Canon LBP 2900 2900i User's Guide

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Paper Requirements
Usable Paper
To get the most out of the features of this printer, you should use the right kind of 
paper. If you use poor quality paper, the printing quality will deteriorate and the 
paper will jam easily.
IMPORTANT
•A safety feature that prevents printer damage due to overheating, etc. may be activated 
in the following circumstances, causing the printing speed to drop.
-When printing continuously on B5, A5 or Executive size paper, the printing speed may 
drop to 3.9 ppm.
•Use the paper capacity for each type of paper as a guide to the number of sheets of 
paper that can be printed continuously.
Paper Sizes
You can use the following paper sizes with this printer. The symbol   indicates 
paper that can be loaded, and   indicates paper that cannot be loaded.
Paper SizePaper Source
Multi-Purpose TrayManual Feed Tray
A4
B5
A5
Legal
Letter
Executive
Custom Paper Size
Width: 76.2 mm to 215.9 mm
Length: 127.0 mm to 355.6 mm
Envelope DL 110.0 mm x 220.0 mm
Envelope COM10 105.0 mm x 241.0 mm
Envelope C5 162.0 mm x 229.0 mm
Envelope Monarch 98.4 mm x 190.5 mm
Index Card 76.2 mm x 127.0 mm 
						

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Paper Types
You can use the following types of paper with this printer. The symbol   indicates 
paper that can be loaded, and   indicates paper that cannot be loaded.
*1If the paper curls excessively when printed using the [Plain Paper] setting, select [Plain Paper L].
*2If you want to get improved fixing properties over the results of printing using the [Heavy Paper] setting, select 
[Heavy Paper H].
*
3When you are printing on label paper, set the paper type setting to [Plain Paper]. 
*4When printing Index Card or envelopes, the printer automatically selects the appropriate printing mode when you 
select the paper size. You can change the paper size using the [Output Size] setting on the [Page Setup] sheet.
■Plain Paper
This printer can print on plain paper with width in the range of 76.2 to 215.9 mm, length in 
the range of 127.0 to 355.6 mm, and weight in the range of 64 to 90 g/m2 including the 
standard paper sizes: A4, B5, A5, Legal, Letter, and Executive.
■Heavy Paper
This printer can print on heavy paper with width in the range of 76.2 to 215.9 mm, length 
in the range of 127.0 to 355.6 mm, and weight in the range of 91 to 163 g/m2 including the 
standard paper sizes: A4, B5, A5, Legal, Letter, and Executive.
■Transparencies
This printer can print on A4 and Letter size transparencies.
IMPORTANT
Thoroughly fan through each sheet before loading transparencies as they easily stick to 
each other.
■Label Paper
This printer can print on A4 and Letter size label paper.
Paper TypePrinter Driver 
SettingPaper Source
Multi-Purpose 
Tr a yManual Feed 
Tr a y
Plain Paper 
(64 to 90 g/m
2)[Plain Paper], 
[Plain Paper L]*1
Heavy Paper 
(91 to 163 g/m2)[Heavy Paper], 
[Heavy Paper H]*2
Transparencies [Transparency]
Label Paper [Plain Paper]*
3
Index Card *4
Envelopes *4 
						

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IMPORTANT
Do not use the following types of label paper with this printer. Using label paper that 
meets any of these conditions may result in paper jams that are difficult to clear or may 
cause damage to the printer.
-Peeling labels or partly used labels
-Labels that peel off from the backing sheet too easily
-Labels where the adhesive is exposed
■Index Card
You can use index card in this printer.
IMPORTANT
Index card can only be loaded in the manual feed tray.
■Envelopes
The envelopes that can be used with this printer are as follows:
*Envelopes with a flap on the short edge cannot be used.
IMPORTANT
•The following envelopes cannot be used with this printer. Using any of these envelopes 
may result in paper jams that are difficult to clear or may cause damage to the printer.
-Envelopes with fasteners or snaps
-Envelopes with address windows
-Envelopes with adhesive on the surface
-Wrinkled or creased envelopes
-Poorly manufactured envelopes in which the glued parts are uneven
-Irregularly-shaped envelopes
•Before loading the envelopes, push down on the stack of envelopes to release any 
remaining air, and press down firmly along the folded edges of the envelopes.
•Do not print on the reverse side (glued side) of envelopes.
•Printing speed drops when printing on envelopes.
Envelope DL110.0 mm x 220.0 mm
(4.33 inch x 8.66 inch)Envelope Monarch98.4 mm x 190.5 mm
(3.88 inch x 7.50 inch)
Envelope COM10104.9 mm x 241.3 mm
(4.13 inch x 9.50 inch)Envelope C5162.0 mm x 229.0 mm
(6.38 inch x 9.02 inch) 
						

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NOTE
When printing envelopes, the envelopes may become creased.
Abbreviations of Paper Sizes
The following abbreviations are used for the sizes displayed on the multi-purpose tray and 
manual feed tray.
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Printable Area
The printable area of this printer is as follows:
■Plain Paper / Heavy Paper / Transparency / Label Paper
You can print within the following area.
Paper SizePaper Guide
Legal LGL
Letter LTR
Executive EXEC
5 mm4 mm
6 mm
5 mm 
						

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■Envelopes / Index Card
Printable up to 10 mm from the edges of an envelope.
You may need to adjust the printing position depending the application you are using.
Paper You Cannot Use
To avoid problems such as paper jams and other malfunctions, you should not use 
the following types of paper:
IMPORTANT
•Paper that jams easily
-Paper that is too thick or too thin
-Irregularly-shaped paper
-Wet or moist paper
-Torn or damaged paper
-Rough, extremely smooth, or glossy paper
-Paper with binding holes or perforations
-Curled or creased paper
-Specially coated paper (coated paper for ink jet printers, etc.)
-Labels that peel off from the backing sheet too easily
-Paper that has already been printed on using a copy machine or other laser printer. 
(The reverse side of the paper is also unusable.)
-Paper with jagged edges
-Wrinkled paper
-Paper with the corners folded
•Paper where the properties change at high temperatures
-Paper that contains ink that melts, burns, evaporates or emits harmful gases at the high 
temperatures (approx. 150°C or 302°F) present in the fixing unit.
-Heat-sensitive paper
-Treated color paper
-Specially coated paper (coated paper for ink jet printers, etc.)
-Paper with adhesive on the surface
10 mm10 mm
10 mm
10 mm
104.9 mm
(4.13 inch)
241.3 mm
(9.50 inch)
(Sample : Envelope COM10) 
						

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•Paper that causes printer malfunctions or damages the printer
-Carbon paper
-Paper with staples, clips, ribbons or tapes
-Paper that has already been printed on using a copy machine or other laser printer. 
(The reverse side of the paper is also unusable.)
•Paper that is difficult for the toner to fix onto
-Paper with rough surfaces
-Specially coated paper (coated paper for ink jet printers, etc.)
-Paper containing thick fibers
Storing Blank Paper
Even standard paper may deteriorate if not stored correctly. Degraded paper can 
cause paper feed problems and paper jams, and may reduce printing quality.
Observe the following guidelines when storing and handling paper:
IMPORTANT
•Store paper away from moisture since paper quality deteriorates in a moist environment.
•The paper wrapper around new paper acts to prevent dampness and drying. Leave the 
wrapper intact until you are ready to use the paper. You should also re-wrap the wrapper 
around paper that you do not use.
•Store paper on a flat surface.
•Do not store paper on the floor where water and moisture can accumulate.
•Do not store paper in a place where it will curl or be creased.
•Do not store paper vertically or store too many stacks of paper in one pile.
•Avoid direct sunlight and humid or dry places when storing paper.
•If there are extreme differences in temperature between the storage area and the place 
where the paper is used, leave the paper in the wrapper in the usage area for about a 
day to allow the paper to adjust before using it. Rapid changes in temperature and 
humidity can cause paper to curl or wrinkle. 
						

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Storing Printed Paper
When handling or storing documents printed using this printer, be careful of the 
following points:
IMPORTANT
•Do not store in clear folders or with other PVC materials. This can dissolve the toner, 
causing the paper to stick to the PVC material.
•When gluing paper, be sure to use insoluble adhesive. The use of soluble adhesives can 
cause the toner to dissolve. When you first use an adhesive, test it on an unneeded 
printout before use.
Whenever you stack printouts, check that the documents are completely dry. If the 
printouts are stacked when they are not completely dry, the toner may dissolve.
•Store paper on a flat surface. If the paper becomes folded or wrinkled, the toner may 
peel.
•Do not store in a high temperature place. This can cause the toner to melt, making the 
colors bleed.
•If you are storing printouts for a long period of time (2 years or more), store them in a 
binder, etc. (Long-term storage can make printouts appear discolored due to 
discolorations in the paper.) 
						

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Paper Sources
Paper Source Types
This printer has the following paper sources:
■Paper Source / Capacity
Manual Feed Tray:  1 sheet
Multi-Purpose Tray:  Approx. 150 sheets (Plain paper: 64 g/m
2)
IMPORTANT
When you are printing from the multi-purpose tray, make sure that there is no paper in 
the manual feed tray. If there is any paper in the manual feed tray, paper will feed from the 
manual feed tray because manual feed tray has priority over the multi-purpose tray.
Manual Feed Tray
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Paper Source Capacities
Paper TypePaper Source
Multi-Purpose TrayManual Feed Tray
Plain Paper (64 g/m
2)Approx. 150 sheets 1 sheet
Heavy Paper (128 g/m
2)Approx. 60 sheets 1 sheet
Transparency Approx. 100 sheets 1 sheet
Label Paper Approx. 50 sheets 1 sheet
Index Card - 1 sheet
Envelope 1 sheet 1 sheet 
						

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Paper Output
Output Tray Types
Pages are output to the output tray on the top of the printer with the printed side 
facing down. Open the output tray when you are printing to the output tray.
Close the output tray when you are not using the printer.
CAUTION
Keep your hands or clothing away from the roller in the output area. Even if the 
printer is not printing, sudden rotation of the roller may catch your hands or 
clothing,resulting in personal injury.