way, the utility enables you to check printer information and take care of printer maintenance for optimal printing results. • You can also set up automatic email notication of any printer problems or errors to - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 549
Windows imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility is a utility to establish communication between the printer and your computer by completing relevant settings. After the printer is installed, for example, you can use imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility to complete the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 550
rights equivalent to the "Administrator" account. 1. Insert the User Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 2. On the Setup Menu window, click Install Individual Software. 3. Click Install in imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to proceed with the installation - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 551
Conguring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility From a computer running Windows, you can use imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility provided with the printer to congure the printer's IP address. This topic describes how to congure the IP address using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 552
Windows Digital Photo Front-Access Digital Photo Front-Access is an application that links photos from Canon digital cameras and other image Photo Front-Access can help you manage images in many ways from editing to printing as an effective way to work with other applications. • Digital Photo Front- - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 553
Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows) 1. Choose Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. 2. Select the printer, and then display the printer driver dialog box. Windows Note • The dialog box for specifying printing conditions varies - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 554
. Because these are sizes you specify temporarily in the printer driver, the sizes will not be available 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 555
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. Windows 3. Click Printing Preferences to display the Printing Preferences dialog box, - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 556
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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 557
Sheet: Color (Windows) In general, make any needed adjustments to the color of documents in the 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 558
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. If an original - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 559
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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 560
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) 546 Software - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 561
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 Matching Method C Setting Method D Print Chart Description Select the color matching mode to use, as desired. Here, select - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 562
Chart. Setting Item A Printer 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 563
sheet for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. Note • To display the Color Adjustment sheet, on the Main Sheet (Windows) (→P.516) , click Color Settings by Color Mode in Advanced Settings. Setting Item Description A Preview The image at left is updated to reect - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 564
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 an original comprises images, graphics, and text, you can - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 565
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) (→P.511) • Previewing Images Before Printing (Mac - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 566
Sheet (Windows) (→P.516) , 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 . (→P.169) B Drying Time Specify the time that the printer waits for ink to dry - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 567
box, on the Page Setup Sheet (Windows) (→P.520) , 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 568
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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 569
utility, or refer to the Color imageRUNNER manual. Scanning the original and print an enlargement Follow the steps below to 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 570
Settings dialog box, on the Layout Sheet (Windows) (→P.522) , click Special Settings. Setting Item Description A FineZoom Settings This function is used in large-format printing. Normally, choose Auto . If documents are not printed correctly on large-format media, it may help to select Yes , and - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 571
View Settings dialog box, on the Main Sheet (Windows) (→P.516) , click View Settings by Print Target. Setting Item Description A Print Target Shows all Print Target options (settings items for the printing application). B Name Identies the item selected in Print Target by its name and an icon - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 572
sent to the printer. • Support Pane (Mac OS X) (→P.572) You can view support information and the user's manual. With the imagePROGRAF Free Layout feature, you can arrange originals from various source applications on a single page before printing. For details, see the Free Layout Guide . With the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 573
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 selection, color mode, and other settings information. Under this, the page - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 574
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 printing errors. For details on print previews, see "Previewing Images Before Printing (Mac OS X)". (→P.563) 560 Software - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 575
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 Before Printing (Mac OS X) (→P.562) Software 561 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 576
X Checking the Layout Before Printing (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to check the layout before printing using the Preview function. 1. Choose Print in the application menu. 2. Click PDF and select Canon imagePROGRAF Preview. 3. The Canon imagePROGRAF Preview window is displayed. 4. Check the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 577
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 click - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 578
OS X) (→P.565) , 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 . 564 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 579
the printer driver settings for the media source and media type. Click to display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box for ink drying time and other detailed settings based on the paper type. Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. Printing Photos and Images (Windows, Mac OS - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 580
Item A Media Type B Get Information C Set E Print Priority F Print Quality H Color Mode I Set J Unidirectional Printing K High-Precision Printing L Printer Information Description Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 581
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 Type in the Main pane. B Roll Paper Width Displays the paper width of the roll loaded in the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 582
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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 583
maintenance for the printer. • Nozzle (ink ejecting outlet) cleaning • Head alignment adjustment • Feed amount adjustment Click to start imagePROGRAF Printmonitor , which enables you to view the status of print jobs. C Set Click to complete the settings for Auto Arrange or Color imageRUNNER - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 584
Mac OS X) (→P.565) , select Monochrome (Photo) by Color Mode in Advanced Settings, and then click Color Settings. • Monochrome (Photo) is not available for all types of paper. Setting Item Description A Sample The image at left is updated the brightness if the printed document is lighter or - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 585
following settings are available on the Additional Settings pane. Mac OS X Setting Item A Data Send Method Description Choose how print data is sent to the printer. • B Send Print Data Immediately to Printer • C Send All Print Data as Batch to Printer D Send job to Click to display the Send job - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 586
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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 587
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 Photoshop documentation. 2. Choose Print with - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 588
displayed in the F Print Quality list vary depending on the paper type. 11. Click Color in the 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 589
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"x12". 21. Conrm the print settings, and click M Print to start printing. Note • For tips - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 590
(Macintosh) imagePROGRAF Printmonitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs. • Printer status can be checked in real time on a computer monitor. • You can check the status of print jobs, cancel jobs, and manage them as needed. • If a printer error occurs, you - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 591
of the desired printer is not shown in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor, select the printer again as follows. 1. Make sure the printer is on and connected to 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 592
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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 593
Mac OS X Color Settings Pane: Color (Mac OS X) In general, make any needed adjustments to the color of documents in the 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 594
that suits the document to be printed. Various Matching Method options are available depending on 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) 580 Software - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 595
Adjustment pane for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. Note • To display the Color Adjustment pane, on the Main Pane (Mac OS X) (→P.565) , click Color Settings in Advanced Settings. Setting Item Description A Preview The image at left is updated to reect any - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 596
(→P.565) , 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 . (→P.169) B Drying Time Specify the time that the printer waits for ink to dry, as needed. The - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 597
View Settings dialog box, on the Main Pane (Mac OS X) (→P.565) , click View Settings by Print Target. Setting Item Description A Print Target Shows all Print Target options (settings items for the printing application). B Name Identies the item selected in Print Target by its name and an icon - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 598
the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS 9) (→P.603) For information on the Mac OS 9 printer driver settings, refer to the following topics. • Main Pane (Mac OS 9) (→P.588) You can specify the number of copies, page range, media type, color processing, print quality, and print preview - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 599
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 selection, color mode, and other settings information. Under this, the page - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 600
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 printing errors. For details on print previews, see "Previewing Images Before Printing (Mac OS 9)". (→P.587) 586 Software - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 601
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 click - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 602
of "1-999." Specify the pages to print. • All Pages • From and To Select the 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 box for ink drying time and other detailed settings - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 603
of "1-999." Specify the pages to print. • All Pages • From and To Select the 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 box for ink drying time and other detailed settings - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 604
OS 9 Page Setup Pane (Mac OS 9) The following settings 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 605
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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 606
Main Pane (Mac OS 9). (→P.588) B Roll Paper Width Displays the paper width of the roll loaded in the printer. Unknown is displayed if the printer cannot detect the roll paper width. C Watermark Activating this option makes two settings available, D Watermarks and E Edit Watermark . Printing With - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 607
Mac OS 9) (→P.588) , select Monochrome (Photo) by Color Mode in Advanced Settings, and then click Color Settings. • Monochrome (Photo) is not available for all types of paper. Setting Item Description A Sample The image at left is updated the brightness if the printed document is lighter or - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 608
Mac OS 9 Device Settings Pane (Mac OS 9) The following settings are available on the Device Settings pane. 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 609
Settings 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 610
Mac OS 9 Using Favorites (Mac OS 9) This topic describes how to register favorites and print using favorite settings. Registering a favorite Follow the steps below to save the current print settings as a favorite. 1. Select the printer in Chooser. 2. Choose Print the printer driver help. 596 Software - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 611
7. Conrm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. Mac OS 9 Note • For tips on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.585) Software 597 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 612
Adobe RGB color space. Note • Photoshop CS2 is used in this example. • For instructions on creating Adobe RGB images, refer to the Photoshop documentation. 2. In the Photoshop menu, choose Print. 3. Make sure the Main pane is displayed. 4. In the C Media Type list, select the type of paper that is - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 613
Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Mac OS 9 6. Click Image in the F Print Priority list. 7. Select the print quality in the G Print Quality list. Note • Options displayed in the G Print Quality list vary depending on the paper type. 8. Click Color in the H Color Mode list. 9. Click I Set - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 614
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 on conrming print settings, see "Conrming Print Settings (Mac OS 9)". (→P.585) 600 Software - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 615
(Macintosh) imagePROGRAF Printmonitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs. • Printer status can be checked in real time on a computer monitor. • You can check the status of print jobs, cancel jobs, and manage them as needed. • If a printer error occurs, you - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 616
of the desired printer is not shown in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor, select the printer again as follows. 1. Make sure the printer is on and connected to 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 617
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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 618
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. 604 Software - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 619
Mac OS 9 Color Settings Pane: Color (Mac OS 9) In general, make any needed adjustments to the color of documents in the 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 620
Mac OS 9 Setting Item I Gray Tone J Object Adjustment Description Adjust the color tone of grays as desired. Choose 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 621
that suits the document to be printed. Various Matching Method options are available depending on 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) Software 607 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 622
pane for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. Note • To display the Color Adjustment pane, on the Main Pane (Mac OS 9) (→P.588) , click Color Settings by Color Mode in Advanced Settings. Setting Item Description A Preview The image above is updated to reect - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 623
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 an original comprises images, graphics, and text, you - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 624
driver help. Note • To display the Media Detailed Settings dialog box, on the Main Pane (Mac OS 9) (→P.588) , 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 625
Special Settings dialog box, on the Additional Settings Pane (Mac OS 9) (→P.595) , click Special Settings. Setting Item Description A Fast Graphic Process If image colors are inconsistent in printed documents or if lines are printed in varying thicknesses, clearing this option may help produce - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 626
Settings dialog box, on the Main Pane (Mac OS 9) (→P.588) , click View Settings by Print Target. Setting Item Description A Print Target Shows all Print Target options (settings items for the printing application). B Name Identies the item selected in Print Target by its name and an icon - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 627
operating systems Note • The printer cannot be used over a LocalTalk network. • Compatible with EtherTalk Phase 2. • Printing over a NetWare network • Compatible servers • Novell NetWare 4.2/5.1/6.0 • Compatible clients • Windows 2000 (Professional or Server) • Windows XP (Professional) • Compatible - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 628
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 (EtherTalk) or TCP/IP, using Bonjour(Zeroconf) functions. • Example - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 629
'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 congure the IP address by using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility, the printer Control Panel, or ARP or PING commands, if the IP address is - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 630
to display the Network page. 5. Click Reset to Default settings in the lower-right corner of the Network Interface group. 6. After conrming the message, click OK to restore the network settings to the default values. Note • You can also use imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility or the Control Panel to - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 631
Specify the printer's 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 632
Setting Item RAW Printing Details Activate this setting to use Raw On Printing. Default Setting SMTP Server 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 633
IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel This topic describes how to congure the printer's IP printer. 9. Press the Online button to bring the printer online. If any of the settings are changed, a message for conrmation is displayed. In this case, press the OK button. Note • If an error message - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 634
press the ► button. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Status Print, and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. The MAC address is indicated in the printer status information in the following location. 2. In Windows, open a command prompt or MS-DOS prompt, or in - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 635
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" is the letter "l". • In Mac OS X when using mask and default gateway will be set to "0.0.0.0."Use RemoteUI to change the subnet mask and default gateway to match - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 636
device password. (0-15 characters) Default Setting (Blank) New Password Enter a new password. (0-15 characters) (Blank) Conrm Enter the new password again to conrm it. (0-15 characters) (Blank) Besides entering a password, you can specify other security-related information, such as use of - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 637
can display the ink levels, check error messages and other status information, and cancel print jobs. • By factory default, the English screen Use Netscape Navigator/Communicator 6.0 or later, Internet Explorer 5.01 or later, or Firefox 1.5 or later as a web browser. In Mac OS X, you can also use - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 638
on your mobile phone or at your computer. Use the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) function to set up email recipients and message timing. Besides being informed of nished print jobs or errors, you can also complete settings for email notication when service is needed or it's time to replace - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 639
Server Password Polling Interval Details Default Setting Specify the type of frame to use in NetWare. Disabled Activate this setting to use On NCP Burst Mode. This mode supports fast data transfer when printing in queue server mode. Normally, leave the setting On. Choose the print service - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 640
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 626 Network Setting - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 641
. • For instructions on installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility, see "Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility". (→P.536) Specifying the frame type using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility 1. Start imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility. 2. In the list of printers, select the printer to congure - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 642
use, and then press the OK button. Return to the NetWare menu. 8. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print Service, 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 643
• If you use NWADMIN to congure the print service settings, Novell Client (the Novell NetWare client software) must be installed as the client software application. • NetWare networking is unsupported in Windows Vista. This topic gives instructions for conguring NetWare print services. The order - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 644
(Windows) Using NWADMIN or PCONSOLE to set up the print server Use NWADMIN to set up the print server if NDS queue server mode or remote 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 Quick - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 645
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 displayed, choose Yes and press the Enter key. 5. Set a password. 1. In Available Options, select Print Servers and press the Enter - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 646
In Print Server Password, enter the password of the print server created in Specifying NetWare Print Services. (→P.629) 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 647
3. In Print Server Password, enter the password of the print server created in Specifying NetWare Print Services. (→P.629) 4. In Polling Interval, specify the interval at which the printer checks the NetWare print queue. • If you have selected NPrinter: Remote Printer Mode (Using a NDS Print Server - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 648
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 settings. 6. Follow these steps to congure the printer port. 1. Open the Printers and Faxes (or Printers ) window - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 649
) 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 printer on a TCP/IP - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 650
rights equivalent to the "Administrator" account. 1. Insert the User Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 2. On the Setup Menu window, click Install Individual Software. 3. Click Install in imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to proceed with the installation - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 651
Conguring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility From a computer running Windows, you can use imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility provided with the printer to congure the printer's IP address. This topic describes how to congure the IP address using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 652
click Logon. 3. If a password has been set on the printer, enter the password. 4. Click Network in Mac OS 9 or Printer Setup Utility (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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 653
(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 AppleTalk network, see - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 654
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, you can also specify the object name used by AppleTalk, as well as the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 655
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 displayed. Network Setting 641 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 656
Mac OS X. 1. In System Preferences, click Network to display the Network window. 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 printer name is not displayed in Printer - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 657
Network Setting (Macintosh) 7. Select the printer from the list in the Printer Browser window and click Add. Network Setting 643 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 658
congured correctly. • Conguring the IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel (→P.619) 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 659
Setting (Macintosh) 5. Click OK to close the IP Address Register/Edit dialog box. 6. In the Destination list, click the address you registered. 7. Close the Chooser window and click OK after the conrmation message is displayed. Network Setting 645 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 660
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 Printer Setup Utility (or Print Center ) in the Utilities folder. 3. Click Add to display the Printer Browser window - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 661
5. In the list of connection methods, click Canon IP(iPF). Network Setting (Macintosh) 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. Network Setting 647 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 662
on the printer. The printer name as displayed in Chooser in Mac OS 9 or Printer Setup Utility (or Print Center ) in Mac OS X is predened as 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 663
Network Setting (Macintosh) 4. Select the printer from the list in the Printer Browser window and click Add. Network Setting 649 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 664
nozzles or colors if you have switched the printhead or if you want printed documents to appear as vivid as possible. We recommend using Advanced Adj. for printing at a higher level of image quality. • Always make sure the loaded paper matches the media type setting on the printer. Adjustment cannot - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 665
MENU. Adjusting the Printhead 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Auto Head Adj., and pattern is printed for printhead adjustment. After reading the pattern, the printer automatically adjusts the Printhead alignment. Maintenance 651 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 666
. You can adjust the Printhead alignment automatically or manually. Normally, choose automatic adjustment. If using special media or printing does not improve even after performing automatic adjustment using advanced adjustment, try manual adjustment. For instructions on automatic adjustment, see - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 667
8. Examine test pattern D-1 for printhead adjustment. After you determine the pattern with straight lines, press ▲ or ▼ to choose the pattern number, and Setting, and then press the ► button. 12. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. The printer goes online. Maintenance 653 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 668
▲ or ▼ to select Paper Details, and then press the ► button. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the ► button. 4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Head Height, and then press the ► button. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the Printhead height, and then press the OK button. 654 Maintenance - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 669
eliminate streaks, or when using paper other than genuine 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 adjustment, see "Adjusting the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 670
. is selected. When using a roll, load a roll 10 inches (254 mm) or wider. • Setting 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 • Always make sure the loaded paper matches the media type setting. Adjustment cannot - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 671
• 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 print job. However, if you adjust the feed amount (manually or automatically), the Fine Band Adj. value is reset to 0. Maintenance 657 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 672
the amount that paper is fed. This topic describes how to adjust the feed amount manually. When using highly transparent media for which automatic adjustment is not supported, adjust the feed amount manually. We recommend automatic adjustment for other types of media. For instructions on automatic - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 673
, and then press the OK button. The feed amount is adjusted, and the printer goes online. If printed documents are still affected by uneven contrast or banding in different colors at regular intervals after this adjustment, you can adjust the feed amount during printing. (→P.660) Maintenance 659 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 674
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 print job. However, if you adjust the paper feed amount (automatically or manually), the Fine Band Adj. value is reset to 0. 660 Maintenance - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 675
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 Menu button - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 676
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 ▼ to select Paper Details, and then press the ► button - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 677
Sheet in the Printer (→P.212) Adjusting the feed amount Note • When loading paper, specify the correct paper type. When the paper type is not specied, the printing quality may be affected without the correct adjustment of the feeding. • We recommend using the type of paper you use most often for - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 678
After Printhead replacement • If colors seem different from before (however, make sure you are printing under the same conditions and in the same printing environment) • When consistent color is desired from multiple printers (in this case, also use the same version of rmware and printer driver and - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 679
to any type of paper. To apply the results of color calibration, perform color calibration again using paper supported in the newly selected region and compatible with color calibration. See the Media Conguration Tool Guide (Windows) or Media Conguration Tool Guide (Macintosh) Maintenance 665 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 680
adjustment of the color of documents as printed applying color calibration, adjust the color in the printer driver. (→P.254) • You can check when color calibration was executed and what paper was used from Status Print, imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (in Windows) or imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (on - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 681
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 automatically. After adjustment is complete, the printer goes online or ofine automatically. Maintenance 667 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 682
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 on Charts - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 683
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 the User - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 684
Print Quality is set to Highest or High. 7. Click Color in the G Color Mode list. 8. Click H Color Settings to display the Color Settings dialog box. 9. Click the Matching tab to display the Matching sheet. 10. Click Ambient Light Matching Mode (Kyuanos) in the A Matching Mode list. 670 Maintenance - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 685
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, determine the number of the set of images on the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 686
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. 672 Maintenance - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 687
Tool, refer to the provided instructions. 2. Choose Print in the application menu. 3. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box. (→P.539) 4. Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. 5. In the A Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded (for - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 688
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 display the Color Settings dialog box. 10. Click the Matching tab to display the Matching sheet. 11 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 689
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 675 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 690
Color adjustment Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows) 1. Choose Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. 2. Select the printer, and then display the printer driver dialog box. Note • The dialog box for specifying printing conditions - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 691
temporarily in the printer driver, the sizes will not be available 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 677 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 692
Ink Tanks Ink Tanks Ink Tanks An Ink Tank that can be used in the printer is labeled with a white letter "H" in a black circle on the side. When purchasing an Ink Tank, make sure an "H" is printed on the label, along with the following Ink Tank part numbers. • 330 ml (11.2 oz) • MBK Ink Tank PFI- - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 693
• Y Ink Tank PFI-701Y • PC Ink Tank PFI-701PC • PM Ink Tank PFI-701PM • R Ink Tank PFI-701R • G Ink Tank PFI-701G • B Ink Tank PFI-701B • GY Ink Tank PFI-702GY • PGY Ink Tank PFI-702PGY Ink Tanks Note • For instructions on replacing Ink Tank, see "Replacing Ink Tanks". (→P.680) Maintenance 679 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 694
the Ink Tank 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 may be uneven if you replace the ink during a print job. How to Replace the Ink Tank 1. Make sure the printer is ready for Ink Tank - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 695
the Ink Tank. If 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 696
Lamp ashes quickly if there is no ink left. 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 Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then push it - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 697
. Ink Tanks 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. • Dispose of used Ink Tanks according to local regulations. Maintenance 683 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 698
Lamp ashes quickly if there is no ink left. 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 Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then push it - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 699
remove it, and press the OK button. Ink Tanks 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 according to local regulations. Maintenance 685 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 700
. This may cause stains, damage the Ink Tank, and affect printing quality. • Avoid dropping the Ink Tank after removing it 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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 701
not t in the holder, do not force it into the holder. Make sure the color of the Ink Tank Lock Lever matches the color of the Ink Tank, and check the orientation of the Ink Tank before reloading it. 4. Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then push it down until it clicks into place - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 702
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 Ink Tank Lock Lever may not be closed completely. Make sure every Ink Tank Lock Lever is fully closed. 688 Maintenance - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 703
. This may cause stains, damage the Ink Tank, and affect printing quality. • Avoid dropping the Ink Tank after removing it 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 689 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 704
not t in the holder, do not force it into the holder. Make sure the color of the Ink Tank Lock Lever matches the color of the Ink Tank, and check the orientation of the Ink Tank before reloading it. 4. Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then push it down until it clicks into place - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 705
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 Ink Tank Lock Lever may not be closed - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 706
to replace the Ink Tank, replace the Ink Tank. If a message is displayed indicating to check the remaining ink levels, or after tasks that consume a lot of ink such as large-format printing or head cleaning, check the remaining levels and replace Ink Tank as needed. (→P.680) 692 Maintenance - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 707
a message regarding Ink Tank replacement is shown on the Display Screen, and printing is disabled. Replace the Ink Tank at this point. Before print jobs and maintenance that consume a lot of ink If little ink is left, there may not be enough for large-format printing, head cleaning, and maintenance - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 708
printing is faint or streaked in different colors, make sure the Printhead nozzles are clear by printing a test pattern to check the nozzles. Clean the Printhead if the printed test pattern was faint. For instructions on cleaning the Printhead, see "Cleaning the Printhead". (→P.696) 694 Maintenance - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 709
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 checking on the top line in each color, and the Printhead R prints the test pattern on the bottom line. If the horizontal - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 710
Head Cleaning A, try Head Cleaning B. If this does not solve the 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 dealer. Caution • Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge or Ink - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 711
Replacing the Printhead When to replace the Printhead This printer uses two Printheads. Replace one or both Printheads in the following situations. • If the printing quality does not improve even after two cycles of Head Cleaning B from the printer menu Replace both Printheads in the following - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 712
. Be sure to specify the correct Printhead. Ink is now absorbed. After about three minutes, a message is shown on the Display Screen instructing you to open the Top Cover. 7. Open the Top Cover. Instructions are now shown on the Display Screen regarding Printhead replacement. 698 Maintenance - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 713
Printheads 8. If the Carriage Cover is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it 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. Maintenance 699 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 714
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 Fixer Lever forward all the way to open it completely. 700 Maintenance - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 715
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 touching these parts. Note • Dispose of the used Printhead according to local regulations. Maintenance 701 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 716
. • Never touch the ink supply section (d). This may cause printing problems. • The inside surface of Safety Cap 2 (b) is coated with ink to protect the nozzles. Handle it carefully to avoid touching the nozzles or spilling ink. Spilled ink may cause stains. The Printhead contains ink to protect the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 717
the printhead rmly into the Carriage, ensuring that the nozzles and metal contacts do not touch the carriage. 17. Pull 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. Maintenance 703 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 718
aligned, and the printer will go online. If no paper has been loaded, a message is displayed requesting you to load 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 719
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 Cover. Maintenance 705 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 720
or Carriage Cover is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean. Important • Do not part 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 721
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 the cutter unit, reset the counter. 11. Press the OK button. The printer now goes online. Maintenance 707 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 722
angle. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. • Ink adheres to the top of the Maintenance Cartridge after it has been used. Handle the Maintenance Cartridge carefully during replacement. The ink may stain clothing. • Do not install a used Maintenance Cartridge in another printer. 708 Maintenance - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 723
6 and remove the Maintenance Cartridge. Do not replace the Maintenance Cartridge during initialization immediately after turning on the printer, during Printhead cleaning, or while ink is being lled. If you pause printing to replace the Maintenance Cartridge, it may cause the printed images to be - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 724
during removal and storage. If you drop a used Maintenance Cartridge or store 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 725
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 the Maintenance Cartridge Cover - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 726
Maintenance Cartridge 12. Keeping the new Maintenance Cartridge level, insert it all the way in. 13. Close the Maintenance Cartridge Cover. 14. Press the OK button. The printer now initializes the Maintenance Cartridge. Next, replace the Shaft Cleaner. 712 Maintenance - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 727
Maintenance Cartridge. New Shaft Cleaner is included with replacement Maintenance Cartridge. After you execute Repl. maint cart and replace the Maintenance Cartridge, a message and the printer goes online automatically. In this case, repeat the procedure. 5. Open the Top Cover. Maintenance 713 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 728
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). 714 Maintenance - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 729
by the grips (a), attach it to the Carriage. Maintenance Cartridge Note • Be sure to put used Shaft Cleaner in the smaller 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. Maintenance 715 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 730
Maintenance Cartridge Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity The Maintenance Cartridge absorbs excess ink from borderless printing, printhead cleaning, and other processes. You can conrm the remaining capacity of the Maintenance Cartridge by checking the Maintenance Cartridge - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 731
continue to print, but check the remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity and prepare to replace the Maintenance Cartridge with a new one. (→P.716) When much of the Maintenance Cartridge capacity is depleted Printhead cleaning, Printhead replacement, and preparations to transfer the printer deplete - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 732
and unplug the power cord before cleaning or maintenance. Accidentally leaving the printer on poses a risk of injury if you touch moving parts inside the printer. 3. Using a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely, wipe away any dirt or paper dust from the Paper Feed Slot (a), power cord plug - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 733
4. Plug the power cord into the outlet. Cleaning the Printer Maintenance 719 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 734
printing or printing on small paper. • If the Ejection Guide is dirty, it may soil the edge of the paper when the paper is cut. We recommend cleaning the Ejection Guide even if it does not appear dirty, because it may actually be covered with paper dust. 1. Open the Top Cover. 720 Maintenance - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 735
, 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 the Cleaning Brush is dirty, rinse it in water. Maintenance 721 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 736
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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 737
Head Cleaning A, try Head Cleaning B. If this does not solve the 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 dealer. Caution • Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge or Ink - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 738
when you execute the printer menu item to prepare for transfer). • Ink must be drained before Level 2 or Level 3 printer transfer, as described in the following table. Prepare a Maintenance Cartridge in advance. • Always follow the instructions of the service representative when transferring the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 739
Maintenance To protect the internal parts in transit, always follow the steps below before transferring the printer to a new location. Refer 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 740
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 iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 741
to the original position. 11. Close the Ink Tank Cover. At this point, ink is drawn out from inside the tubes. Important • Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge during this process. When the process is nished, Finished preparing to move printer. Turn off printer. is displayed. 12. Press the Power - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 742
Other Maintenance 13. Disconnect 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 743
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. Maintenance 729 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 744
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 website. 730 Maintenance - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 745
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 I switch between - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 746
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.487) 732 Troubleshooting - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 747
. For instructions on conguring paper settings in the printer 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 748
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 the printer by clicking Printer Setup Utility (or - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 749
the printer normally detects the hub communication mode and transmission rate automatically (in auto negotiation mode), sometimes the hub settings cannot be detected. In this case, congure the connection method manually, specifying the communication mode in use. (→P.736) Troubleshooting 735 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 750
▲ 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. 736 Troubleshooting - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 751
the Printer's TCP/IP Network Settings". (→P.617) 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.635) Troubleshooting 737 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 752
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. 738 Troubleshooting - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 753
congured correctly and the print queue is available. 4.If data transmission to a 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. Troubleshooting 739 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 754
695) Clean the Printhead if the nozzles are clogged. (→P.696) 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. 740 Troubleshooting - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 755
. Print a test pattern to check the nozzles and see if they are clogged. (→P.695) Because the printer was left without Ink Tanks installed for some time, ink has become clogged in the ink supply system. After the Ink Tank has been installed for 24 hours, run Head Cleaning B . (→P.696) Paper is - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 756
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. (→P.182) (→P.212) Make - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 757
Strongest . If the paper is still scratched, try raising the Printhead higher in Head Height , one level at a time. (→P.661) (→P.654) The Printhead is set too low. In Head Height , choose Automatic . (→P.654) The Ejection Guide is soiled. Clean the Ejection Guide . (→P.718) Troubleshooting 743 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 758
printing again. (→P.655) The Printhead is out of alignment. Adjust the Printhead alignment. (→P.650) Streaks may occur if 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) 744 Troubleshooting - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 759
on each other may cause To avoid uneven colors, we recommend drying each uneven colors. sheet separately. Color density 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 . Troubleshooting 745 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 760
Settings of the printer driver, Monochrome or Monochrome (Photo) , is specied specify Color in Color Mode and try printing again. in Color Mode . The Printhead nozzles are clogged. Print a test pattern to check the color ink nozzles and see if they are clogged. (→P.695) 746 Troubleshooting - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 761
version of rmware or printer driver. settings or in a different printing environment. 2.Specify the same value for all settings items. 3.Execute color calibration. The region selection of the Media Conguration Tool Perform color calibration again using paper supported was changed when you - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 762
Off . Choose On in Width Detection . Line thickness is not uniform (Windows) Cause In 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 application software's File - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 763
Insert the User Software CD-ROM provided with the printer and follow the instructions on the screen. The device/interface driver is installed. The device is detected, and the New Hardware Wizard (or Add New Hardware Wizard ) is started. 7. Follow the instructions on the screen. 8. When the window is - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 764
iPF Driver Installer X. For Mac OS 9, open OS 9 and double-click iPF Driver Installer 9. 3. In the upper-left menu, choose Uninstall, and click Uninstall. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to remove the printer driver or imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. Removing imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 765
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. Clearing jammed paper 3. If the Carriage is out, move the Carriage to separate it from the paper. Troubleshooting 751 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 766
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 cutting. • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). 4. Lift the Release Lever. 752 Troubleshooting - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 767
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. If the Carriage is on the left, a Carriage error may occur when you turn on the printer. Troubleshooting - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 768
can resume printing. Note • You can ensure that the edge is cut neatly by following the steps below. 1. Press the Online button to bring 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) 754 Troubleshooting - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 769
• Remove any jammed paper promptly. 1. Turn the printer off. (→P.19) 2. Open the Top Cover. Clearing jammed paper 3. If the Carriage is out, move the Carriage to separate it from the paper. Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage Shaft (b), or Fixed Blade (c). Troubleshooting 755 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 770
, 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. 756 Troubleshooting - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 771
the right until it stops. Clearing jammed paper 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) Troubleshooting 757 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 772
printing There may be a uttering sound when large paper is advanced. • If you suddenly hear the tone for cleaning operations At regular intervals, for printer maintenance, cleaning operations will begin automatically, even if the printer is in Sleep mode. • If you suddenly hear the tone for ink - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 773
problem with the printer. Head Cleaning B 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 774
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. Rolls are not cut when you are using the Media Take-up Unit . Corrective Action Specify - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 775
cord as follows. 1.Turn the 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. Troubleshooting 761 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 776
function will not work correctly if you use rell ink tanks. As a result, printing stops. Thus, before using rell ink tanks, you 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 777
. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. A conrmation message about updating ink information is shown on the Display Screen. 6. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Ink level detection is now disabled, and the printer goes online. Troubleshooting 763 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 778
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.766) Error messages (if action can be taken) Error messages are indicated on the Display Screen if you must respond before the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 779
. • 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 in imagePROGRAF Status Monitor (Windows) or imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 780
Replace the ink tank. (→P.778) • No ink tank loaded. (→P.777) • Ink Level: Check (→P.777) • End of paper feed. (→P.774) • Prepare for parts replacement. (→P.788) • Parts replacement time has passed. (→P.788) • Problem with Printhead x (x is L, R, or LR) (→P.783) • Mail box full. Now printing without - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 781
problem. (→P.784) • No maintenance cartridge. (→P.784) • No Maintenance Cartridge capacity. (→P.784) • Paper Mismatch (→P.768) • Paper jam. (→P.774) • Paper loaded askew. (→P.773) • Papr Size Mismatch (→P.769) • Paper size not detected. (→P.774) • Papr Type Mismatch (→P.768) • Leading edge detection - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 782
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 Mismatch to Warning or None. 768 Error Message - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 783
more to cancel printing. 2.Replace 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 784
print all of the document. No sheets. Cause A sheet has not been loaded. Or, paper was removed during feeding. Corrective Action Load 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. 770 Error Message - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 785
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 the Media Take-up Unit - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 786
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 . (→P.169) If you press the Online button and continue printing, the document will be printed with a border. 772 Error - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 787
despite reloading paper, for example), 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 it is printed. Also, the Platen may become soiled, which may soil the back of the next document when it is printed. Error Message 773 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 788
load the Roll Holder in the printer again. (→P.179) Leading edge detection error. Cause A roll has been loaded when sheets are selected as the paper source on the Control Panel . Corrective Action Either remove the roll and load a sheet or select the roll as the media source on the Control Panel - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 789
sheets left on the Ejection 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 only where the recommended environmental conditions - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 790
cloth to clean it. cannot be detected. The roll is out of range of detection of the Media Take-up Unit sensor. Reload the roll. (→P.182) The Media Take-up Unit sensor is damaged. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. * Printing will stop momentarily if an error involving the Media Take-up - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 791
you 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.680) There is a problem with the Ink Tank . Replace it with a new Ink Tank . (→P.680) Error Message 777 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 792
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.680) Ink tank is empty. Press OK and replace the ink tank. Cause - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 793
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.680) Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected. Cause Ink level detection cannot work correctly if you use rell ink tanks - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 794
. Cause Corrective Action The loaded paper cannot be used for color calibration. Load paper compatible with color calibration.*1 See "Paper Reference Guide ." (→P.169) *1: Always make sure the loaded paper matches the media type setting on the printer. Adjustment cannot be completed correctly - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 795
color calibration. soiled. Otherwise, colored paper is loaded. (→P.169) The printed test pattern is faint. Take steps to remedy the faint printing. (→P.741) Direct sunlight or strong lighting may be shining on Take steps to ensure the printer is not used when the printer and causing the sensor - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 796
used Adjust the feed amount manually. for feed amount adjustment. (→P.658) x printhead needs cleaning. (x is Left or Right) Cause The Printhead nozzles are clogged. Corrective Action Specify Printhead cleaning options. (→P.696) If the message is still displayed after you execute Head Cleaning - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 797
If printing is faint, clean the Printhead . (→P.696) x printhead error (x is Left or Right) Cause An incompatible Printhead has 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 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 798
Corrective Action You can continue to print, but prepare a new Maintenance Cartridge to use when the message for replacement is displayed. No Maintenance Cartridge capacity. Cause The Maintenance Cartridge cannot absorb enough ink for Printhead cleaning or other operation. Corrective Action After - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 799
cancel the print job. Delete print jobs from the queue. (→P.115) Delete unneeded jobs stored on the hard disk. (→P.109) Mail box full. Delete unwanted data Cause 100 jobs are stored in the Personal Box. Corrective Action Delete unneeded jobs stored in Personal Boxes. (→P.109) Error Message 785 - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 800
. Cause The format of the printer's hard disk is invalid. File read error. Cause Files on the printer's hard disk have become corrupted. Corrective Action Press the OK button to start reformatting the hard disk. When formatting is nished, the printer automatically restarts. (Formatting will erase - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 801
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 printing results. Top cover is open. Cause The printer has detected that the - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 802
to use the printer for some time. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Parts replacement time has passed. Cause It is past the recommended time to replace consumables for which service is required. Corrective Action Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Multi-sensor error Cause - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 803
Maintenance Cartridge 759 About This User Manual 1 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS 9 603 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS X 578 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows 539, 676 Accessing the Printer - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 804
(Mac OS X 261 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows 259 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover 720 Cleaning the Printer 718 Cleaning the Printer Exterior 718 Cleaning the Printhead 696, 723 Cleaning the Printhead 696, 723 Clearing a Jammed Sheet 217, 755 Clearing jammed paper - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 805
Mac OS X).........491 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Windows)...........490 Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically 192 D Deleting Saved Jobs 109 Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor 114 Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor 112 Using RemoteUI 110 Using the Control Panel 109 Detection - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 806
OK and replace the ink tank 778 Ink tank is empty. Replace the ink tank 778 Ink Tanks 678 Installation problems 749 Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility 536, 636 Insufficient paper for job 770 Introduction 1 L Layout Sheet (Windows 522 Leading edge detection error 774 Line thickness - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 807
Setting (Windows 625 No ink tank loaded 777 No Maintenance Cartridge capacity 784 No maintenance cartridge 784 No sheets 770 O Optional accessories 133 Other Maintenance 724 Other Messages 787 Other problems 759 Other useful settings 485 Output Stacker 18, 221 P Page Setup Pane (Mac OS - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 808
155 Selecting the printer 154 Printing from Mac OS X 152 Printing from the application software 153 Registering the printer 152 Printing from Photoshop 488 Using the Plug-in to Print 488 Using the Printer Driver to Print 488 Printing from Windows 151 Printing in Colors Matching the Measured - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 809
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 Sizes (Mac OS X 401 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows 397 Printing by using Custom Media Size 399 Printing by using Custom - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 810
Removing printer drivers (Windows 750 Removing Printer Drivers and imagePROGRAF Printmonitor (Macintosh 750 R Removing Printed Documents from the Media Take-up Unit (Optional 239 Removing the Roll from the Printer 186 Removing the Sheet 216 Replacing Ink Tanks 680 Access the menu for Ink Tank - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 811
Print Reports 64 Stowing the Output Stacker 226 Submenu Display 63 Information of the loaded paper 63 Printer information 63 Remaining Maintenance Cartridge capacity and ink levels 63 Support Pane (Mac OS X 572 Support Sheet (Windows 527 Switching Modes 26 Switching the Printer Online - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 812
Updating the Firmware 730 Use another paper 780 Using Color Calibration to Adjust Colors 664 Using Favorites 487 Favorites 487 Using Favorites (Mac OS 9 596 Printing using the favorite 596 Registering a favorite 596 Using Favorites (Mac OS X 572 Using Favorites (Windows 514 Printing using - Canon iPF8100 | User Manual for Windows - Page 813
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