Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8300 User Manual

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Setup Guide
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Introductory Information
QT5-2394-V1 ©CANON INC. 2010 Printed in JAPAN
Introduction
Overview of Setup
These are the steps in printer installation.
Preparations
Store Printed Manuals in the Pocket
Install the Ink Tanks
Install the Printer Driver and
the User Manual
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Load Paper to Adjust the Printheads
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• We recommend doing a color calibration after completing the setup
to adjust variations in the colors.
Details for each step are given in this Setup Guide . Simply follow the instructions
to install the printer.
If an error message is displayed during setup or other problems occur, refer to
"Responding to Messages" on page 16.
Space Required for Installation
An area that is larger than the dimensions shown below is needed to install
the printer.
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Caution
• When using the output stacker in the front ejection position, provide at
least 1400 mm (55 inches) of unobstructed space in front of the printer.
Printer Documentation
After installing the printer as shown in this Setup Guide , refer to the
documentation for instructions on operation and maintenance.
Daily operation
The Basic Guide includes three booklets containing the following
information:
1 Instructions on basic operation
2 Troubleshooting tips and maintenance procedures
3 Preparations for transferring the printer, and instructions for
reinstalling the printer driver
Detailed instructions
The User Manual (electronic manual) includes the following information:
• Printer operating instructions
• Printer driver instructions
• Printing instructions
• Maintenance procedures
• Instructions for network printing
• Troubleshooting tips
• Printer menu descriptions
• Printer driver function details
• Specifications, details on
consumables and optional
accessories, and other
information
Supported paper
The Paper Reference Guide (electronic manual) provides information
about paper.
You can access the User Manual and Paper Reference Guide as follows:
• In Windows, double-click the iPFxxxx Support desktop icon. (iPFxxxx
represents the printer model.)
• In Mac OS X, click iPF Support, added to the Dock.
Package Contents
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a. Printer
b. Roll holder
c. Set of printer
documentation
d. Allen wrench
e. Set of CD-ROMs
f. Ejection support (x4)
g. 3-inch paper core attachment #2
h. 3-inch paper core attachment #1
i. Power cord
j. Printhead (x2)
k. Starter ink tanks
BK, MBK, C, M, Y, PM,
PC, GY, PGY, R, G, B
l. Sample paper (roll paper)
Other documentation may also be included in the package.
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• Some items are included with the printer but not described in this
manual. Keep these items in a safe place after setup because they are
used in various printing applications.
• For instructions on using items not described in this manual, refer to the
User Manual.
• A cable to connect the printer to a computer is not provided with the
printer.
• Canon, the Canon logo, and imagePROGRAF are trademarks or registered trademarks of CANON
INC.
• Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation, registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
• Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• All other trademarks or registered trademarks described in this Setup Guide are the property of their
respective owners.
Read this manual before attempting to operate the printer.
Keep this manual in a handy location for future reference.
• Even if you do not use the printer driver, be sure to install Media
Configuration Tool from the provided User Software CD-ROM.
With Media Configuration Tool, the paper types that are available
in your area can be registered to the printer. For instructions on
installation, refer to "Install the Printer Driver and the User Manual"
on page 5. (In Windows, select Install Individual Software in the
Setup Menu window to install Media Configuration Tool only.)

Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8300 Specifications

General

Color	Yes
Number of print cartridges	12
Page description languages	GARO
Resolution color	2400 x 1200 DPI
Maximum resolution	- DPI
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)	- ppm
Interface	USB 2.0
HDD capacity	80 GB
Power supply	190 W
Print technology	Inkjet
Power supply type	AC
Power requirements	100-120V, 50/60Hz
Maximum roll length	18 m
Networking features	Gigabit Ethernet
Roll external diameter	150 mm
Bundled software	Canon Printer Driver, Print Plug-in - Adobe Photoshop. Print Plug-in - Digital Photo Professional, Digital Photo Front-Access, Printer Driver Extra Kit, Print Plug-in - Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint (PC only), Accounting Manager.
Standard media sizes	10\
Paper tray media types	Roll
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)	A0, A1
ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9)	B0, B2
Compatible operating systems	Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Server 2008/ Vista/7 Mac X 10.3.9/10.6.
USB 2.0 ports quantity	1
Power consumption (off)	1 W
Power consumption (standby)	5 W
Printing noise level	50 dB
Market positioning	Business

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	975 mm
Width	1892 mm
Height	1143 mm

Summary

Printer Installation Overview

Preparations for Printer Setup

Steps to prepare the printer for use by installing it and connecting the power cord.

Install the Printheads

Detailed steps for installing both printheads into the printer carriage.

Install the Ink Tanks

Instructions for loading and installing all 12 ink tanks into the printer.

Install Printer Driver and User Manual

Guide for installing the printer driver and user manual on Windows and Macintosh systems.

Load Paper to Adjust Printheads

Procedure for loading the sample paper to adjust the printheads.

Store Printed Manuals in Pocket

Instructions on how to store the Basic Guide in the printer's manual pocket.

Printer Documentation Details

Daily Operation and Troubleshooting Guides

Information on basic operation, troubleshooting, and printer maintenance.

Detailed Electronic Manuals

Accessing the User Manual and Paper Reference Guide for comprehensive printer details.

Supported Paper Information

Details about supported paper types provided in the Paper Reference Guide.

Package Contents and Space Requirements

Printer Package Contents

List of all items included in the printer package, including printer, accessories, and documentation.

Required Installation Space

Information on the minimum space needed to install the printer, including dimensions.

Responding to Printer Messages

Common Error Messages and Corrections

Guidance on common error messages displayed during installation and their corrective actions.