Canon BJC2100 User manual

Category
Photo printers
Type
User manual

Canon BJC2100 is an exceptional color printer, designed to provide you with stunning results and a wide range of printing capabilities. With its advanced features, you can effortlessly produce high-quality prints for both personal and professional use.

One of the key strengths of the Canon BJC2100 is its exceptional print quality. Utilizing Canon's renowned Bubble Jet technology, this printer delivers sharp, vibrant, and true-to-life colors, ensuring that your prints are always impressive. Whether you're printing photos, graphics, or text documents, you can expect professional-looking results.

Canon BJC2100 is an exceptional color printer, designed to provide you with stunning results and a wide range of printing capabilities. With its advanced features, you can effortlessly produce high-quality prints for both personal and professional use.

One of the key strengths of the Canon BJC2100 is its exceptional print quality. Utilizing Canon's renowned Bubble Jet technology, this printer delivers sharp, vibrant, and true-to-life colors, ensuring that your prints are always impressive. Whether you're printing photos, graphics, or text documents, you can expect professional-looking results.

BJC-2100
USER
MANUAL
Canon
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2Contents
Contents
Introduction
Welcome
Printer Documentation
How to Use This Manual
Copyright
Disclaimer
Trademarks
FCC Regulations
Canadian Radio Interference Regulations
Safety Precautions
Basic Printing Procedures
Examining the Printer
Printing Your Document
Loading Plain Paper
Paper Handling
Paper and Other Print Media
Notes on Handling Print Media
Setting the Paper Thickness Lever
High Resolution Paper
Transparencies
Back Print Film
Glossy Photo Paper
High Gloss Film
Glossy Photo Cards
Banner Paper
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3Contents
T-Shirt Transfer
Envelopes
Printing Photographs
Using BJ Cartridges
Types of BJ Cartridges
BJ Cartridge Guidelines
Replacing Ink Tanks
Replacing the BJ Cartridge
Using the Windows Printer Driver
Printer Driver Basics
Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box
Selecting the Print Mode
Setting the Page Size
Confirming the Paper Feed
Using Online Help
Closing the Printer Properties Dialog Box
Using the Macintosh Printer Driver
Printer Driver Basics
Selecting a Printer Driver
Changing the Page Setup Dialog Box Settings
Changing the Print Dialog Box Settings
Using Balloon Help
Using Background Printing
Using the Printer With a Network
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Maintaining the Printer
Cleaning the Printer
Printing a Nozzle Check Pattern
Cleaning the Print Head
Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers
Transporting the Printer
Troubleshooting
Printout Is Unsatisfactory
Printer Does Not Start or Stops Mid-job
Paper Jams or Does Not Feed
An Error Message Appears
Other Problems
Before You Call for Help
Getting Help From Canon
Specifications
Printing Specifications
Printing Area
Using the Optional IS-22 Color Image Scanner Cartridge
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5Introduction
Introduction
Welcome
Printer Documentation
How to Use This Manual
Copyright
Disclaimer
Trademarks
FCC Regulations
Canadian Radio Interference Regulations
Safety Precautions
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6Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for purchasing the BJC-2100 Series Color Bubble Jet Printer.
Printer Documentation
The documentation for your printer consists of these items:
Quick Start Guide
Shows you how to set up the printer and prepare it for operation according to your computer
system. You may also need your computer manual for reference during setup.
User’s Manual (this manual)
Shows you everything you need to know about using the printer efficiently and safely. A
detailed troubleshooting section provides step-by-step guidance for identifying and solving
printing problems.
This
User’s Manual
provides complete explanations of the features and functions of the
printer. To maximize the life of your printer, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself fully with
all of its functions.
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Printer Documentation
Conventions
This
User’s Manual
uses the following symbols to indicate important information. Always
observe the instructions indicated by these symbols.
Cautions alert you to ways to avoid injury to yourself, damage to the
printer, or the loss of valuable data.
Notes provide advice, tips, and suggestions that are intended to help you
work more efficiently with the printer.
This arrow and blue text indicate a link to where you can find more
information about the current subject.
This manual uses the following symbols depending on the computer system you are using.
Always observe the instructions indicated by these symbols.
Indicates information for Windows
®
2000, Windows 98, Windows 95, and
Windows NT users only.
Indicates information for iMac
TM
and Power Macintosh
®
G3 and G4 users
only.
Throughout this guide the names Microsoft
®
Windows
®
2000, Microsoft Windows 98,
Microsoft Windows 95, and Microsoft Windows NT4.0, are abbreviated, respectively, as
Windows 2000, Windows 98, Windows 95, and Windows NT.
Note
Caution
Windows
Macintosh
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8Introduction
How to Use This Manual
To view this
User’s Manual
, please use Acrobat Reader 4.0, which is included on your
CD-ROM, or a later version of Acrobat Reader.
Use this button when you wish to
enlarge the screen you are viewing.
Select this button in the tool bar, and
then click within the screen of the
User’s Manual.
Use this button to display the
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Manual.
Use this button to
return to the page
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previously. This
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How to Use This Manual
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User’s Manual
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Click the desired item to jump to the topic.
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10Introduction
Copyright
This manual is copyrighted by Canon Computer Systems, Inc. (CCSI)
with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not
be reproduced in any form, in whole or part, without the prior written
consent of CCSI.
© 2000 Canon Computer Systems, Inc.
Disclaimer
Canon Computer Systems, Inc. has reviewed this manual thoroughly in
order to make it an easy to use guide for your Canon BJC-2100 Series
Color Bubble Jet Printer. All statements, technical information, and
recommendations in this guide and in any guides or related documents are
believed reliable, but the accuracy and completeness thereof are not
guaranteed or warranted, and they are not intended to be, nor should they
be understood to be, representations or warranties concerning the
products described.
Your printer and the software media included with your printer have been
sold to you subject to the limited warranties set forth in the warranty card
and license agreement enclosed with the respective products. All software
is licensed AS IS, as described in the license agreement enclosed with the
software media. Further, CCSI reserves the right to make changes in the
specications of the products described in this guide at any time without
notice and without obligation to notify any person of such changes.
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Trademarks
Canon, BCI, BJ, and Bubble Jet are trademarks, and SelectExchange is a service mark of
Canon Inc. Print Planet is a service mark of Canon Computer Systems, Inc.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and
other countries.
Mac and the Mac logo are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and
other countries. All other product and brand names are trademarks or service marks of their
respective owners.
E
NERGY
S
TAR
®
COMPLIANT
As an E
NERGY
S
TAR
®
Partner, Canon U.S.A., Inc. has determined that this product meets the
E
NERGY
S
TAR
®
guidelines for energy efciency.
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FCC Regulations
Color Bubble Jet Printer, Model BJC-2100
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modications to the equipment unless otherwise specied in
the manual. If such changes or modications should be made, you could be required to
stop operation of the equipment.
Canadian Radio Interference Regulations
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled Digital
Apparatus, ICES-003 of the Industry and Science Canada.
Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux
appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur:
Appareils Numériques, NMB-003 édictée par lIndustrie et Sciences Canada.
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Safety Precautions
Please read the safety warnings provided in this manual to ensure that you use the printer
safely. Do not attempt to use the printer in any way not described in this manual as this
could result in unforeseen printer faults or cause a re or electric shock.
Printer Location
Power Supply and Power Cord
Cleaning and Maintaining the Printer
Working Around the Printer
BJ
®
Cartridges and Ink Tanks
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Safety Precautions
Printer Location
Do not place the printer close to ammable solvents such as
alcohol or thinners. If ammable solvents come in contact with
electrical components inside the printer, such substances could
cause a re or electric shock.
Do not use ammable sprays near the printer. Gases in the spray
could cause a re or electric shock if they come in contact with
electrical components inside the printer.
Do not install the printer in a location that is unstable or subject to
excessive vibration. The printer could tip over or fall and cause
injury.
Do not install the printer in locations that are very humid or dusty,
in direct sunlight, or close to a heating appliance or replace. To
avoid the risk of res or electric shocks, install the printer in a
location with an ambient temperature range of 41 to 95°F
(5 to 35°C) and humidity of 10 to 90% (condensation free).
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Safety Precautions
Do not place the printer on a thick rug or carpet. Fibers or dust
entering the printer could cause a re.
Keep the power outlet for the printer free of all obstacles so you
can unplug the power cord at any time. Such obstacles could
prevent you from unplugging the printer when a printer fault occurs
and cause a re or electric shock.
When you are carrying the printer, always use both hands and hold
the printer by both ends. When you are moving the printer to
another location, keep it stable so that you do not drop it and cause
injury.
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Safety Precautions
Power Supply and Power Cord
The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Do not attempt to plug the power cord into the power outlet or
unplug the power cord when your hands are wet. This could cause
an electric shock.
Always push the plug all the way into the power outlet. A loose or
poorly inserted plug could cause a re or electric shock.
Do not damage, modify, stretch or excessively bend or twist the
power cord. Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. Power
leaking from a damaged power cord could cause a re or electric
shock.
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Safety Precautions
Do not use the printer while the power cord is bundled or knotted.
This could cause a re or electric shock.
If you detect smoke, unusual smells or strange noises around the
printer, immediately unplug the power cord. Continuing to use the
printer in these circumstances could cause a re or electric shock.
Call the Canon Customer Care Center.
Getting Help From Canon
Always grasp the plug when you unplug the power cord.
Unplugging the power cord by pulling on the cord can damage the
cord and cause a re or electric shock.
Do not use a power supply voltage other than that supplied in the
country of purchase. Using incorrect voltage could cause re or
electric shock. The correct power supply voltage and frequency is
as follows:
USA/Canada: AC 120V, 60Hz
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Safety Precautions
Cleaning and Maintaining the Printer
Use a damp cloth to clean the printer. Do not use ammable
solvents such as alcohol, benzene or thinners. If ammable
solvents come in contact with electrical components inside the
printer, such substances could cause a re or electric shock.
Always unplug the printer from the power outlet when you are
cleaning the printer. If you mistakenly plug in the printer while
cleaning it, you could touch moving internal printer components
and suffer injury.
Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the printer. There are no
user serviceable parts inside the printer. The printer contains high-
voltage components that could cause a re or electric shock. Never
attempt any maintenance procedure other than the ones described
in this guide.
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Canon BJC2100 User manual

Category
Photo printers
Type
User manual

Canon BJC2100 is an exceptional color printer, designed to provide you with stunning results and a wide range of printing capabilities. With its advanced features, you can effortlessly produce high-quality prints for both personal and professional use.

One of the key strengths of the Canon BJC2100 is its exceptional print quality. Utilizing Canon's renowned Bubble Jet technology, this printer delivers sharp, vibrant, and true-to-life colors, ensuring that your prints are always impressive. Whether you're printing photos, graphics, or text documents, you can expect professional-looking results.

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