Canon Selphy Cp790 User Guide

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Printing from Your Mobile Phone
You can print pictures taken with infrared (IrSimple or IrDA IR) or Bluetooth compatible mobile phones 
without using a cable.
Transfer images from your mobile phone 
to SELPHY.
Printing starts after data transmission is 
completed.
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Make sure that there is no memory 
card inserted and that no computer is 
connected to SELPHY.
Infrared (IrSimple or IrDA IR) Wireless Printing
You can print pictures taken on Infrared (IrSimple or IrDA IR) compatible mobile...

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Use the (separately sold) Bluetooth Unit BU-30 for wirelessly printing\
 images from Bluetooth enabled 
mobile phones. For details on how to use the mobile phone or on printing\
 methods via Bluetooth refer 
to the user guide provided with the mobile phone.
Insert the Bluetooth unit.
Remove the cover attached to BU-30, and insert 
it as shown.
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Turn on SELPHY. (p. 15)
Transfer images from your mobile phone 
to SELPHY.
Bluetooth unit blinks blue during data 
transmission.
Printing starts...

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Using the Batter y Pack
Use the (separately sold) battery pack NB-CP2L for printing images in places without a power outlet.
With a fully charged battery, you can print approximately 36 sheets of Postcard size paper.
Attach the battery. 
Insert the tab as shown in À , then push as 
shown in Á until it clicks and locks into place. 
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For cautions concerning the battery refer to the user guide provided wit\
h the battery.When    is displayed and you press any button other than the q button...

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SELPHY Settings 
You can personalize SELPHY to suit your tastes. The basic operation is explained first. For a detailed 
explanation of each setting, please see (p. 45). These settings will be saved even if SELPHY’s power 
is turned off.
Change a setting. 
Please refer to each item (p. 45) for settings and 
how to change settings.
After you have made your settings, press the 
m(BACK) button, and a confirmation screen 
appears.
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Display the Change Settings screen.
Press the m(MENU)...



Set [Auto Rotate] to [Off].
Press the ud buttons, or turn the w wheel 
to choose [Auto Rotate],  then press the l r 
buttons to choose [Off].
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Turn Off  Auto Rotate
Images taken in vertical orientation will display on the printer vertica\
lly when the auto rotation feature 
on the camera is turned on. When this feature is turned off, all images display in horizontal orientation.
Turn Auto Power Down On or Off
You can turn off the Auto Power Down setting, which automatically turns off the...



Troubleshooting
If you think there is a problem with SELPHY, first check the following. If the items below do not solve 
your problem, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on th\
e included customer 
support list.
Power
Power will not turn on
Confirm that the plug is connected. (p. 12)
When using a (separately sold) battery, use a charged battery. (p. 43)
Hold the q button pressed until the start-up image appears on the screen. (p. 15)
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Printing Problems
Cannot print...



Cannot print the date
Printing from memory cards
Is the date imprint option set? (p. 21) 
If you are using DPOF printing, the date imprint settings are configured on the camera used for the 
DPOF settings.
Printing from mobile phones
The date cannot be printed on images sent from a mobile phone (pp. 41 - 42).
Printing from cameras
Confirm that the date setting in your camera is set to [On]. However, if the setting is [Default], the 
date imprint settings of SELPHY will be used. 
Cannot make...



Error Messages
If a problem occurs with SELPHY, a message and a possible solution appear on the screen. Follow 
the on-screen instructions to solve the problem. If a problem occurs whi\
le SELPHY is connected to a 
camera, the camera may also display an error message. Be sure to check b\
oth devices.
If following the instructions does not solve the problem and the same er\
ror message appears, contact 
your Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
Handling Precautions
Do not apply excessive force...



Specifications
All data is measured according to standard Canon testing procedures. We reserve the right to change 
specifications without notice.
SELPHY CP790
Printing MethodDye-sublimation thermal transfer (with overcoating)
Print Resolution300 x 300 dpi
Gradation256 shades per color
InkDedicated ink cassette (Y/M/C/overcoating)
PaperPostcard Size, L Size, Card Size (including full page label sheets, 8-label sheets), Wide Size
Print SizeBorderlessBordered
Postcard SizeL SizeCard Size(per...

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Compact Power Adapter CA-CP200 W
Rated Input     100 - 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) 1.5 A (100 V) - 0.75 A (240 V)Rated Output    24 V DC, 2.2 A    Dimensions    122.0 x 60.0 x 30.5 mm (4.80 x 2.36 x 1.20 in.) (excluding power cord\
)Operating Temperatures  0 - 45°C (32 - 113°F)Weight      Approx. 310 g (10.9 oz.)
FCC Notice
(Printer, Model CD1050 Systems)
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject\
 to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful...