Canon Imageclass Mf7470 User Guide

Machine Settings
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Machine Settings
You can adjust the machine settings from the Additional Functions Menu to customize 
the way the machine works. To see the list of current settings, print out USER'S DATA 
LIST.
Printing USER'S DATA LIST
1 Press  (Additional Functions).
2 
3 
4 
5 
 

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Machine Settings

Accessing the Additional Functions Menu
If User ID Management is set to [On], users whose user type is registered as “User” (end user) cannot change 
the System Manager Settings even if there are no System Manager ID and System Password set.
If User ID Management is set to [On], users whose user type is registered as “Administrator” can change the 
System Manager Settings by entering the System Manager ID and System Password, or registering the System 
Manager ID and System...

Machine Settings
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Using the Printer Settings Menu
The Printer Settings menu enables you to access common features. Below is an abbreviated 
outline of the Printer Settings menu structure. For a detailed description of all Printer 
Settings menu options, see “Printer Settings,” on p. 12‑20.
As an example, the sequence of steps for setting the default number of copies is shown on 
the following pages.
Depending on the printer personality, some settings are not available. For details on the...

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Machine Settings

1 Press  (Additional Functions).
2 
3 
① Press [◀] or [▶] to select .
4 
5 
① Press [◀] or [▶] to specify the number of 
copies.
② Press [OK].
You can also use – (numeric keys) to 
enter the value. (The numeric keys are not 
available depending on the Printer Settings 
item.)
You can change the value by pressing [◀] or 
[▶], even if you have entered the value using 
– (numeric keys).
If necessary, repeat this step to specify the 
setting more precisely according to the 
Printer...

Machine Settings
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Additional Functions Menu
Depending on the model of your machine, some settings may not be availab\
le.
Common Settings
Setting ItemDescription
Initial FunctionSpecifies the screen that is displayed when you turn on the 
main power, or after the Auto Clear mode initiates. Copy
Copy Basic Features screen
Send Basic Features screen
Scan Basic Features screen
System Monitor screen
Device status screen
–
–
–
–
–
Auto Clear SettingSelects which screen appears after the Auto Clear mode...

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Machine Settings

Common Settings
Toner Save ModeSelects the toner consumption for printing.
High
Low
Off
* If the Toner Save mode is set to [High], print quality may be 
affected. If you notice degradation in print quality, set this mode 
to [Off].
–
–
–
Printer DensityRecalibrates the density adjustment scale if differences 
between the image in the original and the print occur. 
(1‑9)
* This function is not effective for print jobs. (See “Printer Settings,” 
on p. 
12‑20.)
Inch EntryEnables you...

Machine Settings
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Common Settings
Stack Bypass Standard SettingsSets the paper size and type that the stack bypass uses 
beforehand. This setting is useful if you always load the same 
paper size and type into the stack bypass.
If the Stack Bypass Standard Settings are stored when using 
the Send function, you can also use the stack bypass to 
receive I‑fax or fax documents.
On
Off
When printing on special types of paper, such as heavyweight 
paper or transparencies, be sure to correctly set the...

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Machine Settings

Common Settings
Data Compress. Ratio for Remote 
Scans
Sets the compression ratio for network scanning. A high 
compression ratio reduces the amount of memory used 
for scanning the document, but results in a lower image 
quality. On the contrary, a low compression ratio increases 
the amount of memory used for scanning the document, but 
results in a higher image quality.
High Ratio
Normal
Low Ratio
–
–
–
Gamma Value for Remote ScansSets the gamma value that is used for scanning...

Machine Settings
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Copy Settings
Setting ItemDescription
Image Orientation PrioritySets whether to activate the image direction priority.
OffCopy orientation is rotated at 180 degrees.
OnCopy orientation is same as the document.
Auto OrientationSets the original size and copy ratio automatically.
On
Off
–
–
Standard SettingsSets the default setting for copying.
StoreSets your own  as default.
InitializeRestores all  to the default.
Initialize Copy SettingsRestores all  to the default.
Yes
No
–
–
 

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Machine Settings

Timer Setting
Setting ItemDescription
Date & Time SettingsSets the following:
Current date and time
Time zone of your machine’s location
Daylight saving time mode
(See “Set Up the Machine,” in the Starter Guide.)
–
–
–
Auto Sleep TimeSets the auto sleep mode when the machine remains idle for 
a certain period of time (3min‑30min). (See “
Setting the Sleep 
Mode,” on p. 1‑22.)
On
Off
–
–
Auto Clear TimeSets the auto clear mode when the machine has no 
operation idle for a certain...