Canon imagePROGRAF W8400 W8400 User's Guide - Page 63
Media You Can Use, The Suitable Black Ink for Media, Black Ink Types and Characteristics, Index
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Media You Can Use Media You Can Use The printer is compatible with various paper types and sizes. The following types of media can be used with this printer. Important z Depending on the media, it may take considerable time for the ink to dry. Wait until the ink has dried before removing the printed media. z With some print media, the hue of some colors may change slightly when the ink on the surface of the media has dried completely. Note z For details about how to handle and store print media, please refer to the instructions provided with the packet. The Suitable Black Ink for Media You can select either photo black ink or matte black ink as the printer black ink to use. The two types of black ink differ in their suitability for different media types, and in their characteristics. Carefully examine the print frequency by media type and the print application before selecting the type of black ink to use. Important z To switch the type of black ink, execute ChangeBkInkType on the printer operation panel and follow the instructions displayed. You can switch between the types of black ink, but please remember that every time you switch the black ink tanks the printer consumes about 55 ml of black ink and about 15 ml of the colored inks in total. (→ P.4-48) Black Ink Types and Characteristics z Photo Black (Bk) Ink (BCI-1421Bk) This ink has excellent gloss and black density for glossy media and proof media. Nearly all types of media can be printed, including glossy media. z Matte Black (MBk) Ink (BCI-1441MBk) This ink has excellent black density for standard paper, fine art media, and matte media. It cannot be used for glossy media. Caution z If you print with the black ink that is not suited to the type of media, this can cause unsatisfactory results in printing and foul the media or printer with ink. 2- 2 TOP Chapter 1 Basic Use Chapter 2 Using Various Media Chapter 3 Printing by Objective Chapter 4 Maintenance Chapter 5 Using the Printer in a Network Environment Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Chapter 7 Operating the Function Menu Contents Index