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General| Print Technology | Inkjet |
|---|---|
| Max Print Resolution | 4800 x 600 dpi |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
| Number of Nozzles | Total 1, 280 nozzles |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 426 x 235 x 134 mm |
| Weight | 2.3 kg |
| Print Speed (Color) | 4.8 ipm |
| Paper Sizes Supported | A4, Letter, Legal, Envelopes (DL, COM10), Photo (4x6") |
| Operating System Support | Windows, Mac |
| Ink Cartridge | PG-745 (Black), CL-746 (Color) |
| Ink Droplet Size | 2 pl (min.) |
| Paper Weight | 64-105 g/m² |
| Input Paper Capacity | 60 sheets (A4, LTR) |
| Print Speed (Black) | 8.0 ipm (ISO) |
Explains rules for using the online manual, including restrictions on reproduction and content changes.
Instructions on how to print the online manual using the web browser's print function.
Explains the meaning of warning, caution, important, note, and basic icons used in the manual.
Instructions on how to search for target pages by entering keywords in the search window.
Guidance on searching for functions related to specific applications using keywords.
Advice on finding reference pages by entering model name and page title or function name.
Introduces useful functions available from printer applications and the main unit, like creating collages.
Details on organizing and printing photos easily using applications like My Image Garden.
Explains how to organize photos by name, folder, calendar, event, or person in My Image Garden.
Describes how Quick Menu creates items like collages from photos and displays them in slide shows.
Explains how items are created automatically by placing selected photos according to a theme.
Introduces CREATIVE PARK as a site to download free printing materials like cards and paper crafts.
Describes CREATIVE PARK PREMIUM for downloading exclusive printing materials for supported models.
Explains how to use the "Print Your Days" app to collect and print Facebook photos.
Covers safety guidelines for printer usage, including precautions and information.
Details the main components of the printer and basic operational procedures.
Instructions and information on how to load paper into the printer.
Step-by-step guide on how to replace the FINE ink cartridge.
Information on printer maintenance procedures to ensure optimal performance.
Guidance on how to adjust various printer settings via the computer.
Advice and tips to achieve the best possible print quality.
Outlines legal restrictions related to printing certain types of documents or images.
Lists the technical specifications of the printer.
Details essential safety precautions for installing and operating the printer.
Provides regulatory compliance and safety information, including FCC and WEEE directives.
Discusses how to reduce environmental impact and save money through printer usage.
Explains power consumption and activation time settings to reduce electricity costs.
Information about the ENERGY STAR program and its relevance to energy-efficient models.
Details the types of paper that can be used for printing, including recycled and genuine papers.
Identifies and describes the main physical components of the printer.
Information regarding the printer's power supply system and its operation.
Illustrates and labels the components visible from the front of the printer.
Illustrates and labels the components visible from the rear of the printer.
Illustrates and labels the components located inside the printer.
Steps to verify that the printer is powered on and ready for operation.
Instructions for safely powering the printer on and off.
Important notices regarding the proper use and inspection of the power plug and cord.
Procedures and precautions for safely unplugging the printer's power cord.
Detailed steps for loading plain paper and photo paper into the printer.
Instructions on how to properly load envelopes for printing.
Lists the various types of paper and media compatible with the printer.
Specifies paper types and conditions that should not be used with the printer.
Defines the printable area on different paper sizes, including margins.
Lists commercially available and Canon genuine papers suitable for printing.
Specific Canon genuine photo papers recommended for printing photos.
Specifies the maximum number of sheets that can be loaded in the rear and output trays.
Explains how to select the correct media type in the printer driver for best results.
Lists standard and non-standard page sizes supported by the printer.
Details the acceptable paper weight range for optimal printing performance.
Provides advice on proper paper storage to prevent curling and maintain quality.
Details the paper load limits for plain paper and envelopes from commercial sources.
Details the paper load limits for Canon genuine photo papers.
Explains the concept of printable area and margins on the paper.
Details printable areas for various non-standard paper sizes.
Specifies printable areas for Letter and Legal size papers.
Details the printable area for envelopes.
Step-by-step instructions for replacing the FINE ink cartridge.
How to check the remaining ink levels and cartridge status from the computer.
Troubleshooting steps for print quality issues like faint colors or incorrect output.
Details on performing maintenance tasks using software on the computer.
Procedures for cleaning the printer's exterior and interior components.
The overall procedure for maintaining the printer to resolve print quality issues.
How to print a nozzle check pattern to diagnose print head issues.
Guide on how to interpret the nozzle check pattern and identify problems.
Steps for cleaning the print head to resolve print quality issues.
Detailed steps to clean the print heads using the computer's printer driver.
Instructions for cleaning the paper feed rollers via the computer software.
Procedure for aligning the print head position to improve print quality and accuracy.
Guide on printing the nozzle check pattern from the computer for diagnostics.
Instructions for cleaning the interior parts of the printer, such as the bottom plate.
Instructions for cleaning the printer's external surfaces gently.
Steps to clean the paper feed rollers to ensure proper paper feeding.
Procedure for cleaning the inside of the printer, specifically the bottom plate.
Guide on modifying printer settings through the computer interface.
How to adjust detailed printer driver settings for print data.
Steps to save and register custom print settings for quick access.
How to specify which installed ink cartridge to use for printing.
Options for managing printer power settings, including auto power features.
Information on using the quiet mode to reduce printer operating noise.
How to switch between various printer operation modes for custom settings.
Instructions on how to delete saved printing profiles.
Explains how ink is used for printing and maintenance.
Essential checks and tips for achieving successful printing results.
Emphasizes the importance of setting media type after loading paper.
Guidance on proper methods for storing printed images to preserve them.
Safety measures and precautions to take when handling the printer.
Core principles for maintaining consistent print quality over time.
Guidelines for safely transporting the printer to prevent damage.
Lists general printer specifications like resolution, interface, and dimensions.
Outlines the minimum system requirements for operating the printer software.
Specifies OS, disk space, and display requirements for Windows.
Specifies OS, disk space, and display requirements for Mac OS.
Notes on functions available for other OS and general information.
Explains how to print using application software and the printer driver.
Simple procedure for setting up printing using the Quick Setup tab in the printer driver.
How to configure paper size and orientation for printing.
How to specify the number of copies and the order of printing pages.
Adjusting the margin for stapling documents.
Automatically resizing documents to fit the selected paper size.
Enlarging or reducing pages to a specific scale for printing.
Printing multiple pages onto a single sheet of paper.
Enlarging images across multiple pages to create posters.
Printing documents in a booklet format, suitable for folding and stapling.
Printing on both sides of the paper.
Adding stamps or backgrounds to documents during printing.
Creating and saving custom stamps for use in printing.
Saving image data to be used as a background for printing.
Configuring the printer for printing on envelopes.
Previewing the print output before actually printing the document.
Specifying custom paper sizes for printing when standard sizes are not available.
Editing print documents or reprinting from history using Canon IJ XPS Preview.
How to manually set custom print quality levels.
Instructions for printing color documents in grayscale or monochrome.
How to specify color correction methods for print output.
Tips for achieving optimal photo print quality through color management.
How to adjust colors using the printer driver's color correction features.
Using ICC profiles for accurate color management during printing.
How to adjust the color balance (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) for print output.
Adjusting color balance by comparing and selecting from printed patterns.
How to adjust the brightness of the overall image data during printing.
How to adjust the intensity (darkness/lightness) of colors in the print output.
How to adjust the contrast to enhance differences between light and dark areas.
Adjusting intensity/contrast by comparing and selecting from printed patterns.
Introduces the Canon IJ printer driver software.
Instructions on accessing the printer driver configuration window.
Overview of the Canon IJ Status Monitor application.
How to check the remaining ink levels and cartridge status.
Explanation of the Canon IJ Preview software for checking print results.
Steps to remove unwanted print jobs from the queue.
Notes and restrictions related to using the printer driver.
Details the functions and settings available on the Quick Setup tab.
Explains the settings and options available on the Main tab.
Details the functions for page setup, including size and orientation.
Describes the maintenance functions available in the printer driver.
Explanation of the Canon IJ Preview software's interface and functions.
Overview of the Canon IJ XPS Preview software's features.
Detailed description of the Canon IJ Status Monitor application.
Performs print head cleaning to remove nozzle blockages and restore print quality.
Performs a more thorough cleaning of the print head for stubborn issues.
Corrects print head position for better color and line alignment.
Prints a pattern to check print head nozzle condition and identify problems.
Prints a pattern to check if ink nozzles are clogged.
Allows specifying which FINE cartridge to use for printing.
Cleans the bottom plate of the printer to prevent smudges.
Cleans the paper feed rollers to improve paper feeding.
Turns off the printer remotely from the printer driver.
Manages automatic printer power settings, including Auto Power On/Off.
Reduces printer operating noise by specifying quiet mode settings.
Allows changing various printer operation settings.
Starts Canon IJ XPS preview and displays print history.
Starts Canon IJ Status Monitor to check printer status and print job progress.
Highlights the advantages and capabilities of the Canon IJ Status Monitor.
Explains how the monitor displays errors and guides users on responses.
How the monitor displays ink levels and cartridge information.
General overview of the Canon IJ Status Monitor's functions and display elements.
How to find and download the most recent printer driver version.
Steps to remove printer drivers that are no longer needed.
Checks to perform before installing a printer driver.
Instructions for installing the printer driver software.
Procedure for setting up the printer driver on the print server system for sharing.
Procedure for setting up client computers to access the shared printer.
Details restrictions and considerations when sharing a printer over a network.
Steps to resolve issues where the printer does not power on.
Troubleshooting steps when printing jobs do not begin.
Solutions for paper feeding problems or 'no paper' errors.
Steps to take when print results are unsatisfactory (blurs, streaks, etc.).
Troubleshooting for issues where ink is not being ejected from the print head.
Procedures for clearing paper jams from the printer.
General guidance on handling printer errors and support codes.
Topics related to issues encountered during the printing process.
Common problems affecting the quality of printed output.
Issues related to the printer's hardware and basic functionality.
Troubleshooting steps for installation or downloading issues.
Information about understanding and resolving displayed errors or messages.
What to do if troubleshooting steps do not resolve the issue.
Steps to take when print results are not satisfactory.
Troubleshooting for issues where ink is not being ejected from the print head.
What to do when there are no print results at all.
Troubleshooting steps for blurred print output.
Steps to take when colors in the print output are incorrect.
Solutions for printouts that have white streaks.
Troubleshooting steps for prints that have ink blots.
Solutions for paper that curls after printing.
Troubleshooting steps for prints that are smudged.
Solutions for prints where the surface is scratched.
Troubleshooting steps for prints where colors appear uneven.
Solutions for printouts that have streaked colors.
Steps to resolve issues where the printer does not power on.
Troubleshooting for the printer turning off automatically.
Solutions for problems with connecting the printer to the computer.
Troubleshooting steps when the FINE cartridge holder does not move correctly.
How to enable or troubleshoot the printer status monitor display.
Solutions for issues encountered during printer driver installation.
Troubleshooting steps when Easy-WebPrint EX fails to start or display its menu.
General guidance on handling printer errors and interpreting messages.
How to address specific error messages displayed by the printer or software.
Information about the survey program screen and participation options.
Lists support codes that appear on the computer screen for various error causes.
Specific support codes and actions for paper jam errors.
Paper is not in the rear tray.
Load paper and press the ON/RESUME button.
The printer cover is open.
Close the cover and wait.
The cover was opened while printing.
Remove paper, close cover, and resume printing.
The FINE cartridge is not installed.
Install the FINE cartridge.
The FINE cartridge cannot be recognized.
Replace the FINE cartridge.
The appropriate ink cartridge is not installed.
Install the appropriate ink cartridge.
The FINE cartridge cannot be recognized.
Replace the FINE cartridge.
The ink cartridge cannot be recognized.
Install the appropriate ink cartridge.
The ink may have run out.
Continue printing by pressing ON/RESUME for 5 seconds.
The FINE cartridge is not installed properly.
Reinstall the FINE cartridge properly.
The ink has run out.
Replace the ink cartridge.
The ink absorber is almost full.
Continue printing and contact the service center.
The ink absorber is almost full.
Continue printing and contact the service center.
Protective material or tape may be attached to the FINE cartridge holder.
Remove protective material or tape from the cartridge holder.
Specified data cannot be printed.
Check CREATIVE PARK PREMIUM requirements and cartridge installation.
Media type and paper size settings are incorrect.
Cancel printing and correct media type/paper size settings.
Printer error has occurred.
Clear paper jam/protective material and restart.
Printer error has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, then restart.
Printer error has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, then restart.
Printer error has occurred.
Contact the service center.
Printer error has occurred.
Contact the service center.
Printer error has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, then restart.
Printer error has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, then restart.
Printer error has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, then restart.
Printer error has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, then restart.
Printer error has occurred.
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Printer error has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, then restart.
Printer error has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, then restart.
Printer error has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, then restart.
Printer error has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, then restart.
Printer error has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, then restart.
Printer error has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, then restart.
Printer error has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, then restart.
Printer error has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, then restart.
Printer error has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, then restart.
An error requiring service center contact has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, and contact service center.
An error requiring service center contact has occurred.
Turn off printer, unplug, and contact service center.
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