User manual CANON LASER SHOT LBP2900

User's Guide IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully before using your printer. Save this manual for future reference. ENG LBP2900/2900i Laser Printer User's Guide Manuals for the Printer The instruction manuals for this product are arranged as follows. Read the sections that are appropriate for your goals, to let you fully utilize this product. CD-ROM Guides marked with this symbol are PDF manuals included on the accompanying CD-ROM. · Installation · Connecting to a Computer · Printing Methods · Basic Operations · Troubleshooting Getting Started Guide User's Guide (This Manual) CD-ROM CD-ROM · To view the manual in PDF format, Adobe Reader/Adobe Acrobat Reader is required. If Adobe Reader/Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your system, please download it from the Adobe Systems Incorporated website. · The printer illustration on the cover of this manual may differ slightly from your printer. How This Manual Is Organized Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Before You Start Using This Printer Loading and Delivering Paper Setting Up the Printing Environment Printing a Document Routine Maintenance Troubleshooting Appendix Make sure you read this Considerable effort has been made to ensure that this manual is free of inaccuracies and omissions. However, as we are constantly improving our products, if you need an exact specification, please contact Canon. Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Notation for Keys and Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Screen Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii Legal Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ix Model Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix EMC Directive (220 - 240 V model) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix Laser Safety (220 - 240 V model). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x International Energy Star-Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi WEEE Directive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi Trademarks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii Disclaimers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii Legal Limitations on the Usage of Your Product and the Use of Images . . . . . xiii Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xiv Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiv Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xv Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi Maintenance and Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xviii Consumables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xix Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xix Chapter 1 Before You Start Using This Printer Printer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Component Names and Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Indicators and the Paper Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 1-5 1-6 1-7 1-8 Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Connecting to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Turning the Printer On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15 Turning the Printer On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15 Turning the Printer Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16 ii Chapter 2 Loading and Delivering Paper Paper Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2 Usable Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2 Paper Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2 Paper Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3 Abbreviations of Paper Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5 Printable Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5 Paper You Cannot Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6 Storing Blank Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7 Storing Printed Paper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8 Paper Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9 Paper Source Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9 Paper Source Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10 Paper Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11 Output Tray Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11 Output Tray Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12 Printing on Plain Paper, Heavy Paper, Label Paper, and Transparencies . . .2-13 Loading the Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13 Loading Paper into the Multi-Purpose Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14 Loading Paper into the Manual Feed Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19 Selecting Printer Driver Settings and Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22 Printing on Index Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-26 Loading Index Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-26 Loading Index Card into the Manual Feed Tray. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-26 Selecting Printer Driver Settings and Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-29 Printing on Envelopes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-33 Loading Envelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-33 Loading Envelopes into the Multi-Purpose Tray. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-34 Loading Envelopes into the Manual Feed Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-37 Selecting Printer Driver Settings and Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-40 Printing on Custom Paper Sizes (Non-Standard Sizes). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-44 Loading Custom Paper Sizes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-44 Loading Custom Paper into the Multi-Purpose Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-44 Loading Custom Paper into the Manual Feed Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-50 Selecting Printer Driver Settings and Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-53 Chapter 3 Setting Up the Printing Environment Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2 After Installing the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2 Each Time You Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3 Installing the CAPT Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4 For Windows 98/Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4 iii Installing from CD-ROM Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Installing with Plug and Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 For Windows 2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19 Installing from CD-ROM Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19 Installing with Plug and Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25 For Windows XP/Server 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31 Installing from CD-ROM Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31 Installing with Plug and Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37 After Completing Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-42 Printing a Test Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-44 Printing from a Network Computer using a Shared Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . Configuring the Print Server. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . For Windows 98/Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . For Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing the Client . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing from CD-ROM Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing using the [Add Printer Wizard] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing using [Windows Explorer] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-47 3-48 3-48 3-53 3-59 3-60 3-66 3-70 Uninstalling the CAPT software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-72 Chapter 4 Printing a Document Printing from an Application. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Specifying Printing Preferences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 For Windows 98/Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 Opening the [Document Properties] Dialog Box from an Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 Opening the [Printer Properties] Dialog Box from the [Printers] Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9 For Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10 Opening the [Document Properties] Dialog Box from an Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11 Opening the [Document Properties] Dialog Box from the [Printers and Faxes] or [Printers] Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13 Opening the [Printer Properties] Dialog Box from the [Printers and Faxes] or [Printers] Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15 Canceling, Pausing and Resuming Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17 Using the Printing Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tab Sheets in the Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [Page Setup] Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [Finishing] Sheet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [Paper Source] Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [Quality] Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [General] Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [Details] Sheet (Windows 98/Me only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19 4-19 4-20 4-23 4-24 4-25 4-27 4-27 iv [Sharing] Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-28 [Ports] Sheet (Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-28 [Advanced] Sheet (Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003 only) . . . . . . . . . . . .4-29 [Color Management] Sheet (Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003 only) . . . . .4-29 [Security] Sheet (Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-30 [Configuration]/[Device Settings] Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-30 [Profile] Sheet (Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-31 Preview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33 Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-34 Scaling Printer Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-36 Scaling a Document Automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-36 Scaling a Document Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-37 Poster Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-38 Specifying a Custom Paper Size (Non-Standard Paper) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-39 Specifying the Finishing Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-41 Specifying the Print Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-44 Grayscale Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-46 Working with Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-47 Adding a Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-48 Editing/Deleting a Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-50 Editing Print Jobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-52 Viewing Printer Settings/Restoring the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-54 Viewing Printer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-54 Restoring the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-55 Printer Status Window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-56 Using the Printer Status Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-57 Displaying the Printer Status Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-59 The Options Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-60 Setting Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-60 [Cleaning] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-62 [Refresh]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-62 [Resolve Error] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-62 Displaying Printer Status When Using a Print Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-63 Chapter 5 Routine Maintenance Replacing the Toner Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2 Before Replacing the Toner Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2 Replacing the Toner Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7 Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-14 Precautions for Handling the Toner Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-16 Storing Toner Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-18 Clean the outside of the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-19 Moving the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-21 Moving the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22 v Handling the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26 Precautions for Handling the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26 Precautions for Storing the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Service Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18 When a Fixing Unit Error Appears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19 When a Scanner Error or Service Error Appears. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20 Print Quality Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-22 Paper Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25 When Nothing Prints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26 Installation Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . If Uninstallation Fails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Uninstalling the USB Class Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Problems During Local Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Problems Installing a Shared Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-27 6-28 6-30 6-34 6-34 Miscellaneous Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-35 Chapter 7 Appendix Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Hardware Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Software Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3 Printer Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4 Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5 Network Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5 NetSpot Device Installer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7 Windows Firewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 Configuring Windows Firewall to unblock communication with client computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 Configuring Windows Firewall to block communication with client computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10 Configuring Windows Firewall to unblock communication with the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13 Locating the Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16 vi Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Canon LBP2900/2900i. In order to fully understand the features of this product and thus be able to use it more effectively, please be sure to fully read this instruction manual before using the product. Store this manual in a safe place after reading it. How To Use This Manual Conventions The following symbols are used in this manual to explain procedures, restrictions, handling precautions, and instructions that should be observed for safety. WARNING Indicates warnings that, if followed incorrectly, may lead to death or serious personal injury. To use the product safely, be sure to adhere to these warnings. Indicates cautions that, if followed incorrectly, may lead to personal injuries or damage to property. To use the product safely, be sure to adhere to these cautions. CAUTION IMPORTANT Indicates important points and limitations that need to be observed. Be sure to read these carefully to avoid running into problems operating the printer. NOTE Indicates additional information related to the operation of the printer. It is recommended that you read these points. Notation for Keys and Buttons In this manual, the following notation is used for key and button names. panel keys: + (Key Name) Examples: (Paper Key) · Button appearing on the computer screen: [Button Name] Examples: [OK] [Details] · Control vii Screen Sheets The screen shots shown in this manual may differ slightly from the screens on your computer depending on your operating system. The locations of buttons that you need to press during a procedure are circled with a as shown below. When there is a choice of buttons that can be pressed during a procedure, all of the buttons are circled. Select the button that suits your needs. 5 Click [Install]. The button to click during the procedure. Abbreviations In this manual, product names and model names are abbreviated as follows: Microsoft® Windows® 95 operating system: Microsoft® Windows® 98 operating system: Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition operating system: Microsoft® Windows® 2000 operating system: Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system: Microsoft® Windows ServerTM 2003 operating system: Microsoft® Windows® operating system: Windows 95 Windows 98 Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP Windows Server 2003 Windows viii Legal Notices Model Name The following names may be provided for the safety regulations in each sales region of this Laser Beam Printer. 220 - 240 V model: L11121E EMC Directive (220 - 240 V model) "This equipment has been tested in a typical system to comply with the technical requirements of EMC Directive." of shielded cable is necessary to comply with the technical requirements of EMC Directive. The product is in conformity with the EMC directive at nominal mains input 230 V, 50 Hz although the rated input of the product is 220 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz. C-tick marking on the rating label means that we declare the product is in conformity with the relevant requirements at nominal mains input 230 V, 50 Hz although the rated input of the product is 220 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz. · Use ix Laser Safety (220 - 240 V model) Laser radiation could be hazardous to the human body. For this reason, laser radiation emitted inside this printer is hermetically sealed within the protective housing and external cover. No radiation can leak from the printer in the normal operation of the product by the user. This printer is classified as a Class 1 laser product under IEC60825-1:1993, EN60825-1:1994, and as for the U.S.A., it is classified as Class 1 under the Code of Federal Regulations, 1040.10 of Title 21. This printer has been classified under IEC60825-1:1993, EN60825-1:1994 and conforms to the following classes: CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 APPAREIL A RAYONNEMENT LASER DE CLASSE 1 APPARECCHIO LASER DI CLASSE 1 PRODUCTO LASER DE CLASE 1 APARELHO A LASER DE CLASSE 1 CAUTION Performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. x International Energy Star-Program As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Canon Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR Program for energy efficiency. The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment, such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles, and copiers. The standards and logos are uniform among participating nations. WEEE Directive European Union (and EEA) only. This symbol indicates that this product is not to be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) and your national law. This product should be handed over to a designated collection point, e.g., on an authorized one-for-one basis when you buy a new similar product or to an authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Improper handling of this type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resources. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved WEEE scheme or your household waste disposal service. For more information regarding return and recycling of WEEE products, please visit www.canon-europe.com/environment. (EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) xi Trademarks Canon, the Canon Logo, and LBP are trademarks of Canon Inc. Adobe® Acrobat is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Other product and company names herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners. Copyright Copyright 2005 by Canon Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, or by any information storage or retrieval system without the prior written permission of Canon Inc. Disclaimers The information in this manual is subject to change without notice. CANON INC. MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WITH REGARD TO THIS MATERIAL, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THEREOF, WARRANTIES AS TO MARKETABILITY, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF USE OR AGAINST INFRINGEMENT OF ANY PATENT. CANON INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, OR LOSSES OR EXPENSES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS MATERIAL. xii Legal Limitations on the Usage of Your Product and the Use of Images Using your product to scan, print or otherwise reproduce certain documents, and the use of such images as scanned, printed or otherwise reproduced by your product, may be prohibited by law and may result in criminal and/or civil liability. A non-exhaustive list of these documents is set forth below. This list is intended to be a guide only. If you are uncertain about the legality of using your product to scan, print or otherwise reproduce any particular document, and/or of the use of the images scanned, printed or otherwise reproduced, you should consult in advance with your legal advisor for guidance. · · · · · · · · Paper Money Money Orders Certificates of Deposit Postage Stamps (canceled or uncanceled) Identifying Badges or Insignias Selective Service or Draft Papers Checks or Drafts Issued by Governmental Agencies Motor Vehicle Licenses and Certificates of Title · · · · · · · · Travelers Checks Food Stamps Passports Immigration Papers Internal Revenue Stamps (canceled or uncanceled) Bonds or Other Certificates of Indebtedness Stock Certificates Copyrighted Works/Works of Art without Permission of Copyright Owner xiii Important Safety Instructions Before using this product, make sure you read this section (Important Safety Instructions) thoroughly, and that you use the product correctly. The purpose of the warnings and cautions contained in this section is to prevent injuries to the user and other people, and to prevent damage to property. Make sure you adhere to these warnings and cautions. Do not perform any actions that are not explicitly written in this manual. Installation WARNING · Do not install the printer in a location near alcohol, thinners, or other flammable substances. If an inflammable substance comes into contact with the electrical unit inside the printer it may ignite or cause an electrical shock. · Do not put any of the following types of objects on top of this printer. If any of these items come into contact with the electrical unit inside the printer it may ignite or cause an electrical shock. If any of these objects fall into the printer, turn the printer and computer off immediately a, and disconnect the USB cable if it is connected b. After this, pull out the power plug c, and contact the store where you purchased the printer. - Necklaces and other metal objects - Cups, vases, flowerpots, and other containers filled with water or liquids b c a a xiv CAUTION · Do not install the printer on an unsteady platform, an uneven surface, or any other unstable location, or any location subject to vibrations. If the printer falls down or the platform tips over, someone may be injured. · Do not install this printer in a location where a wall or other object will block the ventilation slots in the printer. Do not install the printer on a bed, sofa, thick carpet, etc. If the ventilations slots are blocked, the internal printer components will overheat, and this may cause a fire. · Do not install the printer in any of the following locations. Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock. - A damp or dusty location - A location exposed to smoke and steam, such as next to a stove or humidifier. - A location exposed to rain or snow - A location near water faucets or water - A location exposed to direct sunlight - A location subject to high temperatures - A location near open flames · When you are installing the printer, work slowly and carefully to avoid pinching your hands between the printer and the floor, or between the printer and another product. You may be injured if your hands, etc. are pinched by the printer. · When connecting the USB cable, connect the cable correctly by following the directions in this manual. Failure to properly connect cables can damage the printer or cause electrical shocks. · When you are carrying the printer, hold the printer correctly by following the directions in this manual. Dropping the printer may lead to personal injuries. (See "Moving the Printer," on p. 5-21.) Power Supply WARNING · Do not scratch, break or modify the power cord. Do not place heavy items on the cord, pull on the cord, or bend the cord excessively. Electrical current may flow out from damaged parts of the cord, causing fire or electrical shock. · Do not place the cord near any heating appliance. This can melt the cord insulation, causing fires or electrical shock. · Do not plug in or unplug the electrical cord if your hands are wet. Doing so may cause an electrical shock. · Do not connect an excessive number of appliances to a single outlet. Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock. · Do not coil or tie knots in the electrical cord. Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock. · Make sure the plug is fully inserted into the power outlet. If the plug is not fully inserted, fire and electrical shock may result. xv · Do not use any electrical cables other than the supplied cord. Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock. · In principle, you should not connect the printer using an extension cord or connect too many appliances to a single power outlet. However, if there is no choice but to use an extension cord or connect multiple appliances to a single power outlet, it is the responsibility of the user to take care of the following cautions. If these points are not followed correctly, a fire or electrical shock may result. - Do not connect one extension cord to another. - Make sure that the voltage of the power plug matches the voltage on the rating label (attached to the back of the printer) when you use the printer. - Use an extension cord that can carry an electrical current greater than the value indicated on the rating label (attached to the back of the printer). - When you use an extension cord, untie the cord binding, and insert the power plug completely into the extension cord outlet to ensure a firm connection between the power cord and the extension cord. - Periodically check that the extension cord is not overheated. CAUTION · Do not use a power source with a voltage other than that indicated. Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock. · When you unplug the power cord, make sure you hold the cord by the plug. If you pull on the cord itself, the cord may experience damage such as exposure of the core wires or an open circuit, and electrical current flowing out of the damaged section can cause fires or electrical shock. · Whenever you pull out the power plug, make sure there are no objects around the power plug. Do not pull out the power plug in an emergency. Handling WARNING · Do not disassemble or modify this product. This product contains high voltage and high temperature internal parts, which could cause a fire or electrical shock if tampered with. · Electrical components can produce unexpected hazards if not handled correctly. Make sure that the power cord, cables, and internal gears and electrical components are kept out of reach of children. · If this product emits strange noises, smoke, excess heat, or unusual smells, turn the power off immediately, and disconnect the USB cable if it is connected. Next, pull out the power plug, and contact the store where you purchased this printer. Continuing to use a faulty printer may cause fire or electrical shock. · Do not use flammable sprays near this product. If the gas from a spray comes into contact with the electrical unit inside the printer it may ignite or cause an electrical shock. xvi · When you are moving the printer, always turn the printer and computer off, unplug the power plug, and remove the interface cable. If you move the printer without unplugging the cables, the electrical cord and interface cable may be damaged, causing a fire or electrical shock. · Do not drop paper clips, staples, or any other metallic objects into the printer. Do not spill water, liquids, or flammable substances (alcohol, benzene, thinners, etc.) onto the printer. If any of these items come into contact with the electrical unit inside the printer they may ignite or cause an electrical shock. If any of these objects fall into the printer, turn the printer and computer off immediately, and disconnect the USB cable if it is connected. After this, pull out the power plug, and contact the store where you purchased the printer. · If you are connecting or disconnecting the USB cable while the printer power plug is connected to a power outlet, make sure that you do not touch the metal parts of the connector. Doing so may cause an electrical shock. CAUTION · Do not put any heavy objects on top of this product. If a heavy object topples over or falls it can cause personal injuries. · If you are not going to use the printer for a long period of time, such as overnight, turn the printer off for safety reasons. Furthermore, if you are not going to use the printer for a longer period of time, such as a weekend, turn the printer off and disconnect the power plug for safety. · Keep your hands or clothing away from the roller in the output area. Even if the printer is not printing, sudden rotation of the roller may catch your hands or clothing,resulting in personal injury. · Laser light can be harmful to the human body. The laser scanning unit in this product is sealed behind a cover, and there is virtually no risk of being exposed to the laser light if the product is operated normally. Be sure to observe the following safety precautions. - Do not open any of the printer covers unless directed to by this manual. - Do not remove the caution label attached to the cover of the laser scanner unit. - If the laser beam escapes from the printer, exposure may cause serious damage to your eyes. xvii Maintenance and Inspections WARNING · Turn the printer and computer off, disconnect the USB cable and remove the power plug from the wall when you are cleaning the printer. Failure to do so may cause fire or electrical shock. · When cleaning the printing, always use a cloth dipped in plain water or water containing a mild soap solution and firmly wring the excess moisture out of the cloth before use. Do not use alcohol, benzene, thinners or any other inflammable substance. If an inflammable substance comes into contact with the electrical unit inside the printer it may ignite or cause an electrical shock. · There is a high-voltage unit inside this product. When you are clearing paper jams or inspecting the interior of the printer, make sure that no necklaces, bracelets, or other metallic objects come into contact with the inside of the printer. If this does happen, it may cause burns or an electrical shock. · Do not put spent toner cartridges into a fire. Any toner remaining in the toner cartridge may ignite, causing burns or fire. · Unplug the power plug periodically and wipe away any dust or dirt that has built up around the power outlet. If the power plug is left connected for a long period of time in a dusty, humid, or smoky environment, dust that gathers around the power outlet will absorb moisture and reduce the effectiveness of the insulation, leading to fires. CAUTION · Never attempt to service this printer yourself, except as explained in this manual. There are no user serviceable parts inside the printer. Adjust only those controls that are covered in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment could result in personal injury and/or damage requiring extensive repair that may not be covered under your Limited Warranty. · The area around the fixing unit inside the printer becomes hot during use. If you are inspecting the inside of the printer while you are clearing a paper jam, etc., take care not to touch the area around the fixing unit. Doing so can cause burns. · Be careful to avoid staining your clothes or hands with toner while you are clearing a paper jam or replacing the toner cartridge. If you do get any toner on your clothes or hands, wash it off immediately with cold water. If you rinse using hot water the toner may become fixed, creating a stain that cannot be removed. xviii · When you are clearing jammed paper from inside the printer, remove the paper gently so that toner that is on the jammed paper does not spray out of the printer. This could lead to toner getting in your eyes or mouth. If toner gets into your eyes or mouth, wash it out immediately with cold water and consult a doctor. · When loading paper or removing jammed paper, take care not to cut your hands with the edges of the paper. · When removing a used toner cartridge from the toner cartridge slot, remove the cartridge carefully to prevent the toner from scattering and entering your eyes or mouth. If the toner enters your eyes or mouth, wash them immediately with cold water and immediately consult a physician. Consumables WARNING · Do not put spent toner cartridges into a fire. The toner may ignite cause burns and fires. · Do not store toner cartridges or paper in a location where there are open flames. Toner and paper could ignite, causing burns and fires. CAUTION Store toner cartridges and other consumables out of reach of infants. If toner from a toner cartridge is swallowed, seek medical attention immediately. Other WARNING The toner cartridge produces a weak magnetic field. If someone who is using a pacemaker feels any unusual sensations, they should stay clear of the toner cartridge and seek medical attention immediately. xix xx Before You Start Using This Printer This chapter describes the major features and basic functions of this printer. CHAPTER 1 Printer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Component Names and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5 Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6 Inside the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7 Indicators and the Paper Key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-8 Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9 Connecting to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Turning the Printer On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15 Turning the Printer On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-15 Turning the Printer Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-16 1-1 Printer Features 1 Before You Start Using This Printer High Performance Printing System "CAPT" The LBP2900/2900i is equipped with the latest CAPT (Canon Advanced Printing Technology) software that supports Windows OS. This system allows the data processing that is conventionally handled by the printer during printing to be batch processed by the computer, delivering high-speed printing that utilizes the full power of the computer. On top of this, the time taken until the computer is released has also been reduced, and printer information, such as paper out during printing, is displayed on the computer screen. USB 2.0 High Speed Installed as Standard The LBP2900/2900i is capable of high transmission speeds of up to 480 Mbps through an interface that features support for USB 2.0 High Speed. High Speed Printing and Super High Quality Printing Deliver the high printing speed of 12 pages per minute (LBP2900)/11 pages per minute (LBP2900i). Relieves the stress of waiting for a print job to finish. This printer is fitted with a 600dpi laser printer engine. A stunningly high resolution of 2400 effective dpi x 600 dpi is made possible through the Automatic Image Refinement which is unique to Canon. Furthermore, because the grayscale makes use of a dithering pattern, photographs and graphics can be printed with beautifully subtle reproduction. Support for a Wide Variety of Networks When used as a network printer, the printer status can be displayed on both the client and server computers. Job control can also be performed from either computer. Support for Various Types of Media The LBP2900/2900i supports plain paper, Index Card, envelopes (Envelope C5, Envelope COM10, Envelope DL, Envelope Monarch), label paper, transparencies and a variety of other paper. In addition, even though this is an A4 printer, A3 and B4 size documents can be printed reduced onto A4 paper using reduction mode. You can also print onto non-standard custom paper sizes. Low Power Consumption and Quick Startup The revolutionary On-Demand Fixing Technology, which is exclusive to Canon, delivers both energy savings and quick startup. This technology means that the fixing heater is only heated up momentarily during printing, and so no time is needed to warm the printer up. As a result, you can always start printing directly from standby mode without any delay. Furthermore, the energy saving design delivers an average energy consumption in standby mode of a mere 2W. 1-2 Printer Features Compact and Silent Design The compact design of the main printer body means that it can be used in the tiny spaces in the home or office. The noise-reducing design delivers quiet operation even during printing. Because the printer is silent in standby mode, you can use it even in the middle of the night, without having to be concerned about those around you. Simple Maintenance and Printer Status Window The toner cartridges made for this printer (Canon genuine part) are designed as a single part containing both toner and the light sensitive drum, so that they can be easily replaced. The Printer Status Window that is displayed during printing makes it easy to tell exactly what the printer is doing through the use of graphical and audio cues, improving the overall usability of the printer. 1 Before You Start Using This Printer Printer Features 1-3 Component Names and Functions 1 Before You Start Using This Printer This section describes the names and functions of each component of the printer so that you can use the printer properly and make full use of all of the printer's features. CAUTION Do not install this printer in a location where a wall or other object will block the ventilation slots in the printer. If the ventilations slots are blocked, the internal printer components will overheat, and this may cause a fire. NOTE Consult the store where you purchased this product in the event that any of the parts are broken. 1-4 Component Names and Functions Front View a b c 1 Before You Start Using This Printer d e c a Top Cover g f e Rear Paper Guide Adjust this to suit the loaded paper to keep the rear edge of the paper aligned. This cover needs to be opened to replace the toner cartridge or to clear paper jams. (See p. 5-3, p. 6-6) b Output Tray Assists in the collection of printed paper. f Multi-Purpose Tray This tray can hold up to a maximum of 150 sheets of plain paper (64 g/m2). (See p. 2-9) c Paper Guides These can be adjusted to match the width of the paper, allowing the paper to feed straight. g Manual Feed Tray This paper source is for use when you are printing on paper fed manually one sheet at a time. (See p. 2-9) d Small Paper Guide When you are loading small sized custom paper sizes, this should be attached to the rear paper guide. Component Names and Functions 1-5 Rear View a 1 Before You Start Using This Printer b f c d e a Ventilation Slots These are ventilation slots for cooling the internal parts of the printer. Do not block or obstruct the ventilation slots. d Rating Label This also shows the electrical current rating and average electrical current consumption. e USB Connector The USB cable plugs into this connector. This is used to connect the printer to the USB port on a computer, etc. (See p. 1-13) b Power Switch This switch turns the printer on and off. (See p. 1-15) c Power Socket Connect the supplied power cord to this socket. (See p. 1-9) f USB Cover Open this cover when you are connecting or disconnecting the USB cable. 1-6 Component Names and Functions Inside the Printer a 1 b Before You Start Using This Printer 1-7 a Toner Cartridge Guide When you install the toner cartridge, make sure that the protrusions on the edges of the cartridge align with this guide while you push the cartridge in. (See p. 5-6) b Transfer Roller This is a very important part of the printer that transfers toner onto the paper during printing. Component Names and Functions Indicators and the Paper Key a 1 Before You Start Using This Printer b a Power Indicator This light turns on when the power is on. b Paper Indicator / Paper Key This flashes when the printer runs out of paper or when the paper does not feed properly. After refilling a paper tray, press this key to restart printing. 1-8 Component Names and Functions Connecting the Power Cord This section explains how to connect the power cord to the printer. Refer to "Important Safety Instructions," on p. xiv before connecting the printer. 1 Before You Start Using This Printer Connecting the Power Cord WARNING · Do not scratch, break or modify the power cord. Do not place heavy items on the cord, pull on the cord, or bend the cord excessively. Electrical current may flow out from damaged parts of the cord, causing fire or electrical shock. · Do not place the cord near any heating appliance. This can melt the cord insulation, causing fires or electrical shock. · Do not plug in or unplug the electrical cord if your hands are wet. Doing so may cause an electrical shock. · Do not connect an excessive number of appliances to a single outlet. Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock. · Do not coil or tie knots in the electrical cord. Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock. · Make sure the plug is fully inserted into the power outlet. If the plug is not fully inserted, fire and electrical shock may result. · Do not use any electrical cables other than the supplied cord. Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock. · In principle, you should not connect the printer using an extension cord or connect too many appliances to a single power outlet. However, if there is no choice but to use an extension cord or connect multiple appliances to a single power outlet, it is the responsibility of the user to take care of the following cautions. If these cautions are not followed correctly, a fire or electrical shock may result. - Do not connect one extension cord to another. - Make sure that the voltage of the power plug matches the voltage on the rating label (attached to the back of the printer) when you use the printer. - Use an extension cord that can carry an electrical current greater than the value indicated on the rating label (attached to the back of the printer). - When you use an extension cord, untie the cord binding, and insert the power plug completely into the extension cord outlet to ensure a firm connection between the power cord and the extension cord. - Periodically check that the extension cord is not overheated. Connecting the Power Cord 1-9 CAUTION · Do not use a power source with a voltage other than that indicated. Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock. · When you unplug the power cord, make sure you hold the cord by the plug. If 1 Before You Start Using This Printer you pull on the cord itself, the cord may experience damage such as exposure of the core wires or an open circuit, and electrical current flowing out of the damaged section can cause fires or electrical shock. · Whenever you pull out the power plug, make sure there are no objects around the power plug. Do not pull out the power plug in an emergency. IMPORTANT · Do not plug the power cord into the auxiliary outlet on a computer. · One AC power outlet should be used exclusively for the printer. · Do not connect this printer to an uninterruptible power supply. The printer may malfunction when a power outage occurs, and there is a risk of damaging the printer. 1 Make sure that the power switch of the printer is turned off. The printer is off when the " " side of the power switch is pressed in. 2 Plug the supplied power cord securely into the power socket. 1-10 Connecting the Power Cord 3 Plug the power plug into the AC power outlet. 1 Before You Start Using This Printer Connecting the Power Cord 1-11 Connecting to a Computer 1 Before You Start Using This Printer This section describes how to connect the printer to a computer. This printer is fitted with a USB connector as standard, and can be connected to a computer using a USB cable. Connect the printer to a computer equipped with a USB port using a USB cable. WARNING · If you are connecting or disconnecting the USB cable while the printer power plug is connected to a power outlet, make sure that you do not touch the metal parts of the connector. Doing so may cause an electrical shock. · Do not pull out the USB cable while the computer or printer are turned on. Doing so may damage the printer. IMPORTANT This printer uses bidirectional communication. Operation of the printer when connected via unidirectional communication equipment has not been tested. As a result, Canon cannot guarantee printer operation when the printer is connected using unidirectional print servers, USB hubs and switching devices. NOTE · The USB interface of the printer depends on the OS of the computer it is connected to as follows. For further details, please inquire at the store where you purchased the printer. - Windows 98/Me: USB Full-Speed (USB1.1 equivalent) - Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003: USB 2.0 Hi-Speed/USB Full-Speed (USB1.1 equivalent) · When you connect this printer to a computer via a USB cable, use a computer where the USB port has been guaranteed to operate correctly by the manufacturer. · A USB cable is supplied with this printer only within countries and regions of Asia. In other countries and regions, prepare according to the specifications of your computer. 1 Make sure that the computer and printer are turned off at the power. 1-12 Connecting to a Computer 2 Open the USB cover. 1 Before You Start Using This Printer 3 Connect the B-type (square) end of the USB cable to the USB connector on the rear side of the printer, and close the USB cover. Connecting to a Computer 1-13 4 Connect the A-type (flat) end of the USB cable to the USB port on the computer. 1 Before You Start Using This Printer NOTE If you are not sure about the USB cable that is supported by your computer, contact the store where you purchased the computer. 1-14 Connecting to a Computer Turning the Printer On and Off The printer can be turned on and off using the power switch on the left side of the printer body. To avoid running into unexpected problems, be sure to correctly memorize this procedure. 1 Before You Start Using This Printer Turning the Printer On To begin using the printer, press the " " side of the power switch to turn the printer on. After performing a self-diagnostic check, the printer is ready to print. IMPORTANT · Do not turn the printer on again immediately after turning the printer off. If you want to turn the printer on again after turning it off, wait at least 10 seconds after turning the printer off before turning it on again. · Refer to "Troubleshooting," on p. 6-1 if the printer does not operate properly, or an error message appears in the Printer Status Window. · When you turn the printer on for the first time after installing it, a single sheet of white paper may be ejected from the printer. This is not a malfunction. 1 Press the " " side of the power switch to turn the printer on. Turning the Printer On and Off 1-15 The printer Power Indicator turns on and the printer runs a self-diagnostic test. If there are no errors in the self-diagnostic test, the printer is ready to print. Light On 1 Before You Start Using This Printer Turning the Printer Off Use the following procedure to turn the printer off. IMPORTANT · If the printer is used on a network, make sure that it is not printing data from another computer before turning the power off. · When the printer is turned off, any remaining print data in the printer's memory is erased. If you need the print data, wait for the printer to finish printing before turning the power off. · Do not turn the printer off under any of the following circumstances: - While printing - While running a self-diagnostic test immediately after turning the printer on 1 Press the " " side of the power switch to turn the printer off. IMPORTANT When the " " side of the power switch is pressed in, the power consumption of the printer is 0 W. 1-16 Turning the Printer On and Off Loading and Delivering Paper CHAPTER This chapter describes the types of paper that can be used with this printer, and how the paper is loaded and delivered. Paper Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Usable Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2 Printable Area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5 Paper You Cannot Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6 Storing Blank Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7 Storing Printed Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8 2 Paper Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Paper Source Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9 Paper Source Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10 Paper Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Output Tray Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11 Output Tray Capacities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12 Printing on Plain Paper, Heavy Paper, Label Paper, and Transparencies. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 Loading the Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13 Selecting Printer Driver Settings and Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22 Printing on Index Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26 Loading Index Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-26 Selecting Printer Driver Settings and Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-29 Printing on Envelopes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33 Loading Envelopes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-33 Selecting Printer Driver Settings and Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-40 Printing on Custom Paper Sizes (Non-Standard Sizes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 Loading Custom Paper Sizes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-44 Selecting Printer Driver Settings and Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-53 2-1 Paper Requirements Usable Paper 2 Loading and Delivering Paper To get the most out of the features of this printer, you should use the right kind of paper. If you use poor quality paper, the printing quality will deteriorate and the paper will jam easily. IMPORTANT · A safety feature that prevents printer damage due to overheating, etc. may be activated in the following circumstances, causing the printing speed to drop. - When printing continuously on B5, A5 or Executive size paper, the printing speed may drop to 3.9 ppm. · Use the paper capacity for each type of paper as a guide to the number of sheets of paper that can be printed continuously. Paper Sizes You can use the following paper sizes with this printer. The symbol indicates paper that can be loaded, and indicates paper that cannot be loaded. Paper Source Multi-Purpose Tray Manual Feed Tray Paper Size A4 B5 A5 Legal Letter Executive Custom Paper Size Width: 76.2 mm to 215.9 mm Length: 127.0 mm to 355.6 mm Envelope DL 110.0 mm x 220.0 mm Envelope COM10 105.0 mm x 241.0 mm Envelope C5 162.0 mm x 229.0 mm Envelope Monarch 98.4 mm x 190.5 mm Index Card 76.2 mm x 127.0 mm 2-2 Paper Requirements Paper Types You can use the following types of paper with this printer. The symbol indicates paper that can be loaded, and indicates paper that cannot be loaded. Paper Source Multi-Purpose Tray Manual Feed Tray Paper Type Plain Paper (64 to 90 g/m2) Heavy Paper (91 to 163 g/m2) Transparencies Label Paper Index Card Envelopes Printer Driver Setting [Plain Paper], [Plain Paper L]*1 [Heavy Paper], [Heavy Paper H]*2 [Transparency] [Plain Paper]*3 *4 *4 2 Loading and Delivering Paper *1 If the paper curls excessively when printed using the [Plain Paper] setting, select [Plain Paper L]. *2 If you want to get improved fixing properties over the results of printing using the [Heavy Paper] setting, select [Heavy Paper H]. *3 When you are printing on label paper, set the paper type setting to [Plain Paper]. *4 When printing Index Card or envelopes, the printer automatically selects the appropriate printing mode when you select the paper size. You can change the paper size using the [Output Size] setting on the [Page Setup] sheet. Plain Paper This printer can print on plain paper with width in the range of 76.2 to 215.9 mm, length in the range of 127.0 to 355.6 mm, and weight in the range of 64 to 90 g/m2 including the standard paper sizes: A4, B5, A5, Legal, Letter, and Executive. Heavy Paper This printer can print on heavy paper with width in the range of 76.2 to 215.9 mm, length in the range of 127.0 to 355.6 mm, and weight in the range of 91 to 163 g/m2 including the standard paper sizes: A4, B5, A5, Legal, Letter, and Executive. Transparencies This printer can print on A4 and Letter size transparencies. IMPORTANT Thoroughly fan through each sheet before loading transparencies as they easily stick to each other. Label Paper This printer can print on A4 and Letter size label paper. Paper Requirements 2-3 IMPORTANT Do not use the following types of label paper with this printer. Using label paper that meets any of these conditions may result in paper jams that are difficult to clear or may cause damage to the printer. - Peeling labels or partly used labels - Labels that peel off from the backing sheet too easily - Labels where the adhesive is exposed Index Card 2 Loading and Delivering Paper You can use index card in this printer. IMPORTANT Index card can only be loaded in the manual feed tray. Envelopes The envelopes that can be used with this printer are as follows: Envelope DL 110.0 mm x 220.0 mm (4.33 inch x 8.66 inch) Envelope Monarch 98.4 mm x 190.5 mm (3.88 inch x 7.50 inch) Envelope COM10 104.9 mm x 241.3 mm (4.13 inch x 9.50 inch) Envelope C5 162.0 mm x 229.0 mm (6.38 inch x 9.02 inch) * Envelopes with a flap on the short edge cannot be used. IMPORTANT · The following envelopes cannot be used with this printer. Using any of these envelopes may result in paper jams that are difficult to clear or may cause damage to the printer. - Envelopes with fasteners or snaps - Envelopes with address windows - Envelopes with adhesive on the surface - Wrinkled or creased envelopes - Poorly manufactured envelopes in which the glued parts are uneven - Irregularly-shaped envelopes · Before loading the envelopes, push down on the stack of envelopes to release any remaining air, and press down firmly along the folded edges of the envelopes. · Do not print on the reverse side (glued side) of envelopes. · Printing speed drops when printing on envelopes. 2-4 Paper Requirements NOTE When printing envelopes, the envelopes may become creased. Abbreviations of Paper Sizes The following abbreviations are used for the sizes displayed on the multi-purpose tray and manual feed tray. Paper Size Legal Letter Executive . Paper Guide LGL LTR EXEC 2 Loading and Delivering Paper 2-5 Printable Area The printable area of this printer is as follows: Plain Paper / Heavy Paper / Transparency / Label Paper You can print within the following area. 5 mm 4 mm 6 mm 5 mm Paper Requirements Envelopes / Index Card Printable up to 10 mm from the edges of an envelope. You may need to adjust the printing position depending the application you are using. (Sample : Envelope COM10) 241.3 mm 10 mm (9.50 inch) 10 mm 10 mm 2 Loading and Delivering Paper 104.9 mm (4.13 inch) 10 mm Paper You Cannot Use