Canon Pixma Ip2850 User Guide

							Changing the Printer Operation ModeIf necessary, switch between various modes of printer operation.
The procedure for configuring  Custom Settings is as follows:
 Custom Settings
1.
Open the printer driver setup window
2.
Make sure that the printer is on, and then click  Custom Settings on the Maintenance
tab
The  Custom Settings  dialog box opens.
Note
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If the printer is off or if communication between the printer and the computer is disabled, an
error message may appear because the computer cannot collect the printer status.
If this happens, click  OK to display the most recent settings specified on your computer.
3.
If necessary, complete the following settings:
Rotate 90 degrees left when orientation is [Landscape] On the  Page Setup  tab, you can change the rotation direction of the  Landscape in the
Orientation .
To rotate the print data 90 degrees to the left during printing, select this item. To rotate the print
data 90 degrees to the right during printing, clear this item.
Important
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Do not change this setting while the print job is displayed in the print wait list. Otherwise, characters may be omitted or the layout may become corrupt.
Ink Drying Wait Time You can set the length of the printer rest time until printing of the next page begins. Moving the
slider to the right increases the pause time, and moving the slider to the left decreases the time.
If the paper gets stained because the next page is ejected before the ink on the printed page
dries, increase the ink drying wait time.
Reducing the ink drying wait time speeds up printing.
4.
Apply the settings
Click  OK and when the confirmation message appears, click  OK.
The printer operates with the modified settings hereafter.
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							Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality
Useful Information about Ink
Key Points to Successful Printing
Be Sure to Make Paper Settings after Loading Paper
Storing Printed Images
Printer Handling Precautions
Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality
Precautions for Safe Transport of the Printer
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							Useful Information about InkHow is ink used for various purposes other than printing?Ink may be used for purposes other than printing. Ink is not only used for printing, but also for cleaning the
print head to maintain the optimal printing quality.
The printer has the function to automatically clean the ink jet nozzles to prevent clogging. In the cleaning procedure, ink is pumped out from the nozzles. Used ink for nozzle cleaning is limited to a small amount.
Does black-and-white printing use color ink? Black-and-white printing may use ink other than black ink depending on the type of printing paper or the
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							Key Points to Successful PrintingCheck the printer status before printing!•
Is the print head OK?
If a print head nozzle is clogged, print will be faint and papers will be wasted. Print the nozzle check
pattern to check the print head.
Maintenance Procedure
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Is the inside of the printer smeared with ink?
After printing large quantities of paper, the area where papers go through may get smeared with ink.
Clean the inside of your printer with 
Bottom Plate Cleaning .
Check how to load the paper correctly!
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Is the paper loaded in the correct orientation?
To load paper in the rear tray, load paper WITH THE PRINTING SIDE FACING YOU.
Loading Paper
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Is the paper curled?
The curled paper causes paper jam. Flatten the curled paper, then reload it.
"Load the paper after correcting its curl." in Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched
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							Be Sure to Make Paper Settings after Loading PaperIf the media type setting is not the one for the loaded paper, printing results may not be satisfactory. After
loading paper, be sure to select the appropriate media type setting for the loaded paper.
Print Results Not Satisfactory
There are various types of paper: paper with special coating on the surface for printing photos with optimal quality and paper suitable for documents.
Each media type has specific preset settings, such as how ink is used and sprayed, distance from nozzles,
etc., so that you can print on that type with optimal image quality.
This allows you to print with the settings best suited for the loaded media type just by selecting that media
type.
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							Storing Printed ImagesStore printed images in albums, clear photo sleeves, or glass frames to protect them from direct exposure to
air.
Note
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Storing printed images without sufficient drying may cause blurring or discoloration.
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							Printer Handling PrecautionsDo not place any object on the printer!
Do not place any object on the printer. It will fall into the rear tray and cause the printer to malfunction.
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							Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing QualityThe key to printing with the optimal printing quality is to prevent the print head from drying or clogging.Always observe the following rules for optimal printing quality.
Never unplug the power cord until the power is turned off!If you press the  ON/RESUME button to turn off the power, the printer caps the print head (nozzles)
automatically to prevent from drying. If you unplug the power cord from the wall outlet while the  POWER
lamp is lit or flashing, the print head will not be capped properly and this will cause drying or clogging.
When 
unplugging the power cord , make sure that the POWER lamp is not lit.
Print periodically! Just as the tip of a felt pen becomes dry and unusable if it has not been used for a long time, even if it is
capped, the print head too, may become dried or clogged if the printer has not been used for a long time.
We recommend you to use the printer at least once a month.
Note
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Depending on the type of paper, ink may blur if you trace the printed area with a highlight pen or
paint-stick, or bleed if water or sweat comes in contact with the printed area.
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							Precautions for Safe Transport of the PrinterWhen relocating the printer, make sure of the following.
Important
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Pack the printer in a sturdy box so that it is placed with its bottom facing down, using sufficientprotective material to ensure safe transport.
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With the FINE cartridge left installed in the printer, press the  ON/RESUME button to turn off the power.
This allows the printer to automatically cap the print head, thus preventing it from drying.
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After packing, do not tilt the box containing the printer or turn it on its side or upside down. Doing so may cause the ink to leak during transport and cause damage to the printer.
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When a shipping agent is handling transport of the printer, have its box marked "THIS SIDE UP" to
keep the printer with its bottom facing down. Mark also with "FRAGILE" or "HANDLE WITH CARE".
1.
Turn the printer off.
2.
Confirm that the  POWER lamp is off and unplugging the power cord .
Important
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Do not unplug the printer while the  POWER lamp is lit or flashing green, as it may cause
malfunction or damage to the printer, making the printer unable to print.
3.
Retract the paper output tray and the output tray extension, then close the paper support.
4.
Unplug the printer cable from the computer and from the printer, then unplug the power
cord from the printer.
5.
Use adhesive tape to secure all the covers on the printer to keep them from opening during
transportation. Then pack the printer in the plastic bag.
6.
Attach the protective material to the printer when packing the printer in the box.
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							Legal Limitations on Use of Your Product and Use of ImagesIt may be unlawful to print the following documents.
The list provided is non-exhaustive. When in doubt, check with a legal representative in your jurisdiction.•
Paper money
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Money orders
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Certificates of deposit
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Postage stamps (canceled or uncanceled)
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Identifying badges or insignias
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Selective service or draft papers
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Checks or drafts issued by governmental agencies
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Motor vehicle licenses and certificates of title
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Traveler's checks
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Food stamps
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Passports
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Immigration papers
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Internal revenue stamps (canceled or uncanceled)
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Bonds or other certificates of indebtedness
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Stock certificates
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Copyrighted works/works of art without permission of copyright owner
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