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iX6800 series
Online Manual
Read Me First
Useful Functions Available on the Printer
Overview of the Printer
English
This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com

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  • Page 1 iX6800 series Online Manual Read Me First Useful Functions Available on the Printer Overview of the Printer English This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Read Me First........... . 6 How to Use the Online Manual.
  • Page 3 Paper Load Limit............61 Media Types You Cannot Use.
  • Page 4 Canon IJ Network Tool Screen........
  • Page 5 Status Screen..............168 Connection Performance Measurement Screen.
  • Page 6: Read Me First

    In addition, Canon may suspend or stop the disclosure of this guide due to unavoidable reasons. Canon shall not be liable for any damage suffered by customers as a result of changes in or deletion of information in this guide, or suspension/stoppage of disclosure of this guide.
  • Page 7: How To Use The Online Manual

    How to Use the Online Manual Symbols Used in This Document Warning Instructions that, if ignored, could result in death or serious personal injury caused by incorrect operation of the equipment. These must be observed for safe operation. Caution Instructions that, if ignored, could result in personal injury or material damage caused by incorrect operation of the equipment.
  • Page 8: Trademarks And Licenses

    • Photo Rag is a trademark of Hahnemühle FineArt GmbH. • Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Canon Inc. Note • The formal name of Windows Vista is Microsoft Windows Vista operating system.
  • Page 9: Search Tips

    Enter keywords in the search window and click (Search). You can search for target pages in this guide. Entry example: "(your product's model name) load paper", "(your product's model name) 1000" Search Tips You can search for target pages by entering keywords in the search window. Note •...
  • Page 10 Note • The displayed screen varies depending on your product. • Searching for Application Functions Enter your application's name and a keyword for the function you want to learn about Example: When you want to learn how to print collages with My Image Garden Enter "My Image Garden collage"...
  • Page 11: Notes On Operation Explanations

    Notes on Operation Explanations In this guide, most of the operations are described based on the windows displayed when Windows 8 operating system (called Windows 8 below) is used. This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 12: Useful Functions Available On The Printer

    Useful Functions Available on the Printer The following useful functions are available on the printer. Enjoy pleasant photography experience by utilizing various functions. Helpful Functions Available Through the Network You can print more conveniently through integration with smartphones and other devices or with services on the web. Useful Functions Available from Applications and the Main Unit You can create items such as collages easily or download delightful printing materials, and print them.
  • Page 13: Useful Functions Available From Applications And The Main Unit

    Useful Functions Available from Applications and the Main Unit On the printer, the following useful functions are available from applications and the main unit. • Print Photos Easily • Download Content Materials • Print Photos on Facebook Print Photos Easily Using an Application Organize Images Easily In My Image Garden, you can register the names of people and events to photos.
  • Page 14 If there is an item you like, you can easily print it in just two steps. 1. In Image Display of Quick Menu, select the item you want to print. 2. Print the item with My Image Garden. Place Photos Automatically Delightful items are created easily as the selected photos are placed automatically according to the theme.
  • Page 15 PREMIUM Contents can be downloaded easily via My Image Garden. Downloaded PREMIUM Contents can be printed directly with My Image Garden. To download PREMIUM Contents, make sure that genuine Canon ink tanks/ink cartridges are installed for all colors on a supported printer.
  • Page 16: Helpful Functions Available Through The Network

    Helpful Functions Available Through the Network The following useful functions are available on the machine. Enjoy even more pleasant photography experience by utilizing various functions. Print by using Google Cloud Print Print directly from your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch Manage your printer from a remote location by using Remote UI Print easily from your smartphone by using PIXMA Printing Solutions Printing with Windows RT...
  • Page 17 When the connection is complete, the Canon Inkjet Print Utility software, which allows you to specify detailed print settings, is downloaded automatically. By using Canon Inkjet Print Utility, you can check the printer status and specify detailed print settings. (The available functions will differ depending on your usage environment and connection method.)
  • Page 18: Printing With Google Cloud Print

    Printing with Google Cloud Print The machine is compatible with Google Cloud Print™ (Google Cloud Print is a service provided by Google Inc.). By using Google Cloud Print, you can print from anywhere with applications or services supporting Google Cloud Print. Preparations for Printing with Google Cloud Print Printing from Computer or Smartphone with Google Cloud Print Important...
  • Page 19: Preparations For Printing With Google Cloud Print

    Preparations for Printing with Google Cloud Print To print with Google Cloud Print, you need to get Google account and register the machine with Google Cloud Print in advance. Getting Google Account If you already have Google account, register the machine. Registering the Machine with Google Cloud Print Getting Google Account First, get your Google account in order to register the machine with Google Cloud Print.
  • Page 20 3. Select Setup. 4. Select Web service setup -> Web service connection setup -> Google Cloud Print setup -> Register with Google Cloud Print. Note • If you have already registered the machine with Google Cloud Print, the confirmation message to re-register the machine is displayed. 5.
  • Page 21 Note • If you have already registered the machine with Google Cloud Print, the confirmation message to re-register the machine is displayed. 4. When the confirmation screen to register the machine is displayed, select Yes. 5. In the print setup for Google Cloud Print, select the display language, and then select Authentication.
  • Page 22: Printing From Computer Or Smartphone With Google Cloud Print

    Printing from Computer or Smartphone with Google Cloud Print When you send print data with Google Cloud Print, the machine receives the print data and prints it automatically if the machine is turned on. When printing from a computer, smartphone, or other external device with Google Cloud Print, load paper into the machine in advance.
  • Page 23 the supported paper sizes, go to the Online Manual home page, and refer to the "Cannot Print Properly with Automatic Duplex Printing" for your model.) • If you select plain paper as media type or if you select B5/A5-size as paper size, the print data is printed with border even when you select the borderless print setting.
  • Page 24: Using Remote Ui

    This service allows you to check printer information and execute utility functions from your computer or smartphone. You can also use the convenient web services presented by Canon. Checking the printer IP address To use this service, first check the IP address of this machine from the operation panel of the machine.
  • Page 25 If your printer does not have a LCD monitor 2. Load one sheet of A4 size or Letter size plain paper 3. Hold down the Stop button until the Alarm lamp flashes 6 times 4. Release the button Printing of the network setup information starts. Remote UI startup In the Web browser, directly enter the IPv4 address that you checked from the LCD monitor of the machine.
  • Page 26 AirPrint settings This function allows you to specify the Apple AirPrint settings, such as position information. Google Cloud Print setup This function allows you to register this machine to Google Cloud Print or delete the machine. Firmware update This function allows you to update the firmware and check version information. Manual (Online) This function displays the Online Manual.
  • Page 27: Printing From Airprint Compliant Device

    Printing from AirPrint Compliant Device This document explains how to use AirPrint to print wirelessly from your iPad, iPhone and iPod touch to a Canon printer. AirPrint enables you to print photos, email, Web pages and documents from your Apple device directly to your printer without installing a driver.
  • Page 28 3. From the menu options, tap Print. 4. From Printer Options, select the model that you are using. Important • Because some app does not support AirPrint, Printer Options may not be displayed. If an app does not let you use printer options, you cannot print from that app. Note •...
  • Page 29 • Copies: Select the number of print copies. • Duplex Printing: If the model supports duplex printing, you can select On or Off. • Range: The page range can be used only with specific app and file types (such as PDF files).
  • Page 30 Deleting a Print Job To delete a print job with AirPrint, use one of the following two methods: • From the machine: If your printer has a LCD monitor, use the operation panel to cancel the print job. If you printer does not have a LCD monitor, press the Stop button on the machine to cancel the print job.
  • Page 31 Note • After you turn on the machine, it may take few minutes before the machine can communicate through a wireless LAN connection. Confirm that the machine is connected to the wireless LAN, and then try printing. • If Bonjour on the machine is disabled, AirPrint cannot be used. Check the LAN settings on the machine, and enable Bonjour.
  • Page 32: Overview Of The Printer

    Overview of the Printer Safety Guide Safety Precautions Regulatory and Safety Information Main Components and Basic Operations Main Components About the Power Supply of the Printer Loading Paper Loading Paper Replacing an Ink Tank Replacing an Ink Tank Checking the Ink Status Maintenance When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Performing Maintenance from a Computer...
  • Page 33: Safety Guide

    Safety Guide Safety Precautions Regulatory and Safety Information This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 34: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Choosing a location • Do not install the machine in a location that is unstable or subject to excessive vibration. • Do not install the machine in locations that are very humid or dusty, in direct sunlight, outdoors, or close to a heating source.
  • Page 35: Regulatory And Safety Information

    20cm between the radiator and persons body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles) and must not be colocated or operated with any other antenna or transmitter. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Park Melville, New York 11747 1-800-652-2666 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 36 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.
  • Page 37 Canon does not recommend extending the Activation Times from the optimum ones set as default. ®...
  • Page 38 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 39: Main Components And Basic Operations

    Main Components and Basic Operations Main Components About the Power Supply of the Printer This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 40: Main Components

    Main Components Front View Rear View Inside View This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 41: Front View

    Front View (1) top cover Open to replace an ink tank or remove jammed paper inside the printer. (2) paper support Extend to load paper in the rear tray. (3) rear tray Load paper here. Two or more sheets of the same size and type of paper can be loaded at the same time, and fed automatically one sheet at a time.
  • Page 42 * All lamps are shown lit in the above figure for explanatory purposes. (7) RESUME/CANCEL button/Alarm lamp Press to cancel a print job in progress. This lamp lights or flashes orange when an error occurs. You can press this button to release from printer error status and resume printing, after the printer problem is resolved.
  • Page 43: Rear View

    Rear View (1) wired LAN connector Plug in the LAN cable to connect the printer to a LAN. (2) USB port Plug in the USB cable to connect the printer with a computer. (3) power cord connector Plug in the supplied power cord. Important •...
  • Page 44: Inside View

    Inside View (1) ink lamps Lights or flashes red to indicate the ink tank status. Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps (2) print head holder The print head is pre-installed. Note • For details on replacing an ink tank, see Replacing an Ink Tank.
  • Page 45: About The Power Supply Of The Printer

    About the Power Supply of the Printer Confirming that the Power Is On Turning the Printer On and Off Notice for the Power Plug/Power Cord Notice for Unplugging the Power Cord This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 46: Confirming That The Power Is On

    Confirming that the Power Is On The POWER lamp is lit white when the printer is turned on. Note • It may take a while for the printer to start printing immediately after you turn on the printer. This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 47: Turning The Printer On And Off

    Turning the Printer On and Off Turning on the printer 1. Press the ON button to turn on the printer. The POWER lamp flashes and then remains lit white. Confirming that the Power Is On Note • It may take a while for the printer to start printing immediately after you turn on the printer. •...
  • Page 48 Managing the Printer Power This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 49: Notice For The Power Plug/Power Cord

    Notice for the Power Plug/Power Cord Unplug the power cord once a month to confirm that the power plug/power cord does not have anything unusual described below. • The power plug/power cord is hot. • The power plug/power cord is rusty. •...
  • Page 50: Notice For Unplugging The Power Cord

    Notice for Unplugging the Power Cord To unplug the power cord, follow the procedure below. Important • When you unplug the power cord, press the ON button, then confirm that the POWER lamp is off. Unplugging the power cord while the POWER lamp is lit or flashing white may cause drying or clogging of the print head and print quality may be reduced.
  • Page 51: Loading Paper

    Loading Paper Loading Paper This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 52: Loading Paper

    Loading Paper Loading Plain Paper / Photo Paper Loading Envelopes Media Types You Can Use Media Types You Cannot Use Printing Area This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 53: Loading Plain Paper / Photo Paper

    • If you cut plain paper into small size such as 4" x 6" (10 x 15 cm) or 5" x 7" (13 x 18 cm) to perform trial print, it can cause paper jams. Note • We recommend Canon genuine photo paper for printing photos. For details on the Canon genuine paper, see Media Types You Can Use.
  • Page 54 4. Slide the paper guides (A) to open them, and load the paper in the center of the rear tray WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING YOU. 5. Slide the paper guides (A) to align them with both sides of the paper stack. Do not slide the paper guides too hard.
  • Page 55 Note • After loading paper, select the size and type of the loaded paper on the print settings screen of the printer driver. This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 56: Loading Envelopes

    Loading Envelopes You can load Envelope DL and Envelope Com 10. The address is automatically rotated and printed according to the envelope's direction by specifying with the printer driver properly. Important • Do not use the following envelopes. They could jam in the printer or cause the printer to malfunction. •...
  • Page 57 4. Slide the paper guides (A) to open them, and load the paper in the center of the rear tray WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING YOU. The folded flap of the envelope will be faced up on the left side. Up to 10 envelopes can be loaded at once.
  • Page 58 Note • Do not load envelopes higher than the load limit mark (D). Note • After loading envelopes, select the size and type of the loaded envelopes on the print settings screen of the printer driver. This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 59: Media Types You Can Use

    Media Types You Can Use Choose paper suitable for printing, for the best print results. Canon provides you various types of paper to enhance the fun of printing, such as stickers as well as papers for photo or document. We recommend the use of Canon genuine paper for printing your important photos.
  • Page 60 • 17 to 28 lb (64 to 105 g /m ) (except for Canon genuine paper) Do not use heavier or lighter paper (except for Canon genuine paper), as it could jam in the printer. Notes on Storing Paper • Take out only the necessary number of paper from the package, just before printing.
  • Page 61: Paper Load Limit

    Approx. 150 sheets Approx. 50 sheets Envelopes 10 envelopes Canon Genuine Papers Note • We recommend that you remove the previously printed sheet from the paper output tray before continuously printing to avoid blurs and discoloration (except for High Resolution Paper <HR-101N>).
  • Page 62 High Resolution Paper <HR-101N> 20 sheets: A3+ 20 sheets: A3+ and A3 50 sheets: A3 50 sheets: A4 and Letter 80 sheets: A4 and Letter Paper for creating your own prints: Media Name <Model No.> Rear Tray T-Shirt Transfers <TR-301> 1 sheet Photo Stickers <PS-101>...
  • Page 63: Media Types You Cannot Use

    • Paper that is too thin (weighing less than 17 lb (64 g /m • Paper that is too thick (weighing more than 28 lb (105 g /m ), except for Canon genuine paper) • Paper thinner than a postcard, including plain paper or notepad paper cut to a small size (when printing on paper smaller than A5) •...
  • Page 64: Printing Area

    Printing Area Printing Area Other Sizes than Letter, Legal, Envelopes Letter, Legal Envelopes This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 65: Printing Area

    Recommended printing area : Canon recommends that you print within this area. Printable area : The area where it is possible to print. However, printing in this area can affect the print quality or the paper feed precision.
  • Page 66: Other Sizes Than Letter, Legal, Envelopes

    Other Sizes than Letter, Legal, Envelopes Size Printable Area (width x height) 5.56 x 7.95 inches (141.2 x 202.0 mm) 8.00 x 11.38 inches (203.2 x 289.0 mm) 11.43 x 16.22 inches (290.2 x 412.0 mm) 12.69 x 18.70 inches (322.2 x 475.0 mm) 6.90 x 9.80 inches (175.2 x 249.0 mm) 9.85 x 14.02 inches (250.2 x 356.0 mm) 4"...
  • Page 67: Letter, Legal

    Letter, Legal Size Printable Area (width x height) Letter 8.00 x 10.69 inches (203.2 x 271.4 mm) Legal 8.00 x 13.69 inches (203.2 x 347.6 mm) Recommended printing area (A) 1.59 inches (40.4 mm) (B) 1.47 inches (37.4 mm) Printable area (C) 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) (D) 0.20 inch (5.0 mm) (E) 0.25 inch (6.4 mm)
  • Page 68: Envelopes

    Envelopes Size Recommended Printing Area (width x height) Envelope DL 3.88 x 7.06 inches (98.8 x 179.6 mm) Envelope Com 10 3.68 x 7.90 inches (93.5 x 200.9 mm) Recommended printing area (A) 0.12 inch (3.0 mm) (B) 1.47 inches (37.4 mm) (C) 0.22 inch (5.6 mm) (D) 0.22 inch (5.6 mm) This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 69: Replacing An Ink Tank

    Replacing an Ink Tank Replacing an Ink Tank Checking the Ink Status This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 70: Replacing An Ink Tank

    Replacing an Ink Tank When remaining ink cautions or errors occur, the Alarm lamp will flash orange to inform you of the error. Count the number of flashes and take appropriate action. If an Error Occurs Note • For information on the compatible ink tank, refer to the printed manual: Safety and Important Information.
  • Page 71 Caution • Do not hold the print head holder to stop or move it forcibly. Do not touch the print head holder until it stops completely. Important • Do not place any object on the top cover. It will fall into the rear tray when the top cover is opened and cause the printer to malfunction.
  • Page 72 • For details on ink lamp flashing speed, see Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps. 4. Prepare a new ink tank. 1. Take a new ink tank out of its package, remove the orange tape ( ) completely, then remove the protective film ( ) completely.
  • Page 73 Important • Do not push the sides of the ink tank. If you push the sides of the ink tank with the Y-shape air hole (B) blocked, ink may splash. • Do not touch the inside of the orange protective cap (C) or the open ink port (D). The ink may stain your hands if you touch them.
  • Page 74 Important • You cannot print if the ink tank is installed in the wrong position. Be sure to install the ink tank in the correct position according to the label on the print head holder. • You cannot print unless all the ink tanks are installed. Be sure to install all the ink tanks. 6.
  • Page 75: Checking The Ink Status

    Checking the Ink Status Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps You can also check the ink status on the computer screen. Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 76: Checking The Ink Status With The Ink Lamps

    Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps 1. Make sure that the power is turned on, and open the front cover gently. 2. Open the top cover. Replacing Procedure 3. Check the ink lamp. Close the top cover after checking the ink lamp status. Replacing Procedure •...
  • Page 77 removed from the bottom of the ink tank, then press on the top of the ink tank until the ink tank clicks into place. If the ink lamp is still off after reinstalling the ink tank, there has been an error and the printer cannot print.
  • Page 78: Maintenance

    Maintenance When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Printer This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 79: When Printing Becomes Faint Or Colors Are Incorrect

    When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Maintenance Procedure Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Cleaning the Print Head Aligning the Print Head This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 80: Maintenance Procedure

    Maintenance Procedure If print results are blurred, colors are not printed correctly, or print results are unsatisfactory (e.g. misaligned printed ruled lines), perform the maintenance procedure below. Important • Do not rinse or wipe the print head and ink tank. This can cause trouble with the print head and ink tank.
  • Page 81 Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer After cleaning the print head, print and examine the nozzle check pattern: Step1 If the problem is not resolved after performing from step 1 to step 3 twice: Clean the print head deeply. Step4 From the computer Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer...
  • Page 82: Printing The Nozzle Check Pattern

    Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzle. Note • If the remaining ink level is low, the nozzle check pattern will not be printed correctly. Replace the ink tank whose ink is low.
  • Page 83: Examining The Nozzle Check Pattern

    Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Examine the nozzle check pattern, and clean the print head if necessary. 1. Check if there are missing lines in the pattern (A) or horizontal white streaks in the pattern (B). (C) Number of sheets printed so far If there are missing lines in the pattern (A): Cleaning the print head is required.
  • Page 84: Cleaning The Print Head

    Cleaning the Print Head Clean the print head if lines are missing or if horizontal white streaks are present in the printed nozzle check pattern. Cleaning unclogs the nozzles and restores the print head condition. Cleaning the print head consumes ink, so clean the print head only when necessary. 1.
  • Page 85: Aligning The Print Head

    Aligning the Print Head If printed ruled lines are misaligned or print results are otherwise unsatisfactory, adjust the print head position. Note • If the remaining ink level is low, the print head alignment sheet will not be printed correctly. Replace the ink tank whose ink is low.
  • Page 86: Performing Maintenance From A Computer

    Performing Maintenance from a Computer Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers from Your Computer Aligning the Print Head Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check Pattern Cleaning Inside the Printer This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 87: Cleaning The Print Heads From Your Computer

    Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer The print head cleaning function allows you to clear up clogged print head nozzle. Perform print head cleaning if printing is faint or a specific color fails to print, even though there is enough ink. The procedure for cleaning the print head is as follows: Cleaning 1.
  • Page 88 When the Deep Cleaning dialog box opens, select the ink group for which deep cleaning is to be performed. Click Initial Check Items to display the items you need to check before performing deep cleaning. 3. Execute deep cleaning Make sure that the printer is on and then click Execute. Click OK when the confirmation message appears.
  • Page 89: Cleaning The Paper Feed Rollers From Your Computer

    Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers from Your Computer Cleans the paper feed rollers. Perform feed roller cleaning when there are paper particles sticking to the paper feed rollers and paper is not fed properly. The procedure for performing the feed roller cleaning is as follows: Roller Cleaning 1.
  • Page 90: Aligning The Print Head

    Aligning the Print Head When you perform head position adjustment, errors in the print head adjustment position are corrected and conditions such as color and line streaking are improved. If the print results appear uneven because of line shifts or other conditions, adjust the position of the print head.
  • Page 91: Aligning The Print Head Position From Your Computer

    Aligning the Print Head Position from Your Computer Print head alignment corrects the installation positions of the print head and improves deviated colors and lines. This printer supports two head alignment methods: automatic head alignment and manual head alignment. Normally, the printer is set for automatic head alignment. If the printing results of automatic print head alignment are not satisfactory, perform manual head alignment.
  • Page 92: Aligning The Print Head Position Manually From Your Computer

    Aligning the Print Head Position Manually from Your Computer Print head alignment corrects the installation positions of the print head and improves deviated colors and lines. This printer supports two head alignment methods: automatic head alignment and manual head alignment. Normally, the printer is set for automatic head alignment.
  • Page 93 Enter the numbers of the patterns with the least amount of streaks in the associated boxes. Even if the patterns with the least amount of streaks are clicked in the preview window, their numbers are automatically entered in the associated boxes. When you have entered all the necessary values, click OK.
  • Page 94 When you have entered all the necessary values, click OK. Note • If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable vertical streaks. (A) Least noticeable vertical streaks (B) Most noticeable vertical streaks 11.
  • Page 95 When you have entered all the necessary values, click OK. Note • If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable horizontal stripes. (A) Least noticeable horizontal stripes (B) Most noticeable horizontal stripes Note •...
  • Page 96: Use Your Computer To Print A Nozzle Check Pattern

    Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check Pattern The nozzle check function allows you to check whether the print head is working properly by printing a nozzle check pattern. Print the pattern if printing becomes faint, or if a specific color fails to print. The procedure for printing a nozzle check pattern is as follows: Nozzle Check 1.
  • Page 97: Cleaning Inside The Printer

    Cleaning Inside the Printer Perform bottom plate cleaning before you execute duplex printing to prevent smudges on the back side of the paper. Also perform bottom plate cleaning if ink smudges caused by something other than print data appear on the printed page.
  • Page 98: Cleaning The Printer

    Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer Cleaning the Inside of the Printer (Bottom Plate Cleaning) You can also clean the paper feed roller from a computer. Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers from Your Computer This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 99: Cleaning The Exterior Of The Printer

    Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer Be sure to use a soft and dry cloth such as eyeglasses cleaning cloth and wipe off dirt on the surface gently. Smooth out wrinkles on the cloth if necessary before cleaning. Important • Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before cleaning the printer. •...
  • Page 100: Cleaning The Inside Of The Printer (Bottom Plate Cleaning)

    Cleaning the Inside of the Printer (Bottom Plate Cleaning) Remove stains from the inside of the printer. If the inside of the printer becomes dirty, printed paper may get dirty, so we recommend performing cleaning regularly. You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper* * Be sure to use a new piece of paper.
  • Page 101 This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 102: Changing The Printer Settings

    Changing the Printer Settings Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Initializing the Printer Settings This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 103: Changing Printer Settings From Your Computer

    Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer Changing the Print Options Registering a Frequently Used Printing Profile Managing the Printer Power Reducing the Printer Noise Changing the Printer Operation Mode This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 104: Changing The Print Options

    Changing the Print Options You can change the detailed printer driver settings for print data that is sent from an application software. Specify this option if you encounter print failures such as part of an image data being cut off. The procedure for changing the print options is as follows: 1.
  • Page 105: Registering A Frequently Used Printing Profile

    Registering a Frequently Used Printing Profile You can register the frequently used printing profile to Commonly Used Settings on the Quick Setup tab. Unnecessary printing profiles can be deleted at any time. The procedure for registering a printing profile is as follows: Registering a Printing Profile 1.
  • Page 106 Important • To save the page size, orientation, and number of copies that was set in each sheet, click Options..., and check each item. Note • When you re-install the printer driver or upgrade the printer driver version, the print settings that are already registered will be deleted from Commonly Used Settings.
  • Page 107: Managing The Printer Power

    Managing the Printer Power This function allows you to manage the printer power from the printer driver. The procedure for managing the printer power is as follows: Power Off The Power Off function turns off the printer. When you use this function, you will not be able to turn the printer on from the printer driver.
  • Page 108 Note • When the printer is turned off, the Canon IJ Status Monitor message varies depending on the Auto Power On setting. When the setting is Enable, "Printer is standing by" is displayed. When the setting is Disable, "Printer is offline"...
  • Page 109: Reducing The Printer Noise

    Reducing the Printer Noise The silent function allows you to reduce the operating noise of this printer. Select when you wish to reduce the operating noise of the printer at night, etc. Using this function may lower the print speed. The procedure for using the quiet mode is as follows: Quiet Settings 1.
  • Page 110 Note • The effects of the quiet mode may be less depending on the print quality settings. This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 111: Changing The Printer Operation Mode

    Changing the Printer Operation Mode If necessary, switch between various modes of printer operation. The procedure for configuring Custom Settings is as follows: Custom Settings 1. Open the printer driver setup window 2. Make sure that the printer is on, and then click Custom Settings on the Maintenance The Custom Settings dialog box opens.
  • Page 112 Detect the paper width when printing from computer When you print from the computer, this function identifies the paper that was loaded into this printer. When the paper width detected by the printer differs from the width of the paper specified in Page Size on the Page Setup tab, a message is displayed.
  • Page 113: Initializing The Printer Settings

    Initializing the Printer Settings You can initialize the printer settings. Important • When using the printer over LAN, note that initialization erases all network settings on the printer, and printing operation from a computer over network may become impossible. To use the printer over network, perform setup with the Setup CD-ROM or perform it according to the instructions on our website.
  • Page 114: Information About Network Connection

    Information about Network Connection Useful Information about Network Connection This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 115: Useful Information About Network Connection

    Useful Information about Network Connection Initial Values Set at Factory (Network) Connecting the Printer to the Computer Using a USB Cable When Detecting the Printers Have the Same Name during Setup Connecting to Other Computer with LAN/Changing the Connection Method from USB to LAN Printing Out Network Setting Information This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 116: Initial Values Set At Factory (Network)

    Enable Enable/disable WSD (WSD settings) Enable Timeout setting (WSD settings) 1 minute Enable/disable Bonjour (Bonjour settings) Enable Service name (Bonjour settings) Canon iX6800 series LPR protocol setting Enable Wireless LAN DRX Enable Wired LAN DRX Enable (* The initial value in this item varies by the printer.)
  • Page 117: Connecting The Printer To The Computer Using A Usb Cable

    Connecting the Printer to the Computer Using a USB Cable Connect the printer and the computer using a USB cable as the illustration below. The USB port is located on the rear of the printer. This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 118: When Detecting The Printers Have The Same Name During Setup

    When Detecting the Printers Have the Same Name during Setup When the printer is detected during setup, you may see multiple printers of the same name on the detection result screen. Select a printer with checking the MAC address set to the printer against the MAC address on detection result screen.
  • Page 119: Connecting To Other Computer With Lan/Changing The Connection Method From Usb To Lan

    Connecting to Other Computer with LAN/Changing the Connection Method from USB to LAN To add the computer connecting the printer with LAN or to change the connection method between the printer and the computer from USB to LAN, perform setup with the Setup CD-ROM or perform it according to the instructions on our website.
  • Page 120: Printing Out Network Setting Information

    Printing Out Network Setting Information You can print out the network settings of the printer such as its IP address and SSID. Important • This print out contains valuable information about your computer. Handle it with care. Make sure that the printer is turned on. Load a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper.
  • Page 121 Security Protocol*2 Method of the Security Protocol ESP/ESP & AH/AH WPS PIN CODE WPS PIN code XXXXXXXX Wireless LAN DRX Discontinuous reception (wireless Enable/Disable LAN) Wired LAN Wired LAN Enable/Disable Connection Status of the Wired LAN Active/Inactive MAC Address MAC Address XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX TCP/IP Version TCP/IP Version...
  • Page 122 IP Address Filtering IP Address Filtering Enable/Disable ("XX" represents alphanumeric characters.) *1 Only when IPv6 is activated, the status of the network is printed. *2 Only IPv6 and the IPsec setting are activated, the status of the network is printed. This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 123: About Network Communication

    About Network Communication Changing and Confirming Network Settings Screens for Network Connection of IJ Network Tool Other Screens of IJ Network Tool Appendix for Network Communication This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 124: Changing And Confirming Network Settings

    Changing and Confirming Network Settings IJ Network Tool Changing the Settings in the Wireless LAN Sheet Changing the WEP Detailed Settings Changing the WPA or WPA2 Detailed Settings Changing the Settings in the Wired LAN Sheet Changing the Settings in the Admin Password Sheet Monitoring Wireless Network Status Initializing the Network Settings of the Machine Viewing the Modified Settings...
  • Page 125: Ij Network Tool

    • Do not print when IJ Network Tool is running. • If the firewall function of your security software is turned on, a message may appear warning that Canon software is attempting to access the network. If the warning message appears, set the security software to always allow access.
  • Page 126: Changing The Settings In The Wireless Lan Sheet

    Changing the Settings in the Wireless LAN Sheet To change the wireless network settings of the printer, connect the printer and the computer with a USB cable temporarily. If you modify the wireless network settings of the computer over wireless connection without USB connection, your computer may not be able to communicate with the machine after modifying the settings.
  • Page 127 Note • Enter the same SSID that the access point is configured to use. The SSID is case-sensitive. Encryption Method: Select the encryption method used over the wireless LAN. You can change WEP settings with selecting Use WEP and clicking Configuration..Changing the WEP Detailed Settings You can change WPA or WPA2 settings with selecting Use WPA or Use WPA2 and clicking Configuration..
  • Page 128: Changing The Wep Detailed Settings

    Changing the WEP Detailed Settings Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. To change the wireless network settings of the printer, connect the printer and the computer with a USB cable temporarily. If you modify the wireless network settings of the computer over wireless connection without USB connection, your computer may not be able to communicate with the machine after modifying the settings.
  • Page 129 2. Key Length: Select either 64bit or 128bit. 3. Key Format: Select either ASCII or Hex. 4. Key ID: Select the Key ID (index) set to the access point. 5. Authentication: Select the authentication method to authenticate the printer's access to the access point. Normally, select Auto.
  • Page 130: Changing The Wpa Or Wpa2 Detailed Settings

    Changing the WPA or WPA2 Detailed Settings Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. To change the wireless network settings of the printer, connect the printer and the computer with a USB cable temporarily. If you modify the wireless network settings of the computer over wireless connection without USB connection, your computer may not be able to communicate with the machine after modifying the settings.
  • Page 131 8. Enter the passphrase, confirm the type of dynamic encryption and click Next>. Enter the passphrase set to the access point. The passphrase should be a string of 8 to 63 alphanumeric characters or a 64-digit hexadecimal value. If you do not know the access point passphrase, refer to the instruction manual provided with the access point or contact its manufacturer.
  • Page 132 Important • If the printer cannot communicate with the computer after the encryption type of the printer was switched, make sure that encryption types for the computer and the access point match that set to the printer. Note • Changing the network settings with the USB cable temporarily may switch the default printer. In this case, reset Set as Default Printer.
  • Page 133: Changing The Settings In The Wired Lan Sheet

    Changing the Settings in the Wired LAN Sheet Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. • Activate the wired LAN setting of the printer to change the settings in the Wired LAN sheet. Start up IJ Network Tool.
  • Page 134: Changing The Settings In The Admin Password Sheet

    Changing the Settings in the Admin Password Sheet Start up IJ Network Tool. 2. Select the printer in Printers:. 3. Select Configuration... from the Settings menu. 4. Click the Admin Password tab. The Admin Password sheet is displayed. For details on the Admin Password sheet, see Admin Password Sheet.
  • Page 135: Monitoring Wireless Network Status

    Monitoring Wireless Network Status Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. • When using the machine over the wired LAN, you cannot monitor network status. Start up IJ Network Tool. 2. Select the printer in Printers:. 3.
  • Page 136 6. Check the status. When the measurement is complete, the status is displayed. When is displayed in Connection Performance between the Printer and the Access Point:, the printer can communicate with the access point. Otherwise, refer to displayed comments and the following to improve the status of communication link, and click Remeasurement.
  • Page 137 still appears even if you have tried the above, finish the measurement, then restart the IJ Network Tool to start over the measurement. 7. Click Finish. Note • If any messages appear on Overall Network Performance:, move the machine and access point as instructed to improve the performance.
  • Page 138: Initializing The Network Settings Of The Machine

    Note • You can change the network settings of the printer using IJ Network Tool with USB connection after initializing the LAN settings. To change the network settings using Canon IJ Network Tool, activate wireless LAN in advance. This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 139: Viewing The Modified Settings

    Viewing the Modified Settings The Confirmation screen is displayed when you modified the printer settings on the Configuration screen. When you click Yes on the Confirmation screen, the following screen is displayed for confirming the modified settings. This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 140: Screens For Network Connection Of Ij Network Tool

    Screens for Network Connection of IJ Network Tool Canon IJ Network Tool Screen Configuration Screen Wireless LAN Sheet Search Screen WEP Details Screen WPA Details Screen WPA2 Details Screen Authentication Type Confirmation Screen PSK: Passphrase and Dynamic Encryption Setup Screen...
  • Page 141: Canon Ij Network Tool Screen

    Canon IJ Network Tool Screen This section describes the items and menus displayed on the Canon IJ Network Tool screen. Items on the Canon IJ Network Tool Screen Canon IJ Network Tool Menus Items on the Canon IJ Network Tool Screen The following item is displayed on the Canon IJ Network Tool screen.
  • Page 142 Status Screen Refresh Updates and displays the contents of Printers: on the Canon IJ Network Tool screen to the latest information. Important • To change the printer's network settings using IJ Network Tool, it must be connected via a LAN.
  • Page 143 • If the printer is being used from another computer, a screen is displayed informing you of this condition. Note • This item has the same function as Update in the Canon IJ Network Tool screen. Network Information Displays the Network Information screen to confirm the network settings of the printer and the computer.
  • Page 144: Configuration Screen

    Configuration Screen You can change the configuration of the printer selected on the Canon IJ Network Tool screen. Click the tab to select the sheet to change the settings. The following screen is the example to change the setting on the Wireless LAN sheet.
  • Page 145: Wireless Lan Sheet

    Wireless LAN Sheet Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. Allows you to set the printer with wireless LAN connection. To display the Wireless LAN sheet, click the Wireless LAN tab on the Configuration screen. 1.
  • Page 146 Do not use Select to disable encryption. Use WEP Transmission is encrypted using a WEP key you specified. If a WEP key has not been set, the WEP Details screen is displayed automatically. To change WEP settings set before, click Configuration... to display the screen. Changing the WEP Detailed Settings Use WPA/Use WPA2 Transmission is encrypted using a WPA or WPA2 key you specified.
  • Page 147: Search Screen

    Search Screen Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. The access points detected are listed. 1. Detected Access Points: The signal strength from the access point, encryption type, name of access point, and the radio channel can be confirmed.
  • Page 148 Note • When detecting your target access point, make sure that the access point is turned on. 3. Set Click to set the access point's SSID in SSID: on the Wireless LAN sheet. Note • The WEP Details screen, the WPA Details screen, or the WPA2 Details screen appears if the selected access point is encrypted.
  • Page 149: Wep Details Screen

    WEP Details Screen Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. Specify the printer WEP settings. Note • When changing the password (WEP key) of the printer, the same change must be made to the password (WEP key) of the access point.
  • Page 150: Wpa Details Screen

    WPA Details Screen Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. Specify the printer WPA settings. The value displayed on the screen differs depending on the present settings. 1. Authentication Type: Displays the type of authentication used for client authentication. This machine supports the PSK authentication method.
  • Page 151: Wpa2 Details Screen

    WPA2 Details Screen Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. Specify the printer WPA2 settings. The value displayed on the screen differs depending on the present settings. 1. Authentication Type: Displays the type of authentication used for client authentication. This machine supports the PSK authentication method.
  • Page 152: Authentication Type Confirmation Screen

    Authentication Type Confirmation Screen Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. Type of authentication used for client authentication is displayed. 1. Authentication Type Type of authentication used for client authentication is displayed. This machine supports the PSK authentication method. This authentication type PSK uses a passphrase.
  • Page 153: Psk: Passphrase And Dynamic Encryption Setup Screen

    PSK: Passphrase and Dynamic Encryption Setup Screen Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. Enter the passphrase and select the dynamic encryption method. 1. Passphrase: Enter the passphrase set to the access point. The passphrase should be a string of 8 to 63 alphanumeric characters or a 64-digit hexadecimal value.
  • Page 154: Setup Information Confirmation Screen

    Setup Information Confirmation Screen Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. Displays the settings used for client authentication. Confirm the settings and click Finish. This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 155: Wired Lan Sheet

    Wired LAN Sheet Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. Allows you to set the printer with wired LAN connection. To display the Wired LAN sheet, click the Wired LAN tab on the Configuration screen. 1.
  • Page 156: Admin Password Sheet

    Admin Password Sheet Set a password for the printer to allow specific people to perform setup and configurations operation. To display the Admin Password sheet, click the Admin Password tab on the Configuration screen. 1. Use admin password Set a password for the administrator with privileges to set up and change detailed options. To use this feature, select this check box and enter a password.
  • Page 157: Network Information Screen

    Display the network information that is set for the printers and the computers. To display the Network Information screen, select Network Information from the View menu. 1. OK Returns to the Canon IJ Network Tool screen. 2. Copy All Information All network information displayed is copy to the clipboard.
  • Page 158: Access Control Sheet

    Access Control Sheet Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. You can register the MAC addresses or the IP addresses of computers or network devices to allow access. To display the Access Control sheet, click the Access Control tab on the Configuration screen. 1.
  • Page 159 1. Enable printer access control(MAC address) Select to enable access control to the printer by MAC address. Note • The two types of access control (i.e., by MAC address and by IP address) can be enabled at the same time. An access control type is enabled as long as the Enable printer access control check box is selected, regardless of the type currently displayed by selecting in Printer Access Control Type:.
  • Page 160 1. Enable printer access control(IP address) Select to enable access control to the printer by IP address. Note • The two types of access control (i.e., by MAC address and by IP address) can be enabled at the same time. An access control type is enabled as long as the Enable printer access control check box is selected, regardless of the type currently displayed by selecting in Printer Access Control Type:.
  • Page 161 5. Delete Deletes the selected IP address from the list. This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 162: Edit Accessible Mac Address Screen/Add Accessible Mac Address Screen

    Edit Accessible MAC Address Screen/Add Accessible MAC Address Screen Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. The example screenshots in this section refer to the Add Accessible MAC Address Screen. 1. MAC Address: Enter the MAC address of a computer or a network device to allow access.
  • Page 163: Edit Accessible Ip Address Screen/Add Accessible Ip Address Screen

    Edit Accessible IP Address Screen/Add Accessible IP Address Screen Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. The example screenshots in this section refer to the Add Accessible IP Address Screen. 1. Specification Method: Select either Single Address Specification or Range Specification to add the IP address(es).
  • Page 164: Other Screens Of Ij Network Tool

    Other Screens of IJ Network Tool Canon IJ Network Tool Screen Status Screen Connection Performance Measurement Screen Maintenance Screen Network Setup of the Card Slot Screen Associate Port Screen Network Information Screen This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 165: Canon Ij Network Tool Screen

    Canon IJ Network Tool Screen This section describes the items and menus displayed on the Canon IJ Network Tool screen. Items on the Canon IJ Network Tool Screen Canon IJ Network Tool Menus Items on the Canon IJ Network Tool Screen The following item is displayed on the Canon IJ Network Tool screen.
  • Page 166 Status Screen Refresh Updates and displays the contents of Printers: on the Canon IJ Network Tool screen to the latest information. Important • To change the printer's network settings using IJ Network Tool, it must be connected via a LAN.
  • Page 167 • If the printer is being used from another computer, a screen is displayed informing you of this condition. Note • This item has the same function as Update in the Canon IJ Network Tool screen. Network Information Displays the Network Information screen to confirm the network settings of the printer and the computer.
  • Page 168: Status Screen

    Status Screen You can check the printer status and connection performance. To display the Status screen, select Status from the View menu. Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. • When using wired LAN, Signal Strength:, Link Quality: and Advanced Measurement... are not available.
  • Page 169: Connection Performance Measurement Screen

    Connection Performance Measurement Screen Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. Displays to execute the connection performance measurement. Connection Performance Measurement Screen (Initial Screen) Connection Performance Measurement Screen (Completion Screen) Connection Performance Measurement Screen (Initial Screen) Click Next>...
  • Page 170 1. Connection Performance between the Printer and the Access Point: A mark indicates the result of the connection performance measurement between the printer and the access point. : Good connection performance : Unstable connection performance : Cannot connect : Measurement is canceled, or cannot measure 2.
  • Page 171: Maintenance Screen

    Maintenance Screen Displays to perform Setting Initialization and Network Setup of the Card Slot. To display the Maintenance screen, select Maintenance... from the Settings menu. 1. Setting Initialization Reverts all the network settings of the printer to factory default. Click Initialize to display the Initialize Settings screen and click Yes to initialize the network settings of the printer.
  • Page 172: Network Setup Of The Card Slot Screen

    Network Setup of the Card Slot Screen Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. Displays settings of the card slot and allows you to map a card slot on the network as a network drive on the computer.
  • Page 173 1. Skip Completes the setup without mapping a network drive to the card slot. 2. Retry Returns to Network Setup of the Card Slot screen and re-executes the network drive mapping. 3. Cancel Cancels the card slot setup. When IJ Network Tool is running over LAN, the Cancel button is displayed grayed out and cannot be clicked.
  • Page 174: Associate Port Screen

    Associate Port Screen Allows you to associate a created port with a printer driver. Select the printer for which you want to change the association, then click OK. Note • You cannot print with the printer unless the printer driver is associated with the port. 1.
  • Page 175: Network Information Screen

    Display the network information that is set for the printers and the computers. To display the Network Information screen, select Network Information from the View menu. 1. OK Returns to the Canon IJ Network Tool screen. 2. Copy All Information All network information displayed is copy to the clipboard.
  • Page 176: Appendix For Network Communication

    Appendix for Network Communication Using the Card Slot over a Network When the Printer Driver Is Not Associated with a Port About Technical Terms Restrictions About Firewall This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 177: Using The Card Slot Over A Network

    Using the Card Slot over a Network Note • This screen is not available depending on the printer you are using. Mounting the Card Slot as the Network Drive Restrictions on Card Slot Use over a Network Mounting the Card Slot as the Network Drive The card slot must be mounted to use it over a network.
  • Page 178 7. Make sure that the card slot is mounted. When the card slot is mounted, the following icon appears on Computer (or My Computer). Restrictions on Card Slot Use over a Network • The card slot can be shared by multiple computers, if the machine is connected to a network. Multiple computers can read files from a memory card in the card slot at the same time.
  • Page 179: When The Printer Driver Is Not Associated With A Port

    When the Printer Driver Is Not Associated with a Port If No Driver is displayed for the printer's name on the Canon IJ Network Tool screen, the printer driver is not associated with a created port. To associate a port with a printer driver, follow the procedure below.
  • Page 180: About Technical Terms

    About Technical Terms In this section, technical terms used in the manual are explained. • Access Point A wireless transceiver or base station that receives information from wireless clients/the machine and rebroadcasts it. Required in an infrastructure network. • Ad-hoc Client computer and machine setting where wireless communication occurs on a peer-to-peer basis, i.e., all clients in with the same SSID/network name communicate directly with each other.
  • Page 181 When using WEP as an encryption method, the authentication method is able to fix to Open System or Shared Key. For WPA/WPA2, authentication method is PSK. ◦ Auto The printer automatically changes its authentication method to match the access point. ◦...
  • Page 182 • IEEE 802.11b International standard for wireless LAN using the 2.4 GHz frequency range with a throughput of up to 11 Mbps. • IEEE 802.11g International standard for wireless LAN using the 2.4 GHz frequency range with a throughput of up to 54 Mbps.
  • Page 183 • Link Quality The status of connection between the access point and the printer excluding noise (interference) is indicated with a value from 0 to 100%. • LPR A platform-independent printing protocol used in TCP/IP networks. It is not supported bidirectional communication.
  • Page 184 The printer and all clients on a wireless LAN must use the same SSID in order to communicate with each other. The SSID can be up to 32 characters long, and is made up of alphanumeric characters. The SSID may also be referred to by its network name. •...
  • Page 185 This machine is a Wi-Fi authorized product. • Wireless LAN A network that, instead of being connected by physical wires, is connected by a wireless technology, such as Wi-Fi. • WPA Security framework announced by the Wi-Fi Alliance in October 2002. The security has been strengthened more than WEP.
  • Page 186: Restrictions

    Restrictions If you use a printer over the wireless LAN, the printer may recognize nearby wireless systems, you should set a network key (WEP, WPA, or WPA2) to the access point to encrypt wireless transmission. Wireless communication with a product that does not comply with the Wi-Fi standard cannot be guaranteed. Connecting with too many computers may affect the printer performance, such as printing speed.
  • Page 187: About Firewall

    About Firewall A firewall is a function of the security software installed in the computer or operation system for computer, and is a system that is designed to prevent unauthorized access to a network. Precautions When a Firewall Function is Enabled •...
  • Page 188: Tips For Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality

    Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality Useful Information about Ink Key Points to Successful Printing Be Sure to Make Paper Settings after Loading Paper Canceling a Print Job Printer Handling Precautions Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality Precautions for Safe Transport of the Printer This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 189: Useful Information About Ink

    Ink may be used for purposes other than printing. When you use the Canon printer for the first time after you install the bundled ink tanks, the printer consumes a small amount of ink in the amount to enable printing by filling the nozzles of the Print Head with ink.
  • Page 190 Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 191: Key Points To Successful Printing

    Key Points to Successful Printing Check the printer status before printing! • Is the print head OK? If a print head nozzle is clogged, print will be faint and papers will be wasted. Print the nozzle check pattern to check the print head. Maintenance Procedure •...
  • Page 192: Be Sure To Make Paper Settings After Loading Paper

    Be Sure to Make Paper Settings after Loading Paper If the media type setting is not the one for the loaded paper, printing results may not be satisfactory. After loading paper, be sure to select the appropriate media type setting for the loaded paper. Print Results Not Satisfactory There are various types of paper: paper with special coating on the surface for printing photos with optimal quality and paper suitable for documents.
  • Page 193: Canceling A Print Job

    Canceling a Print Job Never press the ON button! If you press the ON button while printing is in progress, the print data sent from the computer queues in the printer and you may not be able to continue to print. Press the RESUME/CANCEL button to cancel printing.
  • Page 194: Printer Handling Precautions

    Printer Handling Precautions Do not place any object on the top cover! Do not place any object on the top cover. It will fall into the rear tray when the top cover is opened and cause the printer to malfunction. Also, place the printer where objects will not fall on it. This manual downloaded from http://www.manualowl.com...
  • Page 195: Key To Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality

    Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality The key to printing with the optimal printing quality is to prevent the print head from drying or clogging. Always observe the following rules for optimal printing quality. Never unplug the power cord until the power is turned off! If you press the ON button to turn off the power, the printer caps the print head (nozzles) automatically to prevent from drying.
  • Page 196: Precautions For Safe Transport Of The Printer

    Precautions for Safe Transport of the Printer When relocating the printer, make sure of the following. Important • Pack the printer in a sturdy box so that it is placed with its bottom facing down, using sufficient protective material to ensure safe transport. •...
  • Page 197: Legal Limitations On Use Of Your Product And Use Of Images

    Legal Limitations on Use of Your Product and Use of Images It may be unlawful to print the following documents. The list provided is non-exhaustive. When in doubt, check with a legal representative in your jurisdiction. • Paper money • Money orders •...
  • Page 198: Specifications

    Specifications General Specifications Printing resolution (dpi) 9600* (horizontal) x 2400 (vertical) * Ink droplets can be placed with a pitch of 1/9600 inch at minimum. Interface USB Port: Hi-Speed USB *1 LAN Port: Wired LAN: 100BASE-TX / 10BASE-T Wireless LAN: IEEE802.11n / IEEE802.11g / IEEE802.11b *2 *1 A computer that complies with Hi-Speed USB standard is required.
  • Page 199 Wired LAN Supported Standards: IEEE802.3u (100BASE-TX) / IEEE802.3 (10BASE-T) Transfer speed: 10 M/100 Mbps (auto switching) Wireless LAN Supported Standards: IEEE802.11n / IEEE802.11g / IEEE802.11b Frequency bandwidth: 2.4 GHz Channel: 1-11 or 1-13 * Frequency bandwidth and available channels differ depending on country or region.
  • Page 200 Display XGA 1024 x 768 Other Supported OS Some functions may not be available with each OS. Refer to the manual or the Canon web site for details on operation with iOS, Android, and Windows RT. Mobile Printing Capability Apple AirPrint Google Cloud Print •...

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