Canon BJ-20 User manual

BJ-20

USER’S

MANUAL

Canon

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction

How to Use This Manual

Features

Precautions

Chapter 2 Getting Started

Identifying the Parts

Checking the Package Contents

Installing the BJ Cartridge

Connecting to an AC Outlet

Cleaning the Print Head

Testing the Printer

Connecting to Your Personal Computer

Setting of Your Software for the BJ-20

Testing the Whole System

Additional Information

Installing the Battery Pack (Optional)

Checklist for Routine Operation

Traveling with the Printer

Chapter 3 Paper

Handling Paper

Paper Requirements

Loading Standard Paper

Loading Envelopes, Transparencies, or Thick Paper

Using the Auto Sheet Feeder

Installing the Feeder

Loading Standard Paper

Loading Envelopes, Transparencies, or Thick Paper

Chapter 4 Printer Settings

Changing the Printer Settings

From the Control Panel

From Your Software

From the DIP Switches

Choosing Between Print Quality and Speed

Selecting High Speed

Selecting High Quality

Selecting Printer Emulation

From the Control Panel

From the DIP Switches

Printing Text

Selecting National Character Set

Changing Character Pitch

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Appendix A: Printer Control Codes Summary

Appendix B: Code Pages and Character Sets

Appendix C: Default Settings

Appendix D: Options and Supplies

Appendix E: Specifications

Glossary

Index

Trademark Notice:

EPSON LQ5 1 t) is a trademark of Epson America, Inc.

Changing Print Style

Using Fonts

Miscellaneous Printer Settings

Doing a Hexadecimal Dump

Chapter 5 Printer Control Codes

Main Control Codes

In BJ-l0e Mode

In LQ Mode

Chapter 6 Maintenance

Recharging the Battery Pack

Replacing the BJ Cartridge

Cleaning the Print Head

Cleaning the Printer Cabinet

Storing and Transporting the

Printer

Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

Errors Displayed Via Indicators

Diagnosis Chart

Low Battery

Errors Not Displayed Via Any Indicator

Incorrect Paper Feed

Poor Print Quality

Incorrect Printing

Paper Jams

Paper Fed from the Top Cover

Paper Fed from the Bottom Slot

Paper Fed from the ASF

This manual is provided for information purposes only. All information

included herein is subject to change without notice. Canon is not responsible

for any damages, direct or indirect, arising from or related to use of this

manual.

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IBM PC and Proprinter X24E are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.

Lotus 1-2-3 is a trademark of the Lotus Development Corporation.

WordPerfect is a trademark of WordPerfect Corporation.

Professional Write and PFS: First Choice are trademarks of Software Publishing Corporation.

Multi Mate Advantage II is a trademark of Borland International, Inc.

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How to Use This Manual

This manual describes how to set up and operate the BJ-20, a portable printer from

Canon.

Chapter 2 is recommended for all users. It provides step-by-step instructions on

setting up the BJ-20 for basic printing. When you finish this chapter, you should be

able to begin your productive work. If any printer problems occur, see the

"Troubleshooting" section.

The rest of the manual can be used in any order. As you gain experience you can read

the appropriate topic to customize the printer to your particular needs.

The overview diagrams on pages 10 to 13 contain page indications for quick retrieval

of information.

If you need to travel with the printer, see page 38.

Features

The BJ-20 is a portable printer designed around Canon's proprietary bubble-jet

printing technology. Amongst others, it has the following major features:

Portable

The BJ-20 fits easily into a briefcase. The rechargeable battery pack (optional)

extends your ability to use it where AC power is not accessible.

Low Noise Level

With noise level as low as 45 decibels (dBA), the BJ-20 allows you to print even in

an open-office environment.

Chapter 1 Introduction

Conventions

The following symbols are used in this manual to help you operate the printer

correctly and safely.

Caution Means serious damage may occur to your hardware or software.

Note Gives useful advice or suggestions to raise the performance or

reliability of your hardware and software.

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Laser Printer-like Print Quality

The 360-dpi resolution gives you output quality of a laser printer - but at a much

lower cost. This means bringing presentation output capability on the road.

Easy Maintenance

The BJ cartridge contains both ink and a print head. When the ink runs out, simply

replace the whole cartridge with a new one.

Flexible Control

You can control the BJ-20 from the control panel, the DIP switches, or your

software programs.

Precautions

On electricity

Use an appropriate power supply voltage and

frequency. (Since the AC adapter is intended to be

used only for local power supply, it cannot be

used in overseas.)

USA/Canadian

model:

UK/Australian model:

European model:

AC 120 V 60

Hz

AC 240 V 50

Hz

AC 230 V 50

Hz

Use only the AC adapter provided. Using other

AC adapters will cause damage to the printer. (in

case of trouble such as smoke, odd smells, or

noise, disconnect the adapter from the outlet, do

not place obstacles in front of the outlet.

Do not unplug the power cable to turn off the

printer. The print head will not be properly

capped.

After turning the power off, always wait for 4

seconds or more before turning it back on again.

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On operating environments

Operate the printer only in the following

environments:

Operating

temperature:

5°C to 35°C

(41°F to 95°F)

Relative humidity: 10% to 90% RH

(no

condensation)

Place the printer on a level surface.

If the printer is placed near a window, use a blind

or curtain to protect the printer from direct

sunlight.

Do not leave the printer in a vehicle because the

temperature can suddenly rise.

Do not install the printer near devices which

contain magnets or generate magnetic fields.

Do not subject the printer to strong physical shock

or vibration.

Keep the printer clean. Accumulation of dust can

prevent the printer from operating properly.

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prevent

the

printer

from

operating

properly.

Do not place objects on top of the printer.

Do not remove the BJ cartridge from the printer

until it has to be replaced. The print head will dry

out if continually exposed to the air.

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Identifying the Parts

Front

Inside

Chapter

2

Getting

Started

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Control Panel

Rear

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Checking the Package Contents

Make sure the following items are in the package:

Notes

AC adapter may differ, depending on the country of purchase.

Read the BJ cartridge instruction sheet together with this manual.

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Installing the BJ Cartridge

The BJ cartridge contains ink and a print head for printing. Each

cartridge can print about 700,000 characters approximately.

Before using a new BJ cartridge, perform the head cleaning

operation first, otherwise, it may print poorly or not print at all.

(For details, see page 21 on "Cleaning the Print Head")

1

Prepare the cartridge by the following the instruction sheet that comes with it.

2

Open the top cover, then the paper cover.

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3

Lift the lock lever on the carriage.

4

Fit the BJ cartridge slot over the bright yellow mounting base.

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5

Push the lock lever down to lock the cartridge in place.

6

Close the paper cover.

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Connecting to an AC Outlet

Before you start, check the voltage and frequency of the power source

match the indication on the AC adapter label.

1

Connect the AC adapter cable to the printer.

2

Plug the adapter into a properly grounded AC outlet. The carriage moves

and the print head is recapped automatically.

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Cautions

Use only the supplied AC adapter. If, however, you plan to operate the

printer in another country, check the voltage of the country and , if

necessary, obtain the appropriate AC adapter (with the correct voltage)

from a Canon authorized dealer in that country.

The supplied AC adapter is intended for indoor use only.

To avoid causing a short circuit, do not attach any metallic object to

the connector on the AC adapter when the adapter is plugged into an

electrical outlet.

Always turn off the printer when it is not in use.

Before unplugging the adapter, always turn off the printer first;

otherwise the print head cannot be recapped correctly. If such mistake

occurs, plug the adapter back into the AC outlet, then turn the printer

on and off. Finally, unplug the adapter.

Whenever the AC adapter is plugged into an electrical outlet, current

flows inside the adapter. Therefore, unplug the adapter if the printer is

not used for an extended period of time.

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Cleaning the Print Head

To ensure good print quality, clean the print head whenever you install a

new BJ cartridge.

1

Turn on the printer.

The POWER indicator and the ERROR indicator light.

2

Insert a sheet of paper (see loading standard paper page 45).

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3

Press and hold down the LF/FF switch to form-feed (FF) the paper.

The paper advances to the position ready for printing.

4

Press the ON LINE switch to turn the printer online.

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