Page 1: Table Of Contents
Large Format Printer User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Printing enlargements or reductions ........68 Printing at full size ..............84 Borderless Printing ..............96 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes ....109 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet ........122 Centering originals ..............
Page 2 Note In order to be printed easily, this PDF-format manual is converted from the HTML-format instruction manual included on the "User Manuals CD-ROM" supplied with the printer. Thus, there are descriptions that are applied only in HTML format, and functions (video display function, etc.) that cannot be used. We appreciate your understanding.
Page 3 Contents Basic Printing Workflow Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets .......................... 20 Turning the Printer On and Off ............................21 Loading and Printing on Rolls ............................... 23 Loading and Printing on Sheets ............................26 Printing in Windows ................................... 27 Printing from Mac OS X ................................
Page 4 Printing at full size Printing on Oversize Paper ..............................84 Printing at Full Size (Windows) ............................85 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS X) ............................. 86 Borderless Printing at Actual Size ............................89 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) ......................90 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS X) .......................
Page 5 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation ................163 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) ..........163 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS X) ..........165 Using Favorites ..................................167 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing ............................168 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Windows) ......................
Page 6 Free Layout Main Window ..............................220 Detailed Settings ..................................221 Preferences Dialog Box ................................. 222 Page Options Dialog Box ............................... 223 Zoom Dialog Box ..................................224 Format Dialog Box ..................................224 Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page ....................226 Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page ........
Page 7 Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Color) ................ 284 Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) ............286 Adjust the Colors by Color Matching ......................... 288 Print High-Quality Adobe RGB16bit Images ....................289 Prints monochrome photographs with high quality ..................290 Using Adobe CMM ..............................
Page 8 Mac OS X Software Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings ................................360 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver ........................... 362 Confirming Print Settings ..............................364 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing ....................364 Using Favorites ..................................365 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ................. 366 Main Pane ....................................
Page 9 Color Settings Panel ................................422 Color Adjustment ................................423 Gray Adjustment ................................426 Matching ....................................427 Driver Matching Mode ............................... 430 ICC Matching Mode ..............................431 ColorSync ..................................432 Preferences Dialog Box ................................. 433 Page Setup Dialog Box ................................434 Zoom Dialog Box ..................................
Page 10 Size Options Dialog Box ................................. 485 Curves Dialog Box ..................................486 Print History Details Dialog Box ............................487 Utilize Three Types of Previews ............................488 Check Image with Print Area Layout ........................488 Check the original image with Image ........................489 Check Image with Roll Paper Preview ........................
Page 11 Feeding Roll Paper Manually ............................... 541 Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left ....................... 542 Specifying the Ink Drying Time for Rolls ........................542 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls ........................544 Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically .................... 548 Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls ............................
Page 12 Control Panel Operations and Display Screen Control Panel ....................................630 Control Panel Display ................................632 How to View Instructions with Navigate ......................... 635 Checking Instructions During Printer Operations ...................... 637 Printer Menu Printer Menu Operations ............................... 639 Menu Operations ..................................640 Menu Structure ..................................
Page 13 Configuring the Destination for Bonjour Network ....................695 Configuring the Destination for AppleTalk Networks ....................697 Configuring the Printer's AppleTalk Network Settings ..................... 698 Other Settings Specifying Printer-Related Information ........................... 700 Configuring the Communication Mode Manually ....................... 701 Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur ................702 Initializing the Network Settings ............................
Page 14 Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment Method ..................... 737 Automatic Banding Adjustment ..........................738 Manual Banding Adjustment ............................739 Fine-Tuning the Paper Feed Amount ......................... 741 Adjusting Line Length ..............................742 Adjusting Color on the Trailing Edge of Sheets ......................743 Adjusting the Vacuum Strength ............................
Page 15 Tools Menu (When the Calibration Sheet is Displayed) ..................811 Tools Menu (When the Color Measurement Sheet is Displayed) ..............811 Printer List .................................... 813 Calibration Sheet ................................814 Color Measurement Sheet ............................. 815 Checking the Color Calibration Status ..........................816 Executing Color Calibration ..............................
Page 16 Paper is not cut neatly ................................887 Paper is not cut ..................................888 Depression on the leading edge is left ........................... 888 Margins are wide ..................................888 Printing does not start The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up ................... 889 The printer does not respond even if print jobs are sent ..................
Page 17 The paper is too small................................915 The paper is too small................................915 PaprWidth Mismatch ................................916 Paper size not detected................................. 916 Insufficient paper for job ..............................916 This paper cannot be used..............................917 Roll printing is selected................................917 Roll printing is selected, but manual paper is loaded.
Page 18 Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge No maintenance cartridge..............................930 Wrong maintenance cartridge............................930 Maint. cart. The level is low ..............................930 No Maintenance Cartridge capacity..........................930 Maintenance cartridge full..............................930 Maintenance cartridge problem............................930 Other Messages GARO Wxxxx (x represents a number) ...........................
Page 19: User's Guide
iPF6400 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Printing procedure ................20 Canceling print jobs ................30 Pausing Printing ................34 Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS X Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Color Management Maintenance and Consumables...
Page 20: Printing Procedure
Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets iPF6400 Printing procedure Printing procedure Printing Options Using Rolls and Sheets ........................20 Turning the Printer On and Off ............................21 Loading and Printing on Rolls ............................23 Loading and Printing on Sheets ............................26 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) ..................
Page 21: Turning The Printer On And Off
Press the Power button to turn on the printer. The printer will now start up. After the Display Screen shows the Canon logo, "Starting up... Please wait." is displayed. The Power Lamp is lit when the printer finishes starting up, and the printer is now in Standby.
Page 22 Turning the Printer On and Off iPF6400 • An Ink Tank is not installed see "Replacing Ink Tanks." →P.836 • If "ERROR" is shown on the Display Screen see "Error Messages." →P.912 • The Power Lamp and Message Lamp are not lit (even once), and nothing appears on the Display Screen Make sure the printer is plugged in correctly.
Page 23: Loading And Printing On Rolls
Loading and Printing on Rolls iPF6400 Hold down the Power button for more than a second. After "Shut Down.. Please Wait.." is shown on the Display Screen, the printer shuts off. Loading and Printing on Rolls Loading and Printing on Rolls These are the basic steps for loading and printing on rolls.
Page 24 Loading and Printing on Rolls iPF6400 Load the roll on the Roll Holder. (See "Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder.") →P.531 Load the roll in the printer. (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") →P.534 User's Guide...
Page 25 Loading and Printing on Rolls iPF6400 • When printing without borders, definitely set the blue Switch on the platen to the ● side. If the switch is set incorrect- ly, print quality may deteriorate. (See "Setting the Blue Switch on the Platen.") →P.896 Important Select the type of paper.
Page 26: Loading And Printing On Sheets
Loading and Printing on Sheets iPF6400 Send the print job. • Printing in Windows →P.27 • Printing from Mac OS X →P.28 The printer now starts printing the print job. • Do not forcibly pull out paper once a roll has been advanced. This will prevent further feeding. If you accidentally pull out the paper, see "Removing the Roll from the Printer."...
Page 27: Printing In Windows
Printing in Windows iPF6400 Send the print job. • Printing in Windows →P.27 • Printing from Mac OS X →P.28 Load a sheet manually. (See "Loading Sheets in the Feed Slot.") →P.554 (Top Paper Feed Slot) (Front Paper Feed Slot) The printer now starts printing the print job.
Page 28: Printing From Mac Os X
Printing from Mac OS X iPF6400 After confirming that the printer is selected in the dialog box, click Print or OK to start printing. • The appearance of the dialog box varies depending on the software application. In most cases, the dialog box includes Note basic printing options and enables you to choose the print- er, specify the range of pages, number of copies, and so...
Page 29 Printing from Mac OS X iPF6400 Select the printer in the Printer list. Click Print to start printing. As shown in the following illustration, you can switch to other panes in this dialog box to complete settings for various methods of printing, including enlarged and re- duced printing, borderless printing, and so on.
Page 30: Canceling Print Jobs
Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel iPF6400 Canceling print jobs Canceling print jobs Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel ......................30 Canceling Print Jobs from Windows ..........................31 Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS X ..........................31 Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel Canceling Print Jobs from the Control Panel To cancel printing or reception of print jobs, press the Stop button on the Control Panel.
Page 31: Canceling Print Jobs From Windows
Canceling Print Jobs from Windows iPF6400 Canceling Print Jobs from Windows Canceling Print Jobs from Windows In the printer window, you can cancel jobs that are being sent to the printer. Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, you can cancel print jobs that have already been received by the printer or that are currently being printed.
Page 32 Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS X iPF6400 • Print jobs are shown in the printer window while they are being sent from the computer. After transmission, jobs are not dis- played even during printing. Note • Print jobs are displayed in the imagePROGRAF Printmonitor window from the moment the printer starts receiving the print data until the moment printing is finished.
Page 33 Canceling Print Jobs from Mac OS X iPF6400 • The screen may differ slightly depending on the model you are using. Note The job sent to the printer is canceled. Exit imagePROGRAF Printmonitor. In the printer window, click Resume Printer. •...
Page 34: Pausing Printing
Pausing Printing iPF6400 Pausing Printing Pausing Printing Pausing Printing Pausing Printing During printing, if you set Pause Print in the Control Panel menu to On, printing is stopped at that point and the printer enters a state in which printing is paused. (See "Control Panel Display.") →P.632 Printing from the job queue is not possible in this state.
Page 35: Enhanced Printing Options
iPF6400 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Choosing Paper for Printing ............. 36 Printing Photos and Office Documents ..........37 Adjusting Images ................54 Printing enlargements or reductions ..........68 Printing at full size ................84 Borderless Printing ................96 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes ......
Page 36: Choosing Paper For Printing
Select the appropriate media type from the printer control panel or printer driver to match the paper loaded in the print- er. The appropriate media type differs between the case of genuine Canon paper or Canon feed confirmed paper and the case of paper other than Canon feed confirmed paper.
Page 37: Printing Photos And Office Documents
Printing Photos and Images iPF6400 Printing Photos and Office Documents Printing Photos and Office Documents Printing Photos and Images ..............................37 Printing Photos and Images (Windows) ........................38 Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS X) ......................... 39 Printing from Photoshop ..............................42 Printing Adobe RGB Images (Windows) ........................
Page 38: Printing Photos And Images (Windows)
→P.181 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280. In the Media Type, choose the type of paper used for printing, such as Glossy Paper, Canon Coated Pa- per, and so on.
Page 39: Printing Photos And Images (Mac Os X)
This topic describes how to print photos based on the following example. Document: Photo image from a digital camera • • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) • Paper: Roll paper Paper type: Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280 • • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) User's Guide...
Page 40 Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS X) iPF6400 This sets the Format for and Paper Size. • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the set- tings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 41 Printing Photos and Images (Mac OS X) iPF6400 In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280. Make sure the paper you select is loaded in the printer.
Page 42: Printing From Photoshop
Printing from Photoshop iPF6400 Make sure Page Size on the Page Setup pane shows the original size as specified in Paper Size in the Page Attributes dialog box—in this case, 10"x12". Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see " Printer Driver Settings "...
Page 43: Printing Adobe Rgb Images (Windows)
Document: Adobe RGB image created in Photoshop • Page Size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) Paper: Roll • • Paper type: Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280 • Roll Paper Width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) • In Photoshop, select no color-matching. •...
Page 44 Printing Adobe RGB Images (Windows) iPF6400 In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280. Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Image in the Print Priority list.
Page 45 Printing Adobe RGB Images (Windows) iPF6400 Click the Matching tab to display the Matching sheet. Matching Mode, click Driver Matching Mode. Color Space, click Adobe RGB. Click OK to close the Color Settings dialog box. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
Page 46: Printing Adobe Rgb Images (Mac Os X)
In the Color Handling list, click Printer Manages Colors. Click Print. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280. User's Guide...
Page 47 Printing Adobe RGB Images (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Image in the Print Priority list. Select the print quality in the Print Quality list. • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the type of paper. Note Click Color in the Color Mode list.
Page 48: Printing Office Documents
Printing Office Documents iPF6400 Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll paper is displayed in the Roll Width list—here, 10-in. Roll (254.0mm). • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main Note...
Page 49 Printing Office Documents (Windows) iPF6400 • Paper type: Plain Paper • Paper size: A4 (210.0 × 297.0 mm [8.3 × 11.7 in]) Choose Print in the application menu. Select the printer in the dialog box, and then display the printer driver dialog box.(See " Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ") →P.181...
Page 50: Printing Office Documents (Mac Os X)
Printing Office Documents (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see " Printer Driver Settings " →P.174 Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings "...
Page 51 Printing Office Documents (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, click Office Document in the Print Target list.
Page 52: Using Posterartist To Compose Originals
Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals iPF6400 Make sure the Page Size setting matches the origi- nal size as selected in Paper Size in the Page At- tributes dialog box—in this case, ISO A4 - for Paper Tray (Large Margins). Specify additional printing conditions. For details on available printing conditions, see "...
Page 53 Using PosterArtist to Compose Originals iPF6400 Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box. Click in the Edit Using PosterArtist in the Page Layout list. • This function cannot be used with a 64-bit version OS. Note When you attempt to print, PosterArtist starts up and the PageCapture window is displayed.
Page 54: Adjusting Images
Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver iPF6400 Adjusting Images Adjusting Images Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver ........................54 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) ..................56 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS X) ..................58 Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing ............
Page 55 Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver iPF6400 Matching Mode Description Remarks Driver Matching Mode Enables printing of optimal color tones using You should normally select this mode. a driver specific color profile. ICC Matching Mode Enables color matching using ICC profiles. This allows you to use ICC profiles for digital Select this if you want to print by specifying cameras and scanners, ICC profiles created...
Page 56: Fine-Tuning Colors Of Photos And Images (Windows)
Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) iPF6400 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets. This topic describes how to fine-tune the color tone of photos before printing.
Page 57 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Windows) iPF6400 Click Color Settings to display the Color Settings dialog box. On the Color Adjustment sheet, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description Fine-tune color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow. Cyan Magenta Yellow...
Page 58: Fine-Tuning Colors Of Photos And Images (Mac Os X)
Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Confirm the settings of Page Size, Paper Source, and so on. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. •...
Page 59 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Select the printer in the Printer list. Choose the original size in the Paper Size list. If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu.
Page 60 Fine-Tuning Colors of Photos and Images (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click Set to display the Color Settings dialog box. On the Color Adjustment pane, adjust the color tones, brightness, and so on as desired. Adjustment Item Description Fine-tune color tones by adjusting the levels of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow. Cyan Magenta Yellow...
Page 61: Giving Priority To Particular Graphic Elements And Colors For Printing
Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing iPF6400 Access the Page Setup pane. Confirm the settings of Paper Source and Page Size. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings "...
Page 62 Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing iPF6400 Print Quality (*1) Description Print Priority High Choose this setting to print at high resolution when Image quality is most important. Line Drawing/Text Printing takes longer and consumes more ink than in Proof Standard or Fast modes, but this mode offers excep- tional printing quality.
Page 63: Choosing The Document Type And Printing Conditions (Windows)
Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) iPF6400 Setting Item Description Unidirectional Printing Prints by suppressing color variations and misaligned ruled lines. However, this takes more time than regular printing. • To print at a higher level of quality, in the printer driver, choose High or Highest in Print Quality, and select the Unidir- ectional Printing check box.
Page 64 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Windows) iPF6400 Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Image in the Print Priority list. Click High (600dpi) in the Print Quality list. • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the type of paper. Note Click Monochrome in the Color Mode list.
Page 65: Choosing The Document Type And Printing Conditions (Mac Os X)
Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For details on how to check the printing settings, refer to " Confirming Print Settings ". →P.178 Note Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS X) Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS X) You can specify your own print settings instead of using the Print Target presets.
Page 66 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode. Click Image in the Print Priority list. Click High (600dpi) in the Print Quality list. • Options displayed in the Print Quality list vary depending on the paper type. Note Click Monochrome in the Color Mode list.
Page 67 Choosing the Document Type and Printing Conditions (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings " →P.364 Note User's Guide...
Page 68: Printing Enlargements Or Reductions
Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size iPF6400 Printing enlargements or reductions Printing enlargements or reductions Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size ......................... 68 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) ..................68 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) .................. 70 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width ..........................
Page 69 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) iPF6400 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Select the printing application in the Print Target list.
Page 70: Resizing Originals To Match The Paper Size (Mac Os X)
Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings " →P.178 Note Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to enlarge originals before printing to match the paper size, based on the following example.
Page 71 Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
Page 72: Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width
Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width iPF6400 Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main Note...
Page 73: Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Windows)
Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) iPF6400 • Fit Roll Paper Width Enlarge or reduce the original as a whole to match the roll paper width, as desired. For instructions on resizing originals to match the roll paper width, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system.
Page 74 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) iPF6400 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Select the printing application in the Print Target list.
Page 75: Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Mac Os X)
Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. • If the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box is not dis- played on the Page Setup sheet, clear the Borderless Note Printing check box. Click Fit Roll Paper Width.
Page 76 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS X) iPF6400 This sets the Format for and Paper Size. • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the set- tings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 77 Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, 16 in. (406.4mm). •...
Page 78: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value
Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value iPF6400 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value You can freely adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired. • Enlarged/Reduced Printing Enlarge or reduce the original in the printer driver, as desired.
Page 79 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Windows) iPF6400 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Select the printing application in the Print Target list.
Page 80: Resizing Originals By Entering A Scaling Value (Mac Os X)
Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click Scaling and enter 120. • You can specify enlargement that exceeds the paper size, but in this case, the portions off the bottom and right edges of the paper will not be printed. Note •...
Page 81 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS X) iPF6400 This sets the Format for and Paper Size. • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the set- tings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 82 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm).
Page 83 Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click Scaling and enter 120. • You can specify enlargement that exceeds the paper size, but in this case, the portion off the edge of the paper will not be printed. Note •...
Page 84: Printing At Full Size
Printing on Oversize Paper iPF6400 Printing at full size Printing at full size Printing on Oversize Paper ..............................84 Printing at Full Size (Windows) ............................ 85 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS X) ..........................86 Borderless Printing at Actual Size ........................... 89 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Windows) .......................
Page 85: Printing At Full Size (Windows)
Printing at Full Size (Windows) iPF6400 For instructions on oversized printing, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and operating system. • Printing at Full Size (Windows) →P.85 • Printing at Full Size (Mac OS X) →P.86 Printing at Full Size (Windows) Printing at Full Size (Windows) This topic describes how to print at full size based on the following example.
Page 86: Printing At Full Size (Mac Os X)
Printing at Full Size (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Click Size Options to display the Paper Size Options dialog box. In the Paper Size Options dialog box, select the Oversize check box in Display Series. Click OK to close the Paper Size Options dialog box.
Page 87 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS X) iPF6400 This sets the Format for and Paper Size. • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the set- tings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 88 Printing at Full Size (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm).
Page 89: Borderless Printing At Actual Size
Borderless Printing at Actual Size iPF6400 Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings " →P.364 Note Borderless Printing at Actual Size Borderless Printing at Actual Size Take advantage of borderless printing to print documents such as posters (made up mainly of photos or images) with- out a surrounding margin, or border.
Page 90: Borderless Printing At Actual Size (Windows)
Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) Paper: Roll • • Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) Create the original in the source application 3 mm (0.12 in) larger on each side than 254.0×304.8 mm (10 × 12 in) —that is, 260.0×310.8 mm (10.2 ×...
Page 91 Driver Dialog Box from Applications .") →P.181 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coat- ed Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list.
Page 92: Borderless Printing At Actual Size (Mac Os X)
Once printed and cut, please cut the upper and lower bands with scissors. Document: Any type • • Page size: 10 × 12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm)–Borderless • Paper: Roll Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) User's Guide...
Page 93 In the application, create an original that takes up the entire space of the paper size. Choose Print in the application menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coat- ed Paper. User's Guide...
Page 94 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Select the print target in the Print Target list. • When you are using paper that takes longer for ink to adhere for borderless printing and the Cutter Unit touches printing surfaces that are not dry yet, it may damage the paper or the edge of the document that is cut, depending Important on frequency of use.
Page 95 Borderless Printing at Actual Size (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Make sure the Page Size setting matches the origi- nal size as selected in Paper Size in the Page At- tributes dialog box—in this case, 10"x12" - Border- less. Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing.
Page 96: Borderless Printing On Paper Of Equivalent Size
Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size iPF6400 Borderless Printing Borderless Printing Borderless Printing on Paper of Equivalent Size ....................... 96 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) ........97 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) ........99 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width ................
Page 97: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Match The Paper Size (Windows)
Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) Paper: Roll • • Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) In the application, create an original that takes up the entire space of the paper size.
Page 98 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Windows) iPF6400 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coat- ed Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list.
Page 99: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Match The Paper Size (Mac Os X)
Once printed and cut, please cut the upper and lower bands with scissors. • Document: Any type • Page size: 10×12 inches (254.0×304.8 mm) Paper: Roll • • Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) User's Guide...
Page 100 In the application, create an original that takes up the entire space of the paper size. Choose Print in the application menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coat- ed Paper. User's Guide...
Page 101 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Match the Paper Size (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Select the print target in the Print Target list. • When you are using paper that takes longer for ink to adhere for borderless printing and the Cutter Unit touches printing surfaces that are not dry yet, it may damage the paper or the edge of the document that is cut, depending Important on frequency of use.
Page 102: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width
Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width iPF6400 Make sure the Page Size setting matches the origi- nal size as selected in Paper Size in the Page At- tributes dialog box—in this case, 10"x12". Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. Select the Borderless Printing check box.
Page 103: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Windows)
Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) iPF6400 • When printing without borders, be certain to set the blue switch on the platen to the ● side. If the switch is set incorrectly, print quality may deteriorate. (See "Setting the Blue Switch on the Platen.") →P.896 Important •...
Page 104 Driver Dialog Box from Applications .") →P.181 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coat- ed Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list.
Page 105 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Windows) iPF6400 Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A4. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 106: Borderless Printing By Resizing Originals To Fit The Roll Width (Mac Os X)
Page size: A4 (210.0×297.0 mm)/Letter (8.3 × 11.7 in) • Paper: Roll • Paper type: Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper • Roll paper width: 10 inches (254.0 mm) Choose Page Setup from the application menu to dis- play the Page Attributes dialog box.
Page 107 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Canon Heavyweight Coat- ed Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list.
Page 108 Borderless Printing by Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—here, 10 in. (254.0mm). • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane and...
Page 109: Printing Banners Or At Other Non-Standard Sizes
Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing) iPF6400 Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing) ..............109 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) .......... 110 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing;...
Page 110: Printing Vertical Or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows)
Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) iPF6400 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) By automatic enlargement of a document created with an application software by the printer driver, you can print maxi- mum 18.0 m vertical or horizontal banners.
Page 111 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) iPF6400 Under Paper Size, enter 100 in Width and 500 in Height. Click Add to add the paper size of My Horizontal Banner. Click OK to close the Paper Size Options dialog box. Close the printer driver dialog box.
Page 112 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) iPF6400 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. After confirming that Easy Settings is selected, click Poster in the Print Target list.
Page 113 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Windows) iPF6400 Select the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box. • If the Enlarged/Reduced Printing check box is not dis- played on the Page Setup sheet, clear the Borderless Note Printing check box. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 114: Printing Vertical Or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac Os X)
Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS X) iPF6400 In the FineZoom Settings list, click Yes. Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS X) Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS X) By automatic enlargement of a document created with an application software by the printer driver, you can print maxi- mum 18.0 m vertical or horizontal banners.
Page 115 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS X) iPF6400 Select the printer in the Printer list. Click Manage Custom Sizes in the Paper Size list to display the Custom Page Sizes dialog box. Double-click Untitled in the list at left, and then enter a name for the page size you want to register. Here, en- ter 100*500.
Page 116 Printing Vertical or Horizontal Banners (Large-Format Printing; Mac OS X) iPF6400 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
Page 117: Printing On Non-Standard Paper Sizes
Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes iPF6400 Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, 16 in. (406.4mm). • If the width of the loaded roll is not displayed in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main pane and Note update the printer information.
Page 118 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Windows) iPF6400 Registering and Printing With a Custom Paper Size This topic describes how to register a non-standard paper size by the name of 430 mm Squareand print based on the following example. • Document: Any Type Page Size: A square sheet (430 ×...
Page 119: Printing On Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac Os X)
Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Click Size Options to display the Paper Size Options dialog box. Enter a desired paper name in Custom Paper Size Name. 430 mm Square is used in this example. Select mm in Units.
Page 120 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Document: Any Type • Page Size: A square sheet (430 × 430 mm [16.9 × 16.9 in]) Paper: Sheets • • Media Type: Any type • Paper Size: A square sheet (430 × 430 mm [16.9 × 16.9 in]) •...
Page 121 Printing on Non-Standard Paper Sizes (Mac OS X) iPF6400 If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu. Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded.
Page 122: Tiling And Multiple Pages Per Sheet
Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other iPF6400 Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Tiling and multiple pages per sheet Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other ......................122 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) ................123 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Mac OS X) ................125 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously ...........................
Page 123: Printing Multiple Originals Next To Each Other (Windows)
Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) iPF6400 • imagePROGRAF Free Layout (Macintosh) Besides combining multiple pages in a single-page layout, you can combine originals from multiple files—even multiple source applications—in a single-page layout. For instructions on arranging originals from multiple applications, refer to the following topics. •...
Page 124 Printing Multiple Originals Next to Each Other (Windows) iPF6400 Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box. Click Free Layout in the Page Layout list. When you attempt to print, the imagePROGRAF Free Layout window is displayed.
Page 125: Printing Multiple Originals Next To Each Other (Mac Os X)
Edit and rearrange the image in the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window as desired. • Without closing the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout window, repeat steps 1 to 4 to arrange originals from multiple applications on the same page. Note •...
Page 126: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously
Printing Multiple Pages Continuously iPF6400 Print from the Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout menu. • For details on Canon imagePROGRAF Free Layout functions, refer to Free Layout →P.412 Note Printing Multiple Pages Continuously Printing Multiple Pages Continuously You can print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages.
Page 127 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Windows) iPF6400 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, click the type of paper that is loaded. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 128: Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac Os X)
Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings " →P.178 Note Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS X) Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print multiple pages as a single continuous image, without margins between pages.
Page 129 Printing Multiple Pages Continuously (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, click the type of paper that is loaded. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list. Access the Page Setup pane.
Page 130: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet
Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet iPF6400 Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet To conserve paper, you can print several pages of the original on a single sheet by reducing the original and dividing the sheet into areas for each page. •...
Page 131 Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Windows) iPF6400 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
Page 132: Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac Os X)
Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Page Layout check box. Click 4 Pages/Sheet in the Page Layout list. • You can select the layout order for placing four pages on a sheet and a frame border in the Page Layout Printing dialog box by clicking Set.
Page 133 Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS X) iPF6400 This sets the Format for and Paper Size. • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the set- tings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 134 Printing Multiple Pages Per Sheet (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Make your selection in the Print Quality list.
Page 135: Printing Posters In Sections
Printing Posters in Sections iPF6400 Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main Note...
Page 136: Printing Large Posters (Windows)
Printing Large Posters (Windows) iPF6400 • When printing using this function, the Print Centered, Watermark, No Spaces at Top or Bottom (Conserve Paper), and Page Options settings are disabled. Important For instructions on printing large posters, refer to the following topics, as appropriate for your computer and oper- ating system.
Page 137 Printing Large Posters (Windows) iPF6400 Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A2. Click Manual in the Paper Source list. Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet.
Page 138 Printing Large Posters (Windows) iPF6400 Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings " →P.178 Note User's Guide...
Page 139: Centering Originals
Printing Originals Centered on Rolls iPF6400 Centering originals Centering originals Printing Originals Centered on Rolls ..........................139 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows) ....................139 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS X) ....................141 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets ......................... 144 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Windows) ....................
Page 140 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Windows) iPF6400 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Select the print target in the Print Target list. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
Page 141: Printing Originals Centered On Rolls (Mac Os X)
Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Print Centered check box. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings "...
Page 142 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS X) iPF6400 This sets the Format for and Paper Size. • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the set- tings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 143 Printing Originals Centered on Rolls (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in Roll Width —in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm). •...
Page 144: Printing Originals Centered On Sheets
Printing Originals Centered on Sheets iPF6400 Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings " →P.364 Note Printing Originals Centered on Sheets Printing Originals Centered on Sheets You can print originals centered on a page—for example, if the paper is larger than the original, or if you are reducing the original.
Page 145 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Windows) iPF6400 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
Page 146: Printing Originals Centered On Sheets (Mac Os X)
Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Layout tab to display the Layout sheet. Select the Print Centered check box. Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • If you have selected Manual as the paper source, follow the instructions on the printer control panel to enter the paper size.
Page 147 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS X) iPF6400 This sets the Format for and Paper Size. • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the set- tings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 148 Printing Originals Centered on Sheets (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Access the Page Setup pane. Click Manual in the Paper Source list. Make sure the Page Size setting matches the origi- nal size as selected in Paper Size in the Page At- tributes dialog box—in this case, ISO A4 - for Paper Tray (Large Margins).
Page 149: Conserving Roll Paper
Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees iPF6400 Conserving roll paper Conserving roll paper Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees ................... 149 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Windows) ............149 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS X) ............ 151 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins ........
Page 150 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Windows) iPF6400 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet.
Page 151: Conserving Roll Paper By Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac Os X)
Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS X) Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to conserve roll paper by rotating originals 90 degrees before printing, based on the following example.
Page 152 Conserving Roll Paper by Rotating Originals 90 Degrees (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 153: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins
Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins iPF6400 Make sure the Page Size setting matches the origi- nal size as selected in Paper Size in the Page At- tributes dialog box—in this case, ISO A4. Select the Rotate Page 90 degrees check box.
Page 154: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins (Windows)
Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Windows) iPF6400 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Windows) Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Windows) This topic describes how to conserve roll paper when printing originals that have a top and bottom margin, based on the following example.
Page 155: Conserving Roll Paper By Printing Originals Without Top And Bottom Margins (Mac Os X)
Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS X) iPF6400 In the Page Size list, click the size of the original as specified in the application. In this case, click ISO A4 or Letter (8.5"x11"). Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 156 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS X) iPF6400 This sets the Format for and Paper Size. • The configuration method varies depending on the OS and application software you are using. Note If Page Setup is displayed in the application menu, the set- tings are configured by opening the Page Attributes dialog box from Page Setup.
Page 157 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Access the Page Setup pane. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list. Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in Roll Width —in this case, ISO A3/A4 (297.0mm).
Page 158 Conserving Roll Paper by Printing Originals Without Top and Bottom Margins (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Confirm the print settings, and then click Print to start printing. • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings " →P.364 Note User's Guide...
Page 159: Checking Images Before Printing
Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing iPF6400 Checking Images Before Printing Checking Images Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing You can check the print layout on the preview screen. •...
Page 160: Other Useful Settings
Printing With Watermarks iPF6400 Other useful settings Other useful settings Printing With Watermarks ..............................160 Printing with Watermarks— COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) ............ 161 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation ................163 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) ..........163 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS X) ...........
Page 161: Printing With Watermarks- Copy, File Copy, And So On (Windows)
Printing with Watermarks— COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) iPF6400 For detailed instructions on printing with watermarks, refer to the following topics: • Printing with Watermarks— COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) →P.161 Printing with Watermarks— COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) Printing with Watermarks—...
Page 162 Printing with Watermarks— COPY, FILE COPY, and so on (Windows) iPF6400 Click the Page Setup tab to display the Page Setup sheet. Page Size, click the size of the original as specified in the application software. In this case, click ISO A2. Select and click a roll paper in the Paper Source list.
Page 163: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation
Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation iPF6400 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation You can specify the original orientation to match the orientation of the paper for printing. •...
Page 164 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Windows) iPF6400 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list.
Page 165: Making The Original Orientation Match The Paper Orientation (Mac Os X)
Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Confirm the print settings and print as desired. • For tips on confirming print settings, see " Confirming Print Settings " →P.178 Note Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS X) Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS X) This topic describes how to print an original in landscape orientation after matching the paper orientation, based on the following example.
Page 166 Making the Original Orientation Match the Paper Orientation (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Access the Main pane. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. In this case, click Plain Paper. Make your selection in the Print Target list.
Page 167: Using Favorites
Using Favorites iPF6400 Make sure the width of the loaded roll is displayed in the Roll Width list—in this case, ISO A2/A3 (420.0mm). • If the width of the roll loaded in the printer is not shown in Roll Width, click Printer Information on the Main Note pane to update the printer information.
Page 168: Cutting Roll Paper After Printing
Cutting Roll Paper After Printing iPF6400 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing Cutting Roll Paper After Printing Roll paper can be automatically cut after printing. • It may not be possible to cut certain types of paper, such as adhesive paper. For details on types of paper that cannot be used with the auto cut feature, see the Paper Reference Guide.
Page 169: Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac Os X)
Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click Roll Paper Options to display the Roll Paper Options dialog box. To enable automatic cutting, click Yes in the Automatic Cutting list. If you prefer to cut the paper later your- self, click Print Cut Guideline.
Page 170 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Select the printer in the Printer list. Choose the original size in the Paper Size list. If you configured the settings using the Page Attributes dialog box, click OK to close the dialog box, and then select Print from the application software menu.
Page 171 Cutting Roll Paper After Printing (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click Set to display the Paper Detailed Settings di- alog box. To enable automatic cutting, click Printer Default in the Automatic Cutting list. If you prefer to cut the pa- per later yourself, click Print Cut Guideline. •...
Page 172 iPF6400 User's Guide...
Page 173: Windows Software
iPF6400 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Printer Driver .................. 174 Preview ................... 208 Free Layout ..................218 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ........241 Print Plug-In for Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional ....252 Layout Plug-In for Photoshop ............312 Print Plug-In for Office ..............
Page 174: Printer Driver
Printer Driver Settings (Windows) iPF6400 Printer Driver Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings ............................... 174 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver ........................176 Confirming Print Settings ..............................178 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing ....................178 Using Favorites ..................................180 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ................
Page 175 Printer Driver Settings (Windows) iPF6400 For information on the Windows printer driver settings, refer to the following topics. • Main Sheet →P.184 You can specify the type of paper, color processing, print quality, print preview, and other settings. Choose Easy Settings to specify basic print settings based on the printing application or Advanced Settings to complete more detailed settings as desired.
Page 176: Specifying Paper In The Printer Driver
Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) iPF6400 You can view support information and the user manual. • Device Settings Sheet →P.207 You can display settings for optional equipment installed on the printer and see the version information for the printer driver.
Page 177 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Windows) iPF6400 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded. • Click the Get Information button to display the Paper Information on Printer dialog box. On the Paper Informa- tion on Printer dialog box, you can obtain information on the paper in the printer and configure printer driver settings Note for the feed source and type of paper.
Page 178: Confirming Print Settings
Confirming Print Settings (Windows) iPF6400 Confirming Print Settings Confirming Print Settings There are two ways to confirm the print settings, as follows. • Checking a preview of the settings A preview of the settings is displayed on the left side of the Main, Page Setup, and Layout sheets. By checking illustrations and numerical values in the preview, you can confirm current settings for the page size, orientation, paper source, layout, and so on.
Page 179 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing (Windows) iPF6400 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. Select the Open Preview When Print Job Starts check box. After you click OK, when you print a job, the image- PROGRAF Preview window will be displayed. •...
Page 180: Using Favorites
Using Favorites (Windows) iPF6400 Using Favorites Using Favorites This topic describes how to register favorites and print using favorite settings. Registering a favorite This section describes the procedure for registering printing settings that have been changed in the driver as Favor- ites.
Page 181: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From Applications
Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows) iPF6400 Click OK to close the Add dialog box. The favorite you have added is now displayed in Favorites. • To save a favorite as a file, click Export and specify the file to save. Note Printing using the favorite Follow the steps below to print using the favorite you have registered.
Page 182 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Windows) iPF6400 Select the printer, and then display the printer driver dialog box. • The dialog box for specifying printing conditions varies depending on the source application. In some cases, when you select the printer, a sheet for configuring the printer driver is added to the dialog box. Note In the following case, click Preferences.
Page 183: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From The Operating System Menu
Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu (Windows) iPF6400 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from the Operating System Menu Click start > Printers and Faxes (or Printers ). Select the printer, and then display the printer proper- ties dialog box.
Page 184: Main Sheet
Main Sheet (Windows) iPF6400 Six sheets of print settings are displayed by the printer driver: Main, Page Setup, Layout, Favorites, Utility, and Support. • If you access the printer driver dialog box from the operating system menu, changes you make to the settings will apply to all applications you use for printing.
Page 185 Main Sheet (Windows) iPF6400 • Get Information Displays Paper Information on Printer. You can update the printer driver settings for the feed source, media type, and roll width by selecting the feed source. • Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box →P.187 •...
Page 186 Main Sheet (Windows) iPF6400 • Print Quality Choose the level of print quality. • Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing →P.61 • View Settings Displays the Print Target setting values. You can view and change the order of Print Target setting values.
Page 187: Paper Information On Printer Dialog Box
Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box (Windows) iPF6400 • Unidirectional Printing Select this checkbox to prevent problems such as misaligned lines and improve the print quality. However, the printing speed becomes slower. Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box On the Paper Information on Printer dialog box, you can obtain information on the paper in the printer and configure printer driver settings for the paper source and media type.
Page 188: Drying Time
Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Windows) iPF6400 Drying Time Specify the time that the printer waits for ink to dry, as needed. The Between Pages setting is only valid for rolls. • Between Pages You can set the time to wait after printing 1 document page until ejecting the paper. Since waiting time is required for ink to dry before a roll is cut, you can deliver paper in the Output Stacker with the ink dried even if Cutting Mode is set to Automatic.
Page 189: View Settings Dialog Box For The Printing Application
View Settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application (Windows) iPF6400 Calibration Value You can specify whether to apply the results of calibration performed on the printer to image processing. Setting Item Details Printer Default The setting of the control panel of the printer is applied. Enabled Print using the calibration results.
Page 190 Color Adjustment Sheet: Color (Windows) iPF6400 • To display the Color Adjustment sheet, on the Main sheet, click Color Settings by Color Mode in Advanced Settings.(See " Main Sheet ") →P.184 Note • Sample Type Choose a sample image from Standard, Portrait, Landscape, or Graphics. •...
Page 191: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Color
Object Adjustment Dialog box: Color iPF6400 • Defaults Click to restore all settings on the sheet to the default values. • For details on settings items, see " Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver " →P.54 Note Object Adjustment Dialog box: Color Object Adjustment Dialog box: Color In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to.
Page 192 Matching Sheet (Windows) iPF6400 Driver Matching Mode The following options are available when you select Driver Matching Mode in the Matching Mode list. • Matching Mode Select the color matching mode to use, as desired. Normally, select Driver Matching Mode. For color matching based on ICC profiles, select ICC Matching Mode or Host ICM Mode, depending on your color matching system.
Page 193 We recommend that you select an ICC profile created using commercially available profile creation software in or- der to perform color management accurately on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper. The created ICC profile needs to be saved in the following folder on the computer you are using.
Page 194: Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome
Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome (Windows) iPF6400 Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome Color Adjustment Sheet: Monochrome On the Color Adjustment sheet for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. • To display the Color Adjustment sheet, on the Main sheet, click Color Settings by Color Mode in Advanced Settings.(See "...
Page 195: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Monochrome
Object Adjustment Dialog box: Monochrome iPF6400 • Defaults Click to restore all settings on the sheet to the default values. • For details on settings items, see " Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver " →P.54 Note Object Adjustment Dialog box: Monochrome Object Adjustment Dialog box: Monochrome In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to.
Page 196: Gray Adjustment Sheet
Gray Adjustment Sheet (Windows) iPF6400 Gray Adjustment Sheet Gray Adjustment Sheet On theGray Adjustment sheet, you can adjust the color balance, brightness, contrast, and other image qualities. • To display theGray Adjustment sheet, on the Main Sheet , selectMonochrome (Photo) byColor Mode inAdvanced →P.184 Settings, and then clickColor Settings.
Page 197: Page Setup Sheet
Page Setup Sheet (Windows) iPF6400 • Highlight Adjust the brightness of the lightest portion. • Shadow Adjust the brightness of the darkest portion. • Defaults Click to restore all settings on the sheet to the default values. Page Setup Sheet Page Setup Sheet The following settings are available on the Page Setup sheet.
Page 198 Page Setup Sheet (Windows) iPF6400 • Scale to fit Roll Paper Width Scales the document image to match the roll width. • Print Image with Actual Size Prints documents at their actual size. This function is available when you have selected the size same as the width of Roll Paper for either the length or width of the document from the Page Size list.
Page 199: Paper Size Options Dialog Box
Paper Size Options Dialog Box (Windows) iPF6400 For details on available roll widths, see " Paper Sizes " →P.524 • Roll Paper Options Complete optional roll paper settings. Click to display the Roll Paper Options dialog box. Under Automatic Cutting, you can specify Yes or No and Print Cut Guideline. •...
Page 200: Layout Sheet
Layout Sheet (Windows) iPF6400 • Paper Size List Shows the names and sizes of paper that can be used with the printer driver. • Delete Custom paper sizes created by users can be deleted from the Paper Size List, as needed. However, they cannot be deleted in the following situations.
Page 201 Layout Sheet (Windows) iPF6400 • Click to display one of the following dialog boxes depending on the selection in Page Layout. In these dialog boxes, you can specify layout details and which pages to print, as well as other settings. •...
Page 202: Page Options Dialog Box
Page Options Dialog Box (Windows) iPF6400 Page Options Dialog Box Page Options Dialog Box The Page Options dialog box offers the following settings. • To display the Page Options dialog box, on the Layout sheet, click Page Options.(See " Layout Sheet ") →P.200 Note...
Page 203: Special Settings Dialog Box
Special Settings Dialog Box (Windows) iPF6400 Special Settings Dialog Box Special Settings Dialog Box If the printing results are not as you expected, you can change how printing is processed in the Special Settings dia- log box. • To display the Special Settings dialog box, on the Layout sheet, click Special Settings. (See "Layout Sheet .") →P.200 •...
Page 204: Favorites Sheet
Favorites Sheet (Windows) iPF6400 Favorites Sheet Favorites Sheet The following settings are available on the Favorites sheet. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. • Favorites Printing favorites you have created are listed with Default Settings favorites. •...
Page 205: Utility Sheet
Utility Sheet (Windows) iPF6400 • Click to display the Add dialog box, which enables you to add the current print settings as a favorite. • Import Click to display the Open dialog box, which enables you to import favorite settings saved as a file. •...
Page 206: Support Sheet
On the Support sheet, you can view support information and the user's manual. • Support Information Click to access the Canon support webpage, where you can find the latest information on the printer and consum- ables, check for printer driver updates, and browse other information. •...
Page 207: Settings Summaries Dialog Box
Settings Summaries Dialog Box (Windows) iPF6400 Settings Summaries Dialog Box Settings Summaries Dialog Box The Settings Summaries dialog box enables you to confirm the settings for the Main, Page Setup, Layout, and Fa- vorites sheets. • Copy Click to copy the settings information to the clipboard. You can paste the settings information into a file created with a text editor or similar application.
Page 208: Preview
The Features of Preview iPF6400 Preview Preview The Features of Preview ..............................208 Starting Preview ..................................208 Preview Main Window ................................209 Dialog Area ....................................211 Enlarge/Reduce the screen display ..........................212 Moving a Page ..................................212 Using the ruler ..................................212 Priority setting for rotating 90 degrees ........................
Page 209: Preview Main Window
Preview Main Window iPF6400 • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. Note On the Print dialog box in the apllication software, click the Print button. Preview main window is displayed. Preview Main Window Preview Main Window The Preview main window consists of the menu and tool bars, preview and dialog area and status bar.
Page 210 Preview Main Window iPF6400 • Preview Area You can check the settings you made in this area. • Dialog Area This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. For more information about Dialog Area, see "Dialog Area." →P.211 •...
Page 211: Dialog Area
Dialog Area iPF6400 Dialog Area Dialog Area You can select the layout and print on the center. • Media Type / Paper Source /Paper Size You can confirm the information that is set. • Layout Selection You can print which conserves paper by selecting the layout. For more information about Layout Selection, see "Printing with Selecting the Layout."...
Page 212: Enlarge/Reduce The Screen Display
Enlarge/Reduce the screen display iPF6400 • Cancel Button Click the button to stop printing. • Printer Information You can confirm the information acquired from the printer. • Update Printer Information Button Click the button to update the printer information with connecting to the printer. •...
Page 213: Priority Setting For Rotating 90 Degrees
Priority setting for rotating 90 degrees iPF6400 Setting Details inch Use inches as the ruler unit. Priority setting for rotating 90 degrees Priority setting for rotating 90 degrees You can select Rotate 90 Degrees If Possible or Use Driver Settings from the Options menu. Setting Details Rotate 90 Degrees If Possible...
Page 214: Printing With Selecting The Layout
Printing with Selecting the Layout iPF6400 Printing with Selecting the Layout Printing with Selecting the Layout You can print which conserves paper by selecting the layout. In Layout Selection, click the layout button to use. Button Details Upper Button Turn at the position of Right Button Turn at the position of Left Button...
Page 215 Printing with Selecting the Layout iPF6400 • Right Button or Left Button can be selected only when the rotated pages can fit lengthwise across the roll. • Note By clicking Right Button or Left Button, you can save paper by printing in landscape orientation on roll paper. •...
Page 216: Print On The Center
Print on the Center iPF6400 Print on the Center Print on the Center You can print on the center of the media loaded in the printer. Click the Center Originals Across Roll check box on. Click the Print button Printing on the center begins. •...
Page 217: Not Print Spaces At The Top/Bottom
Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom iPF6400 Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom Not Print Spaces at the Top/Bottom You can save paper on not to feed roll paper for the empty spaces when the print data contains spaces at the top or bottom.
Page 218: Free Layout
The Features of Free Layout (Windows) iPF6400 Free Layout Free Layout The Features of Free Layout ............................218 Starting Free Layout ................................218 Free Layout Main Window ..............................220 Detailed Settings ................................... 221 Preferences Dialog Box ..............................222 Page Options Dialog Box ..............................223 Zoom Dialog Box ...................................
Page 219 Starting Free Layout (Windows) iPF6400 From the application software's File menu, select the printer setup menu to open the Print dialog box. • Normally, select Print from the File menu. Note From the list, select the printer and select the Layout sheet.
Page 220: Free Layout Main Window
Free Layout Main Window (Windows) iPF6400 Free Layout Main Window Free Layout Main Window The Free Layout main window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and status bar. • You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool and status bar. Note •...
Page 221: Detailed Settings
Detailed Settings (Windows) iPF6400 • Layout Area This allows you to lay out objects and edit the object size and orientation. • Status Bar This shows the paper size, unit of length, and number of objects. Detailed Settings Detailed Settings The printer driver opens when you select Detailed Settings from the File menu.
Page 222: Preferences Dialog Box
Preferences Dialog Box (Windows) iPF6400 Preferences Dialog Box Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Preferences from the File menu. This allows you to configure the preferen- ces of Free Layout. • Units Set the unit for paper length, margins, and so on. •...
Page 223: Page Options Dialog Box
Page Options Dialog Box (Windows) iPF6400 Setting Details Crop Marks You can print with the crop marks. Page Options Dialog Box Page Options Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Page Options from the File menu. This allows you to configure the roll paper length, object layout order, and margins of Free Layout.
Page 224: Zoom Dialog Box
Zoom Dialog Box (Windows) iPF6400 • When you have selected Roll Paper Length > Auto Settings and Paper Orientation > Vertical, you can choose Up- per Left to Right or Upper Right to Left. Note • When you have selected Roll Paper Length > Auto Settings and Paper Orientation > Horizontal, you can choose Upper Left to Bottom or Lower Left to Top.
Page 225 Format Dialog Box (Windows) iPF6400 • When the objects are not selected, you can not select Format. Note • Rotate When you place a checkmark here, you can select Rotate Right or Rotate Left. Setting Details Rotate Right Rotates the object 90 degrees clockwise. Rotate Left Rotates the object 90 degrees counterclockwise.
Page 226: Laying Out A Multiple-File Document On One Page
Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page (Windows) iPF6400 • Object Position You can move the object position by changing the values. Setting Details Vertical Pos You can input the number of the vertical position in numerical characters. Horizontal Pos You can input the number of the horizontal position in numerical characters.
Page 227 Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page (Windows) iPF6400 In the Page Setup sheet, select Paper Source. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. Note In the Layout sheet, click on the Page Layout check box and select Free Layout from the list.
Page 228: Laying Out A Document Created With Multiple Application Programs On One Page
Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page (Windows) iPF6400 In the Print dialog box, select the pages to print and the number of copies, and click the OK button. Free Layout starts, laying out the document created with application software in the layout area as an ob- ject.
Page 229 Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page (Windows) iPF6400 Click Properties to open the Properties dialog box. In the Page Setup sheet, select Paper Source. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. Note User's Guide...
Page 230 Laying out a Document Created with Multiple Application Programs on One Page (Windows) iPF6400 In the Layout sheet, click on the Page Layout check box and select Free Layout from the list. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. •...
Page 231: Selecting An Object
Selecting an Object (Windows) iPF6400 Free Layout starts, laying out the document created with application software in the layout area as an ob- ject. Leaving Free Layout running, open other files with other application software and repeat the above steps. Selecting an Object Selecting an Object When an object is selected, a select box (blue border) appears around the object.
Page 232: Changing The Object Size
Changing the Object Size (Windows) iPF6400 • To select an object, click that object. • Note To select multiple successive objects, click them while holding down the Shift key. • To select multiple arbitrary objects, click them while holding down the Ctrl key. •...
Page 233: Moving An Object
Moving an Object (Windows) iPF6400 Click the OK button. Moving an Object Moving an Object You can move the object position. Select an object. Place the pointer inside the selection box of the object to show the crosshair handle, and drag it to move the object.
Page 234: Laying Out Objects Automatically
Laying out Objects Automatically (Windows) iPF6400 Laying out Objects Automatically Laying out Objects Automatically Click Auto Arrange Object in the tool bar. This automatically lays out objects. Alternatively, you may select Auto Ar- range Object from the Object menu. • The object layout order varies depending on the Order setting in the Page Options Dialog Box dialog box.
Page 235 Aligning Objects (Windows) iPF6400 • Align Bottom Lays out the objects, justifying them to the bottom. • Align Left Lays out the objects, justifying them to the left. • Center Horizontally Lays out the objects, justifying them to the horizon- tal center.
Page 236: Changing The Object Overlapping Order
Changing the Object Overlapping Order (Windows) iPF6400 Changing the Object Overlapping Order Changing the Object Overlapping Order You can change the object overlapping order. Select an object. Select the Overlapping Order menu from the Object menu. • The order of overlapping affects the order of objects automatically laid out. •...
Page 237: Pasting A Copied Or Cut Object
Pasting a Copied or Cut Object (Windows) iPF6400 • Send Backward Moves the object one position to the back. Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Click Copy or Cut from the toolbar. Alternatively, you may select Copy or Cut from the Edit menu. Click Paste from the toolbar.
Page 238: Finished Size Settings Dialog Box
Finished Size Settings Dialog Box (Windows) iPF6400 • The toolbar and status bar can be toggled between hidden and displayed from the View menu. Note • Menu Bar This allows you to select menus required for operations. • Tool Bar This allows you to select tool buttons required for major operations.
Page 239: Binding Settings Dialog Box
Binding Settings Dialog Box (Windows) iPF6400 • Finished Size Selects the method for setting the finished size. The following settings are available for the finished size. Setting Details Fit Roll Paper Width Prints by automatically enlarging or reducing the entire document so that the width of the docu- ment matches the roll paper width.
Page 240: Prints Using Folded Duplex
Prints using Folded Duplex (Windows) iPF6400 • Fold Line Type You can select the fold lines. The following settings are available for the fold line type. Setting Details Solid Line You can print the solid line as the frame style. Dotted Line You can print the dotted line as the frame style.
Page 241: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy
The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy (Windows) iPF6400 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ................. 241 Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ....................241 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box .................... 242 Hot Folder ....................................
Page 242: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy Dialog Box
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box (Windows) iPF6400 The Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box displays. • If you click on the Add to Startup folder check box in the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, the icon of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy utility will appear on the task bar when starting Windows thereafter. Note To start by selecting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy from the start button From the Windows start button, select Color image-...
Page 243: Hot Folder
Hot Folder (Windows) iPF6400 • For the step to open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, see "Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlarge- ment Copy." →P.241 Note • Hot Folder The hot folder list appears. • Add Button Click the button to open the Easy Setup Wizard dialog box so that you can add a hot folder. •...
Page 244: Creating A New Hot Folder
Creating a New Hot Folder (Windows) iPF6400 Creating a New Hot Folder Creating a New Hot Folder Open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, and then click the Add button. • For the step to open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, see "Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy."...
Page 245 Creating a New Hot Folder (Windows) iPF6400 Select the media type to print. • If the Borderless Printing checkbox is checked, only media types that can be used for borderless printing are dis- played in the list. Note Click the Next button. Select roll paper or cut sheet to print.
Page 246 Creating a New Hot Folder (Windows) iPF6400 To receive a document scanned with the Color imageRUNNER, you need to share a folder. Enter the folder shared name in Shared Name. Click the Next button. • This shared name is used as the name of the hot folder. •...
Page 247: Specifying An Existing Shared Folder As A Hot Folder
Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder (Windows) iPF6400 Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder Share the folder you want to specify as a hot folder. Open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, and then click the Add button.
Page 248 Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder (Windows) iPF6400 The Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box displays. Enter the hot folder name in Name. Click the Browse botton, with selecting Specify a fold- er, to set the existing shared folder. The location of the folders will appear.
Page 249 Specifying an Existing Shared Folder as a Hot Folder (Windows) iPF6400 As necessary, set the print conditions in the hot folder. (See "Setting the Print Parameters.") →P.250 Click the OK button to close the Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box. The hot folder you have created appears in the Hot Folder list in the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box.
Page 250: Setting The Print Parameters
Setting the Print Parameters (Windows) iPF6400 Setting the Print Parameters Setting the Print Parameters The printer driver opens when you click the Properties button in the Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box. The printer driv- er is used to configure basic settings to match the type of media loaded in the printer. Refer to Printer Driver for details on the printer driver.
Page 251 Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER (Windows) iPF6400 Completing the scanning settings on the Color imageRUNNER. Configure the Color imageRUNNER to send scanned originals to the hot folder. It is easy to send scanned originals to the hot folder if you assign the scanning settings and destination to a Favorites button on the Color imageRUNNER. For instructions on assigning scanning settings and destinations to a Favorites button, refer to the setting manual, dis- played by clicking Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Setup Manual button of Color imageRUNNER Enlarge- ment Copy utility, or refer to the Color imageRUNNER manual.
Page 252: Print Plug-In For Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional
iPF6400 Print Plug-In for Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional Print Plug-In for Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional ............253 Installation Procedures ............................... 253 Uninstall Procedures ................................256 Starting from Photoshop ..............................256 Starting from Digital Photo Professional ........................
Page 253: Features Of The Print Plug-In For Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional
Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional iPF6400 Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional The main features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional are as follows. •...
Page 254 Installation Procedures iPF6400 Click imagePROGRAF Print Plug-in button. Click the Install button corresponding to the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional you are us- ing. • For 32-bit Windows • For 64-bit Windows User's Guide...
Page 255 Installation Procedures iPF6400 • If a version of Photoshop supported by Print Plug-In for Photoshop is not installed, The application is not installed. is displayed. Install the Print Plug-In on a computer that has a supported version of Photoshop installed. Note •...
Page 256: Uninstall Procedures
• Uninstall the Print Plug-In for Digital Photo Professional Select start in Control Panel menu. Select Programs and Features. Select Canon iPFxxxx Print Plug-In for Digital Photo Professional, then click Change/Remove. • iPFxxxx is the name of your printer. Note •...
Page 257: Starting From Digital Photo Professional
Starting from Digital Photo Professional iPF6400 Open the image that you wish to print. If required, select the print range. • Images for use with Print Plug-In for Photoshop are less than 60,000 pixels in width and height. Reduce the selection range or reduce the image with processing for images more than 60,000 pixels in width and height, and then attempt Note step 3.
Page 258: Print Plug-In For Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional Main Window
Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional Main Window iPF6400 If required, select the print range. • Images for use with Print Plug-In for Digital Photo Professional are less than 6,000 pixels in width and height. Re- duce the selection range or reduce the image with processing for images more than 6,000 pixels in width and height, Note and then attempt step 3.
Page 259 Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional Main Window iPF6400 • Sheet Selection Area The tabs used to switch between each sheet on the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional window are displayed. When you select a tab, a sheet is displayed. The settings available on each sheet are as follows. •...
Page 260: Preview Area
Preview Area iPF6400 • Button Area This contains the buttons Print, Quit and Help PrintButton • Click this button to begin printing. • QuitButton Click this button to close the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional Main window and return to application software.
Page 261 Preview Area iPF6400 Setting Details Print Area Layout *You can change the image print position when you drag the image while the cursor is displayed Image The entire image is displayed. *You can select the print range when you drag the image while the cursor is displayed as *When you click the image while the cursor is displayed as , the selected area is deselected.
Page 262: Main Sheet
Main Sheet iPF6400 Main Sheet Main Sheet You can use this sheet to perform basic settings such as selecting a printer, setting the media type, or adjusting image quality. • Printer The printer types are displayed. • Select button Click this button to display the Select Printer dialog box. When you click the OK button after selecting the printer in the Select Printer dialog box, you can change the print- er that corresponds with Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional.
Page 263: Output Profile
Main Sheet iPF6400 Setting Details High Gradation 8bit This processes images with at 8bit/channel (24 bit). Highest Gradation 16bit This processes images with at 16bit/channel (48 bit). *This may not be displayed depending on how you set Media Type and Input Resolution to Plug-in.
Page 264 Main Sheet iPF6400 • Matching Method You can select the processing method when performing color conversion. The following settings are available for the matching method. Setting Details Perceptual This converts the image to an image with natural color balance and gradation. This is useful for pictures.
Page 265: Page Setup Sheet
Page Setup Sheet iPF6400 Page Setup Sheet Page Setup Sheet You can use this sheet to set the size of the image to be printed, the media size, and whether to enlarge/reduce the image. • Input Image Size The size of the image imported to Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional is displayed. •...
Page 266 Page Setup Sheet iPF6400 • When Paper Size is smaller than Output Image Size, part of the image may not print. Note • Paper Size You can select the size of the print media. • This is not displayed when a checkmark is placed in Borderless Printing. •...
Page 267: Color Settings Sheet (Color)
Color Settings Sheet (Color) iPF6400 Setting Details Manual (3mm margins) Select for manual paper feed printing when you want to minimize the margin at the far end edge of paper. Roll Paper Select to print on roll paper. • When you select Manual (3mm margins) for Paper Source, the far end edge of printed image may become defective depending on the paper used.
Page 268: Color Settings Sheet (Monochrome)
Color Settings Sheet (Monochrome) iPF6400 • Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the printed image without losing the brightest and darkest areas by either input- ting a numerical value or dragging the slide bar. • Contrast You can relatively adjust the brightness of the brightest and darkness areas by either inputting a numerical value or dragging the slide bar.
Page 269: Print History Sheet
Print History Sheet iPF6400 Drag the vertical or horizontal scroll bars for adjustment, as desired. You can click the arrows by the X (horizontal) and Y (vertical) boxes or enter the values directly. • Tone You can adjust the brightness of intermediate tones in an image. Selecting Hard tone gives a hard impression with more definition.
Page 270 Print History Sheet iPF6400 • Print History and Favorites This displays a list of print preferences. Select Restore Defaults and click the Apply button to restore all settings to their initial settings. • You can check the 3 print preferences in the preview display. Note •...
Page 271: Support Sheet
Support Sheet iPF6400 Support Sheet Support Sheet You can display product support information and the electronic manual. • Support Information button Click the button to display websites that contain the latest product information. • An Internet connection is needed to view the websites. Note •...
Page 272 Adjustment pattern setting dialog box iPF6400 The adjustment values of the image enclosed in the blue frame in the center are used as the base values, with images arranged around this with the adjustment values varying in steps up and down from these base values. If you click any of the images, the adjustment pattern is redisplayed with the adjustment values from that image as the base values.
Page 273 Adjustment pattern setting dialog box iPF6400 You can select the interval of the variation in adjustment values between neighboring adjustment pattern im- ages from the range of 1 to 10. The larger the value, the greater the differences between the states of the adjustment pattern images.
Page 274 Adjustment pattern setting dialog box iPF6400 • Specify the Range of Images button When this button is clicked, the Specify the Range of Images dialog box is displayed for specifying the range of images. When you specify the range by using the mouse or other means and then click the OK button, the Specify the Range of Images dialog box closes and the specified image range is redisplayed as the adjustment pattern.
Page 275: Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box
Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box iPF6400 • The job name when printing the adjustment pattern is "Original Image Name + Pattern-Print". For example, the print job name for the image "ABC.jpg" is "ABC_Pattern-Print.jpg". Note Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you click the Advanced Settings button on the Main Sheet.
Page 276: Set Configuration Dialog Box
Set Configuration Dialog Box iPF6400 Setting Details Printer Default The settings of the printer operating panel are applied. Fast Select this setting if cutting with the Standard setting is not clean. Standard Select this setting when you are not experiencing problems. Slow This helps prevent adhesive from sticking to the cutter and keeps the cutter sharp if you select it when using adhesive paper.
Page 277: Icc Conversion Options Dialog Box
ICC Conversion Options dialog box iPF6400 The following settings are available for the image enlargement method. Setting Details Nearest Neighbor Performs simple enlargement. Bilinear Performs line vector enlargement. Bicubic Adjust pixels with calculation of elements such as a color or brightness of neighboring pixels. •...
Page 278: Roll Paper Options Dialog Box
Roll Paper Options Dialog Box iPF6400 Setting Details Simulate Black Ink Select this when performing simulation of black ink. In order to enable this setting, Adobe CMM needs to be selected under Conversion Engine. Roll Paper Options Dialog Box Roll Paper Options Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you click the Roll Paper Options button on the Page Setup Sheet.
Page 279: Curves Dialog Box
Curves Dialog Box iPF6400 • Units You can select the units of measure to use when you define custom media size. Switching this setting resets the units of measure for the entire Plug-In. • Paper Size Width Enter the width of the media size. Height Enter the height of the media size.
Page 280: Print History Details Dialog Box
Print History Details Dialog Box iPF6400 • The allowed entry range is 0 to 255. • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. Note • Load Curves button Click the button to load stored data for a tone curve. •...
Page 281: Utilize Three Types Of Previews
Utilize Three Types of Previews iPF6400 • Up to 200 print preference items can be added. Note • Favorites The print history stored in print preferences displays in list format. • You can change the order by selecting an item and dragging it to another place. Note •...
Page 282: Check Image With Print Area Layout
Check Image with Print Area Layout iPF6400 Check Image with Print Area Layout Check Image with Print Area Layout Displays the print range and the area out of the print range in the layout matching the media size set in the print area layout.
Page 283: Check Image With Roll Paper Preview
Check Image with Roll Paper Preview iPF6400 Check Image with Roll Paper Preview Check Image with Roll Paper Preview Display the media size and roll paper information on the top in the layout printing on roll paper in Roll Paper Preview Select Roll Paper Preview in Preview.
Page 284: Adjust The Colors And Print
Adjust the Colors and Print iPF6400 Choose either Accuracy 300ppi or High Accuracy 600ppi for the resolution to process images in Input Res- olution to Plug-in. • When you select Accuracy 300ppi images are processed at an accurate resolution. This can control print speed and memory capacity.
Page 285 Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Color) iPF6400 The above image adjustments are reflected in the before and after images below. Display the Color Settings sheet. Drag the slide bar in the direction of Low in Cyan. Drag the slide bar in the direction of High in Yellow. Drag the slide bar in the direction of Low in Saturation.
Page 286: Adjust The Colors While Checking The Preview (For Monochrome)
Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) iPF6400 Enter 120 in Input and 135 in Output then click the OK button. Click the Print button. The adjustments are reflected in the image and printing begins. Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) You can adjust the colors while checking the adjustments in the preview.
Page 287 Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) iPF6400 Select Auto (Monochrome Photo) in Output Profile. Open the Color Settings sheet. In Contrast, drag the slide bar toward Low. In Highlight, drag the slide bar toward Light. In Shadow, drag the slide bar toward Light. •...
Page 288: Adjust The Colors By Color Matching
Adjust the Colors by Color Matching iPF6400 Enter 120 in Input and 135 in Output then click the OK button. Click the Print button. This applies the image adjustments and starts the print job. Adjust the Colors by Color Matching Adjust the Colors by Color Matching When you print a color image imported from a scanner or a digital camera, the image may appear different from the image on the screen.
Page 289: Print High-Quality Adobe Rgb16Bit Images
Print High-Quality Adobe RGB16bit Images iPF6400 Select the profile in Output Profile. • When you place a checkmark in Perform Proof in Preview, you can check the color matching in the preview. This may not be displayed depending on how you set Media Type. Note •...
Page 290: Prints Monochrome Photographs With High Quality
Prints monochrome photographs with high quality iPF6400 Display the Main sheet. Select High Accuracy 600ppi in Input Resolution to Plug-in. Select Highest Gradation 16bit in Input Bit to Plug-in. Select the highest quality possible in Print Mode. If required, adjust the colors using color matching. •...
Page 291: Using Adobe Cmm
Using Adobe CMM iPF6400 Select Auto (Monochrome Photo) in Output Profile. • Auto (Monochrome Photo) can be selected only after a compatible Media Type has been selected. Note Click the Print button. Performs conversion to the most suitable monochrome and printing begins. Using Adobe CMM Using Adobe CMM Adobe CMM is a color conversion engine made by Adobe.
Page 292: Printing An Adjustment Pattern And Selecting Adjustment Values
Printing an Adjustment Pattern and Selecting Adjustment Values iPF6400 Display the Main sheet. Select one of the ICC profiles as the Output Profile. Click the ICC Conversion Options button. In the ICC Conversion Options dialog box, select Adobe CMM from Conversion Engine. Click the OK button to close the ICC Conversion Options dialog box.
Page 293 Printing an Adjustment Pattern and Selecting Adjustment Values iPF6400 Click the Adjustment pattern setting button to display the Adjustment pattern setting dialog box. Set the Adjustment Item, Number of Patterns, and Adjustment Value Spacing for the Horizontal Axis and Vertical Axis. If you want to check part of an image as the adjustment pattern, click the Specify the Range of Images button, select the range you want to check in the Specify the...
Page 294: Perform Black Point Compensation
Perform Black Point Compensation iPF6400 If there are any other items that you want to adjust, select Adjustment Item and perform steps 7 and 8. Once you have made the necessary adjustments, select the Update Base Values in the Color Settings Sheet check box and click the Close button.
Page 295: Perform Printing Press Simulation Print
Perform Printing Press Simulation Print iPF6400 Perform Printing Press Simulation Print Perform Printing Press Simulation Print You can perform printing press simulation prints by specifying ICC profiles such as Japan Color or SWOP, and specify- ing an ICC profile for the printing press. Display the Main sheet.
Page 296: Enlarge/Reduce And Print Matching Output Media Size
Enlarge/Reduce and Print Matching Output Media Size iPF6400 • Enlarge/Reduce and Print Matching Width of Roll Paper →P.297 • Specify Scaling, Enlarge/Reduce and Print →P.298 Enlarge/Reduce and Print Matching Output Media Size Enlarge/Reduce and Print Matching Output Media Size By specifying the media type loaded in the printer, the image can be enlarged or reduced to fit the size of the image area of the media.
Page 297: Enlarge/Reduce And Print Matching Width Of Roll Paper
Enlarge/Reduce and Print Matching Width of Roll Paper iPF6400 Enlarge/Reduce and Print Matching Width of Roll Paper Enlarge/Reduce and Print Matching Width of Roll Paper You can enlarge/reduce and print an image matching the width of the roll paper set in the printer. This is useful when you wish to print an image that covers the entire width of the roll paper.
Page 298: Specify Scaling, Enlarge/Reduce And Print
Specify Scaling, Enlarge/Reduce and Print iPF6400 Specify Scaling, Enlarge/Reduce and Print Specify Scaling, Enlarge/Reduce and Print You can specify scaling to enlarge/reduce an image and print. This is useful when you wish to print an image at a spe- cific size. Display the Page Setup sheet.
Page 299: Print With No Borders
Print with No Borders iPF6400 Print with No Borders Print with No Borders You can use the borderless printing function to print without margins surrounding the image. • With some media borderless printing can be performed only between two edges. •...
Page 300: Customize Media Settings
Customize Media Settings iPF6400 Customize Media Settings Customize Media Settings You can customize media settings. Display the Main sheet. Select the media type that you wish to customize in Media Type. • Always select media type that is actually set in the printer. When the media you chose is different from the media set in the printer, you may not receive the desired print results.
Page 301: Confirm Print History Details
Confirm Print History Details iPF6400 Confirm Print History Details Confirm Print History Details You can confirm the print history details. Display Print History sheet. Click the Details button. • Select the print history you wish to check the details of, from either Print History or Favorites in the Print History Note Details dialog box.
Page 302: Apply Print History To An Image
Apply Print History to an Image iPF6400 Apply Print History to an Image Apply Print History to an Image You can use previous print history, and apply it to an image. Display the Print History sheet. If required, check the print history details. (See "Confirm Print History Details.") →P.301 Select the print history you wish to apply from Print History and Favorites, and click the Apply button.
Page 303 Store Print History to Print Preferences iPF6400 Select the print history you wish to store in print prefer- ences from Print History in the Print History Details dialog box, and check the print history details in Set- tings. Select the print history you wish to store in print prefer- ences from Print History and click the button.
Page 304: Delete Print History
Delete Print History iPF6400 Click the OK button to close the Print History Details dialog box. Delete Print History Delete Print History You can delete print history. • Be aware that you cannot undo deletions of print history. Important Display the Print History sheet. Click the Details button.
Page 305 Delete Print History iPF6400 Select the print history you wish to delete from Print History in the Print History Details dialog box, and click the Delete button. Click the OK button. Click the OKbutton to close the Print History Details dialog box.
Page 306: Export Print History From Print Preferences
Export Print History from Print Preferences iPF6400 Export Print History from Print Preferences Export Print History from Print Preferences You can export print history stored in print preferences as a file. Display the Print History sheet. Click the Details button. Select the print history you wish to export from Favor- ites in the Print History Details dialog box, and click the Export button.
Page 307: Import Print History To Print Preferences
Import Print History to Print Preferences iPF6400 Click the OK button to close the Print History Details dialog box. Import Print History to Print Preferences Import Print History to Print Preferences You can import print history in file format and store it to print preferences. Display the Print History sheet.
Page 308 Import Print History to Print Preferences iPF6400 Select the print history you wish to import in the Open dialog box, and click the Open button. The print history is imported. • The print history file name suffix is *.pjb. • Note You cannot import a print history file exported from a different OS in Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Profes- sional.
Page 309: Delete Print History From Print Preferences
Delete Print History from Print Preferences iPF6400 Delete Print History from Print Preferences Delete Print History from Print Preferences You can delete print history store to print preferences. You cannot store more than 200 print history items in print pref- erences.
Page 310: Set Information To Print With Image
Set Information to Print with Image iPF6400 Click the OK button to close the Print History Details dialog box. Set Information to Print with Image Set Information to Print with Image You can print information with an image that is related, such as the file name and the time and date. •...
Page 311 Set Information to Print with Image iPF6400 When you wish to edit the comment, click the Edit Comment button. • When you do not wish to edit the comment, move to step 7. Note Input the comment in the Edit Comment dialog box, and click OK button.
Page 312: Layout Plug-In For Photoshop
About the Layout Plug-In iPF6400 Layout Plug-In for Photoshop Layout Plug-In for Photoshop About the Layout Plug-In ..............................312 Layout Plug-In Main Window ............................312 Add Canvas Size dialog box ............................. 314 Creating and Printing a Layout Image for Mounting on a Frame ..............315 About the Layout Plug-In About the Layout Plug-In When printing a photo to mount on a frame, you can start the Layout Plug-In from Photoshop and create a layout im-...
Page 313 Layout Plug-In Main Window iPF6400 • Since values entered in mm or inches are first converted temporarily to pixels and then reconverted to mm or inches, values may be displayed that differ from the entered values. Important • Select Canvas Size Selects the canvas size.
Page 314: Add Canvas Size Dialog Box
Add Canvas Size dialog box iPF6400 Displays the original image size before creating the layout image. • Finished Displays the image size of the entire layout image with the canvas sides, crop marks, and the amount of ex- tension added to the input image size. •...
Page 315: Creating And Printing A Layout Image For Mounting On A Frame
Creating and Printing a Layout Image for Mounting on a Frame iPF6400 Enter the width and height of the canvas size you are adding in Size. When you select a size displayed in the Paper Size List, the values are displayed in the Width and Height in the Size field.
Page 316 Creating and Printing a Layout Image for Mounting on a Frame iPF6400 Select the canvas size that matches the frame for mounting the image and create a layout image by adding effects such as frame side effects. For details, see "Layout Plug-In Main Window." →P.312 •...
Page 317: Print Plug-In For Office
Print Plug-In for Office features (Windows) iPF6400 Print Plug-In for Office Print Plug-In for Office Print Plug-In for Office features ............................. 317 Steps to install ..................................318 Steps to uninstall ................................... 320 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed ......................321 To start from Microsoft Word ............................
Page 318: Steps To Install
Steps to install (Windows) iPF6400 Steps to install Steps to install Below are the steps to install Print Plug-In for Office. • You must log into Windows as an Administrator before the installation. Note Insert "User Software CD-ROM" into the CD-ROM drive and start the installer. •...
Page 319 Steps to install (Windows) iPF6400 Click the Next button. Read the License Agreement, and click the Yes but- ton. Click the Start button. User's Guide...
Page 320: Steps To Uninstall
The installation for Print Plug-In for Office is com- plete. • When you install this software, the virtual printer Canon imagePROGRAF PrintPlugIn may be installed. If you want to use this software, do not uninstall the virtual printer Canon imagePROGRAF PrintPlugIn. Important •...
Page 321: When Print Plug-In For Office Is Not Displayed
When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed (Windows) iPF6400 Select imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In, and click the Remove button. • You cannot uninstall Print Plug-In for Office if an Office application is running. When a message appears, select Cancel and close all Office applications that are running.
Page 322 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed (Windows) iPF6400 Select Options from the File menu. From the list on the left side of the <application name> options dialog box, select Add-ins. Select Disabled Items in the Manage combo box and click the Go button.
Page 323 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed (Windows) iPF6400 Click the Office button and then click the <application name> options button. From the list on the left side of the <application name> options dialog box, select Add-ins. Select Disabled Items in the Manage combo box and click the Go button.
Page 324 When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed (Windows) iPF6400 If Addin imageprograf print plug-in (ipfaddinif.dll) is displayed in the Disabled Items dialog box, select it and click the Enable button. Close all the dialog boxes and restart the Office application. •...
Page 325: To Start From Microsoft Word
To start from Microsoft Word (Windows) iPF6400 If Addin imageprograf print plug-in (ipfaddinif.dll) is displayed in the Disabled Items dialog box, select it and click the Enable button. Close all the dialog boxes and restart the Office application. To start from Microsoft Word To start from Microsoft Word Below are the steps to start Print Plug-In for Office from Microsoft Word.
Page 326: Print Matching Roll Width (Word)
Print Matching Roll Width (Word) (Windows) iPF6400 Printing Wizard dialog box • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate the toolbar. Important Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box •...
Page 327 Print Matching Roll Width (Word) (Windows) iPF6400 If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box.
Page 328: Borderless Printing (Word)
Borderless Printing (Word) (Windows) iPF6400 Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
Page 329 Borderless Printing (Word) (Windows) iPF6400 Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box.
Page 330 Borderless Printing (Word) (Windows) iPF6400 Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select Layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages. For Pages, insert the page number. Enter Copies. •...
Page 331: Multi-Page Printing (Word)
Multi-Page Printing (Word) (Windows) iPF6400 Press Print to start printing. Multi-Page Printing (Word) Multi-Page Printing (Word) Prints multiple pages as one page. You can print handouts into a single page, or print matter with many pages. Start Microsoft Word. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon.
Page 332: Register The Settings (Word)
Register the settings (Word) (Windows) iPF6400 Select layout from Layout Selection. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Pages, Current Page, and Pages. If Pages is selected, enter the number of pages. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
Page 333: Print Using Registered Settings (Word)
Print Using Registered Settings (Word) (Windows) iPF6400 Click the One-Touch Registration button. Enter name in Name. Up to 31 characters can be entered. Click . The name you entered is displayed in Registered Settings. Click OK, and return to the Print screen. Click Print to print, and click Cancel to cancel the print.
Page 334 Print Using Registered Settings (Word) (Windows) iPF6400 • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate the toolbar/ribbon. Important Click Print Using Registered Settings.
Page 335: Portrait Orientation / Landscape Orientation (Word)
Portrait Orientation / Landscape Orientation (Word) (Windows) iPF6400 Press Print to start printing. Portrait Orientation / Landscape Orientation (Word) Portrait Orientation / Landscape Orientation (Word) Print to the edge of the roll width. You can print large exhibits and posters, or print the Landscape or Portrait Orienta- tion Page Sizes made in the Large-Format Printing Wizard.
Page 336: To Start From Microsoft Powerpoint
To start from Microsoft PowerPoint (Windows) iPF6400 Adjust Length from the list-box or slide-bar. Click the Create Page button. Click OK if the message is displayed. Edit and create the document. • Printing is done in Print Matching Roll Width of the Printing Wizard. For details on Print Matching Roll Width, see "Print Matching Roll Width (Word)."...
Page 337 To start from Microsoft PowerPoint (Windows) iPF6400 • If the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon is not displayed, refer to the following. • Important When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed →P.321 Check that the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon is displayed. Click the buttons on the toolbar/ribbon according to the items you want to set.
Page 338: Print Matching Roll Width (Powerpoint)
Print Matching Roll Width (PowerPoint) (Windows) iPF6400 Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Large-Format Printing Wizard is open, close the Large-Format Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate Important the toolbar/ribbon.
Page 339 Print Matching Roll Width (PowerPoint) (Windows) iPF6400 Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box.
Page 340: Borderless Printing (Powerpoint)
Borderless Printing (PowerPoint) (Windows) iPF6400 Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
Page 341 Borderless Printing (PowerPoint) (Windows) iPF6400 Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box.
Page 342 Borderless Printing (PowerPoint) (Windows) iPF6400 Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select Layout. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies.
Page 343: Multi-Page Printing (Powerpoint)
Multi-Page Printing (PowerPoint) (Windows) iPF6400 Press Print to start printing. Multi-Page Printing (PowerPoint) Multi-Page Printing (PowerPoint) Prints multiple pages as one page. You can print handouts into a single page, or print matter with many pages. Start Microsoft PowerPoint. If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon.
Page 344: Register The Settings (Powerpoint)
Register the settings (PowerPoint) (Windows) iPF6400 Select layout from Layout Selection. Select Next. Select Media Type. Select Print Range from All Slides, Current Slide, and Slides. If Slides is selected, enter the slide number. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. •...
Page 345: Print Using Registered Settings (Powerpoint)
Print Using Registered Settings (PowerPoint) (Windows) iPF6400 Click the One-Touch Registration button. Enter name in Name. Up to 31 characters can be entered. Click . The name you entered is displayed in Registered Settings. Click OK, and return to the Print screen. Click Print to print, and click Cancel to cancel the print.
Page 346 Print Using Registered Settings (PowerPoint) (Windows) iPF6400 • If you want to change the display to another file or application while the Printing Wizard is open, close the Printing Wizard dialog box. Otherwise, you may not be able to change displays or operate the toolbar/ribbon. Important Click Print Using Registered Settings.
Page 347: Portrait Orientation / Landscape Orientation (Powerpoint)
Portrait Orientation / Landscape Orientation (PowerPoint) (Windows) iPF6400 Press Print to start printing. Portrait Orientation / Landscape Orientation (PowerPoint) Portrait Orientation / Landscape Orientation (PowerPoint) Print to the edge of the roll width. You can print large exhibits and posters, or print the Landscape or Portrait Orienta- tion Page Sizes made in the Large-Format Printing Wizard.
Page 348: To Start From Microsoft Excel
To start from Microsoft Excel (Windows) iPF6400 Adjust Length from the list-box or slide-bar. Click the Create Page button. Click OK if the message is displayed. Edit and create the document. • The layout may collapse if you create a form using existing data. If that is the case, modify the data again. Important •...
Page 349 To start from Microsoft Excel (Windows) iPF6400 • If the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon is not displayed, refer to the following. • Important When Print Plug-In for Office is not displayed →P.321 Check that the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon is displayed.
Page 350: Print Entire Sheet (Excel)
Print Entire Sheet (Excel) (Windows) iPF6400 • If you click the Print button with a graph selected, a message dialog box will appear asking if you want to continue printing. If you click No, you will return to the application. Note •...
Page 351 Print Entire Sheet (Excel) (Windows) iPF6400 The Printing Wizard dialog box is displayed. Click Print Entire Sheet. A message will appear informing you that analysis is in progress. The Layout menu will appear automatically. • If data analysis requires time, a message dialog will appear. If you select No, you will return to the application. Note User's Guide...
Page 352: Print Selected Area (Excel)
Print Selected Area (Excel) (Windows) iPF6400 Select Roll Paper Width that is set in the printer. Select image size. Select layout. To configure Binding, click the Binding Settings button. Refer to Configuring Binding (Excel) for details on the procedure for configuring Binding. →P.355 Select Next.
Page 353 Print Selected Area (Excel) (Windows) iPF6400 If Start imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In is displayed, click it. Click Print from the imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In toolbar/ribbon. • When more than one worksheet is selected, the Printing Wizard cannot be run. Select only one worksheet and click Print again.
Page 354 Print Selected Area (Excel) (Windows) iPF6400 A message will appear informing you that analysis is in progress. The Layout menu will appear automatically. • If the range selected in Excel 2007/2010 is too large, it will not be possible to analyze the data. Select a smaller range and then run the analysis.
Page 355: Configuring Binding (Excel)
Configuring Binding (Excel) (Windows) iPF6400 Select Next. Select Media Type. Enter Copies. • When Print in Draft mode is selected, printing is fast but the print quality is poor. • Note When Saturation is selected, you can print posters, etc., vividly. •...
Page 356: Configuring Special Settings
Configuring Special Settings (Windows) iPF6400 Open the Binding Settings dialog box. If the Binding checkbox is not checked, select it to turn binding on. Select Binding Edge. Select Binding Margin. Click the OK button. Return to the Layout screen. Check that the Binding settings are applied in the pre- view screen.
Page 357 Configuring Special Settings (Windows) iPF6400 Item Details Center sheets and print areas When this setting is off, printing is performed without changing the position. When this setting is on, printing is performed with the top, bottom, left, and right margins layed out equally. When this setting is off, printing is performed without changing the position.
Page 358 iPF6400 User's Guide...
Page 359: Mac Os X Software
iPF6400 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS X Software Printer Driver .................. 360 Preview ................... 384 Free Layout ..................412 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ........443 Print Plug-In for Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional ....460 Layout Plug-In for Photoshop ............
Page 360: Printer Driver
Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Printer Driver Printer Driver Printer Driver Settings ............................... 360 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver ........................362 Confirming Print Settings ..............................364 Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing ....................364 Using Favorites ..................................365 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications ................
Page 361 Printer Driver Settings (Mac OS X) iPF6400 You can specify the media type, color processing, print quality, print preview, and other settings. Choose Easy Settings to specify basic print settings based on the printing application or Advanced Settings to complete more detailed settings as desired.
Page 362: Specifying Paper In The Printer Driver
Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver If you have replaced the paper, you must complete the following settings in the printer driver. This sets the Format for and Paper Size.
Page 363 Specifying Paper in the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Access the Page Setup pane. In the Paper Source list, select how paper is supplied. If you have selected Manual in Paper Source, make sure the size as selected in Page Setup is displayed in Page Size.
Page 364: Confirming Print Settings
Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing Checking the Layout in a Preview Before Printing This topic describes how to check the layout before printing using the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview function. Choose Print in the application menu. User's Guide...
Page 365: Using Favorites
Print. The Canon imagePROGRAF Preview window is dis- played. Check the layout and adjust settings in the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview window as desired. Print from the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview menu. • For details on imagePROGRAF Preview functions, refer to Preview →P.384...
Page 366: Accessing The Printer Driver Dialog Box From Applications
Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications Accessing the Printer Driver Dialog Box from Applications In the application software, select Print from the File menu to display the dialog box for printing conditions. •...
Page 367 Main Pane (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Common Items • Media Type Select the paper type. For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See " Paper Refer- ence Guide ".) • Get Information Displays Paper Information on Printer.
Page 368 Main Pane (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Configuration using Easy Settings • Print Target Choose presets that match the type of document to be printed. • Printing Photos and Images →P.37 • Printing Office Documents →P.48 • Print Quality Choose the level of print quality. •...
Page 369: Paper Information On Printer Dialog Box
Paper Information on Printer Dialog Box (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Print Quality Choose the level of print quality. • Giving Priority to Particular Graphic Elements and Colors for Printing →P.61 • Input Bit Depth Choose the levels of gradation in print data, either 8-bit or 16-bit. Optimal results when printing data with rich gra- dation are possible by choosing 16-bit.
Page 370: Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box
Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Paper Source Shows the Paper Source supported by the printer, as well as the type of paper loaded. To update the media type setting in the printer driver, select the desired Paper Source option and click OK. Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box The Paper Detailed Settings dialog box offers the following settings.
Page 371 Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Setting Item Details Printer Default The setting of the control panel of the printer is applied. None The next line is printed immediately after a line is printed. 1 sec. / 3 sec. / 5 sec. / 7 sec. / 9 sec. The next line is printed when the set time elapses after a line is printed.
Page 372: View Settings Dialog Box For The Printing Application
View settings Dialog Box for the Printing Application (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Mirror Specify whether to print a mirror image, as needed. Select this option to print a version of the document or image with the left and right sides inverted. Extend print pass Uneven printing that occurs when printing with Highest selected in Print Quality may be improved in some cases by selecting this check box.
Page 373 Matching pane iPF6400 Driver Matching Mode The following options are available when you select Driver Matching Mode in the Matching Mode list. • Matching Mode Select the color matching mode to use, as desired. Normally, select Driver Matching Mode. For color matching based on ICC profiles, select ICC Matching Mode depending on your color matching system.
Page 374 We recommend that you select an ICC profile created using commercially available profile creation software in or- der to perform color management accurately on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper. The created ICC profile needs to be saved in the following folder on the computer you are using.
Page 375: Color Settings Pane: Color
Color Settings Pane: Color (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Color Settings Pane: Color Color Settings Pane: Color In general, make any needed adjustments to the color of documents in the application used to create them. However, if the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can also adjust the color in the printer driver. If the color tone as printed is not as you expected, you can adjust it on the Color Adjustment pane.
Page 376: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Color
Object Adjustment dialog box: Color iPF6400 • Object Adjustment Select this option to display the Object Adjustment dialog box, in which you can specify objects subject to color adjustment. • Object Adjustment dialog box: Color →P.376 Object Adjustment dialog box: Color Object Adjustment dialog box: Color In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to.
Page 377: Color Settings Pane: Monochrome
Color Settings Pane: Monochrome (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Color Settings Pane: Monochrome Color Settings Pane: Monochrome On the Color Adjustment pane for monochrome printing, you can adjust the brightness and contrast. • To display the Color Adjustment pane, on the Main pane, click Color Settings in Advanced Settings.(See " Main Pane ") →P.366 Note...
Page 378: Object Adjustment Dialog Box: Monochrome
Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome iPF6400 • Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome →P.378 Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome Object Adjustment dialog box: Monochrome In the Object Adjustment dialog box, you can specify what type of print jobs to apply color adjustment to. If an original comprises images, graphics, and text, you can specify which portion to apply color adjustment to.
Page 379 Gray Adjustment Pane (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • To display the Gray Adjustment pane, on the Main Pane , select Monochrome (Photo) by Color Mode in Ad- →P.366 vanced Settings, and then click Color Settings. Note • Monochrome (Photo) is not available for all types of paper. •...
Page 380: Page Setup Pane
Page Setup Pane (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Page Setup Pane Page Setup Pane The following settings are available on the Page Setup pane. For details on settings items, refer to the printer driver help. • Paper Source Choose how paper is supplied. Options displayed in the list vary depending on the selection in Media Type in the Main pane.
Page 381: Utility Pane
Utility Pane (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Paper Size Choose the size of the paper you will print on. Click Display all selections for Paper Size to list available sizes. For details on available paper sizes, see " Paper Sizes "...
Page 382: Additional Settings Pane
On the Support pane, you can view support information and the user's manual. • Support Information Click to access the Canon support webpage, where you can find the latest information on the printer and consum- ables, check for printer driver updates, and browse other information. •...
Page 383 Support Pane (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Settings The settings can be saved as a file. Click to display the Export dialog box, which enables you to specify where to save the file. • About You can display version information for the printer driver. User's Guide...
Page 384: Preview
The Features of Preview (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Preview Preview The Features of Preview ..............................384 Starting Preview ..................................384 Preview Main Window ................................386 Paper Settings Panel ................................389 Easy Settings ..................................391 Advanced Settings ................................392 Output Settings Panel ................................. 394 Color Settings Panel ................................
Page 385 Starting Preview (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Print button in the Print dialog box. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. Note Preview main window is displayed. User's Guide...
Page 386: Preview Main Window
Preview Main Window (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Preview Main Window Preview Main Window The Preview main window consists of the menu and tool bars, and preview, dialog , drawer and status area. • You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool bar. Note •...
Page 387 Preview Main Window (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Preview Area You can check the settings you made in this area. User's Guide...
Page 388 Preview Main Window (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Dialog Area This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. • Drawer Area This allows you to display the thumbnails of a document. This area appears when you click Drawer from the tool bar.
Page 389: Paper Settings Panel
Paper Settings Panel (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Status Area This shows Input Size and Output Size. Paper Settings Panel Paper Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Paper Settings in the dialog area. • Media Type This allows you to select the media type. •...
Page 390 Paper Settings Panel (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Paper Source You can select the paper source. The following settings are available for paper source. Setting Details Manual Select for manual paper feed printing. Manual (3mm margins) Select for manual paper feed printing when you want to minimize the margin at the far end edge of paper.
Page 391: Easy Settings
Easy Settings (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Easy Settings Easy Settings You can easily select the best settings for the print job by just selecting an item from the print target list that matches the content of the document. • Print Target You can easily select the best settings for the print job simply.
Page 392: Advanced Settings
Advanced Settings (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • The number of settings available for selection depends on the media type. Note • Print Quality Selecting print quality strikes a balance between the quality of the printed image and printing speed. The level of the print quality and resolution settings are displayed in the following combinations. Setting Details Print Quality...
Page 393 Advanced Settings (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Print Priority Select a print quality mode that is appropriate for the print job. Setting Details Image This mode achieves the best results for printing photographic images and illustrations. Line Drawing This mode is best for printing CAD drawings with fine lines or wall newssheet or other documents that contain large amounts of text.
Page 394: Output Settings Panel
Output Settings Panel (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Output Settings Panel Output Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Output Settings in the dialog area. • Enlarged/Reduced Printing Select the method for enlarged/reduced printing. The following settings are available for enlarged/reduced printing. Setting Details Fit Paper Size...
Page 395 Output Settings Panel (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Borderless Printing You can print the media without margins on all sides when the roll paper with the specific width and the specific media type is used. For more information about Borderless Printing, see "Print with No Borders." →P.407 •...
Page 396: Color Settings Panel
Color Settings Panel (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Color Settings Panel Color Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Color Settings in the dialog area. • Color Mode You can select a color mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Color Enables color printing.
Page 397: Color Adjustment
Color Adjustment (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Color Adjustment →P.397 • Gray Adjustment →P.400 • Matching →P.401 • You can select Gray Adjustment only after Monochrome (Photo) has been selected in Color Mode. • Note Matching is not displayed if No color correction has been selected in Color Mode. •...
Page 398 Color Adjustment (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Select Color Adjustment. Drag each slider to the left or right to adjust. Setting Details Cyan Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues. Magenta Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues. Yellow Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues.
Page 399 Color Adjustment (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Adjusting Monochrome Use the monochrome setting to print monochrome images of color photographs captured with a scanner or digital cam- era or other color images. Select Monochrome on Color Mode in the Color Settings panel. Select Color Adjustment.
Page 400: Gray Adjustment
Gray Adjustment (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Gray Adjustment Gray Adjustment You can set the gray adjustment. Adjusting Monochrome (Photo) Sets monochrome printing for black-and-white photo image data captured with a scanner or digital camera. Select Monochrome (Photo) on Color Mode in the Color Settings panel. Select Gray Adjustment.
Page 401: Matching
Matching (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Drag each slider to the left or right to adjust. Setting Details Tone You can adjust the brightness of intermediate tones in an image. Selecting Hard tone gives a hard impression with more definition. Selecting Soft tone gives a soft impression. Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the entire image.
Page 402: Matching Method
Matching (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Matching Mode You can select a matching mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Driver Matching Mode Enables printing of optimal color tones using a driver specific color profile. You should normally →P.404 select this mode.
Page 403 Matching (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • You can select only after Driver Matching Mode has been selected in Matching Mode. Note • Gamma You can adjust the gradation of intermediate tones in an image. 2.2 is normally selected. If you want a softer im- pression than 2.2, select 1.8.
Page 404: Driver Matching Mode
Driver Matching Mode (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Driver Matching Mode Driver Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select Driver Matching Mode. Click the Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Auto Automatically selects the best color matching method for each Image, Graphics, Text. Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively.
Page 405: Icc Matching Mode
ICC Matching Mode (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Setting Details Adobe RGB Uses wide color space. Use this setting to print images created with Adobe RGB color space. ICC Matching Mode ICC Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select ICC Matching Mode. Click the Matching Method list, and then select a setting.
Page 406: Colorsync
ColorSync (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Printer Profile list and select a printer profile. ColorSync ColorSync Check that ColorSync is selected in Matching Mode. To apply ColorSync to previews, check the Soft Proof check box. Preferences Dialog Box Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Preferences from the imagePROGRAF Advanced Preview menu.
Page 407: Zoom Dialog Box
Zoom Dialog Box (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Zoom Dialog Box Zoom Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Zoom from the View menu. You can enlarge or reduce the screen display. • Scaling Set the magnification for enlargement or reduction of the screen display. •...
Page 408: Print On The Center
Print on the Center (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Borderless Printing check box on. Click the Print button. Borderless printing begins. Print on the Center Print on the Center You can print on the center of the media loaded in the printer. •...
Page 409: Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees
Print Page Rotated 90 Degrees (Mac OS X) iPF6400 On the Paper Settings Panel , select Roll Paper in Paper Source. →P.389 On the Output Settings Panel , click the No →P.394 Spaces at Top or Bottom check box on. Click the Print button.
Page 410: Display With Fitting To The Width Of The Paper
Display with Fitting to the Width of the Paper (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Display with Fitting to the Width of the Paper Display with Fitting to the Width of the Paper In the preview area, you can display to the width of the paper. Select Fit to Width from the tool bar.
Page 411: Moving A Page
Moving a Page (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Actual size is displayed. Moving a Page Moving a Page You can move a page to display in the preview area. Select each button in Go to Page on the tool bar. Setting Details Go to the first page.
Page 412: Free Layout
The Features of Free Layout (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Free Layout Free Layout The Features of Free Layout ............................412 Starting Free Layout ................................412 Free Layout Main Window ..............................414 Paper Settings Panel ................................417 Easy Settings ..................................419 Advanced Settings ................................
Page 413 Starting Free Layout (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Print button in the Print dialog box. • Your printer is depicted in the lower-left area of this screen. Note Free Layout main window is displayed. User's Guide...
Page 414: Free Layout Main Window
Free Layout Main Window (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Free Layout Main Window Free Layout Main Window The Free Layout main window consists of the menu and tool bars, layout area and dialog areas. • You can use the View menu to show or hide the tool. Note •...
Page 415 Free Layout Main Window (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Layout Area This allows you to lay out objects and edit the object size and orientation. User's Guide...
Page 416 Free Layout Main Window (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Dialog Area This allows you to set the print conditions and perform a print job. User's Guide...
Page 417: Paper Settings Panel
Paper Settings Panel (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Paper Settings Panel Paper Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Paper Settings in the dialog area. • Media Type This allows you to select the media type. • Always select media type that is actually set in the printer. When the media you chose is different from the media set in the printer, you may not receive the desired print results.
Page 418 Paper Settings Panel (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Setting Details Manual Select for manual paper feed printing. Manual (3mm margins) Select for manual paper feed printing when you want to minimize the margin at the far end edge of paper. • When you select Manual (3mm margins) for Paper Source, the far end edge of printed image may become defective depending on the paper used.
Page 419: Easy Settings
Easy Settings (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Easy Settings Easy Settings You can easily select the best settings for the print job by just selecting an item from the print target list that matches the content of the document. • Print Target You can easily select the best settings for the print job simply.
Page 420: Advanced Settings
Advanced Settings (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • The number of settings available for selection depends on the media type. Note • Print Quality Selecting print quality strikes a balance between the quality of the printed image and printing speed. The level of the print quality and resolution settings are displayed in the following combinations. Setting Details Print Quality...
Page 421 Advanced Settings (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Print Priority Select a print quality mode that is appropriate for the print job. Setting Details Image This mode achieves the best results for printing photographic images and illustrations. Line Drawing This mode is best for printing CAD drawings with fine lines or wall newssheet or other documents that contain large amounts of text.
Page 422: Color Settings Panel
Color Settings Panel (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Color Settings Panel Color Settings Panel This panel appears when you select Color Settings in the dialog area. • Color Mode You can select a color mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Color Enables color printing.
Page 423: Color Adjustment
Color Adjustment (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Color Adjustment →P.423 • Gray Adjustment →P.426 • Matching →P.427 • You can select Gray Adjustment only after Monochrome (Photo) has been selected in Color Mode. • Note Matching is not displayed if No color correction has been selected in Color Mode. •...
Page 424 Color Adjustment (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Select Color Adjustment. Drag each slider to the left or right to adjust. Setting Details Cyan Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues. Magenta Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues. Yellow Adjusts the strength of colors to compensate the hues.
Page 425 Color Adjustment (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Adjusting Monochrome Use the monochrome setting to print monochrome images of color photographs captured with a scanner or digital cam- era or other color images. Select Monochrome on Color Mode in the Color Settings panel. Select Color Adjustment.
Page 426: Gray Adjustment
Gray Adjustment (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Gray Adjustment Gray Adjustment You can set the gray adjustment. Adjusting Monochrome (Photo) Sets monochrome printing for black-and-white photo image data captured with a scanner or digital camera. Select Monochrome (Photo) on Color Mode in the Color Settings panel. Select Gray Adjustment.
Page 427: Matching
Matching (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Drag each slider to the left or right to adjust. Setting Details Tone You can adjust the brightness of intermediate tones in an image. Selecting Hard tone gives a hard impression with more definition. Selecting Soft tone gives a soft impression. Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the entire image.
Page 428 Matching (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Matching Mode You can select a matching mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Driver Matching Mode Enables printing of optimal color tones using a driver specific color profile. You should normally →P.430 select this mode.
Page 429 Matching (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • You can select only after Driver Matching Mode has been selected in Matching Mode. Note • Gamma You can adjust the gradation of intermediate tones in an image. 2.2 is normally selected. If you want a softer im- pression than 2.2, select 1.8.
Page 430: Driver Matching Mode
Driver Matching Mode (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Driver Matching Mode Driver Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select Driver Matching Mode. Click the Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Auto Automatically selects the best color matching method for each Image, Graphics, Text. Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively.
Page 431: Icc Matching Mode
ICC Matching Mode (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Setting Details Adobe RGB Uses wide color space. Use this setting to print images created with Adobe RGB color space. ICC Matching Mode ICC Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select ICC Matching Mode. Click the Matching Method list, and then select a setting.
Page 432: Colorsync
ColorSync (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Printer Profile list and select a printer profile. ColorSync ColorSync Check that ColorSync is selected in Matching Mode. Place a checkmark on Soft Proof to simulate the output product in Layout Area. User's Guide...
Page 433: Preferences Dialog Box
Preferences Dialog Box (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Preferences Dialog Box Preferences Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you select Preferences from the imagePROGRAF Advanced Preview menu. You can set the preferences for Free Layout. • Units Set the unit for paper length, margins, and so on. •...
Page 434: Page Setup Dialog Box
Page Setup Dialog Box (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Auto Arrange Spacing Change the object-to-object spacing to be applied in the operation of laying out objects automatically. • You can input between 0.0 and 100.0(mm) (between 0.00 and 3.94(inch)). • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲...
Page 435: Zoom Dialog Box
Zoom Dialog Box (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • When you have selected Roll Paper Length > Auto Settings and Paper Orientation > Vertical, you can choose only Upper Left to Right. Note • When you have selected Roll Paper Length > Auto Settings and Paper Orientation > Horizontal, you can choose only Upper Left to Bottom.
Page 436: Laying Out A Multiple-File Document On One Page
Laying out a Multiple-File Document on One Page (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Rotate When you place a checkmark here, you can select Rotate Right or Rotate Left. Setting Details Rotate Right Rotates the object 90 degrees clockwise. Rotate Left Rotates the object 90 degrees counterclockwise.
Page 437: Selecting An Object
Selecting an Object (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Selecting an Object Selecting an Object When an object is selected, a select box (blue border) appears around the object. • To select an object, click that object. • To select multiple successive objects, click them while holding down the shift key. Note •...
Page 438: Moving An Object
Moving an Object (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Resizing by specifying a scaling value Select an object. Open the Format Dialog Box →P.435 Use Scaling to set the magnification for enlargement or reduction. You either enter numbers directly. • You can input between 25 and 400. •...
Page 439: Laying Out Objects Automatically
Laying out Objects Automatically (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Laying out Objects Automatically Laying out Objects Automatically Click Auto Arrange in the tool bar. This automatically lays out objects. Alternatively, you may select Auto Arrange Object from the Object menu. • The object layout order varies depending on the Order setting on the Page Setup Dialog Box →P.434 Note...
Page 440 Aligning Objects (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Center Vertically Lays out the objects, justifying them to the vertical center. • Align Bottom Lays out the objects, justifying them to the bottom. • Align Left Lays out the objects, justifying them to the left. •...
Page 441: Changing The Object Overlapping Order
Changing the Object Overlapping Order (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Align Right Lays out the objects, justifying them to the right. Changing the Object Overlapping Order Changing the Object Overlapping Order You can change the object overlapping order. Select an object. Select the overlapping order menu from the Object menu.
Page 442: Pasting A Copied Or Cut Object
Pasting a Copied or Cut Object (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Bring Forward Moves the object one position to the front. • Send Backward Moves the object one position to the back. Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Pasting a Copied or Cut Object Click Copy or Cut from the toolbar.
Page 443: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy
The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy The Features of Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ................. 443 Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy ....................444 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box .................... 445 Hot Folder ....................................
Page 444: Starting Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy
RUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. • You can also start the utility directly by clicking on the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy.app icon in Applications > Canon Utilities > iR Enlargement Copy. Note • If you are using Mac OS X v10.7 and later, start it from Launchpad.
Page 445: Color Imagerunner Enlargement Copy Dialog Box
Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy Dialog Box The explanation below is on the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. • For the step to open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, see "Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlarge- ment Copy."...
Page 446: Creating A New Hot Folder
Creating a New Hot Folder (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Creating a New Hot Folder Creating a New Hot Folder Open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. • For the step to open the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box, see "Starting Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy."...
Page 447: Editing A Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions)
Editing a Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions) (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the OK button. The created Hot Folder is listed in the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. Click the Close button to close the Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy dialog box. From the Apple Menu, open the Sharing dialog box for System Preferences.
Page 448 Editing a Hot Folder (Setting Print Conditions) (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Make the necessary settings in the Paper Settings Pan- →P.450 Make the necessary settings in the Output Settings Pan- →P.454 User's Guide...
Page 449: Deleting A Hot Folder
Deleting a Hot Folder (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Make the necessary settings in the Color Settings Pan- →P.456 Click the OK button to close the Add/Edit Hot Folder dialog box. From the Apple Menu, open the Sharing dialog box for System Preferences. For Mac OS X v10.5-v10.6: Check the File Sharing checkbox and click the Options button.
Page 450: Setting The Print Parameters
Setting the Print Parameters (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Select the Hot Folder you want to delete from the Hot Folder list. Select Delete the entire folder, as well as items in the list above, and then click the Delete button. Read the messag,e and then click the OK button.
Page 451 Paper Settings Panel (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Media Type This allows you to select the media type. • Always select media type that is actually set in the printer. When the media you chose is different from the media set in the printer, you may not receive the desired print results.
Page 452: Easy Settings
Easy Settings (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Easy Settings Easy Settings You can easily select the best settings for the print job by just selecting an item from the print target list that matches the content of the document. • Print Target You can easily select the best settings for the print job simply.
Page 453: Advanced Settings
Advanced Settings (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Advanced Settings Advanced Settings Presents detailed settings for the print priority, the print quality, and other items so you can select the values for these settings yourself. • Print Priority Select a print quality mode that is appropriate for the print job. Setting Details Image...
Page 454: Output Settings Panel
Output Settings Panel (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Output Settings Panel Output Settings Panel • Enlarged/Reduced Printing Select the method for enlarged/reduced printing. The following settings are available for enlarged/reduced printing. Setting Details Fit Paper Size Enlarges/reduces the whole page automatically to fit the media size selected for output. Select the media size to print from Paper Size.
Page 455: Rotate Page
Output Settings Panel (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Print Centered Select this feature to print the image in the center of a cut sheet or to print left and right margins evenly from the edges of roll paper. • This feature is useful when you print the document enlarged or reduced with Scaling as well. When an image is scaled, it is always enlarged or reduced in reference to a starting point in the upper left corner of the page.
Page 456: Color Settings Panel
Color Settings Panel (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Color Settings Panel Color Settings Panel • Color Mode You can select a color mode to suit the print job. Setting Details Color Enables color printing. Monochrome (Photo) Prints monochrome photo image data in a gray scale that is free of color casting (phenomenon of grays that appear tinted).
Page 457: Driver Matching Mode
Driver Matching Mode (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Driver Matching Mode Driver Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select Driver Matching Mode. Click Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Auto Automatically selects the best color matching method for each Image, Graphics, Text. Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively.
Page 458: Icc Matching Mode
ICC Matching Mode (Mac OS X) iPF6400 ICC Matching Mode ICC Matching Mode Under Matching Mode, select ICC Matching Mode. Click Matching Method list, and then select a setting. Setting Details Perceptual Color-matching optimized for printing typical photos attractively. Smooth gradation is a feature. This is also an easy-to-use mode when performing color adjustment using application software.
Page 459 Printing Enlargements of Scanned Originals from a Color imageRUNNER (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Complete the scanning settings on the Color imageRUNNER. Configure the Color imageRUNNER to send scanned originals to the hot folder. After these settings are complete, you can print enlarged copies of scanned originals from the Color imageRUNNER. Completing the scanning settings on the Color imageRUNNER.
Page 460: Print Plug-In For Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional
iPF6400 Print Plug-In for Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional Print Plug-In for Photoshop / Digital Photo Professional Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional ............461 Installation Procedures ............................... 461 Uninstall Procedures ................................463 Starting from Photoshop ..............................465 Starting from Digital Photo Professional ........................
Page 461: Features Of The Print Plug-In For Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional
Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional iPF6400 Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional Features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional The main features of the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional are as follows. •...
Page 462 Installation Procedures iPF6400 Input the Administrator name and password and click the OK button. After you have read the software User's Licensing Agreement, click the Continue button. Click the Agree button. Select Custom Install to put a checkmark on your Print Plug-In, then click the Install button.
Page 463: Uninstall Procedures
Uninstall Procedures iPF6400 To quit another application, click the Continue button. Click the Quit button. The Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Profes- sional installation is complete. Uninstall Procedures Uninstall Procedures The procedures for uninstalling the Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional are as follows. •...
Page 464 Uninstall Procedures iPF6400 Select Uninstall. Click the Uninstall button. To quit another application, click on the Continue but- ton. Click the Quit button. User's Guide...
Page 465: Starting From Photoshop
Starting from Photoshop iPF6400 Starting from Photoshop Starting from Photoshop Follow the procedure below to start the Print Plug-In for Photoshop from Photoshop. Start Photoshop. Open the image that you wish to print. If required, select the print range. • Images for use with Print Plug-In for Photoshop are less than 60,000 pixels in width and height.
Page 466: Print Plug-In For Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional Main Window
Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional Main Window iPF6400 Select File from the Plug-in printing menu and then select the output plug-in that matches your printer. The imagePROGRAF Print Plug-In for Digital Photo Professional window (hereinafter referred to as the Print Plug-In window) is displayed.
Page 467 Print Plug-In for Photoshop/Digital Photo Professional Main Window iPF6400 • Main Sheet →P.469 • Page Setup Sheet →P.472 • Color Settings Sheet (Color) →P.474 • Print History Sheet →P.476 • Support Sheet →P.477 • Preview Area You can check the settings you made on the image in this area. About the settings available on the preview area, see "Preview Area."...
Page 468: Preview Area
Preview Area iPF6400 Preview Area Preview Area You can check the settings you made on the image in this area. • Preview Select the preview display method. For more information about preview, see "Utilize Three Types of Previews." →P.488 Setting Details Print Area Layout Displays the print range and the area out of the print range in the layout matching the Paper Size...
Page 469: Main Sheet
Main Sheet iPF6400 Click the Close button to return to Print Plug-In. Main Sheet Main Sheet You can use this sheet to perform basic settings such as selecting a printer, setting the media type, or adjusting image quality. • Printer The printer types are displayed.
Page 470 Main Sheet iPF6400 Setting Details Accuracy 300ppi This processes images at an accurate resolution. This can control print speed and memory ca- pacity. High Accuracy 600ppi This processes images at a more accurate resolution. This setting results in the best print quality, but this takes more time to print than Accuracy 300ppi while also requiring more memory capaci- *This may not be displayed depending on how you set Media Type •...
Page 471 Main Sheet iPF6400 • Auto (Monochrome Photo) can only be selected for the corresponding media types. Note • Proof This is displayed when an ICC profile is selected as the Output Profile. When this is checked, you can perform printing press simulation prints. Refer to Perform Printing Press Simulation Print for details on printing press simulation prints.
Page 472: Page Setup Sheet
Page Setup Sheet iPF6400 Page Setup Sheet Page Setup Sheet You can use this sheet to set the size of the image to be printed, the media size, and whether to enlarge/reduce the image. • Input Image Size The size of the image imported to Print Plug-In is displayed. •...
Page 473 Page Setup Sheet iPF6400 • When Paper Size is smaller than Output Image Size, part of the image may not print. Note • Paper Size You can select the size of the print media. • This is not displayed when a checkmark is placed in Borderless Printing. •...
Page 474: Color Settings Sheet (Color)
Color Settings Sheet (Color) iPF6400 Setting Details Manual (3mm margins) Select for manual paper feed printing when you want to minimize the margin at the far end edge of paper. Roll Paper Select to print on roll paper. • When you select Manual (3mm margins) for Paper Source, the far end edge of printed image may become defective depending on the paper used.
Page 475: Color Settings Sheet (Monochrome)
Color Settings Sheet (Monochrome) iPF6400 • Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the printed image without losing the brightest and darkest areas by either input- ting a numerical value or dragging the slide bar. • Contrast You can relatively adjust the brightness of the brightest and darkness areas by either inputting a numerical value or dragging the slide bar.
Page 476: Print History Sheet
Print History Sheet iPF6400 You can click the arrows by the X (horizontal) and Y (vertical) boxes or enter the values directly. • Tone You can adjust the brightness of intermediate tones in an image. Selecting Hard tone gives a hard impression with more definition.
Page 477: Support Sheet
Support Sheet iPF6400 Select Restore Defaults and click the Apply button to restore all settings to their initial settings. • You can check the 3 print preferences in the preview display. Note • Apply button When you click the button, the print setting content applies to the current image selected with Print History and Favorites.
Page 478: Adjustment Pattern Setting Dialog Box
Adjustment pattern setting dialog box iPF6400 • Support Information button Click the button to display websites that contain the latest product information. • An Internet connection is needed to view the websites. Note • User Manual button Click the button to display the printer manuals installed on the computer. •...
Page 479 Adjustment pattern setting dialog box iPF6400 • Paper Source Selects the paper feed method for the paper to print the adjustment pattern on. You can split the usage between printing adjustment patterns on cut paper (manual feed) and printing work pieces on roll paper. •...
Page 480 Adjustment pattern setting dialog box iPF6400 When None is selected, the image is not rotated. • Pattern Size You can specify the size of the image when printing the adjustment pattern. When Auto is selected, the image is enlarged or reduced to fit the adjustment pattern into the Use Paper Size. When Dimensions is selected, the image is printed at the input image size without enlarging or reducing.
Page 481 Adjustment pattern setting dialog box iPF6400 • Specify the Range of Images button When this button is clicked, the Specify the Range of Images dialog box is displayed for specifying the range of images. When you specify the range by using the mouse or other means and then click the OK button, the Specify the Range of Images dialog box closes and the specified image range is redisplayed as the adjustment pattern.
Page 482: Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box
Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box iPF6400 Each of the setting values for the paper type, print mode, and output profile as well as the adjustment values con- figured in the Color Settings sheet (color or monochrome) are printed at the bottom of the paper. However, the adjustment values for the Curves are not printed.
Page 483: Set Configuration Dialog Box
Set Configuration Dialog Box iPF6400 Setting Details Disregard Value The calibration results are not used for printing. Select this option to avoid changes to image color tones during printing due to color calibration. • Mirror Specify whether to print a mirror image, as needed. Select this option to print a version of the document or image with the left and right sides inverted.
Page 484: Icc Conversion Options Dialog Box
ICC Conversion Options dialog box iPF6400 • If printing does not finish correctly because it was canceled or an error occurred, the plug-in does not close. Note • Initialize all warning dialog boxes When this is checked, all of the warning dialog boxes that have been set to "Do not show this screen again" be- come displayed.
Page 485: Roll Paper Options Dialog Box
Roll Paper Options Dialog Box iPF6400 Roll Paper Options Dialog Box Roll Paper Options Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you click the Roll Paper Options button on the Page Setup Sheet. You can set the roll paper width and perform the auto cut settings. •...
Page 486: Curves Dialog Box
Curves Dialog Box iPF6400 • Paper Size Width Enter the width of the media size. Height Enter the height of the media size. • Add button Click the button to register the contents of the settings. Curves Dialog Box Curves Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you click the Curves button on the Color Settings Sheet.
Page 487: Print History Details Dialog Box
Print History Details Dialog Box iPF6400 • The allowed entry range is 0 to 255. Note • Load Curves button Click the button to load stored data for a tone curve. • Save Curves button Click the button to stores the current tone curve settings. Print History Details Dialog Box Print History Details Dialog Box This dialog box appears when you click the Details button on the Print History Sheet.
Page 488: Utilize Three Types Of Previews
Utilize Three Types of Previews iPF6400 • Favorites The print history stored in print preferences displays in list format. • You can change the order by selecting an item and dragging it to another place. Note • Import button Click the button to import print history saved as a file. •...
Page 489: Check The Original Image With Image
Check the original image with Image iPF6400 • When the cursor on the preview is displayed as on the preview, you can specify the print position by dragging the image. Note • When the cursor is displayed as on the preview, the below conditions on the Page Setup sheet have all been met. •...
Page 490: Print With A Desired Picture Quality
Print with a Desired Picture Quality iPF6400 Print with a Desired Picture Quality Print with a Desired Picture Quality You can specify and print at the resolution you desire. Display the Main sheet. Select the media set to the printer in Media Type. •...
Page 491: Adjust The Colors And Print
Adjust the Colors and Print iPF6400 Adjust the Colors and Print Adjust the Colors and Print You can adjust the colors to your liking and print images. The explanation below is on 5 ways to adjust the colors using Print Plug-In. •...
Page 492: Adjust The Colors While Checking The Preview (For Monochrome)
Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) iPF6400 Drag the slide bar in the direction of Low in Saturation. Drag the slide bar in the direction of Warm Black in Gray Tone. • You can change the numbers by inputting in numerical characters. •...
Page 493 Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) iPF6400 The unapplied and the applied images of the above image adjustments are as below. Open the Main sheet. Select Auto (Monochrome Photo) in Output Profile. Open the Color Settings sheet. In Contrast, drag the slide bar toward Low.
Page 494 Adjust the Colors while Checking the Preview (for Monochrome) iPF6400 In Shadow, drag the slide bar toward Light. • You can change the numbers by inputting in numerical characters. • You can change the numbers by clicking either ▲ button or ▼ button. Note Click the Curves button then click near the center of the curve.
Page 495: Adjust The Colors By Color Matching
Adjust the Colors by Color Matching iPF6400 Adjust the Colors by Color Matching Adjust the Colors by Color Matching When you print a color image imported from a scanner or a digital camera, the image may appear different from the image on the screen.
Page 496: Print High-Quality Adobe Rgb16Bit Images
Print High-Quality Adobe RGB16bit Images iPF6400 Print High-Quality Adobe RGB16bit Images Print High-Quality Adobe RGB16bit Images This prints a high-quality Adobe RGB16bit image taken with a high-end digital camera. Print Plug-In allows you to print high color gamut and high tone images, when the Adobe RGB16bit image data has been retouched in Photoshop, without compromising the level of tone in the image.
Page 497: Prints Monochrome Photographs With High Quality
Prints monochrome photographs with high quality iPF6400 If required, adjust the colors using color matching. • For more information about the color matching, see "Adjust the Colors by Color Matching." →P.495 Note Click the Print button. Printing of the Adobe RGB16bit image begins. Prints monochrome photographs with high quality Prints monochrome photographs with high quality Prints images captured with a scanner or digital camera in monochrome with high quality.
Page 498 Using Adobe CMM iPF6400 Search for the "Adobe Color Management Module (CMM)" item and select the Macintosh version. Download the file by following the on-screen directions. Start the installer in the downloaded file to perform the installation. • Adobe CMM System Requirements The system requirements for Adobe CMM are as follows.
Page 499: Printing An Adjustment Pattern And Selecting Adjustment Values
Printing an Adjustment Pattern and Selecting Adjustment Values iPF6400 Printing an Adjustment Pattern and Selecting Adjustment Values Printing an Adjustment Pattern and Selecting Adjustment Values Since you can print an adjustment pattern and select your preferred adjustment values while comparing the images, this allows you to conserve ink and paper, and save the time it takes to repeatedly check adjustment results.
Page 500: Perform Black Point Compensation
Perform Black Point Compensation iPF6400 For the Use Paper Size setting, select the paper size to print on. Click the Print Adjustment Pattern button. The adjustment pattern starts printing. Check the image in the adjustment pattern that is closest to the customer image and click the corresponding image in the preview area.
Page 501: Perform Printing Press Simulation Print
Perform Printing Press Simulation Print iPF6400 Check the Black Point Compensation check box. Click the OK button to close the ICC Conversion Options dialog box. Perform Printing Press Simulation Print Perform Printing Press Simulation Print You can perform printing press simulation prints by specifying ICC profiles such as Japan Color or SWOP, and specify- ing an ICC profile for the printing press.
Page 502: Enlarge/Reduce And Print
Enlarge/Reduce and Print iPF6400 Click the OK button to close the ICC Conversion Options dialog box. Click the Print button. Printing begins. Enlarge/Reduce and Print Enlarge/Reduce and Print You can enlarge or reduce an image in Print Plug-In. Three methods to enlarge/reduce and print are as follows. •...
Page 503: Enlarge/Reduce And Print Matching Width Of Roll Paper
Enlarge/Reduce and Print Matching Width of Roll Paper iPF6400 Select Fit Paper Size. Click the Print button. The image prints filling the entire output media surface. Enlarge/Reduce and Print Matching Width of Roll Paper Enlarge/Reduce and Print Matching Width of Roll Paper You can enlarge/reduce and print an image matching the width of the roll paper set in the printer.
Page 504: Specify Scaling, Enlarge/Reduce And Print
Specify Scaling, Enlarge/Reduce and Print iPF6400 Specify Scaling, Enlarge/Reduce and Print Specify Scaling, Enlarge/Reduce and Print You can specify scaling to enlarge/reduce an image and print. This is useful when you wish to print an image at a spe- cific size. Display the Page Setup sheet.
Page 505: Print With No Borders
Print with No Borders iPF6400 Print with No Borders Print with No Borders You can use the borderless printing function to print without margins surrounding the image. • With some media borderless printing can be performed only between two edges. •...
Page 506: Customize Media Settings
Customize Media Settings iPF6400 Customize Media Settings Customize Media Settings You can customize media settings. Display the Main sheet. Select the media type that you wish to customize in Media Type. • Always select media type that is actually set in the printer. When the media you chose is different from the media set in the printer, you may not receive the desired print results.
Page 507: Confirm Print History Details
Confirm Print History Details iPF6400 Confirm Print History Details Confirm Print History Details You can confirm the print history details. Display Print History sheet. Click the Details button. • Select the print history you wish to check the details of, from either Print History or Favorites in the Print History Details dialog box.
Page 508: Apply Print History To An Image
Apply Print History to an Image iPF6400 Apply Print History to an Image Apply Print History to an Image You can use previous print history, and apply it to an image. Display the Print History sheet. If required, check the print history details. (See "Confirm Print History Details.") →P.507 Select the print history you wish to apply from Print History and Favorites, and click the Apply button.
Page 509 Store Print History to Print Preferences iPF6400 Select the print history you wish to store in print prefer- ences from Print History in the Print History Details dialog box, and check the print history details in Set- tings. Select the print history you wish to store in print prefer- ences from Print History and click the button.
Page 510: Delete Print History
Delete Print History iPF6400 Delete Print History Delete Print History You can delete print history. • Be aware that you cannot undo deletions of print history. Important Display the Print History sheet. Click the Details button. Select the print history you wish to delete from Print History in the Print History Details dialog box, and click the Delete button.
Page 511: Export Print History From Print Preferences
Export Print History from Print Preferences iPF6400 Click the OKbutton to close the Print History Details dialog box. Export Print History from Print Preferences Export Print History from Print Preferences You can export print history stored in print preferences as a file. Display the Print History sheet.
Page 512: Import Print History To Print Preferences
Import Print History to Print Preferences iPF6400 Input the name of the print history in Save As in the Save dialog box, and click the Save button. The print history is exported under the specified file name. Click the OK button to close the Print History Details dialog box. Import Print History to Print Preferences Import Print History to Print Preferences You can import print history in file format and store it to print preferences.
Page 513 Import Print History to Print Preferences iPF6400 Select the print history you wish to import in the Open dialog box, and click the Open button. The print history is imported. • The print history file name suffix is *.pjb/*.pjb2. • Note You cannot import a print history file exported from a different OS in Print Plug-In.
Page 514: Delete Print History From Print Preferences
Delete Print History from Print Preferences iPF6400 Delete Print History from Print Preferences Delete Print History from Print Preferences You can delete print history store to print preferences. You cannot store more than 200 print history items in print pref- erences.
Page 515: Set Information To Print With Image
Set Information to Print with Image iPF6400 Click the OK button to close the Print History Details dialog box. Set Information to Print with Image Set Information to Print with Image You can print information with an image that is related, such as the file name and the time and date. •...
Page 516 Set Information to Print with Image iPF6400 Input the comment in the Edit Comment dialog box, and click OK button. Click the Print button. Comments are printed with images. User's Guide...
Page 517: Layout Plug-In For Photoshop
About the Layout Plug-In iPF6400 Layout Plug-In for Photoshop Layout Plug-In for Photoshop About the Layout Plug-In ..............................517 Layout Plug-In Main Window ............................517 Add Canvas Size dialog box ............................. 519 Creating and Printing a Layout Image for Mounting on a Frame ..............520 About the Layout Plug-In About the Layout Plug-In When printing a photo to mount on a frame, you can start the Layout Plug-In from Photoshop and create a layout im-...
Page 518 Layout Plug-In Main Window iPF6400 • Since values entered in mm or inches are first converted temporarily to pixels and then reconverted to mm or inches, values may be displayed that differ from the entered values. Important • Select Canvas Size Selects the canvas size.
Page 519: Add Canvas Size Dialog Box
Add Canvas Size dialog box iPF6400 Displays the original image size before creating the layout image. • Finished Displays the image size of the entire layout image with the canvas sides, crop marks, and the amount of ex- tension added to the input image size. •...
Page 520: Creating And Printing A Layout Image For Mounting On A Frame
Creating and Printing a Layout Image for Mounting on a Frame iPF6400 Enter the width and height of the canvas size you are adding in Size. When you select a size displayed in the Paper Size List, the values are displayed in the Width and Height in the Size field.
Page 521 Creating and Printing a Layout Image for Mounting on a Frame iPF6400 Select the canvas size that matches the frame for mounting the image and create a layout image by adding effects such as frame side effects. For details, see "Layout Plug-In Main Window." →P.517 •...
Page 522 iPF6400 User's Guide...
Page 523: Handling And Use Of Paper
iPF6400 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS X Software Handling and Use of Paper Paper ....................524 Handling rolls .................. 531 Handling sheets ................554 Output Stacker ................563 Media Configuration Tool (Windows) ..........566 Media Configuration Tool (Mac OS X) ...........
Page 524: Paper
Types of Paper iPF6400 Paper Paper Types of Paper ..................................524 Paper Sizes ....................................524 Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper ............. 526 Printing on Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper Using Existing Settings ......527 Printing on Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper by Adding a Media Type ......
Page 525 Paper Sizes iPF6400 Roll Width Roll Paper Width Setting in Printer Driver ( *1 ) Borderless Printing ( *1 ) 609.6 mm (24.00 in) 24-in. Roll (609.6mm) 594.0 mm (23.39 in) ISO A1/A2 Roll (594.0mm) Yes ( *2 ) 515.0 mm (20.28 in) JIS B2/B3 Roll (515.0mm) 431.8 mm (17.00 in) 17-in.
Page 526: Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper and feed confirmed Paper When using this printer to print on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper, use paper that meets the following conditions.
Page 527: Printing On Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper Using Existing Settings
The genuine Canon paper settings provided in the printer control panel and printer driver are optimized for genuine Canon paper. If these settings are selected for printing on paper other than genuine Canon paper, the ink may bleed or the print- Important head may rub against the paper.
Page 528: Printing On Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper By Adding A Media Type
The Add Custom Paper function in the Media Configuration Tool is provided as a method for improving print quality and feed properties over printing paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed confirmed paper using the general- purpose settings. This can be expected to improve properties such as print quality because it allows you to configure settings such as the maximum amount of ink to use and the height of the printhead depending on the characteristics of the paper you are using.
Page 529: Updating Paper Information
File) from the imagePROGRAF website. Download the latest Media Information File (Media Information File) after accessing the imagePROGRAF-dedicated site from imagePROGRAF Support Information. If you cannot download it, contact your Canon dealer. For details on Media Information File (Media Information File), refer as follows.
Page 530 Updating paper information iPF6400 • Windows Double-click the iPFxxxx Support desktop icon. (iPFxxxx indicates the printer model.) The imagePROGRAF Support Information window is displayed. Click Visit the imagePROGRAF webpage. The default browser on your computer is started and the imagePROGRAF webpage is displayed. •...
Page 531: Handling Rolls
Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder iPF6400 Handling rolls Handling rolls Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder ............................ 531 Loading Rolls in the Printer ............................... 534 Changing the Type of Paper ............................536 Specifying the Paper Length ............................537 Removing the Roll from the Printer ..........................538 Removing Rolls From the Roll Holder ...........................
Page 532 Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder iPF6400 • When handling the roll, be careful not to soil the printing surface. This may affect the printing quality. We recommend wearing clean cloth gloves when handling rolls to protect the printing surface. Important •...
Page 533 Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder iPF6400 • Borderless printing on A1 or A2 rolls Attach the included Spacer for Borderless Printing to the Roll Holder. Insert the protrusions (b) of the Spacer for Borderless Printing (a) into the holes (c) of the Roll Holder, as shown. With the Roll Holder resting horizontally and the edge of the roll paper facing forward as shown, insert the roll in the Roll Holder from the left.
Page 534: Loading Rolls In The Printer
Loading Rolls in the Printer iPF6400 Loading Rolls in the Printer Loading Rolls in the Printer Follow these steps to load rolls in the printer. • Always load rolls when the printer is on. If the printer is off when you load a roll, the paper may not be advanced correctly when you turn the printer on.
Page 535 Loading Rolls in the Printer iPF6400 • Do not release the flanges until you load the holder fully in the Roll Holder Slot. Rolls are heavy, and dropping a roll may cause injury. Caution • Be careful not to pinch your fingers between the guide grooves (b) and the Roll Holder shaft (c) when loading rolls. •...
Page 536: Changing The Type Of Paper
Changing the Type of Paper iPF6400 Close the Roll Feed Unit Cover. • Cut the edge of the roll using the Paper Cutting function if the edge is creased or soiled. (See "Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls.") →P.544 Important •...
Page 537: Specifying The Paper Length
Specifying the Paper Length iPF6400 Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper loaded (Roll Paper or Manual Paper), and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper loaded in the printer, and then press the OK button. •...
Page 538: Removing The Roll From The Printer
Removing the Roll from the Printer iPF6400 On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to se- lect the Paper tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button.
Page 539 Removing the Roll from the Printer iPF6400 Press ▲ or ▼ to select "Yes", and then press the OK button. The roll is rewound. • If you have selected ManageRemainRoll > On in the Control Panel menu, a barcode is printed on the leading edge of the Important roll.
Page 540: Removing Rolls From The Roll Holder
Removing Rolls From the Roll Holder iPF6400 • For instructions on removing rolls from the Roll Holder, see "Removing Rolls From the Roll Holder." →P.540 Note Close the Roll Feed Unit Cover. • To load new paper in the printer at this point, see "Loading Rolls in the Printer." →P.534 Note Removing Rolls From the Roll Holder...
Page 541: Feeding Roll Paper Manually
Feeding Roll Paper Manually iPF6400 Remove any attachments as follows. • 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment Spread the tips (b) of the 3-Inch Paper Core At- tachment that protrude by the triangular label (a) of the [W that protrude by the triangular label (a) of the Roll Holder as shown and remove the 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment.
Page 542: Keeping Track Of The Amount Of Roll Paper Left
Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left iPF6400 • If you hold down ▲ or ▼ for less than a second, the roll will move about 1 mm (0.04 in). If you hold down ▲ or ▼ for more than a second, the roll will move until you release the button. Release the button when the Note Display Screen indicates "End of paper feed.
Page 543 Specifying the Ink Drying Time for Rolls iPF6400 Select the Main sheet and click Advanced Settings Media Type. In the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select the desired settings values in Between Pages and Between Scans in Drying Time, and then click OK.
Page 544: Specifying The Cutting Method For Rolls
Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF6400 In the Paper Detailed Settings dialog box displayed next, select the desired settings values in Between Pages and Between Scans in Drying Time, and then click OK. (See "Paper Detailed Settings Dialog Box (Mac OS X).") →P.370 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls...
Page 545 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF6400 • Automatic and Eject are valid only when you have selected Auto Cut > Yes in the printer driver. • Note With Eject, printing does not resume after a series of jobs have been printed continuously until the roll is cut. •...
Page 546 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF6400 Holding the printed document to prevent it from dropping, press the Cut button to cut the roll. Manual (when using media that cannot be cut with the Cutter Unit) On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to se- lect the Paper tab ( •...
Page 547 Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls iPF6400 Press the Feed button. Roll paper is fed to the specified cut position and then auto- matically stopped. Cut the roll paper manually with scissors or the like. Press the OK button. After the roll is rewound, it stops automatically. User's Guide...
Page 548: Cutting The Leading Edge Of Roll Paper Automatically
Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically iPF6400 Paper cutting (to have the roll cut at your specified position) Press the Feed button. Press the ▼ button to advance the roll to the position for cut- ting. Press the Cut button. Press ▲...
Page 549 Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically iPF6400 • On (Preset Len) The amount to cut from the leading edge of the paper varies depending on the media type, and is cut to a prescri- bed length. For more information on the prescribed length, see the leading edge precut length in the Paper Refer- ence Guide.
Page 550: Reducing Dust From Cutting Rolls
Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls iPF6400 Press ▲ or ▼ to select the desired setting option, and then press the OK button. This setting takes effect the next time you load a roll. Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls Reducing Dust from Cutting Rolls For media such as Backlit Film that are more likely to generate debris when cut, select CutDustReduct.
Page 551: Roll Holder Set
Roll Holder Set iPF6400 Roll Holder Set Roll Holder Set Load a roll on the roll holder and then load the holder in the printer. The Roll Holder in the Roll Holder Set RH2-25 is for use with both 2-inch and 3-inch paper cores. Use the correct attachment for the particular paper core. For borderless printing on A1 (594 mm) or A2 (420 mm) rolls, attach the included Spacer for Borderless Printing to the Roll Holder.
Page 552: Installing The Roll Feed Unit
Installing the Roll Feed Unit iPF6400 Use a coin or screwdriver to loosen the screws (a) on both sides of the back of the Roll Feed Unit, and remove the screws. Holding the Carrying Handles (a) of the Roll Feed Unit, remove the Roll Feed Unit from the printer.
Page 553 Installing the Roll Feed Unit iPF6400 Holding the Roll Feed Unit by the Carrying Handles (a), insert the two pins of the Roll Feed Unit (b) into the each hole on the back of the printer (c). Use a coin or screwdriver to tighten the two screws on the back of the Roll Feed Unit (a) to secure it to the print- User's Guide...
Page 554: Handling Sheets
Loading Sheets in the Feed Slot iPF6400 Handling sheets Handling sheets Loading Sheets in the Feed Slot ............................. 554 Changing the Type of Paper ............................536 Removing Sheets ................................... 560 Clearing a Jammed Sheet, Fed Manually ........................884 Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot) ........................ 880 Loading Sheets in the Feed Slot Loading Sheets in the Feed Slot When printing on individual sheets, load the sheet in the Top Paper Feed Slot.
Page 555 Loading Sheets in the Feed Slot iPF6400 Loading Sheets in the Top Paper Feed Slot →User's Guide (HTML) • One sheet of paper can be loaded at a time. Do not load multiple sheets. This may cause paper jams. • Important Before feeding paper or printing, make sure the sheet is flat against the Paper Tray Cover.
Page 556 Loading Sheets in the Feed Slot iPF6400 Load one sheet, printing-side up, in the Top Paper Feed Slot. Insert the paper until it touches the far end of the tray light- • If you load a sheet larger than A2, the sheet may fall behind the printer under its own weight. Put your hand under the sheet to support it and prevent it from falling.
Page 557 Loading Sheets in the Feed Slot iPF6400 Loading Heavyweight Sheets in the Front Paper Feed Slot →User's Guide (HTML) • Always load POP Board in the Front Paper Feed Slot for printing. Loading it in other ways may impair operation and damage the printer.
Page 558 Loading Sheets in the Feed Slot iPF6400 Set the leading edge of one sheet, printing-side up, on the Front Tray Guides, and insert the sheet in the Front Paper Feed Slot, keeping it level. • When you insert the sheet in the Front Paper Feed Slot, keep the sheet level, relative to the paper feed slot. Failure to do this may scratch the printing surface.
Page 559 Loading Sheets in the Feed Slot iPF6400 • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). This may stain your hands and damage the printer. Important When "Close top cover." is displayed, close the Top Cover and press the OK button. The sheet is held between the Platen and Back Cover, and feeding begins.
Page 560: Removing Sheets
Removing Sheets iPF6400 Press the OK button. Lift the four Front Tray Guides above the Ejection Guide, store them toward the front, and then press the OK button. Removing Sheets Removing Sheets Remove sheets from the printer as follows. • Removing sheets from the top paper feed slot →P.560 •...
Page 561 Removing Sheets iPF6400 Press ▲ or ▼ to select "Yes", and then press the OK button. The paper is ejected from the front of the printer. • If the trailing edge of a sheet is not ejected, pull the sheet out, keeping the front edge level. Accidentally removing the sheet at an angle may scratch the printed surface.
Page 562 Removing Sheets iPF6400 Lift the four Front Tray Guides above the Ejection Guide, store them toward the front, and then press the OK button. User's Guide...
Page 563: Output Stacker
Output Stacker Precautions iPF6400 Output Stacker Output Stacker Output Stacker Precautions ............................. 563 Using the Output Stacker ..............................564 Output Stacker Precautions Output Stacker Precautions Documents can be stored in the Output Stacker after printing from rolls. To use the Output Stacker, push down Basket Rod #1 (b) fully toward the front, keeping it even on the left and right so that Basket Rod #2 (a) is not slanted.
Page 564: Using The Output Stacker
Using the Output Stacker iPF6400 Using the Output Stacker Using the Output Stacker This topic describes how to use the Output Stacker. Use the Output Stacker in position (1) when storing printed documents. When the Output Stacker is not used, fold the stacker to stow it in position (2). •...
Page 565 Using the Output Stacker iPF6400 For information on types of paper you can use with the stacker in extended position, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Types of Paper.") →P.524 User's Guide...
Page 566: Media Configuration Tool (Windows)
Settings for Canon genuine paper and Canon feed confirmed paper are provi- ded by Canon in these media information files. • Canon genuine paper and Canon feed confirmed paper are detailed in the Paper Reference Guide. Any other paper is called custom paper. Note The Media Configuration Tool allows you to perform the following tasks.
Page 567: Installation Procedures
Important Media Configuration Tool without using the User Software CD-ROM, such as when you have downloaded a new version of the Media Configuration Tool from the Canon website, use the following procedure. • You must be logged in as Administrator when installing software in Windows.
Page 568 Installation Procedures (Windows) iPF6400 The License Agreement is displayed. Select I accept the terms of the license agreement and click the Next button. The Choose Destination Location screen appears. Select the destination folder then click the Next button. The Ready to Install the Program screen appears. Click the Install button.
Page 569: Starting Method
Starting Method (Windows) iPF6400 All the required files are copied to your computer and InstallShield Wizard Complete screen appears. Click the Finish button. This completes the installation of Media Configuration Tool. Starting Method Starting Method Follow the procedure below to start Media Configuration Tool. From the start menu go to All Programs >...
Page 570: Editing Media Type Information For Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
When this button is clicked, the Edit Media Types dialog box is displayed, which allows you to add media informa- tion files released by Canon to the printer control panel and printer driver. You can also change names, toggle between displaying and hiding, and delete added media types.
Page 571 To add genuine paper or feed confirmed paper to the printer control panel and printer driver, click this button. For details on the procedure for adding media types, see "Adding Media Types." →P.572 • To add media types, download the media information file (.amf file) in advance from the Canon website. Important • Rename Button To change the name on the printer control panel and the name in the printer driver for genuine paper and feed confirmed paper, select the paper to change and click this button.
Page 572: Adding Media Types
If a display name is displayed grayed out, that media type will not appear in the printer driver or printer panel. Adding Media Types Adding Media Types Media information files (.amf files) released by Canon are registered in the printer control panel and printer driver. • Do not perform printing on the target printer while adding the media types.
Page 573 Adding Media Types (Windows) iPF6400 Open the folder that contains the media information files (.amf files). The names of the media information files contained in the selected folder are displayed in Media Information File in the Add Media Type dialog box. Select the check box for the paper you want to add and click the OK button.
Page 574: Changing Media Names
Changing Media Names (Windows) iPF6400 The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute button. Communication with the printer begins. • You should normally select Update the printer control panel and printer driver. Note • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media information file is updated.
Page 575 Changing Media Names (Windows) iPF6400 In the Media Type list, select the name to change. Click the Rename button. The Rename Media dialog box is displayed. Edit the names in Name in Printer Driver and Name on Control Panel and click the OK button. •...
Page 576: Deleting Media Types You Have Added
Deleting Media Types You Have Added (Windows) iPF6400 • You should normally select Update the printer control panel and printer driver. Note • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media information file is updated.
Page 577 Deleting Media Types You Have Added (Windows) iPF6400 In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Click the Execute button. Communication with the printer begins. • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media information file is updated.
Page 578: Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide
Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide (Windows) iPF6400 Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
Page 579: Changing The Display Order Of Media Types
Changing the Display Order of Media Types (Windows) iPF6400 The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute button. Communication with the printer begins. • You should normally select Update the printer control panel and printer driver. Note •...
Page 580 Changing the Display Order of Media Types (Windows) iPF6400 Select the paper in the Media Type list for which to change the display order, and then click the buttons to move the item ( The selected item moves one line up or down for every button click.
Page 581: Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
• The printer cannot be changed after this. • Note Custom paper is paper other than Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper (paper that is detailed in the Paper Refer- ence Guide). • Added Custom Paper Added custom paper is displayed here.
Page 582: Compatible Paper
Changing the display order of media types displayed in the printer control panel and printer driver is performed from the Edit Media Types dialog box regardless of whether it is Canon genuine paper or custom paper. Refer to "Editing Media Type Infor- mation for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper"...
Page 583: Add Custom Paper
Important For Canon genuine paper and Canon feed confirmed paper, print using the media type as recommended in the Paper Refer- ence Guide. The print quality and feed properties are not guaranteed if you use Add Custom Paper in the Media Configura- tion Tool.
Page 584 The media type names of the Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper within the selected category are shown in Media Type Name. Select the media type to use as the basis of the custom paper, and click the Next button.
Page 585 Add Custom Paper (Windows) iPF6400 Load the custom paper in the printer and then click the OK button. • Do not load paper that is curled or that has already been printed on. Important The Step 3: Paper Source Settings dialog box is dis- played.
Page 586 Add Custom Paper (Windows) iPF6400 Configure the following settings as necessary, and then click the Next button. Setting Details Automatic Cutting Settings Configures the method for cutting roll paper when it is ejected after printing. • Automatic Cut:Roll paper is automatically cut by the cutter unit. •...
Page 587 Add Custom Paper (Windows) iPF6400 The Step 5: Configure the amount of ink used dialog box is displayed. The upper limit on the amount of ink used to print to the custom paper is set on this screen by selecting from among several levels.
Page 588 Add Custom Paper (Windows) iPF6400 Determine and set the ink level that is thought to give the best visual test print results with no bleeding or scraping of ink. • Select the optimal ink level by referring to the help. •...
Page 589: Delete Custom Paper
Delete Custom Paper (Windows) iPF6400 • If you set the Head Height lower than the automatically set height in parentheses ( ), check that the printhead does not rub against the paper. (If the printhead rubs against the paper, there will be scratches in the printing results.) If Important the printhead rubs against the paper, this can cause damage to the printhead.
Page 590: Edit Custom Paper
Edit Custom Paper (Windows) iPF6400 Select the paper you want to delete from the Added Custom Paper list and then click the Delete button. • You can select multiple paper. Note The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Confirm the updates and then click the Execute button. The custom paper is deleted from the control panel of the printer and from the printer driver of the PC you are using.
Page 591: Export Custom Media Information
Export Custom Media Information (Windows) iPF6400 The View Settings dialog box is displayed. Follow the on-screen directions and change the set- tings as required. • Refer to Steps 5 to 15 of the "Add Custom Paper" for details on how to configure each setting. →P.583 Note Export Custom Media Information...
Page 592: Import Custom Media Information
Import Custom Media Information (Windows) iPF6400 Specify the location to save the Custom Media Informa- tion File. • You can change the file name by selecting and editing the File. A Custom Media Information File (.am1 file) is saved. Note Import Custom Media Information Import Custom Media Information You can import a Custom Media Information File that has been saved in a folder, and add the file to the printer control...
Page 593: Warnings
→P.738 Warnings Warnings Take note of the following warnings when added custom paper other than Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper to the printer driver and the printer itself. About the Cutter Depending on the paper, there are types that cannot be cut by the cutter unit, and types that speed deterioration of •...
Page 594 Warnings (Windows) iPF6400 About Borderless Printing • When performing borderless printing on paper where the ink does not dry well, the cutter unit may leave scratches where it touches the printed surface, or may not cut correctly. In this kind of situation, configure the amount of time to wait for the ink to dry after printing using Drying Time in the Roll Paper Settings dialog box.
Page 595: Media Configuration Tool (Mac Os X)
Settings for Canon genuine paper and Canon feed confirmed paper are provi- ded by Canon in these media information files. • Canon genuine paper and Canon feed confirmed paper are detailed in the Paper Reference Guide. Any other paper is called custom paper. Note The Media Configuration Tool allows you to perform the following tasks.
Page 596: Procedures For Installing
Media Configuration Tool without using the User Software CD-ROM, such as when you have downloaded a new version of the Media Configuration Tool from the Canon website, use the following procedure. Double click the MCT Installer iPFxxxx for X icon to start the Media Con- figuration Tool installer.
Page 597 Procedures for Installing (Mac OS X) iPF6400 The License is displayed. After you have read Canon Software License Agree- ment, click the Continue button. Click the Agree button. Select Easy Install then click the Install button. Click the Continue button to quit another application.
Page 598: Procedures For Uninstalling
• When the installation is completed properly, the Media Configuration Tool folder is saved in the following folder. Applications > Canon Utilities > iPFxxxx Media Configuration Tool Note • The iPFxxxx in the folder above will be the printer name in use.
Page 599 The next screen presents selections for the country or area where the printer is used. Select a country or territory then click the OK button. The License is displayed. After you have read Canon Software License Agree- ment, click the Continue button. Click the Agree button. User's Guide...
Page 600 Procedures for Uninstalling (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Select Uninstall. Click the Uninstall button. Press the Continue button when another application is running. User's Guide...
Page 601: Starting Method
Starting Method Starting Method Follow the procedure below to start the Media Configuration Tool. From the Applications menu > Canon Utilities >iPFxxxx Media Configuration Tool > MCTxxxx.app. Media Configuration Tool main window is displayed. • If a compatible printer driver is not installed, the Media Configuration Tool will not start. If you attempt to start the Media Con- figuration Tool when a printer driver is not installed, the warning message below is displayed.
Page 602: Media Configuration Tool Main Window
When this button is clicked, the Edit Media Types dialog box is displayed, which allows you to add media informa- tion files released by Canon to the printer control panel and printer driver. You can also change names, toggle between displaying and hiding, and delete added media types.
Page 603: Editing Media Type Information For Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
To add genuine paper or feed confirmed paper to the printer control panel and printer driver, click this button. For details on the procedure for adding media types, see "Adding Media Types." →P.604 • To add media types, download the media information file (.amf file) in advance from the Canon website. Important User's Guide...
Page 604: Adding Media Types
If a display name is displayed grayed out, that media type will not appear in the printer driver or printer panel. Adding Media Types Adding Media Types Media information files (.amf files) released by Canon are registered in the printer control panel and printer driver. • Do not perform printing on the target printer while adding the media types.
Page 605 Adding Media Types (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Open the Edit Media Types dialog box, and then click the Add button. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
Page 606 Adding Media Types (Mac OS X) iPF6400 The names of the media information files contained in the selected folder are displayed in Media Information File in the Add Media Type dialog box. Select the check box for the paper you want to add and click the OK button.
Page 607: Changing Media Names
Changing Media Names (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media information file is updated. When you would like to remain the data that is set to the printer, click the Cancel button. Important •...
Page 608 Changing Media Names (Mac OS X) iPF6400 The Rename Media dialog box is displayed. Edit the names in Name in Printer Driver and Name on Control Panel and click the OK button. • To restore the original names, click the Restore button. •...
Page 609: Deleting Media Types You Have Added
Deleting Media Types You Have Added (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the OK button. Deleting Media Types You Have Added Deleting Media Types You Have Added Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
Page 610 Deleting Media Types You Have Added (Mac OS X) iPF6400 In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Click the Execute button. Communication with the printer begins. • When setting a data to the printer that differs from the data to be updated, the selected media information file is updated.
Page 611: Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide
Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
Page 612 Switching Media Types Display Show/Hide (Mac OS X) iPF6400 In the Edit Media Types dialog box, click the Update button. The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Configure Update Target and click the Execute button. Communication with the printer begins. •...
Page 613: Changing The Display Order Of Media Types
Changing the Display Order of Media Types (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Changing the Display Order of Media Types Changing the Display Order of Media Types Open the Edit Media Types dialog box. • For details on the procedure for opening the Edit Media Types dialog box, see "Editing Media Type Information for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper."...
Page 614: Using Paper Other Than Genuine Paper And Feed Confirmed Paper
Using Paper Other than Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper To add paper other than Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper to the printer control panel and printer driver, and export and import the media information file for that paper, click the Add and Edit Custom Paper button in the Media Configuration Tool main window.
Page 615 • The printer cannot be changed after this. • Note Custom paper is paper other than Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper (paper that is detailed in the Paper Refer- ence Guide). • Added Custom Paper Added custom paper is displayed here.
Page 616: Compatible Paper
Changing the display order of media types displayed in the printer control panel and printer driver is performed from the Edit Media Types dialog box regardless of whether it is Canon genuine paper or custom paper. Refer to "Editing Media Type Infor- mation for Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper"...
Page 617: Add Custom Paper
Important For Canon genuine paper and Canon feed confirmed paper, print using the media type as recommended in the Paper Refer- ence Guide. The print quality and feed properties are not guaranteed if you use Add Custom Paper in the Media Configura- tion Tool.
Page 618 The media type names of the Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper within the selected category are shown in Media Type Name. Select the media type to use as the basis of the custom paper, and click the Next button.
Page 619 Add Custom Paper (Mac OS X) iPF6400 The Step 3: Paper Source Settings dialog box is dis- played. Select the paper source where the custom pa- per is loaded and then click the OK button. The Step 4: Paper feed adjustment dialog box is dis- played.
Page 620 Add Custom Paper (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Setting Details Automatic Cutting Settings • Eject Cut:When the Cut key is pressed on the printer control panel, the roll paper is cut by the cutter unit. Select this if you do not want the printed material to drop immediately after printing, such as to wait for the ink to dry.
Page 621 Add Custom Paper (Mac OS X) iPF6400 The Test Print Settings dialog box is displayed. Select the print priority and print quality of the test print using Print Priority and Print Quality. Set the level to test print using Maximum ink usage and the image to use using Image used in test print, and then click the Start Print button.
Page 622 Add Custom Paper (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Select the optimal ink level by referring to the help. • Note If you cannot obtain sufficiently high quality printing no matter which maximum ink usage level you select, use the Step 1: Select the standard paper dialog box to change the paper that is the basis of the custom paper to another paper.
Page 623: Delete Custom Paper
Delete Custom Paper (Mac OS X) iPF6400 The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Confirm the updates and then click the Execute button. The custom paper is added to the control panel of the printer and to the printer driver of the PC you are using. •...
Page 624: Edit Custom Paper
Edit Custom Paper (Mac OS X) iPF6400 The Confirm Update dialog box is displayed. Confirm the updates and then click the Execute button. The custom paper is deleted from the control panel of the printer and from the printer driver of the PC you are using.
Page 625: Export Custom Media Information
Export Custom Media Information (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Follow the on-screen directions and change the settings as required. • Refer to Steps 5 to 15 of the "Add Custom Paper" for details on how to configure each setting. →P.617 Note Export Custom Media Information Export Custom Media Information You can export to file and save media information about custom paper that you have added.
Page 626: Import Custom Media Information
Import Custom Media Information (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Import Custom Media Information Import Custom Media Information You can import a Custom Media Information File that has been saved in a folder, and add the file to the printer control panel and to the printer driver of the PC you are using. Open the Add and Edit Custom Paper dialog box.
Page 627: Warnings
"Automatic Banding Adjustment." →P.738 Warnings Warnings Take note of the following warnings when added custom paper other than Canon genuine paper and feed confirmed paper to the printer driver and the printer itself. About the Cutter •...
Page 628 Warnings (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • If horizontal bands with different color tone appear in the printed material, execute Paper Feed Adjustment in the Step 4: Paper feed adjustment dialog box. If you have already executed Paper Feed Adjustment, execute Adj. Fine Feed from the printer control panel and fine tune the amount of paper feed.
Page 629: Control Panel
iPF6400 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS X Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Operations and Display Screen ............630 Printer Menu ................... 639 Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Color Management Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting...
Page 630: Operations And Display Screen
Control Panel iPF6400 Operations and Display Screen Operations and Display Screen Control Panel ................................... 630 Control Panel Display ................................632 How to View Instructions with Navigate ........................635 Checking Instructions During Printer Operations ....................637 Control Panel Control Panel Display Screen Shows printer menus, as well as the printer status and messages.
Page 631 Control Panel iPF6400 In menu items requiring numerical input, press this button to move to another digit. • ▼ button Press this button when viewing menus to display the next menu item or setting value. OK button Press this button on the Tab Selection screen to display the menu of the tab shown. Pressing this button in menu items of each tab for which is displayed at left will move to the lower level of the menu item, enabling you to execute menu commands or set menu values.
Page 632: Control Panel Display
Control Panel Display iPF6400 Control Panel Display Control Panel Display After the printer starts up, the Tab Selection screen is displayed. Each of the four tabs presents status, menus, and error information related to the particular tab. Types of tabs The Tab Selection screen presents four tabs.
Page 633 Control Panel Display iPF6400 Standby The printer is ready to receive jobs sent from the computer. Jobs sent from the computer are printed immediate- Printing Paused Printing is paused on the printer. Any jobs sent from the computer are held without being printed. Printing Printing is in progress on the printer.
Page 634 Control Panel Display iPF6400 Display Transitions in Normal Status The display transitions while the printer is in the normal status (the status where no errors have occurred) are shown below. *1: The printer automatically enters Sleep mode when idle for a specific period (by default, five minutes), that is, if no print jobs are received or buttons are pressed while all covers are closed.
Page 635: How To View Instructions With Navigate
How to View Instructions with Navigate iPF6400 If multiple errors have occurred, the tabs for errors that have occurred other than the currently displayed error are dis- played flashing. You can move between the tabs to check the errors by pressing the ◀ and ▶ keys. If multiple errors have occurred in the Job tab and Settings/Adj.
Page 636 How to View Instructions with Navigate iPF6400 Example: Loading sheets User's Guide...
Page 637: Checking Instructions During Printer Operations
Checking Instructions During Printer Operations iPF6400 Checking Instructions During Printer Operations Checking Instructions During Printer Operations You can refer to instructions on the printer control panel when loading paper, replacing ink tanks, or performing other operations. How to view instructions Once you complete an action described in the instructions, the printer detects the action and switches to the next in- struction screen.
Page 638 Checking Instructions During Printer Operations iPF6400 When all actions in the sequence are finished, the instruction screen for the next step is displayed. Example: Ink tank replacement • During a continuous display of instructions, you can press the ◀ button to pause the instructions on the current screen. Press the ◀...
Page 639: Printer Menu
Printer Menu Operations iPF6400 Printer Menu Printer Menu Printer Menu Operations ..............................639 Menu Operations ................................... 640 Menu Structure ..................................643 Menu Settings ..................................648 Status Print ....................................657 Printing Interface Setting Reports ..........................660 Printer Menu Operations Printer Menu Operations The printer menu is classified into regular menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu during print- ing items only available while printing is in progress.
Page 640: Menu Operations
Menu Operations iPF6400 Menu operations to manage print jobs • Set./Adj. Menu Fine-tuning paper feeding Display of printer-related information For a description of specific menu items available, see "Menu Settings." →P.648 For instructions on selecting menu items during printing, see "Menu Operations." →P.640 Menu Operations Menu Operations...
Page 641 Menu Operations iPF6400 • Press Back to access a higher menu in the menu list, and press OK to access a lower one. If not all menu items are displayed, hold down ▲ or ▼ to scroll through higher and lower menu items. Items you select are highlighted. The scroll bar at right indicates the current position in the overall menu.
Page 642 Menu Operations iPF6400 Specifying numerical values Follow these steps to enter numbers. In this example, network settings items are entered. Press the ◀ or ▶ button to move to the next field for input. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to enter the value. •...
Page 643: Menu Structure
Menu Structure iPF6400 Menu Structure Menu Structure The menu structure is shown categorized by tab. The * on the right side of an item indicates the default value. The printer menu is classified into regular menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu during print- ing items only available while printing is in progress.
Page 644: Ink Menu
Menu Structure iPF6400 First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Return Defaults Paper Details Keep Paper Type Off *┋ On *1: For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See Paper Reference Guide .) Types of paper in the printer driver and related software (as well as on the Control Panel) are updated when you install the printer driver from the User Software CD-ROM or if you update paper information with the Media Configuration Tool.
Page 645 Menu Structure iPF6400 First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Nozzle Check ┋ Status Print ┋ Interface Print ┋ Paper Details ┋ Print Job Log ┋ Menu Map Test Print Adjust Printer Head Posi. Adj. Standard Simple Initial adjustmt ┋...
Page 646 Menu Structure iPF6400 First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level On ┋ Off * Stateless Addr ( *9 ) Pri. DNS SrvAddr ( *9 ) Sec. DNS SrvAddr ( *9 ) DNS Host Name ( *9 ) DNS Domain Name ( *9 ) On ┋...
Page 647 Menu Structure iPF6400 First Level Second Level Third Level Fourth Level Fifth Level Sixth Level Seventh Level Automatic ┋ Off *┋ On TrimEdge Re- load Off ┋ On * Rep.P.head Print Nozzle Check Frequency Standard *┋ 1 page Warning Off *┋ On Use RemoteUI On *┋...
Page 648: Menu Settings
Menu Settings iPF6400 Menu Settings Menu Settings Menu items are as follows. The printer menu is classified into regular menu items available when no print job is in progress and menu during print- ing items only available while printing is in progress. see "Printer Menu Operations." →P.639 Regular menu Menu during printing...
Page 649 Menu Settings iPF6400 Setting Item Description, Instructions Paper Details (The type of paper Trim Edge First Selects whether or not to automatically cut the leading edge of the roll is displayed here.) paper when roll paper is loaded. ( *1 ) (See "Cutting the Leading Edge of Roll Paper Automatically.") →P.548 CutDustReduct.
Page 650 Menu Settings iPF6400 Ink Menu Setting Item Description, Instructions Rep. Ink Tank Replace the Ink Tank at this point. Follow the instructions displayed to complete the required procedure. (See "Replacing Ink Tanks.") →P.836 Head Cleaning A Printhead cleaning options. (See "Cleaning the Printhead.") →P.846 Execute Head Cleaning A if printing is faint, oddly colored, or con- tains foreign substances.
Page 651: Set./Adj. Menu
*1: A rough estimate of the amount of ink consumed per print job is displayed. Actual ink consumption may be different. The average margin of error for estimates calculated according to Canon measurement conditions for ink costs is ±15%. Canon does not guarantee the accuracy of these estimates.
Page 652 Menu Settings iPF6400 Setting Item Description, Instructions Adjust Head Other Manual Input the setting values from the adjustment pattern printing re- Printer Posi. sults and adjust the printing position to fix misaligned printing. Adj. Normally, select Standard. However, when printing on special paper, or if printing is not improved after Standard, try Manual.
Page 653 Menu Settings iPF6400 Setting Item Description, Instructions Adjust Calibra- Calibration Log When paper is set in the printer, the history of effective color Printer tion calibration for the set paper is displayed. When paper is not set in the printer, the latest history among common calibration or unique calibration is displayed.
Page 654 Menu Settings iPF6400 Setting Item Description, Instructions Interface TCP/IP IPv4 DNS Set- Pri. DNS SrvAddr Specify the DNS server address. Setup tings Sec. DNS SrvAddr DNS Host Name Specify the DNS host name. DNS Domain Name Specify the DNS domain name. IPv6 IPv6 Support Specify whether to connect via IPv6.
Page 655 Menu Settings iPF6400 Setting Item Description, Instructions System Language Specify the language used on the Display Screen. Setup Time Zone Specify the time zone. Time zone options indicate a main city in this time zone and the difference from Greenwich Mean Time.
Page 656 Menu Settings iPF6400 Setting Item Description, Instructions System Rep.P.head Print Choose On to have the printer automatically execute the Ad- Setup vanced Adj. operations after you replace the Printhead. (See "Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors.") →P.730 Nozzle Check In Frequency, specify the timing for automatic checks of noz- zle clogging.
Page 657: Status Print
*1: A rough estimate of how much ink was consumed per job is displayed. Actual ink consumption may be different. The average margin of error for estimates calculated according to Canon measurement conditions for ink costs is ±15%. Canon does not guarantee the accu- racy of these estimates.
Page 658 Status Print iPF6400 Date Indicates when the status print report was printed. Paper Menu Information on the loaded paper. Paper Type Roll Media Cut Sheet ManageRemainRoll Keep Paper Type Job Menu Job-related information. Job Log A counter for maintenance purposes. Various information about previous jobs.
Page 659 Status Print iPF6400 Use Adj. Value A setting value indicating whether color calibration adjustment values are to be applied to printing. Set Exec. Guide A setting value indicating whether to display a mes- sage recommending the execution of color calibra- tion.
Page 660: Printing Interface Setting Reports
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Test Print, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Print, and then press the OK button. Confirming Interface Print information The following information is included in the Interface Print report. Canon imagePROGRAF iPFxxxx Interface Print Printer model Firm Firmware Version...
Page 661 Printing Interface Setting Reports iPF6400 TCP/IPv4 IPv4 settings values. Use DHCP Use BOOTP Use RARP Enable DNS Dynamic Update Use Zeroconf Function IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Address LPD Printing IPP Printing IPP Printer URI RAW Printing Raw Mode Bi-direction FTP Printing Use Discovery Scope...
Page 662 Printing Interface Setting Reports iPF6400 TCP/IPv6 Use a link-local Address IPv6 settings values. Prefix Length Use a manual address IP Address Prefix Length Default Router Address Prefix Length Primary DNS Server Address Secondary DNS Server Address Use the same host name and domain DNS Host Name name as IPv4 DNS Domain Name...
Page 663: Printer Parts
iPF6400 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS X Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Printer parts ..................664 Optional accessories ..............671 Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Color Management Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting...
Page 664: Printer Parts
Front iPF6400 Printer parts Printer parts Front ......................................664 Back ......................................665 Top Cover (Inside) ................................. 666 Paper Feed Slots ................................... 667 Inside the Roll Feed Unit Cover ............................668 Carriage ..................................... 668 Ink Tank Cover (Inside) ............................... 669 Vents ......................................670 Control Panel ...................................
Page 665: Back
Back iPF6400 Maintenance Cartridge Absorbs excess ink. Ink Tank Cover Open this cover to replace an Ink Tank. (See "Ink Tank Cover (Inside).") →P.669 Back Back USB Port Connect a USB cable to this port. The printer is compatible with Hi-Speed USB connections. LAN connector (Gigabit Ethernet) Connect a LAN cable to this port.
Page 666: Top Cover (Inside)
Top Cover (Inside) iPF6400 Top Cover (Inside) Top Cover (Inside) Carriage Mounts the Printhead, and moves to the left and right. This is an important part for printing. (See "Carriage.") →P.668 Carriage Shaft The Carriage slides along this shaft. Paper Retainer Important in supplying the paper.
Page 667: Paper Feed Slots
Paper Feed Slots iPF6400 Paper Feed Slots Paper Feed Slots Tray Extension When loading a sheet manually, open this tray after opening the Paper Tray Cover. Width Guide When loading a sheet, move the guide to match the paper size. Top Paper Feed Slot When loading a sheet, insert it here.
Page 668: Inside The Roll Feed Unit Cover
Inside the Roll Feed Unit Cover iPF6400 Inside the Roll Feed Unit Cover Inside the Roll Feed Unit Cover Roll Holder Load the roll on this holder. Holder Stopper Secure rolls on the Roll Holder with this part. Roll Holder Slot Slide the Roll Holder into this slot.
Page 669: Ink Tank Cover (Inside)
Ink Tank Cover (Inside) iPF6400 Printhead Fixer Cover Holds the Printhead in place. Do not open this part except during Printhead replacement. Printhead The printhead is equipped with ink nozzles. It serves a key role in printing. Printhead Fixer Lever Locks the Printhead Fixer Cover.
Page 670: Vents
Vents iPF6400 Ink Tank Lock Lever A lever that locks the Ink Tank in place and protects it. Lift and press down the lever when replacing an Ink Tank. Ink Lamp (Red) Indicates the state of the Ink Tank as follows when the Ink Tank Cover is opened. •...
Page 671: Optional Accessories
Stand iPF6400 Optional accessories Optional accessories Stand ......................................671 Stand Parts ....................................672 Roll Holder Set ..................................551 Stand Stand The following Stand can be used with the printer. Printer Stand ST-28 • For more information on the main parts of the Stand, refer to see "Stand Parts." →P.672 •...
Page 672: Stand Parts
Stand Parts iPF6400 Stand Parts Stand Parts Stand A stand that holds the printer. It is equipped with casters to facilitate movement. Output Stacker Printed documents are ejected into the output tray. For more information on using the Output Stacker, refer to Using the Output Stacker and the Output →P.564 Stacker Precautions...
Page 673: Network Setting
iPF6400 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS X Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Network Environment ..............674 Using RemoteUI ................677 Initial Settings ................. 679 NetWare Settings ................686 Mac OS X Settings .................
Page 674: Network Environment
Network Environment iPF6400 Network Environment Network Environment Network Environment Network Environment System requirements The system requirements, which vary depending on your network, are as follows. • Printing over a TCP/IP network (when using IPv4) • Compatible operating systems • Windows XP Windows Server 2003 •...
Page 675 Network Environment iPF6400 • Windows XP (Professional) • In NetWare 6.0, iPrint is not supported. Note Network Environment After confirming what type of network environment you will connect the printer to, set up the printer and computers as needed. For the specifications of the network interface, see "Specifications." →P.934 •...
Page 676 Network Environment iPF6400 • Example of a NetWare network • Even if there is a NetWare server in your network environment, you can use it in conjunction with TCP/IP or AppleTalk. In this case, complete the settings for each protocol you will use. Note User's Guide...
Page 677: Using Remoteui
Using RemoteUI iPF6400 Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI Using RemoteUI RemoteUI is software with which you can access the printer via the network from your Web browser to confirm the printer status, operate jobs, and configure the settings. Since the software (Web server) for using RemoteUI is built in the printer, preparing software other than a Web browser is unnecessary.
Page 678 Using RemoteUI iPF6400 • For the Web browser, use Netscape Navigator 6.0 or later, Internet Explorer 5.01 or later, or Firefox 1.5 or later. For Mac OS X, Safari 1.32 or later or 2.03 or later also is supported. Important •...
Page 679: Initial Settings
Configuring the IP Address on the Printer iPF6400 Initial Settings Initial Settings Configuring the IP Address on the Printer ........................ 679 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ..........703 Configuring the IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel ............... 679 Configuring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands ..............
Page 680: Configuring The Ip Address Using Arp And Ping Commands
Configuring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands iPF6400 • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
Page 681 Configuring the IP Address Using ARP and PING Commands iPF6400 To use the ARP and PING commands, you will need to know the printer's MAC address. You can confirm the MAC address on the Control Panel. Check the printer's MAC address. You can confirm the MAC address on the Control Panel as follows: On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀...
Page 682: Configuring Tcp/Ipv6 Network Settings
Configuring TCP/IPv6 Network Settings iPF6400 Configuring TCP/IPv6 Network Settings Configuring TCP/IPv6 Network Settings When printing in a TCP/IPv6 network, you must configure the TCP/IPv6 settings on the Control Panel. Follow the steps below to configure the TCP/IPv6 network settings. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to se- lect the Settings/Adj.
Page 683: Configuring The Printer Driver Destination (Mac Os X)
Configuring the Printer Driver Destination (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Port tab to display the Port sheet. Click Add Port to display the Printer Ports dialog box. In the Available Port list, select Standard TCP/IP Port. Click New Port. After the wizard starts, a window is displayed for the Welcome to the Add Standard TCP/IP Printer Port Wiz- ard.
Page 684 - (hyphens), and . (periods). Do not use numbers, -, or . for the first character, or - or . for the last character. Multicast DNS Service Specify the printer's Multicast DNS service name. (1–63 characters) Canon iPFxxxx Name This name will be displayed when Bonjour functions are used. (xxxxxx) Click OK to display the Network page.
Page 685 Configuring the Printer's TCP/IP Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF6400 When using an IPv6 IP address Start the web browser and enter the following URL in the Location (or Address ) box to display the RemoteUI page. http://printer IP address or name/ Example: http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/ Select Administrator Mode and click Logon.
Page 686: Netware Settings
Configuring NetWare Network Settings iPF6400 NetWare Settings NetWare Settings Configuring NetWare Network Settings ........................686 Specifying the Printer's Frame Type ..........................686 Specifying NetWare Print Services ..........................689 Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings With RemoteUI ............691 Configuring NetWare Network Settings Configuring NetWare Network Settings To print over a NetWare network, configure the network environment as follows.
Page 687 Specifying the Printer's Frame Type iPF6400 • Before specifying the frame type, make sure the printer is on and connected to the network. Important • You can specify the frame type by using RemoteUI if the printer's IP address is configured. •...
Page 688 Specifying the Printer's Frame Type iPF6400 Select the IPv4 tab. In IP Address, enter the IP ad- dress assigned to the printer, and then enter the subnet mask in Subnet Mask and the default gateway in Gateway Address. • You must specify the IP address here to be able to configure NetWare protocol settings using RemoteUI. Important Click Set.
Page 689: Specifying Netware Print Services
Specifying NetWare Print Services iPF6400 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Interface Setup, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select NetWare, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select NetWare, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
Page 690 Specifying NetWare Print Services iPF6400 • In NetWare 5.1 or 6.0, NDPS may also be used as the print service. If you use NDPS, use the Novell printer gateway included with NetWare. For details on configuring NDPS, refer to the NetWare documentation. Note •...
Page 691: Configuring The Printer's Netware Network Settings With Remoteui
Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF6400 To use the printer in remote printer mode, start the print server. To use the NetWare file server as the print server, enter LOAD PSERVER.NLM at the file server and press the Enter key.
Page 692 Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF6400 Select Administrator Mode and click Logon. If a password has been set on the printer, enter the password. Click Network in the Device Manager menu at left to display the Network page. Click Edit in the upper-right corner of the NetWare group to display the Edit NetWare Protocol Settings page.
Page 693 Configuring the Printer's NetWare Network Settings With RemoteUI iPF6400 Default Set- Item Details ting NPrinter Print Server Name (0–47 characters) — Printer Number Specify the number of the printer connected to the NetWare print server. (0-254) Complete the following settings based on the selected service. •...
Page 694: Mac Os X Settings
If you use the printer in a TCP/IP network, make sure the printer's IP address is configured correctly. (See "Configuring the IP Address Using the Printer Control Panel.") →P.679 Important Navigate to Applications > Canon Utilities > imagePROGRAF PrinterSetup and double-click imagePROG- RAF PrinterSetup.app. Click Next. Click Registering IP Address.
Page 695: Configuring The Destination For Bonjour Network
By default, Bonjour is activated on the printer. You can activate or deactivate the Bonjour function or change the printer name by using RemoteUI. For instructions on changing it, see "Using RemoteUI." →P.677 Navigate to Applications > Canon Utilities > imagePROGRAF PrinterSetup and double-click imagePROG- RAF PrinterSetup.app. User's Guide...
Page 696 Configuring the Destination for Bonjour Network (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click Next. Select the printer to register and click Next. Complete Printer Name and Location as desired and click Register. Click Finish. User's Guide...
Page 697: Configuring The Destination For Appletalk Networks
Configuring the Destination for AppleTalk Networks (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Configuring the Destination for AppleTalk Networks Configuring the Destination for AppleTalk Networks To print over an AppleTalk network, activate the AppleTalk protocol and configure the destination as follows. Activating AppleTalk on the printer •...
Page 698: Configuring The Printer's Appletalk Network Settings
If you will not use AppleTalk, choose Disabled. Name (*1) Specify the object name used by AppleTalk (in up to 31 single-byte or 15 double-byte characters). Canon NB-18GB However, do not use the following single-byte characters: @, *, :, and =. (xxxxxx)
Page 699 By default, the network interface name is Canon NB-18GB (xxxxxx). (Here, xxxxxx is the last six digits of the printer's MAC address.) *2: If zones have been created on the network, enter the name of the printer's zone. If there are no zones, leave the asterisk * entry (for the default zone) as it is.
Page 700: Other Settings
Specifying Printer-Related Information iPF6400 Other Settings Other Settings Specifying Printer-Related Information ........................700 Configuring the Communication Mode Manually ....................701 Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur ................702 Initializing the Network Settings ............................702 Specifying Printer-Related Information Specifying Printer-Related Information Follow the steps below to specify device information and security settings.
Page 701: Configuring The Communication Mode Manually
Configuring the Communication Mode Manually iPF6400 Configuring the Communication Mode Manually Configuring the Communication Mode Manually This topic gives instructions for configuring the communication mode manually. On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to se- lect the Settings/Adj.
Page 702: Email Notification When Printing Is Finished Or Errors Occur
Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur iPF6400 Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur Email Notification When Printing is Finished or Errors Occur The printer can notify you of the printer status by email. Even when you are away from the printer, you can know when printing is finished or if errors occur.
Page 703: Device Setup Utility (Windows)
imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility iPF6400 Device Setup Utility (Windows) Device Setup Utility (Windows) imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ........................... 703 Installing imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ......................703 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility ............. 703 imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility is a utility to establish communication between the printer and your computer by completing relevant settings.
Page 704 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility iPF6400 When specifying an IPv4 IP address Start imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the start menu. In the Device Name list displayed, select the printer to configure. Choose Protocol Settings from the Printer menu. Select the IPv4 tab.
Page 705 Configuring the IP Address Using imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility iPF6400 When specifying an IPv6 IP address Start imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility from the start menu. In the Device Name list displayed, select the printer to configure. Choose Protocol Settings from the Printer menu. Select the IPv6 tab.
Page 706 iPF6400 User's Guide...
Page 707: Print Job Management
iPF6400 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS X Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Status Monitor (Windows) .............. 708 Printmonitor (Mac OS X) ..............710 Accounting (Windows) ..............
Page 708: Status Monitor (Windows)
The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor iPF6400 Status Monitor (Windows) Status Monitor (Windows) The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ....................708 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor ................... 709 The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor The Features of imagePROGRAF Status Monitor imagePROGRAF Status Monitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs.
Page 709: Job Management Using Imageprograf Status Monitor
Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Status Monitor iPF6400 • You can use the Accounting Manager to collect the print job logs for the printers and check information such as the printing costs. For details of the Accounting Manager, see Accounting Manager →P.712 •...
Page 710: Printmonitor (Mac Os X)
The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor iPF6400 Printmonitor (Mac OS X) Printmonitor (Mac OS X) The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ......................710 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor ..................711 The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor imagePROGRAF Printmonitor is a utility for checking the printer status and managing print jobs. •...
Page 711: Job Management Using Imageprograf Printmonitor
Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor iPF6400 Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor Job Management Using imagePROGRAF Printmonitor You can use the Driver Panel in imagePROGRAF Printmonitor for operations such as pausing and canceling print jobs. • Pausing/Resuming Print Jobs Selecting a print job and clicking the button pauses printing of the selected job.
Page 712: Accounting (Windows)
• The Accounting Manager in Status Monitor displays approximate estimates of the amount of paper consumed and the ink consumed per job. Canon cannot guarantee the accuracy of these estimates. These estimates will also vary depending on Important the conditions of printer use.
Page 713: Accounting Manager Main Window
Accounting Manager Main Window iPF6400 Select Accounting in the Accounting menu. Or, open the Accounting sheet and click the Account- ing button. Accounting Manager Main Window Accounting Manager Main Window The Accounting Manager main window consists of a title bar, menu bar, toolbars, listed job selection area, job list area, totals area and status bar.
Page 714 Accounting Manager Main Window iPF6400 If you are using regular data acquisition, this area allows you to view the collective job logs for each specified peri- For more information on how to select the job logs displayed, see Switching Between Displaying Jobs on Printer and Regularly Acquired Jobs →P.722 •...
Page 715: Job List Area
Job List Area iPF6400 • Status Bar Displays messages and other information. Job List Area Job List Area The job items and details that can be displayed in the job list area are as follows. • The job serial number. •...
Page 716: Accounting Manager Basic Procedures
Accounting Manager Basic Procedures iPF6400 • If the job has multiple pages, the width of the last page is displayed. Note • Paper Length The length of paper used for printing. • Ink Consumed The amount of ink used for printing. •...
Page 717: Configuring Unit Costs In Accounting Manager
Configuring Unit Costs in Accounting Manager iPF6400 If you are using Regular Data Acquisition, configure the Regular Data Acquisition settings. For details of the Regular Data Acquisition settings, see Automatically Acquiring Print Job Logs at Regular Inter- vals →P.721 Specify the jobs to be listed. For details of how to select the job logs displayed, see Switching Between Displaying Jobs on Printer and Regu- larly Acquired Jobs →P.722...
Page 718: Setting The Unit Cost For Paper
Setting the Unit Cost for Paper iPF6400 Enter the Tank Capacity and corresponding Price. Click the OK button. • Your settings are not applied until you click the OK button. Important To set different unit costs for each ink color Select the ink color to be costed.
Page 719 Setting the Unit Cost for Paper iPF6400 Setting Standard Prices Select the media type in Media Type. Enter the Width and Length of the paper, as well as the Price for the area of the configured width x height. Click the Add button. To change the unit cost of a media type that has already been configured, click the Over- write button.
Page 720: Setting The Unit Cost For Items Other Than Ink And Paper
Setting the Unit Cost for Items Other Than Ink and Paper iPF6400 Setting the Unit Cost for Items Other Than Ink and Paper Setting the Unit Cost for Items Other Than Ink and Paper Open the Other sheet. Use this sheet to set any price for items other than inks and paper. Enter any name in the Name field.
Page 721: Configuring Units And Display Settings In Accounting Manager
Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager iPF6400 Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager Configuring Units and Display Settings in Accounting Manager Select Units and Display in the Settings menu to open the Units and Display dialog box. Use this dialog box to con- figure the display settings.
Page 722: Canceling Regular Print Job Log Acquisition
Canceling Regular Print Job Log Acquisition iPF6400 • Immediately after you configure Regular Data Acquisition, no print jobs are displayed. Wait a few moments and then select Refresh in the View menu to display the print jobs. Note • A maximum of 10,000 records are saved in a print job log. If this number is exceeded, jobs are deleted from the log starting from the oldest record.
Page 723: Displaying Job Properties Or Period Properties
Displaying Job Properties or Period Properties iPF6400 • Selected Jobs Exports the data for the selected print jobs in the job list as a CSV file. • You can select multiple jobs by holding down the Shift key or Ctrl key as you click the job names. Note •...
Page 724: Showing, Saving And Loading Selected Unit Cost Data
Showing, Saving and Loading Selected Unit Cost Data iPF6400 • Components of the Job properties Dialog Box/Period Properties Dialog Box • Job tab Displays detailed information about the selected job. You can display detailed information about each job by selecting the corresponding Document Name. •...
Page 725 Showing the Total Amount of Ink and Paper Consumed iPF6400 You can copy text-based information in this dialog box to the clipboard by clicking the Copy button. • Up to 7 types of media are listed in order of the amount consumed. The total consumption for other media types is shown as Other.
Page 726 iPF6400 User's Guide...
Page 727: Adjustments For Better Print Quality
iPF6400 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS X Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjustment for high-precision printing ..........728 Adjusting the Printhead ..............
Page 728: Adjustment For High-Precision Printing
Enhancing Printing Quality iPF6400 Adjustment for high-precision printing Adjustment for high-precision printing Enhancing Printing Quality Enhancing Printing Quality With some types of paper and under some conditions, adjusting the printer as follows with the paper to be used can enhance printing quality when printing fine lines/text or photos. Two adjustment options are available: standard adjustment (with the Printhead height set to Automatic ) and supple- mental adjustment (used if standard adjustment is not effective).
Page 729 Enhancing Printing Quality iPF6400 Set Head Height to Super Low. (See "Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images.") →P.735 • If Super Low is not available, select Lowest. Note Execute Standard in Head Posi. Adj.. • If paper rubs against the Printhead or becomes jammed during Printhead height adjustment, try selecting a higher level in Head Height and performing Standard again.
Page 730: Adjusting The Printhead
Adjusting the Printhead iPF6400 Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead Adjusting the Printhead ..............................730 Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors .................. 730 Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors ..................732 Adjustment When Installing the Printhead ......................734 Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images .....................
Page 731 Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors iPF6400 • This function is not available with CAD Tracing Paper, CAD Translucent Matte Film, or CAD Clear Film. • Important If adjustment is not possible as expected using special media, try another type of paper, or try Manual adjustment. (See "Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors.") →P.732 •...
Page 732: Manual Adjustment To Straighten Lines And Colors
Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors iPF6400 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Head Posi. Adj., and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Standard or Simple, and then press the OK button. A test pattern is printed for adjustment.
Page 733 Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors iPF6400 On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to se- lect the Settings/Adj. tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button.
Page 734: Adjustment When Installing The Printhead
Adjustment When Installing the Printhead iPF6400 Press the Back button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Register Setting, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. The adjustment value is now registered, and adjustment is complete. Adjustment When Installing the Printhead Adjustment When Installing the Printhead Printhead position adjustment is executed when the printhead is first installed.
Page 735: Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion And Blurry Images
Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images iPF6400 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Initial adjustmt, and then press the OK button. A test pattern is printed for adjustment. Adjustment is now finished if you have printed on a roll. If you are printing on sheets, a confirmation message is displayed requesting you to continue printing. Press the OK button and follow the instructions.
Page 736 Troubleshooting Paper Abrasion and Blurry Images iPF6400 Press ▲ or ▼ to select the desired setting value, and then press the OK button. • Using Automatic will ensure that the printer adjusts the Printhead height to the optimal level before printing, ac- counting for the ambient temperature and humidity.
Page 737: Adjusting The Feed Amount
Adjusting the Feed Amount iPF6400 Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the feed amount Adjusting the Feed Amount .............................. 737 Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment Method ....................737 Automatic Banding Adjustment ..........................738 Manual Banding Adjustment ............................739 Fine-Tuning the Paper Feed Amount ........................741 Adjusting Line Length ..............................
Page 738: Automatic Banding Adjustment
Automatic Banding Adjustment iPF6400 On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to se- lect the Settings/Adj. tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Set./Adj.
Page 739: Manual Banding Adjustment
Manual Banding Adjustment iPF6400 Items to Prepare When Using Rolls An unused roll at least 254.0 mm (10.00 in) wide When Using Sheets Auto(GenuinePpr) : One sheet of unused paper, A4/Letter size Auto(OtherPaper) : Two sheets of unused paper, A4/Letter size (or one sheet when using A2) Perform adjustment as follows.
Page 740 Manual Banding Adjustment iPF6400 • We recommend executing the adjustment if you have changed the paper type or paper size. • Note Always check the Adj. Priority values before using Manual adjustment. (See "Selecting a Feed Amount Adjustment Method.") →P.737 •...
Page 741: Fine-Tuning The Paper Feed Amount
Fine-Tuning the Paper Feed Amount iPF6400 Examine test pattern A for adjustment. Determine the pattern in which banding is least noticeable. • If banding seems least noticeable in two patterns but you cannot decide which one is better, choose an intermediate value.
Page 742: Adjusting Line Length
Adjusting Line Length iPF6400 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adj. Fine Feed, and then press the OK button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select a setting value in the range -5 to 5, and then press the OK button. At this time, if banding in dark colors appears, select a setting value in the range 1 to 5, and if banding in light colors appears, select a setting value in the range -1 to -5.
Page 743: Adjusting Color On The Trailing Edge Of Sheets
Adjusting Color on the Trailing Edge of Sheets iPF6400 • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the OK button. Press ▲...
Page 744: Adjusting The Vacuum Strength
Adjusting the Vacuum Strength iPF6400 • Always make sure the loaded paper matches the type of paper specified in the settings. Adjustment cannot be com- pleted correctly unless the loaded paper matches the settings. Important On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to se- lect the Settings/Adj.
Page 745 Adjusting the Vacuum Strength iPF6400 On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to se- lect the Paper tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button. The Paper Menu is displayed.
Page 746 iPF6400 User's Guide...
Page 747: Color Management
iPF6400 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS X Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Color Management Monitor Matching ................748 Color Calibration ................
Page 748: Monitor Matching
Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors iPF6400 Monitor Matching Monitor Matching Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors ........................748 Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors (Windows) ..................749 Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors (Mac OS X) ................... 751 Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors Adjusting the colors printed so that they more closely match the colors displayed on the monitor is called "monitor matching."...
Page 749: Printing Images To Match Monitor Colors (Windows)
Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors (Windows) iPF6400 • Printing in exactly the same colors as displayed on the monitor may not be possible due to differences in the monitor and printer color gamuts. Note • Calibrating your monitor requires a measuring device. •...
Page 750 Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors (Windows) iPF6400 Make sure the Main sheet is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded (for example, Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280). Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode.
Page 751: Printing Images To Match Monitor Colors (Mac Os X)
Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Matching tab to display the Matching sheet. Make sure Driver Matching Mode is selected in Matching Mode. Matching Method, select Monitor Matching. Color Space, select the color space used when displaying the file in the source application. Monitor White Point, select the white point set on the monitor.
Page 752 Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Make sure the Main panel is displayed. In the Media Type list, select the type of paper that is loaded (for example, Canon Premium Glossy Paper 2 280). Click Advanced Settings to switch the print mode.
Page 753 Printing Images to Match Monitor Colors (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Matching tab to display the Matching panel. Make sure Driver Matching Mode is selected in Matching Mode. Matching Method, select Monitor Matching. Color Space, select the color space used when displaying the file in the source application. Monitor White Point, select the white point set on the monitor.
Page 754: Color Calibration
Managing Colors iPF6400 Color Calibration Color Calibration Managing Colors ..................................754 Managing Colors Using Printer Sensors ........................757 Color Calibration Using the Printer Sensor ......................758 Paper that can be used in Color Calibration ......................760 Managing Colors Managing Colors Printer color management corrects for variations in color tones due to differences between printers and aging, and ob- tains continuously stable corrected color tones.
Page 755 As long as you have a Custom Media Information File that contains a dedicated Calibration Target for paper oth- er than genuine Canon paper and feed certified paper that was created on a printer (12-color model) with a Spec- trophotometer Unit mounted, it can be registered in the printer by using the included MCT and you can execute color calibration even on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed certified paper.
Page 756 Managing Colors iPF6400 Stabilizing Colors (Color Calibration Execution Guide Settings) It is important to carry out color calibration because color tones change as a printhead ages and the environment changes. This printer has a function that notifies when it is recommended to execute color calibration. This prevents forgetting to carry out color calibration and allows you to continuously reduce variations in color tones.
Page 757: Managing Colors Using Printer Sensors
Color calibration on paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed certified paper You can also reduce the variations in printed color tones when using paper other than genuine Canon paper and feed certified paper by creating a Calibration Target by using a printer with a Spectrophotometer Unit (optional) mounted and the included Media Configuration Tool (MCT).
Page 758: Color Calibration Using The Printer Sensor
Color Calibration Using the Printer Sensor iPF6400 • Media Configuration Tool (Mac OS X) →P.595 Things That Can Be Done Using CCMC You can execute the following functions by using the CCMC color management utility. For a detailed explanation, see the following. •...
Page 759 Color Calibration Using the Printer Sensor iPF6400 (See "Executing Color Calibration (Mac OS X).") →P.818 • Preparing the Printer You can confirm whether the paper to be loaded can be used in color calibration. (See "Paper that can be used in Color Calibration.") →P.760 Load the paper.
Page 760: Paper That Can Be Used In Color Calibration
Paper that can be used in Color Calibration iPF6400 Checking Color Calibration Execution Logs You can confirm information of color calibration such as the execution date and executed paper type by the following method. How to Check How to Operate Confirm it on the Control Panel of the printer.
Page 761 Paper that can be used in Color Calibration iPF6400 • The media types shown in the table are the names that are displayed in the printer Control Panel. Country or Region of Use selected when the Media Configuration Tool was installed Paper Type Adjustment Type Japan, Asia, Oce-...
Page 762 →P.524 • Use the Media Configuration Tool to add information for media other than genuine Canon paper or media for purposes other than checking output to the printer and the printer driver. (See "Using Paper Other than Genuine Paper and Feed Confirmed Paper (Windows).") →P.581...
Page 763 Paper that can be used in Color Calibration iPF6400 Adjustment Types of Color Calibration Color calibration has two adjustment types, Common calibration and Unique calibration, with one of these selected when color calibration is executed. The selected adjustment type is determined from the media type that color calibration is executed on. •...
Page 764 Paper that can be used in Color Calibration iPF6400 • Unique calibration If color calibration is executed on paper categorized as Unique calibration, calibration adjustment values are set only for the media type that the color calibration was executed on. •...
Page 765: Color Calibration Management Console (Windows)
• In order to execute color calibration on paper other than genuine Canon paper/feed certified paper, a calibration target is re- quired for that paper. Calibration targets can be created on a printer with a spectrophotometer unit installed by using the Me- Note dia Configuration Tool that is included with printers that support the spectrophotometer unit.
Page 766: Installation Procedure
Installation Procedure (Windows) iPF6400 Acquiring Color Measurement Data from the Color Chart You can measure the colors of any arbitrary color chart and save the color measurement data on your computer. You can then create an ICC profile by importing this data into commercially available ICC profile creation software. For the procedure for acquiring color measurement data, see "Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart."...
Page 767 Installation Procedure (Windows) iPF6400 Click the Install button of Color Calibration Manage- ment Console. Click the Next button. After reading the license agreement, select I accept the terms of the license agreement and click the Next button. User's Guide...
Page 768 Installation Procedure (Windows) iPF6400 Choose a location to install the software and click the Next button. Click the Install button. If you want to create a shortcut to Color Calibration Management Console on the Desktop, click the Yes button. Select Yes, I want to restart my computer now. or No, I will restart my computer later.
Page 769: Uninstallation Procedure
Uninstallation Procedure (Windows) iPF6400 Uninstallation Procedure Uninstallation Procedure The uninstallation procedure for the Color Calibration Management Console is as follows. From the start menu, click All Programs>imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console>Unin- staller (imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console). Select Remove and click the Next button. Click the Finish button.
Page 770: Main Window
Main Window (Windows) iPF6400 This displays the Color Calibration Management Console main window. • If there is no Color Calibration Management Console icon on the desktop, click start and navigate to All Programs>image- PROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console>imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console. Note Main Window Main Window...
Page 771 Main Window (Windows) iPF6400 • Tools Menu (When the Calibration Sheet is Displayed) →P.774 • Tools Menu (When the Color Measurement Sheet is Displayed) →P.774 • Help Menu →P.775 • Printer List Displays a list of printers that can be controlled. For details, see "Printer List." →P.776 User's Guide...
Page 772 Main Window (Windows) iPF6400 • Calibration Sheet This sheet allows you to execute color calibration. For details, see "Calibration Sheet." →P.777 • Color Measurement Sheet This sheet allows you to acquire color chart measurement data and execute color check. For details, see "Color Measurement Sheet."...
Page 773: File Menu
File Menu (Windows) iPF6400 File Menu File Menu This section describes each of the menu items in the File menu. • Calibration / Color Measurement Selects the main window sheet. • Update Printer List Refreshes the Printer list on the left side of the main window with the latest information. •...
Page 774: Tools Menu (When The Calibration Sheet Is Displayed)
Tools Menu (When the Calibration Sheet is Displayed) (Windows) iPF6400 Tools Menu (When the Calibration Sheet is Displayed) Tools Menu (When the Calibration Sheet is Displayed) This section describes each of the menu items in the Tools menu when the Calibration sheet is displayed in the main window.
Page 775: Help Menu
Help Menu (Windows) iPF6400 • Acquire Color Measurement Data Displays the procedure description window or Select Execution Log window. This allows you to measure the colors of a color chart in the selected printer and acquire the color measurement data. For the procedure for acquiring color measurement data, see "Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart."...
Page 776: Printer List
Printer List (Windows) iPF6400 • About Displays the About dialog box, which allows you to check the version of Color Calibration Management Console. Printer List Printer List The printers displayed in the Printer list are printers connected via the network or USB that satisfy the following condi- tions.
Page 777: Calibration Sheet
Calibration Sheet (Windows) iPF6400 • Printers that are added, deleted, or have their name changed while Color Calibration Management Console is running are not updated in the Printer list. If you want to update the Printer list, exit and then restart Color Calibration Manage- Note ment Console.
Page 778 When All is selected Paper types registered in a printer are displayed. • When Custom Paper is selected Paper types other than genuine Canon paper and feed certified paper that are registered in a printer are dis- played. User's Guide...
Page 779: Color Measurement Sheet
Color Measurement Sheet (Windows) iPF6400 Color Measurement Sheet Color Measurement Sheet This sheet allows you to use the spectrophotometer unit to measure colors. • Color Measure button Click this button to display the procedure description window or Select Execution Log window. This allows you to measure the colors of a color chart in the selected printer and acquire the color measurement data.
Page 780: Checking The Color Calibration Status
Checking the Color Calibration Status (Windows) iPF6400 Checking the Color Calibration Status Checking the Color Calibration Status You can check the color calibration status and execution logs on the Calibration sheet in the main window. Open the Calibration sheet. Select the printer you want to check the color calibra- tion status of from the Printer list.
Page 781 Checking the Color Calibration Status (Windows) iPF6400 Check the color calibration status of the paper being fed in the upper part of the Calibration sheet. Select Calibrated and click the button. Check the color calibration logs in the lower part of the Calibration sheet.
Page 782: Executing Color Calibration
Executing Color Calibration (Windows) iPF6400 Executing Color Calibration Executing Color Calibration The procedure for executing color calibration is as follows. Getting the Printer Ready You can confirm whether the paper to be loaded can be used in color calibration. (See "Paper that can be used in Color Calibration.") →P.760 Load the paper.
Page 783 Executing Color Calibration (Windows) iPF6400 Select the printer you want to execute color calibration on from the Printer list. Click the Calibration button. User's Guide...
Page 784 Executing Color Calibration (Windows) iPF6400 The Execute Color Calibration dialog box is dis- played. • Color Calibration Type Select Auto Adjust (High Precision) to execute color calibration using the spectrophotometer unit, or se- lect Auto Adjust to execute color calibration using the sensors in the printer. •...
Page 785: Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart
Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart (Windows) iPF6400 When the Execute Color Calibration dialog box is dis- played, check the details. Click the Execute button. Color calibration will be executed. • You can exit the color calibration in the middle by clicking the Cancel button. However, it may take some time to end. Note Click the OK button.
Page 786 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart (Windows) iPF6400 • This step can be executed when a printer that has a spectrophotometer unit installed is selected. Note Getting the Printer Ready Confirm whether the paper to be loaded can be used for acquiring color measurement data. Load the paper.
Page 787 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart (Windows) iPF6400 Click the Color Measure button. Check the color chart measurement procedure in the procedure description window and then click Start. Select New in Favorites and then click Next. • To perform color chart measurement using the setting values when executed previously, select the execution log in the Favorites sheet or History sheet.
Page 788 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart (Windows) iPF6400 Select the color chart, configure the color chart print settings, and then click Next. Setting Item Details Chart Selects the color chart to print. If the color chart you want to print is not displayed in the list, click the Browse button and then select the color chart.
Page 789 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart (Windows) iPF6400 Setting Item Details Color Measurement Preferences Configures the pattern size to print the color charts and the drying settings for the printed color charts. Choose Standard to print at the standard pattern size and dry using the standard setting val- ues.
Page 790 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart (Windows) iPF6400 Setting Item Details Time Configures the drying time for the ventilation fan for each pattern. The number of lines that are dried at one time by the ventilation fan varies depend- ing on the size selected in Pattern Size.
Page 791 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart (Windows) iPF6400 The Output Color Measurement Data dialog box is displayed. Select the file to save the color measurement data into and click the OK button. The Acquire Color Measurement Data dialog box is displayed.
Page 792: Executing Color Check
Executing Color Check (Windows) iPF6400 Click the OK button. Once the color measurement has finished, the color measurement data is saved on the computer. Executing Color Check Executing Color Check When a color check is executed, a built-in pattern is printed, the color difference from a calibration target registered in the printer is calculated, and the check results are displayed.
Page 793 Executing Color Check (Windows) iPF6400 Click the Settings button for Color Check in the Print- er Information dialog box. Enter the color check threshold value in ΔE and click the OK button. Getting the Printer Ready Confirm whether the paper to be loaded can be used for color checks. Paper for color check is paper that can be used with the Auto Adjust (High Precision) setting on the spectro- photometer unit.
Page 794 Executing Color Check (Windows) iPF6400 Select the White/Black Backing Plate color. • For the color of the White/Black Backing Plate, select the color from when color calibration was executed using the spectrophotometer unit. Note (See "Executing Color Calibration.") →P.782 Executing Color Check Open the Color Measurement sheet.
Page 795 Executing Color Check (Windows) iPF6400 Click the Color Check button. The Execute Color Check dialog box is displayed. Select Pattern Size. To increase the precision of the color check, we recom- mend that you configure the same settings as when Auto Adjust (High Precision) was executed in color calibration.
Page 796 Executing Color Check (Windows) iPF6400 When the Execute Color Check dialog box is dis- played, check the details. Click the Execute button. The color check is executed. • You can exit the color check in the middle by clicking the Cancel button. However, it may take some time to end. Note Check the results.
Page 797: Registering Execution Logs In Favorites
Registering Execution Logs in Favorites (Windows) iPF6400 Registering Execution Logs in Favorites Registering Execution Logs in Favorites You can register frequently used execution logs in favorites for Acquire Color Measurement Data. Registering an op- eration in favorites allows you to attach a separate name for easily recalling the operation. •...
Page 798: Deleting Execution Logs From Favorites
Deleting Execution Logs From Favorites (Windows) iPF6400 Enter the name in Name. Enter a comment in Comment if needed. Click the OK button. Deleting Execution Logs From Favorites Deleting Execution Logs From Favorites You can delete Acquire Color Measurement Data execution logs from the favorites. •...
Page 799: Saving Execution Logs On The Computer
Saving Execution Logs on the Computer (Windows) iPF6400 Select execution log that you want to delete in Favor- ites and click the Delete from Favorites button. Click the OK button. Saving Execution Logs on the Computer Saving Execution Logs on the Computer You can save Acquire Color Measurement Data execution logs on the computer.
Page 800: Switching Display Units
Switching Display Units (Windows) iPF6400 Enter the file name and save. Switching Display Units Switching Display Units The units displayed in the Color Calibration Management Console can be switched between millimeters and inches. Select Preferences from the File menu. Select the display units in the Units sheet in the Prefer- ences dialog box and then click the OK button.
Page 801 Getting Audio Notification of Color Calibration Finished (Windows) iPF6400 Select the Color Calibration check box in the Sound sheet in the Preferences dialog box and then click the Browse button and select the audio file. • If you want to check the sound in the selected audio file, click the Test button. Note Click the OK button.
Page 802: Color Calibration Management Console (Mac Os X)
• In order to execute color calibration on paper other than genuine Canon paper/feed certified paper, a calibration target is re- quired for that paper. Calibration targets can be created on a printer with a spectrophotometer unit installed by using the Me- Note dia Configuration Tool that is included with printers that support the spectrophotometer unit.
Page 803: Installation Procedure
Installation Procedure (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Acquiring Color Measurement Data from the Color Chart You can measure the colors of any arbitrary color chart and save the color measurement data on your computer. You can then create an ICC profile by importing this data into commercially available ICC profile creation software. For the procedure for acquiring color measurement data, see "Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart."...
Page 804 Installation Procedure (Mac OS X) iPF6400 After reading the software license agreement, click the Continue button. Click the Agree button. Click the Install button. Click the Continue button to close all other applica- tions. User's Guide...
Page 805: Uninstallation Procedure
Uninstallation Procedure (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Quit button. This completes the installation of the Color Calibration Management Console. Uninstallation Procedure Uninstallation Procedure The uninstallation procedure for the Color Calibration Management Console is as follows. Perform steps 1 through 5 of the installation procedure. Select Uninstall.
Page 806: Startup
Startup Startup The startup procedure for the Color Calibration Management Console is as follows. Click Applications>Canon Utilities>imagePROGRAF CCMC> and then the imagePROGRAF CCMC icon (CCMC stands for Color Calibration Management Console). This displays the Color Calibration Management Console main window.
Page 807 Main Window (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Menu bar Allows you to select the menu items for the necessary operations. For details on each of the menu items, refer to the following topics. • imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console Menu →P.810 •...
Page 808 Main Window (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Printer List Displays a list of printers that can be controlled. For details, see "Printer List." →P.813 User's Guide...
Page 809 Main Window (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Calibration Sheet This sheet allows you to execute color calibration. For details, see "Calibration Sheet." →P.814 • Color Measurement Sheet This sheet allows you to acquire color chart measurement data and execute color check. For details, see "Color Measurement Sheet."...
Page 810: Imageprograf Color Calibration Management Console Menu
imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console Menu (Mac OS X) iPF6400 imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console Menu imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console Menu This section describes each of the menu items in the imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console menu. • About imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console Displays the About dialog box, which allows you to check the version of Color Calibration Management Console.
Page 811: Tools Menu (When The Calibration Sheet Is Displayed)
Tools Menu (When the Calibration Sheet is Displayed) (Mac OS X) iPF6400 For details on Printmonitor, see "The Features of imagePROGRAF Printmonitor." →P.710 Tools Menu (When the Calibration Sheet is Displayed) Tools Menu (When the Calibration Sheet is Displayed) This section describes each of the menu items in the Tools menu when the Calibration sheet is displayed in the main window.
Page 812 Tools Menu (When the Color Measurement Sheet is Displayed) (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Acquire Color Measurement Data Displays the procedure description window or Select Execution Log window. This allows you to measure the colors of a color chart in the selected printer and acquire the color measurement data.
Page 813: Printer List
Printer List (Mac OS X) iPF6400 When All Logs is selected, this saves all of the execution logs displayed in Execution Logs in the main window on the computer in a CSV format file. Printer List Printer List The printers displayed in the Printer list are printers connected via the network or USB that satisfy the following condi- tions.
Page 814: Calibration Sheet
Calibration Sheet (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Printers that are added, deleted, or have their name changed while Color Calibration Management Console is running are not updated in the Printer list. If you want to update the Printer list, exit and then restart Color Calibration Manage- Note ment Console.
Page 815: Color Measurement Sheet
Paper types registered in a printer are displayed. • When Custom Paper is selected Paper types other than genuine Canon paper and feed certified paper that are registered in a printer are dis- played. Color Measurement Sheet Color Measurement Sheet This sheet allows you to use the spectrophotometer unit to measure colors.
Page 816: Checking The Color Calibration Status
Checking the Color Calibration Status (Mac OS X) iPF6400 This allows you to measure the colors of a color chart in the selected printer and acquire the color measurement data. For the procedure for acquiring color measurement data, see "Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart."...
Page 817 Checking the Color Calibration Status (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Select the printer you want to check the color calibra- tion status of from the Printer list. • If there are multiple printers, printers that have the same paper type loaded and where color calibration has been executed on that paper are displayed in the same calibration group.
Page 818: Executing Color Calibration
Executing Color Calibration (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Check the color calibration logs in the lower part of the Calibration sheet. Executing Color Calibration Executing Color Calibration The procedure for executing color calibration is as follows. Getting the Printer Ready You can confirm whether the paper to be loaded can be used in color calibration. (See "Paper that can be used in Color Calibration.") →P.760 Load the paper.
Page 819 Executing Color Calibration (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Select the printer you want to execute color calibration on from the Printer list. Click the Calibration button. The Execute Color Calibration dialog box is dis- played. • Color Calibration Type Select Auto Adjust (High Precision) to execute color calibration using the spectrophotometer unit, or se- lect Auto Adjust to execute color calibration using the sensors in the printer.
Page 820: Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart
Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • Enabled when a printer that has a spectrophotometer unit installed is selected. Note Click the OK button. When the Execute Color Calibration dialog box is dis- played, check the details. Click the Execute button.
Page 821 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Getting the Printer Ready Confirm whether the paper to be loaded can be used for acquiring color measurement data. Load the paper. (See "Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder.") →P.531 (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") →P.534...
Page 822 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Color Measure button. Check the color chart measurement procedure in the procedure description window and then click Start. Select New in Favorites and then click Next. •...
Page 823 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Select the color chart, configure the color chart print settings, and then click Next. Setting Item Details Chart Selects the color chart to print. If the color chart you want to print is not displayed in the list, click the Browse button and then select the color chart.
Page 824 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Setting Item Details Color Measurement Preferences Configures the pattern size to print the color charts and the drying settings for the printed color charts. Choose Standard to print at the standard pattern size and dry using the standard setting val- ues.
Page 825 Acquiring Color Measurement Data For Any Color Chart (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Setting Item Details Reduce Drying Time Specify a time that offers sufficient drying by air drying in the Preferences dialog box. If you perform color measurement while the ink is not dry, the measurements may not be correct.
Page 826: Executing Color Check
Executing Color Check (Mac OS X) iPF6400 The Acquire Color Measurement Data dialog box is displayed. Click the Execute button. The color chart is printed and color measurement be- gins. • You can exit the acquire color measurement data operation in the middle by clicking the Cancel button. However, it may take some time to end.
Page 827 Executing Color Check (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Setting the Color Check Threshold Value Double-click the printer you want to execute the color check on in the Printer list. Click the Settings button for Color Check in the Print- er Information dialog box. Enter the color check threshold value in ΔE and click the OK button.
Page 828 Executing Color Check (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Load the paper. (See "Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder.") →P.531 (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") →P.534 • If Adj. Quality has not been executed even once on the paper you are using, execute Adj. Quality in the control panel menu.
Page 829 Executing Color Check (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Color Check button. The Execute Color Check dialog box is displayed. Select Pattern Size. To increase the precision of the color check, we recom- mend that you configure the same settings as when Auto Adjust (High Precision) was executed in color calibration.
Page 830: Registering Execution Logs In Favorites
Registering Execution Logs in Favorites (Mac OS X) iPF6400 • You can exit the color check in the middle by clicking the Cancel button. However, it may take some time to end. Note Check the results. • We recommend that you execute color calibration if the results exceed the threshold values. (See "Executing Color Calibration.") →P.818 Note...
Page 831: Deleting Execution Logs From Favorites
Deleting Execution Logs From Favorites (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Click the Add to Favorites button in the Execution Log Details dialog box. Enter the name in Name. Enter a comment in Com- ment if needed. Click the OK button. Deleting Execution Logs From Favorites Deleting Execution Logs From Favorites You can delete Acquire Color Measurement Data execution logs from the favorites.
Page 832: Saving Execution Logs On The Computer
Saving Execution Logs on the Computer (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Select execution log that you want to delete in Favor- ites and click the Delete from Favorites button. Click the OK button. Saving Execution Logs on the Computer Saving Execution Logs on the Computer You can save Acquire Color Measurement Data execution logs on the computer.
Page 833: Switching Display Units
Switching Display Units (Mac OS X) iPF6400 Switching Display Units Switching Display Units The units displayed in the Color Calibration Management Console can be switched between millimeters and inches. Select Preferences in the imagePROGRAF Color Calibration Management Console menu. Select the display units in the Units sheet in the Prefer- ences dialog box and then click the button.
Page 834 iPF6400 User's Guide...
Page 835: Maintenance And Consumables
iPF6400 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS X Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Color Management Maintenance and Consumables Ink Tanks ..................836 Printheads ..................
Page 836: Ink Tanks
Ink Tanks iPF6400 Ink Tanks Ink Tanks Ink Tanks ....................................836 Replacing Ink Tanks ................................836 Checking Ink Tank Levels ..............................843 When to Replace Ink Tanks .............................. 843 Ink Tanks Ink Tanks When purchasing, check the Model number. Shape Colors Model number Ink Type...
Page 837 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF6400 • Depending on the color, you can also use ink tanks of different capacities. Note Precautions when handling ink tanks Take the following precautions when handling ink tanks. • For safety, keep ink tanks out of the reach of children. •...
Page 838 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF6400 Access the menu for Ink Tank replacement On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to se- lect the Ink tab ( • If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button. Note Press the OK button.
Page 839 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF6400 Press the tip of the Ink Tank Lock Lever of the color for replacement horizontally and lift the Ink Tank Lock Lev- er to open it. Hold the Ink Tank by the grips and remove it. Press the OK button.
Page 840 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF6400 Installing Ink Tanks Before opening the pouch, gently agitate the Ink Tank seven or eight times. Agitate the ink in the Ink Tank by slowly rotating the Ink Tank upside-down and right side up repeatedly. • After installing an ink tank, do not remove and shake it.
Page 841 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF6400 Press the OK button and install the Ink Tank into the holder as shown, with the ink holes facing down. • Ink tanks cannot be installed in the holder if the color or orienta- tion is incorrect. Important If the Ink Tank does not fit in the holder, do not force it in.
Page 842 Replacing Ink Tanks iPF6400 • If a 130 ml (4.4 fl oz) ink tank is installed facing the wrong direction, the rotating part of the Ink Tank Lock Lever come Important out of place. If this happens, open the Ink Tank Lock Lever to return it to the proper position.
Page 843: Checking Ink Tank Levels
Checking Ink Tank Levels iPF6400 Checking Ink Tank Levels Checking Ink Tank Levels On the Display Screen, you can check how much ink is left in the ink tanks. To check remaining Ink Tank levels, access the Tab Selection screen on the Control Panel and press ◀ or ▶ to se- lect the Ink tab ( •...
Page 844 When to Replace Ink Tanks iPF6400 Before print jobs and maintenance that consume a lot of ink If little ink is left, there may not be enough for large-format printing, head cleaning, and maintenance, which require a lot of ink. Replace or prepare to replace the Ink Tank. If a message for ink replacement is shown on the Display Screen When ink runs out, the Message Lamp flashes, a message regarding Ink Tank replacement is shown on the Display Screen, and printing is disabled.
Page 845: Printheads
Printhead iPF6400 Printheads Printheads Printhead ....................................845 Checking for Nozzle Clogging ............................845 Cleaning the Printhead ............................... 846 Replacing the Printhead ..............................847 Printhead Printhead When purchasing, check the Model number. Shape Model number PF-05 • For instructions on replacing the Printhead, see "Replacing the Printhead." →P.847 Note Checking for Nozzle Clogging...
Page 846: Cleaning The Printhead
Clean the Printhead. (See "Cleaning the Printhead.") →P.846 Print a test pattern to check the nozzles. • If you repeat these steps several times but the horizontal lines are still faint or incomplete, contact your Canon dealer. Important Cleaning the Printhead Cleaning the Printhead If printing is faint, cleaning the Printhead may improve results.
Page 847: Replacing The Printhead
If the Display Screen indicates "Open top cover and replace the right printhead." Replace the Printhead on the right side. • If your Canon dealer has advised Printhead replacement Replace the Printhead as directed. Compatible printheads For information on compatible printheads, see "Printhead."...
Page 848 Replacing the Printhead iPF6400 • There may be ink around the nozzles of the Printhead you remove. Handle the Printhead carefully during replacement. The ink may stain clothing. Important • Do not open the Printhead pouch until immediately before installation. After removing the Printhead from the pouch, install it right away.
Page 849 Replacing the Printhead iPF6400 Replace the Printhead Open the Top Cover. Instructions are now shown on the Display Screen regard- ing Printhead replacement. If the Printhead Fixer Cover or Printhead Fixer Lever is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out complete- ly to wipe it clean.
Page 850 Replacing the Printhead iPF6400 • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). Touching these parts may damage them. Important • Never touch the metal contacts of the Carriage. This may damage the printer. Pull the Printhead Fixer Lever forward all the way to open it completely.
Page 851 Replacing the Printhead iPF6400 Remove the Printhead and press the OK button. • Dispose of the used Printhead in accordance with local regulations. Note Holding the new Printhead by the grips (a), remove it from the pouch. • When handling the Printhead, always hold it by the grips (a). Never touch the nozzles (b) or metal contacts (c). This may damage the Printhead and affect printing quality.
Page 852 Replacing the Printhead iPF6400 While firmly holding the Printhead you have removed, use your other hand to remove the orange Protective Part (a). Squeeze the grips (c) of Protective Part (b) and pull it down to remove it. • The inside surface of the Protective Part (a) and Protective Part (b) is coated with ink to protect the nozzles. Be careful not to touch these surfaces when removing the caps.
Page 853 Replacing the Printhead iPF6400 Push the Printhead Fixer Lever toward the back of the printer until it clicks. Close the Top Cover. Ink now fills the system. It takes about 11 minutes for ink to fill the system. • Never remove an Ink Tank while the system is filling with ink. Important •...
Page 854: Maintenance Cartridge
Maintenance Cartridge iPF6400 Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge ............................... 854 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge .......................... 854 Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity ................859 When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge ......................860 Maintenance Cartridge Maintenance Cartridge When purchasing, check the Model number. Shape Model number MC-16...
Page 855 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge iPF6400 If a message is displayed requesting Maintenance Cartridge replacement, you can skip the step Access the menu for Maintenance Cartridge replacement. Follow the instructions in Replace the Maintenance Cartridge. • Do not replace the Maintenance Cartridge during initialization immediately after turning on the printer, during Printhead clean- ing, or when ink is being absorbed.
Page 856 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge iPF6400 Replace the Maintenance Cartridge Open the box of the new Maintenance Cartridge and re- move the plastic bag and packaging material. Holding the handles (a) on both sides, pull out the cartridge. • Never touch the metal contacts (a). Doing so may damage the Maintenance Cartridge.
Page 857 Replacing the Maintenance Cartridge iPF6400 Pull out the used Maintenance Cartridge by the grip (a). Holding the cartridge by the handles (b) on both sides, keep the cartridge level as you remove it. • Used maintenance cartridges are heavy. Always grasp the cartridge firmly and keep the cartridge level during re- moval and storage.
Page 858 Important • In accordance with active and ongoing environmental programs, Canon supports recycling of used maintenance car- tridges. Follow the instructions provided with the new Maintenance Cartridge that describe how to process the used Note Maintenance Cartridge.
Page 859: Checking The Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity
Checking the Remaining Maintenance Cartridge Capacity iPF6400 Hold the Ejection Guide on both sides by the near end. Aligning the Ejection Guide with the guides (a), insert it into the printer until it locks in place. Press the OK button. The Maintenance Cartridge is now initialized.
Page 860: When To Replace The Maintenance Cartridge
When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge iPF6400 When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge When to Replace the Maintenance Cartridge Replace or prepare to replace the Maintenance Cartridge in the following situations. If a message for checking the Maintenance Cartridge is shown on the Display Screen When the Maintenance Cartridge is almost full, the Message Lamp is lit and "The level is low"...
Page 861: Cleaning The Printer
Cleaning the Printer Exterior iPF6400 Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Exterior ............................861 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover ............................861 Cleaning the Paper Retainer ............................. 864 Cleaning the Printhead ............................... 846 Cleaning the Printer Exterior Cleaning the Printer Exterior Clean the printer regularly to maintain better printing quality and help prevent problems.
Page 862 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover iPF6400 • If the Platen inside the Top Cover becomes dirty, it may soil the underside of paper. We recommend cleaning the Platen after borderless printing or printing on small paper. Important • If the Ejection Guide is dirty, it may soil the edge of the paper when the paper is cut. We recommend cleaning the Ejection Guide even if it does not appear dirty, because it may actually be covered with paper dust.
Page 863 Cleaning Inside the Top Cover iPF6400 If paper dust has accumulated in the Vacuum holes (a) on the Platen or in the Borderless Printing Ink Grooves (b), use the Cleaning Brush (c), provided with the printer, to wipe it away. •...
Page 864: Cleaning The Paper Retainer
Cleaning the Paper Retainer iPF6400 • Do not use a dry cloth to wipe inside the Top Cover. This may create a static charge, which may attract dust and affect the printing quality. Important • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). This may stain your hands and damage the printer.
Page 865 Cleaning the Paper Retainer iPF6400 Fold a sheet of Plain Paper two or three times (a) and insert it under the Paper Retainer (b) from behind the printer to wipe the entire surface of the Paper Retainer clean. Attach the Roll Feed Unit. (See "Installing the Roll Feed Unit.") →P.552 Plug the power cord into the outlet.
Page 866: Other Maintenance
Carrying the Printer iPF6400 Other Maintenance Other Maintenance Carrying the Printer ................................866 Preparing to Transfer the Printer ..........................869 Updating the Firmware ............................... 874 Carrying the Printer Carrying the Printer This section describes how to carry the printer or move the printer while mounted on the optional stand mainly within the same building.
Page 867 Carrying the Printer iPF6400 Remove the securing bolts using the Allen wrench. Remove the printer from the Stand and carry the printer. User's Guide...
Page 868 Carrying the Printer iPF6400 • Moving the printer requires at least three people, holding it on both sides and from behind. Be careful to avoid back strain and other injuries. Caution • When moving the printer, firmly grasp the Carrying Handles under each side and in back.
Page 869: Preparing To Transfer The Printer
To protect the internal parts in transit, always follow these steps before transferring the printer to a new location. • Avoid tilting the printer excessively during transit. This may cause ink in the printer to leak and cause stains. If it is necessary to tilt the printer in transit, contact your Canon dealer. Important User's Guide...
Page 870: Remove Paper
If consumables must be replaced, the message "Consumables must be replaced. Call for service." is shown on the Display Screen and preparation is not possible. If this message is displayed, press the OK button and contact Important your Canon dealer for assistance. User's Guide...
Page 871 Preparing to Transfer the Printer iPF6400 Remove the Ink Tank Open the Ink Tank Cover. Lift the ink tank lock levers and remove all ink tanks. Put the ink tanks in a plastic bag and seal it. • Store the ink tanks you removed with the ink holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains.
Page 872 Preparing to Transfer the Printer iPF6400 Close all ink tank lock levers, and then close the Ink Tank Cover. At this point, ink is drawn out from inside the tubes. • Do not remove the Maintenance Cartridge unless a replacement message appears. Removing the Maintenance Cartridge while the ink is bring drawn in may cause the ink to leak out.
Page 873 Preparing to Transfer the Printer iPF6400 Pinch the Belt together, insert it between the Belt Stop- per, and affix the Belt Stopper to the Carriage Shaft. • Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). This may stain your hands and damage the printer. Important •...
Page 874: Updating The Firmware
Updating the Firmware To obtain the latest firmware, visit the Canon website. If the firmware available online is newer than the installed firm- ware, update the printer firmware. For details on downloading and updating the firmware, visit the Canon website.
Page 875: Consumables
iPF6400 Consumables Consumables Ink Tanks ....................................836 Printhead ....................................845 Maintenance Cartridge ............................... 854 User's Guide...
Page 876 iPF6400 User's Guide...
Page 877: Troubleshooting
iPF6400 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS X Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Color Management Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions ............
Page 878: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions iPF6400 Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions This section presents frequently asked questions and answers. To view more detailed explanations, click the hyper- links in the answer column. Question Answer I want to easily create ver- You can print originals that are in landscape (or portrait) orientation automatically enlarged to fit the roll width.
Page 879 Frequently Asked Questions iPF6400 Question Answer I want to perform enlarge- (See "Resizing Originals to Fit the Roll Width.") →P.72 ment printing. (See "Resizing Originals by Entering a Scaling Value.") →P.78 User's Guide...
Page 880: Problems Regarding Paper
Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot) iPF6400 Problems Regarding Paper Problems Regarding Paper Clearing Jammed Paper (Paper Feed Slot) ........................ 880 Clearing Jammed Roll Paper ............................881 Clearing a Jammed Sheet, Fed Manually ........................884 Roll paper cannot be inserted into the paper feed slot ..................887 Cannot load sheets ................................
Page 881: Clearing Jammed Roll Paper
Clearing Jammed Roll Paper iPF6400 Fold an A4 sheet lengthwise four times and insert it through the gap of the Back Cover. Push the scrap out toward the Platen. Remove the scrap when it is pushed out onto the Platen. If any scraps remain inside the paper feed slot, repeat steps 5 and 6.
Page 882 Clearing Jammed Roll Paper iPF6400 Remove the jammed paper. • If paper is jammed inside the Top Cover →User's Guide (HTML) Open the Top Cover and move the Carriage to the side. Clear any jammed paper from inside the Top Cover. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer.
Page 883 Clearing Jammed Roll Paper iPF6400 • Do not move the Carriage over jammed paper. This may damage the Printhead. Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). • Important This may stain your hands and damage the printer. •...
Page 884: Clearing A Jammed Sheet, Fed Manually
Clearing a Jammed Sheet, Fed Manually iPF6400 • If the paper is jammed by the Ejection Guide Remove the jammed paper from the Output Tray. After removing the paper, make sure there are no oth- er scraps of paper in the printer. Press the OK button.
Page 885 Clearing a Jammed Sheet, Fed Manually iPF6400 Open the Top Cover and manually move the Carriage to the side. Clear any jammed paper from inside the Top Cover. After removing the paper, make sure there are no other scraps of paper in the printer. Close the Top Cover.
Page 886 Clearing a Jammed Sheet, Fed Manually iPF6400 • Do not move the Carriage over jammed paper. This may damage the Printhead. Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). • Important This may stain your hands and damage the printer. •...
Page 887: Roll Paper Cannot Be Inserted Into The Paper Feed Slot
Roll paper cannot be inserted into the paper feed slot iPF6400 • If the paper is jammed by the Ejection Guide Remove the jammed paper from the Output Tray. After removing the paper, make sure there are no oth- er scraps of paper in the printer. •...
Page 888: Paper Is Not Cut
Paper is not cut iPF6400 Cause Corrective Action Paper rises by the ends of the cut position before it is Reload the paper correctly. cut. You are using paper that cannot be cut with the Cutter Specify Manual in Cutting Mode in the Control Panel menu and use scissors or a Unit.
Page 889: Printing Does Not Start
The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up iPF6400 Printing does not start Printing does not start The Data lamp on the Control Panel does not light up ..................889 The printer does not respond even if print jobs are sent ................... 889 Ink Filling..
Page 890: The Printer Stops During A Print Job
(See "Checking for Nozzle Clogging.") →P.845 A print job was received from an incom- Use the correct imagePROGRAF printer driver for the printer and try printing again. patible printer driver. The printer is damaged. Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. User's Guide...
Page 891: Problems With The Printing Quality
Printing is faint iPF6400 Problems with the printing quality Problems with the printing quality Printing is faint ..................................891 Paper rubs against the printhead ..........................892 The edges of the paper are dirty ........................... 892 The surface of the paper is dirty ........................... 893 The back side of the paper is dirty ..........................
Page 892: Paper Rubs Against The Printhead
→P.735 You are printing on heavyweight paper or When printing on Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper or other paper-based media, choose a paper that curls or wrinkles easily after ab- VacuumStrngth setting of Strong or Strongest in the Control Panel menu. If rubbing still oc- sorbing ink.
Page 893: The Surface Of The Paper Is Dirty
→P.735 You are printing on heavyweight paper or pa- When printing on Canon Heavyweight Coated Paper or other paper-based media, choose a per that curls or wrinkles easily after absorb- VacuumStrngth setting of Strong or Strongest in the Control Panel menu. If rubbing still oc- ing ink.
Page 894: Immediately After Borderless Printing, The Trailing Edge Margin Is Soiled During Regular Printing
Immediately after borderless printing, the trailing edge margin is soiled during regular printing iPF6400 Immediately after borderless printing, the trailing edge margin is soiled during regular printing Immediately after borderless printing, the trailing edge margin is soiled during regular printing Cause Corrective Action Depending on your printing environment, after border-...
Page 895: Colors In Printed Images Are Uneven
Density may be uneven if you use Glossy Pa- In Advanced Settings of the printer driver, choose Highest quality or High in Print Quality. per or Canon Coated Paper. The type of paper specified in the printer driv- Load paper of the same type as you have specified in the printer driver.
Page 896: Image Edges Are Blurred Or White Banding Occurs
Image edges are blurred or white banding occurs iPF6400 Cause Corrective Action Colors may be uneven at the trailing edge For heavyweight sheets or similar paper, execute Adj Far Ed Feed with the Front Tray Guides when you print on heavyweight sheets even if raised.
Page 897 Setting the Blue Switch on the Platen iPF6400 Open the Top Cover. Remove the Cleaning Brush (a). Using the back of the Cleaning Brush, move the first Switch to the side opposite ●. User's Guide...
Page 898 Setting the Blue Switch on the Platen iPF6400 Refer to the following table to confirm the number on the Platen (a) that corresponds to the size of paper for printing. Number Dimensions Paper Size 254 mm (10 in) or 257 mm 10"x12", 8"x10", or JIS B4 355 mm (14 in) 14"x17"...
Page 899: The Contrast Becomes Uneven During Printing
The contrast becomes uneven during printing iPF6400 Close the Top Cover. The contrast becomes uneven during printing The contrast becomes uneven during printing Cause Corrective Action The paper feed amount is out of adjustment. Adjust the feed amount. (See "Adjusting the Feed Amount.") →P.737 The type of paper specified in the printer driver Load paper of the same type as you have specified in the printer driver.
Page 900: Documents Are Printed In Monochrome
Documents are printed in monochrome iPF6400 Documents are printed in monochrome Documents are printed in monochrome Cause Corrective Action In the Advanced Settings of the printer driver, Mono- In the Advanced Settings of the printer driver, specify Color in Color Mode and try chrome or Monochrome (Photo), is specified in Color printing again.
Page 901: Borders Appear During Borderless Printing
Borders appear during borderless printing iPF6400 Cause Corrective Action The type of paper specified in the printer Press the Stop button and stop printing. driver does not match the type loaded in Change the type of paper in the printer driver and try printing again. the printer.
Page 902: Cannot Print Over A Network
Cannot connect the printer to the network iPF6400 Cannot print over a network Cannot print over a network Cannot connect the printer to the network ......................902 Cannot print over a TCP/IP network ..........................902 Cannot print over a NetWare network ......................... 902 Cannot print over AppleTalk or Bonjour networks ....................
Page 903: Cannot Print Over Appletalk Or Bonjour Networks
Cannot print over AppleTalk or Bonjour networks iPF6400 Cause Corrective Action The NetWare server and services Make sure there is enough free disk space on the NetWare file server. Insufficient disk space may are not configured correctly. prevent you from processing large print jobs. Start NWADMIN or PCONSOLE and confirm that the print service is configured correctly and the print queue is available.
Page 904: Installation Problems
The following instructions are for Windows XP. The method of removing printer drivers varies depending on the version of Windows. Note From the Windows start menu, select Programs > Canon Printer Uninstaller > imagePROGRAF Printer Driver Uninstaller to display the Delete Printer window. Select the printer in the list and click Delete.
Page 905 Removing Installed Printer Drivers iPF6400 From the Windows start menu, select Programs > imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility > Uninstaller (im- agePROGRAF Device Setup Utility) to start the wizard. In the wizard window, click Delete, and then click Next. Follow the instructions on the screen to remove imagePROGRAF Device Setup Utility. User's Guide...
Page 906: Other Problems
After the printer is turned on • After data transmission • After ink tank replacement In other cases, contact your Canon dealer. Messages advising to check the maintenance cartridge are not cleared Messages advising to check the maintenance cartridge are not cleared Cause Corrective Action...
Page 907: Ink Level Detection
Printing with the ink level detection canceled may lead to printer damage and printing problems. Canon Inc. is not liable for any damage that may occur as a result of refilling ink.
Page 908 Ink Level Detection iPF6400 A confirmation message is shown on the Display Screen about releasing ink level detection. After checking the message, press the ▶ button. After checking the message, press the ▶ button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Check the message and press the ▶...
Page 909 Ink Level Detection iPF6400 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. A confirmation message about updating ink information is shown on the Display Screen. After checking the message, press the ▶ button. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Ink level detection is now released.
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Page 911: Error Message
iPF6400 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS X Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Color Management Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message Error Messages ................
Page 912: Error Messages
iPF6400 Error Messages Error Messages Before borderless printing, move the blue platen switch..................926 Blue platen switch is dirty..............................927 Borderless printng not possible............................921 Calibration There is a problem with the multi-sensor................... 932 Cannot adjust paper feed..............................927 Cannot adjust printhead.
Page 913 iPF6400 Please commn calibrt using above paper........................926 Please execute common calibration..........................926 Prepare for parts replacement............................932 Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected. Check ink tank........... 923 Roll feed unit error................................918 Roll paper is not securely in contact with roll holder.
Page 914: Messages Regarding Paper
Paper mismatch iPF6400 Messages regarding paper Messages regarding paper Paper mismatch ..................................914 MediaType Mismatch ................................914 The paper is too small................................. 915 The paper is too small................................. 915 PaprWidth Mismatch ................................916 Paper size not detected..............................916 Insufficient paper for job ..............................
Page 915: The Paper Is Too Small
The paper is too small. iPF6400 Cause Corrective Action When Detect Mismatch in the Control Panel menu is Replace the loaded paper with paper of the type and size you have specified in set to Pause, the type of paper loaded does not match the printer driver.
Page 916: Paprwidth Mismatch
PaprWidth Mismatch iPF6400 PaprWidth Mismatch PaprWidth Mismatch Cause Corrective Action When Detect Mismatch in the Control Panel menu is set to Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print, and then press the OK button to resume printing. Pause, the width of the loaded roll does not match the width However, note that this error may cause paper jams and affect the printing qual- specified in Fit Roll Paper Width in the printer driver.
Page 917: This Paper Cannot Be Used
This paper cannot be used. iPF6400 Cause Corrective Action The printer has received a print job longer than the amount of roll paper left when Press ▲ or ▼ and select Stop Printing or press the ManageRemainRoll in the Control Panel menu is On. Stop button to stop printing.
Page 918: Roll Feed Unit Error
Turn off the printer, remove the Roll Feed Unit momentarily, and then reinstall it. (See "Removing the Roll Feed Unit.") →P.551 (See "Installing the Roll Feed Unit.") →P.552 If the message is displayed again despite these measures, contact your Canon dealer for assistance. No Roll Unit. No Roll Unit. Cause Corrective Action The printer has received a print job, but the Roll Feed Unit is not installed.
Page 919: Paper Jam
Paper jam. iPF6400 Cause Corrective Action The Paper Feed Slot used to load the Load the paper in the Paper Feed Slot specified in the printer driver. sheet is different from the Paper Feed Slot The printer will resume printing. specified in Paper Source in the printer Change the printer driver Paper Source setting to match the Paper Feed Slot where the sheet is driver.
Page 920: Cannot Detect Papr
Cannot detect papr iPF6400 Cannot detect papr Cannot detect papr Cause Corrective Action The printer could not detect the paper. Reload the paper as follows. Remove the paper and press the OK button. Reload the paper. (See "Loading Sheets in the Feed Slot.") →P.554 (See "Loading Rolls in the Printer.") →P.534...
Page 921: End Of Paper Feed
End of paper feed. iPF6400 Cause Corrective Action In other cases, the Cutter Unit Contact your Canon dealer for assistance. may be damaged. End of paper feed. End of paper feed. Cause Corrective Action Although an attempt was made to advance the paper manually, it reached the limit position Canceling manual advancing.
Page 922: Roll Paper Is Not Securely In Contact With Roll Holder
Roll paper is not securely in contact with roll holder. iPF6400 Cause Corrective Action The paper is loaded askew. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Print With Border, and then press the OK button to continue printing. The document will be printed with a border. Press ▲...
Page 923: Messages Regarding Ink
Ink insufficient. iPF6400 Messages regarding ink Messages regarding ink Ink insufficient..................................923 No ink left....................................923 Remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected. Check ink tank........... 923 Cannot detect ink level correctly. Close tank cover....................923 Close Ink Tank Cover ................................
Page 924: Ink Tank Is Empty
Ink tank is empty. iPF6400 Ink tank is empty. Ink tank is empty. Cause Corrective Action There is no ink left in an ink tank. Open the Ink Tank Cover, and replace the Ink Tank for the There are no ink colors with × displayed above the remaining ink indicator in color that is out of ink.
Page 925: Messages Regarding Printing Or Adjustment
Cannot execute this command. Use other paper. iPF6400 Messages regarding printing or adjustment Messages regarding printing or adjustment Cannot execute this command. Use other paper....................925 Cannot print as specified..............................925 Cannot adjust printhead..............................928 Cannot calibrate..................................925 Excessive temperature or humidity.
Page 926: Excessive Temperature Or Humidity
Excessive temperature or humidity. iPF6400 Excessive temperature or humidity. Excessive temperature or humidity. Cause Corrective Action The temperature or humidity where the Press ▲ or ▼ to select Stop, and then press the OK button to stop printing. printer is installed is out of the acceptable Use the printer under suitable environmental conditions.
Page 927: Blue Platen Switch Is Dirty
Blue platen switch is dirty. iPF6400 Blue platen switch is dirty. Blue platen switch is dirty. Cause Corrective Action The blue Switch on the platen is dirty. Open the Top Cover and clean the blue Switch on the platen. (See "Cleaning Inside the Top Cover.") →P.861 Move the blue platen switch No.xx to the right.
Page 928: Messages Regarding Printheads
Cannot adjust printhead. iPF6400 Messages regarding printheads Messages regarding printheads Cannot adjust printhead..............................928 PHeads: wrong pos................................928 Wrong x printhead. (x is L, R, or not displayed) ....................... 928 x printhead error (x is L, R, or not displayed) ......................928 Cannot recognize print head x.
Page 929: Cannot Recognize Print Head X. (X Is L, R, Or Not Displayed)
Cannot recognize print head x. (x is L, R, or not displayed) iPF6400 Cannot recognize print head x. (x is L, R, or not displayed) Cannot recognize print head x. (x is L, R, or not displayed) Cause Corrective Action No Printhead is installed.
Page 930: Messages Regarding The Maintenance Cartridge
No maintenance cartridge. iPF6400 Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge No maintenance cartridge..............................930 Wrong maintenance cartridge............................930 Maint. cart. The level is low ............................... 930 No Maintenance Cartridge capacity..........................930 Maintenance cartridge full..............................930 Maintenance cartridge problem.
Page 931: Other Messages
Cause Corrective Action An error requiring service may have occurred. Write down the error code and message, turn off the printer, and contact your Canon dealer for assistance. Hardware error. xxxxxxxx-xxxx (x represents a letter or number) Hardware error. xxxxxxxx-xxxx (x represents a letter or number)
Page 932: Prepare For Parts Replacement
Calibration There is a problem with the multi-sensor. Cause Corrective Action The performance of a sensor inside the printer may be im- Press the OK button and cancel calibration. Contact your Canon dealer for assis- paired. tance. Multi-sensor error Multi-sensor error...
Page 933: Specifications
iPF6400 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS X Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Color Management Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message Specifications Printer Specifications ..............
Page 934: Printer Specifications
Specifications iPF6400 Printer Specifications Printer Specifications Specifications ..................................934 Print Area ....................................936 Specifications Specifications • The following values may vary depending on the operating environment. Important Printer Power supply 100–240 V AC (50/60 Hz) Power consumption During operation 100 W max. 100–120 V: 5 W max.
Page 935 IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX/Auto-Negotiation, IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T/Auto-Negotiation, IEEE 802.3x Full Duplex Protocols IPX/SPX (Netware 4.2, 5.1, 6.0), SNMP (Canon-MIB compatible), HTTP, TCP/IP (IPv4/IPv6), AppleTalk For information on the ink the printer supports, see "Ink Tanks." →P.836 Paper For information on the types of paper the printer supports, refer to the Paper Reference Guide. (See Paper Reference Guide .)
Page 936: Print Area
Print Area iPF6400 Print Area Print Area A margin required by the printer is added with respect to the size of paper loaded in the printer. Except in borderless printing, the actual printing area corresponds to the paper size minus the space for this margin. Printable Area Recommended Print Area Top Edge...
Page 937 Print Area iPF6400 • Printable area: The area that can be printed. • Guaranteed Print Area: We recommend printing within this area. Note • To print so that your original matches the print area exactly, use an oversized paper size that includes the required margin. (See "Printing on Oversize Paper.") →P.84 •...
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Page 939: Appendix
iPF6400 User's Guide Basic Printing Workflow Enhanced Printing Options Windows Software Mac OS X Software Handling and Use of Paper Control Panel Printer Parts Network Setting Print Job Management Adjustments for Better Print Quality Color Management Maintenance and Consumables Troubleshooting Error Message Specifications Appendix...
Page 940: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions iPF6400 Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Safety Precautions ................................940 Legal Notices ................................... 942 Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Follow the warnings and precautions below to use the printer safely. Do not perform any operations or procedures oth- er than as described in this manual. Doing so may result in unexpected accidents and can cause a fire or electrical shocks.
Page 941: In An Emergency
Safety Precautions iPF6400 In an Emergency • If the printer emits smoke or strange odors, continuing to use the printer may cause a fire or electrical shock. Switch the printer off immediately and remove the power plug from the power outlet. Contact the nearest service center. Warning Cleaning the Printer •...
Page 942: Legal Notices
Legal Notices Legal Notices FCC Regulations (U.S.A) Canon Large Format Printer iPF6400 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This de- vice may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interfer- ence that may cause undesired operation.
Page 943 See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for detail. Trademarks • Canon, the Canon logo, and imagePROGRAF are trademarks or registered trademarks of CANON INC. • Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation, registered in the U.S. and other countries. Macintosh is trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Page 944: Manuals For This Printer
Manuals for this printer iPF6400 Manuals for this printer Manuals for this printer Manuals for this printer ..............................944 About This User Manual ..............................944 Manuals for this printer Manuals for this printer This printer has the following manuals. Name Contents Medium Setup Guide...
Page 945 About This User Manual iPF6400 • Cross-reference Other pages or manuals that provide related information are indicated as follows in this user manual. Cross-reference in the same user manual Example: see "Turning the Printer On and Off." →P.21 Click the link to jump to the corresponding page. Cross-reference in related manuals Example: See the Paper Reference Guide .
Page 946: How To Use This Manual
Viewing Videos of Explanations iPF6400 How to use this manual How to use this manual Viewing Videos of Explanations ............................946 Searching Topics ................................... 946 HTML Version of the Manual for Printing ........................948 Viewing Videos of Explanations Viewing Videos of Explanations To view videos related to topic pages, click the View Video button.
Page 947 Searching Topics iPF6400 Click a topic you want to read. The terms you searched for will be highlighted in the topic. To review multiple topics at once, select the check box of desired topics and click the Apply button. User's Guide...
Page 948: Html Version Of The Manual For Printing
HTML Version of the Manual for Printing iPF6400 HTML Version of the Manual for Printing HTML Version of the Manual for Printing You can select a group of topics in the table of contents or individual topics in this manual for printing. The following procedure describes how to do this, using the information in Basic Printing Workflow as an example.
Page 949 HTML Version of the Manual for Printing iPF6400 The topics in Basic Printing Workflow are displayed together in HTML format, ready for printing. Clear the sections you will not print and click the Apply button. User's Guide...
Page 950 HTML Version of the Manual for Printing iPF6400 Printing a group of individual topics in the manual When you access printable HTML versions from subtitles in the table of contents, you can specify a group of topics to print. Click a section title in the table of contents. Here, Basic Printing Workflow is used as an example.
Page 951 HTML Version of the Manual for Printing iPF6400 The topics in Printing Procedure are displayed togeth- er in HTML format, ready for printing. Clear the topics you will not print and click the Apply button. User's Guide...
Page 952 HTML Version of the Manual for Printing iPF6400 Printing selected topics Print selected topics as follows. Access the printing dialog box as follows, depending on your computer's operating system. • Windows In Windows, right-click anywhere in the explanation area except on a figure or a link.In the shortcut menu, click Print to display the Print dialog box.
Page 953 HTML Version of the Manual for Printing iPF6400 Specify conditions as needed, and then click Print (Windows) or Print (Macintosh). • Windows • Macintosh • To print only individual topics that are displayed, use this method. Note User's Guide...
Page 954: Disposal Of The Product
WEEE Directive iPF6400 Disposal of the product Disposal of the product WEEE Directive WEEE Directive User's Guide...
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Page 963 Index Main Sheet ............. 184, 262, 469 Maintenance Cartridge ........ 854, 859, 860, 930 Accounting ........... 712, 713, 716, 717, 721 Menu Operations ............639, 640 Additional Settings Pane ............382 Menu Structure ..............643 Adjusting the Color in the Printer Driver ....... 54 Adjusting the Vacuum Strength ...........
Page 964 Watermark ..............160, 161 When to Replace Ink Tanks ..........843...
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