Canon Pixma Mp970 Quick Start Guide

							17 Before Using the Machine
2Prepare to load paper.
(1)Open the Sheet Feeder Cover and pull out the 
Paper Support.
Put your finger in the rounded indent of the 
Paper Support and pull it out until it stops.
(2)Open the Paper Output Tray.
Put your finger in the center of the top of the 
Paper Output Tray and open it gently.
(3)Open the Output Tray Extension.
(4)Press the Paper Feed Switch so that the 
Rear Tray lamp (A) lights.
3Load the paper.
(1)Load the paper in the Rear Tray with the print 
side facing UP.
(2)Align the paper stack against the Cover Guide 
on the right side of the Paper Support.
(3)Pinch the Paper Guide and slide it against the 
left side of the paper stack.
4Specify the page size and media type settings according to the loaded paper.
Note
You can also select the paper source with the printer 
driver.
For details, refer to the PC Printing Guide on-screen 
manual.
Note
Make sure that the Cover Guide is set upright 
when you load paper in the Rear Tray.
Important
Do not slide the Paper Guide too hard. The paper 
may not be fed properly.
Note
zWhen performing copy direct printing without using a computer, select the size and type of the 
loaded paper in Page size and Media type in each mode. For details on settings in each mode, 
see “Setting Items” on page 25 and page 30.
zWhen using the machine connected to a computer, select the size and type of the loaded paper 
in Page Size (or Paper Size) and Media Type in the printer driver.
For details on printer driver settings, see “Printing with Windows” on page 40 or “Printing with 
Macintosh” on page 41.
(A)
(4)(3) (2)
(1)
Do not load higher than the Load Limit 
Mark (B).
(B) (3)(1)(2)
 
						

							18Before Using the Machine
„Loading Paper in the Cassette
Some types and sizes of paper are not loadable in the Cassette and require the use of the Rear 
Tray. If you intend to use only the Cassette, check for any usage restrictions in advance. See 
“Paper Handling” on page 10.
1Flatten the four corners of the paper before loading it.
See “Flatten the four corners of the paper before loading it.” on page 16.
2Pull out the Cassette from the machine.
3Load the paper with the print side facing 
DOWN.
(1)Load the paper in the Cassette with the print 
side facing DOWN and the leading edge to the 
far side.
(2)Align the paper stack against the right side of 
the Cassette.
(3)Slide the Paper Guides to fit to the loaded 
paper stack.
Important
zDo not leave photo paper, such as Photo Paper Pro, in the Cassette for a long time. This may 
cause paper discoloration due to natural aging.
zIf you load photo paper such as Photo Paper Pro in the Cassette, you may get roller traces on 
the print surface. To avoid this, load paper in the Rear Tray.
Do not load higher than the Load Limit 
Mark (A).
(A)
(1)
(2)
(3)
 
						

							19 Before Using the Machine
4Insert the Cassette into the machine.
Push the Cassette all the way into the machine.
5Prepare the Paper Output Tray.
(1)Open the Paper Output Tray.
Put your finger in the center of the top of the 
Paper Output Tray and open it gently.
(2)Open the Output Tray Extension.
(3)Press the Paper Feed Switch so that the 
Cassette lamp (B) lights.
6Specify the page size and media type settings according to the loaded paper.
Note
zWhen performing copy direct printing without using a computer, select the size and type of the 
loaded paper in Page size and Media type in each mode. For details on settings in each mode, 
see “Setting Items” on page 25 and page 30.
zWhen using the machine connected to a computer, select the size and type of the loaded paper 
in Page Size (or Paper Size) and Media Type in the printer driver.
For details on printer driver settings, see “Printing with Windows” on page 40 or “Printing with 
Macintosh” on page 41.
zYou can also select the paper source with the printer driver.
For details, refer to the PC Printing Guide on-screen manual.
(B)(3)(2) (1)
 
						

							20Before Using the Machine
Loading Envelopes
Use either European DL or US Comm. Env. #10-sized envelope.
„Loading Envelopes in the Rear Tray
1Prepare the envelopes.
zPress down on all four corners and edges of the envelopes to flatten them.
zIf the envelopes are curled, hold the opposite corners and gently twist them in the opposite 
direction.
zIf the flap of an envelope is curled, flatten it.
zIf the leading edge of an envelope is puffed up or curled, use a pen to press the envelope 
flat and sharpen the crease.
Press the envelope flat, working from the middle to the edge.
Important
zYou need to print from the computer to print on envelopes.
zDo not use the following envelopes:
– Envelopes with a double flap (or sticker flaps)
– Envelopes with an embossed or treated surface
– Envelopes with pressure stickers
– Envelopes whose gummed flaps are already moistened and adhesive
Important
The envelopes may jam in the machine if they are not flat or the edges are not aligned.
Make sure that no curl or puff exceeds 0.1 inches / 3 mm.
* The above illustrations show a side view of the leading edge of the envelope.
 
						

							21 Before Using the Machine
2Load the envelopes.
(1)Load the envelope against the Cover Guide 
(the right side of the Paper Support).
Load with the address side facing UP and the 
rear flaps DOWN on the left.
Up to 10 envelopes can be loaded at once.
(2)Pinch the Paper Guide and slide it against the 
left side of the envelope.
(3)Press the Paper Feed Switch so that the Rear Tray lamp lights up.
3Specify the settings in the printer driver.
(1)Select Envelope in Media Type.
(2)Select the size for envelopes.
In Windows
®, select DL Env. or Comm. Env. #10 in Page Size.
In Macintosh®, select DL Envelope or #10 Envelope in Paper Size.
(3)Select Landscape in Orientation.
Note
Make sure that the Cover Guide is set upright 
when you load envelopes in the Rear Tray.
Important
Do not slide the Paper Guide too hard. The 
envelopes may not be fed properly.
Important
Be sure to set the printer driver setting properly. If you do not, the address may be printed in 
the wrong direction.
Note
For details on printer driver settings, see “Printing with Windows” on page 40 or “Printing with 
Macintosh” on page 41.
(A) Printing orientation
(B) Make sure the flaps are folded.
(2)(B)
(1)
(A) (3)
 
						

							22Before Using the Machine
„Loading Envelopes in the Cassette
1Prepare the envelopes.
See “Prepare the envelopes.” on page 20.
2Load the envelopes.
(1)Align the envelope stack against the right side 
of the Cassette.
Load with the address side facing DOWN. The 
flap of the envelope will appear facing UP on 
the left side.
Up to 5 envelopes can be loaded at once.
(2)Slide the Paper Guides against the sides of the 
envelope.
(3)Press the Paper Feed Switch so that the 
Cassette lamp lights up.
3Specify the settings in the printer driver.
(1)Select Envelope in Media Type.
(2)Select the size for envelopes.
In Windows, select DL Env. or Comm. Env. #10 in Page Size.
In Macintosh, select DL Envelope or #10 Envelope in Paper Size.
(3)Select Landscape in Orientation.
Important
Be sure to set the printer driver setting properly. If you do not, the address may be printed in 
the wrong direction.
Note
For details on printer driver settings, see “Printing with Windows” on page 40 or “Printing with 
Macintosh” on page 41.
(A) Make sure the flaps are folded.
(A)
(1)
(2)
(B) Printing orientation (3)
(B)
 
						

							23 Before Using the Machine
Loading Small-Sized Paper
You can use 4 x 6 / 101.6 x 152.4 mm, 5 x 7 / 127.0 x 177.8 mm, and Credit card-sized papers.
„Loading Small-Sized Paper in the Rear Tray
(1)Load the small-sized paper against the Cover 
Guide (the right side of the Paper Support) with 
the print side facing UP.
(2)Pinch the Paper Guide and slide it against the 
left side of the paper stack.
(3)Press the Paper Feed Switch so that the Rear 
Tr a y lamp lights.
(4)Specify the page size and media type settings 
according to the loaded paper.
Note
Load Credit card-sized paper in the Rear Tray.
Note
Make sure that the Cover Guide is set upright 
when you load paper in the Rear Tray.
NotezWhen performing copy direct printing without using a computer, select the size and type of 
the loaded paper in Page size and Media type in each mode. For details on settings in 
each mode, see “Setting Items” on page 25 and page 30.
zWhen using the machine connected to a computer, select the size and type of the loaded 
paper in Page Size (or Paper Size) and Media Type in the printer driver.
For details on printer driver settings, see “Printing with Windows” on page 40 or “Printing 
with Macintosh” on page 41.
zYou can also select the paper source with the printer driver.
For details, refer to the PC Printing Guide on-screen manual.
(2)
(3)
(1)
 
						

							24Before Using the Machine
„Loading Small-Sized Paper in the Cassette
(1)Align the paper stack against the right side of 
the Cassette with the print side facing DOWN.
(2)Slide the Paper Guides against the sides of the 
paper stack.
(3)Press the Paper Feed Switch so that the 
Cassette lamp lights.
(4)Specify the page size and media type settings 
according to the loaded paper.
Note
zWhen performing copy direct printing without using a computer, select the size and type of 
the loaded paper in Page size and Media type in each mode. For details on settings in 
each mode, see “Setting Items” on page 25 and page 30.
zWhen using the machine connected to a computer, select the size and type of the loaded 
paper in Page Size (or Paper Size) and Media Type in the printer driver.
For details on printer driver settings, see “Printing with Windows” on page 40 or “Printing 
with Macintosh” on page 41.
zYou can also select the paper source with the printer driver.
For details, refer to the PC Printing Guide on-screen manual.
(1)
(2)
(3)
 
						

							25 Copying
Copying
Making Copies
This section describes the basic procedure to make copies. For details, refer to “Copying” in the 
User’s Guide on-screen manual.
1Turn on the machine.
See “Turning the Machine On and Off” on page 5.
2Make sure that Copy is selected on the HOME screen, then press the OK button.
3Load paper.
See “Loading Printing Paper” on page 9.
4Load the original document on the Platen Glass.
See “Handling the Original Document” on page 7.
5Specify copy settings.
(1)Confirm the paper source, page size, media 
type, and other settings. To change the settings, 
select the item and press the OK button.
(2)Press the [+] or [-] button to specify the number 
of copies.
6Press the Color button for color copying, or 
the Black button for black & white copying.
„Setting Items
Note
You can also press the Color or Black button instead of the OK button.
Important
Do not stare at the light directly for an extended period 
of time when copying.
Note
zPage size and media type settings are saved in each mode.
zThe settings of the page size, media type, etc. are retained even if the machine is turned off.
zDepending on the functions, some setting items cannot be specified in combination.
(1)
(2)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
 
						

							26Copying
(1)Magnification
Specify the reduction/enlargement method. For details, refer to “Reducing or Enlarging a 
Copy” in “Making Copies” of the User’s Guide on-screen manual.
(2)Intensity
Specify the intensity. For details, refer to “Changing Intensity Setting” in “Making Copies” 
of the User’s Guide on-screen manual.
(3)Page size
Select the page size of the loaded paper.
(4)Media type
Select the media type of the loaded paper.
(5)Print quality
Adjust print quality according to the original.
(6)Paper source
Select the paper source. Before printing, confirm that the location where you have loaded 
paper is selected as the paper source.
Using Useful Copy Functions
For details, refer to “Using Useful Copy Functions” in the User’s Guide on-screen manual.
Important
zIf you used Fast (speed-priority) with media type set to Plain paper and the quality is not as 
good as expected, select Standard or High (quality-priority) and try copying again.
zSelect High (quality-priority) to copy in grayscale. Grayscale renders tones in a range of grays 
instead of black or white.
Reduced/Enlarged copy
2-on-1 copyTwo-sided copy
4-on-1 copyBorderless copy
Image repeat
Frame erase Trimming Masking