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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 phones without using 
a cable. For details on how to use your mobile phone or on printing meth\
ods via Infrared, refer to the 
user guide provided with your mobile phone.
You cannot establish a wireless connection between a computer and SELPHY.The maximum file size that can be transmitted is 2 – 3 MB (varies depending on mobile phone).Data transmission time increases when data size is large. Therefore, the amount of time before printing will also increase.Movies, e-mail, address book information, or images attached to an e-mai\
l or downloaded from the Internet cannot be printed.Depending on the mobile phone model you use, images saved on the memory \
card may not be printed.SELPHY automatically sets the print orientation.Depending on the paper size you use, the edges of the image may be cropp\
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Be sure the phone is no more than 20cm (8 in.) away from the infrared sensor.(Be sure nothing is blocking the signal)
Available range10° in all directions
If transmission cannot be completed, move the phone closer to and direct\
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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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Transfer images from your mobile phone 
to SELPHY.
Bluetooth unit blinks blue during data 
transmission.
Printing starts after data transmission is 
completed.
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During transmission, the blue light on the Bluetooth unit will blink. If\
 transmission is interrupted, the blinking will cease. Follow the instructions on your mobile phone an\
d try again.The following conditions could cause slow transmission and printing time\
s or cause transmission to fail, even within the 10 m range: - There is an obstacle between the Bluetooth unit and the mobile phone - There is interference from magnetic fields, static electricity, or radio waves in the area
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Choose Canon CP790-XX:XX:XX (X stands for one digit) when choosing a t\
arget device name on your mobile phone. 
Up to approx. 10 m (33 ft.)
Make sure that there is no memory 
card inserted and that no computer is 
connected to SELPHY.
Bluetooth Printing

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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 for 3 seconds or longer,    will disappear. When the screen is turned off while the battery is charging and you press any button other than the q button,    will appear after approximately 10 seconds.
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CAUTIONRISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.  DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO LOCAL REGULATION.
Remove the battery cover.
Slide and hold the cover lock towards À, then 
remove the cover towards Á. 
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Air Vents
Plug in SELPHY (p. 12).
Charging starts and    appears on the 
screen.
Charging completes after approximately 4 hrs.  
and    disappears.
If you press the q button while the battery is 
charging (p. 15), SELPHY can be used. 
When you turn off the power (p. 15),    
appears and charging resumes.
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Remove the battery terminal cover.
Charging the Batter y
Installing the Batter y

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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) button.
Press the ud buttons, or turn the w wheel to 
choose [Change Settings], then press the o 
button.
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Display the printer setup screen.
Press the ud buttons, or turn the w wheel 
to choose [Printer Setup], then press the o 
button.
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4Make the setting.
Press the l r buttons, or turn the w wheel to 
choose [OK], and press the o button to make 
the selection.
The menu screen will appear. Press the 
m(BACK) button to restore the image display 
screen.
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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 printer after 
approximately 5 minutes without user operations or printing.
Set [Auto Power Down] to [Off].
Press the ud buttons, or turn the w wheel to 
choose [Auto Power Down],  then press the l 
r buttons to choose [Off].
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Restore SELPHY’s Default Setting
Will reset all of SELPHY’s settings to their default.
Restore default settings.
Press the ud buttons, or turn the w wheel to 
choose [Reset All],  then choose [OK].
After the confirmation screen appears, pressing 
the o button will return the printer to its default 
settings.
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Change Auto Play Transitions
You can set a transition effect for when you are choosing pictures for printing (p. 15) or using auto play 
(p. 32).
Choose a transition effect.
Press the ud buttons, or turn the w wheel to 
choose [Transition], then press the l r buttons 
to choose an effect.
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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
Make sure that the ink and paper cassettes are correctly inserted. (p. 12)
When the ink is spent, replace the ink cassette with a new one. When the paper is spent, refill the 
paper cassette with new paper. (p. 16)
Are you using the correct combination of paper, paper cassette and ink cassette? (p. 10) 
Is SELPHY connected to more than one device at once? Do not connect simultaneousl\
y to a 
camera, memory card or computer. 
Is the ink sheet slack? (p. 10)
Make sure that you are using the dedicated paper. (p. 11)
Depending on the room temperature SELPHY may overheat and temporarily stop operating. 
This is not a malfunction. Wait until the temperature drops and SELPHY resumes. If SELPHY is 
connected to a computer, a message will appear on the computer screen. Do not cancel the print.\
 
Wait until printing resumes. 
Cannot print from memory card, image does not display
Is the memory card inserted all the way into the card slot with the labe\
l facing upward? (pp. 14, 15)
Make sure you are using a supported image type. (p. 14)
Have you inserted the memory card directly into the card slot without first inserting it into an 
adapter? (p. 14)
Printing from cameras
Is SELPHY connected to the camera correctly? (p. 39)
Confirm that your camera supports PictBridge. (p. 39)
Printing from computers
Did you install the printer driver according to the correct procedures? \
(p. 35)
Is SELPHY connected directly to a port on the computer with the USB cable? 
Problems Exclusive to Windows: Is the printer set to offline? If it is, Right-click the printer icon and 
cancel the offline setting. 
Problems Exclusive to Macintosh: Is SELPHY registered on the Printer List? 
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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 clean prints
Is the ink sheet or paper dusty?
Is dust lodged within SELPHY? (p. 48)
Has condensation formed within SELPHY? (p. 48)
Is SELPHY placed near a device with a strong electromagnetic or magnetic field? (p. 9)
Colors on the computer display and the print are different
Color generation methods are different with computer screens and prints. Moreover, the variance 
may be attributable to the environment in which the screen is viewed (c\
olor and strength of the 
light), or to the screen’s color adjustment settings.
After using the computer to cancel a print in progress, an image that ha\
d already been 
printed was printed again when printing resumed
When you restart printing on a Macintosh computer after canceling, an al\
ready printed image may 
print again when printing resumes.
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Paper Problems
Paper will not fit into cassette
Does the paper size match the size of the paper cassette? (p. 10) 
Paper is not feeding properly
Check the paper and paper cassette are correctly inserted. (p. 12)
Frequent paper jams
Has too much paper been placed in the paper cassette? 
Do not place 19 or more sheets in the cassette (13 or more for Wide siz\
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Have 19 or more sheets (13 or more for Wide size) collected on top of \
the paper cassette?
Make sure that you are using the dedicated paper. (p. 11)
Cannot print the specified number of prints, paper left over
Canceling a print is in progress or pulling on the ink sheet will consum\
e ink sheet capacity. If paper 
runs out while printing many images, do not remove the ink cassette, as \
this will consume ink. 
Instead, replenish the paper without removing the ink cassette.
The paper is jammed
If the paper is sticking out from the front or back (paper ejection slo\
t) (p. 8) of SELPHY, gently tug 
on the paper to remove it. However, if a gentle tug is not sufficient to remove the paper, do not 
attempt to forcibly pull it out. Turn the printer off and on repeatedly until the paper is ejected.
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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 to the printer. Force or impact on the printer may result in paper jams 
or equipment damage.
Be careful not to spray the equipment with insecticides or volatile subs\
tances. In addition, do not 
store the equipment in contact with rubber or vinyl products for long pe\
riods of time. This may cause 
alteration of the casing. 
Depending on the room temperature, SELPHY may overheat and temporarily stop operating. This 
is not a malfunction. SELPHY will resume normal printing as soon as it cools down. Temporary 
stoppages increase printing time and are most likely to occur when print\
ing continuously, if a room 
is unusually warm, or if the air vents on the back of SELPHY are blocked and internal temperature 
is high.
Avoid condensation on the equipment when moving it from a cold to a hot p\
lace by putting it in an 
airtight, sealable plastic bag and allow for adjustment to temperature c\
hanges gradually before 
removing from the bag. In the event that condensation does form within t\
he equipment, keep it at 
room temperature until the water droplets evaporate naturally before use\
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When SELPHY gets dirty, wipe the casing with a soft dry cloth.
When dust or dirt has accumulated on the battery cover or vent (pp. 8, 43), be sure to remove the 
ink cassette (p. 16) before cleaning. If dust gets in through the vent, the printer may not p\
rint cleanly.
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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 label)Wide Size
100.0 x 148.0 mm (3.94 x 5.83 in.)89.0 x 119.0 mm (3.50 x 4.69 in.)54.0 x 86.0 mm (2.13 x 3.39 in.)22.0 x 17.3 mm (0.87 x 0.68 in.)100.0 x 200.0 mm (3.94 x 7.87 in.)
91.3 x 121.2 mm (3.59 x 4.77 in.)78.6 x 104.6 mm (3.09 x 4.12 in.)49.5 x 66.2 mm (1.95 x 2.60 in.)–93.8 x 124.6 mm (3.69 x  4.90 in.)
Printing Speed*1Printing from Memory Cards/Connected to Cameras with PictBridge
Postcard SizeL SizeCard SizeWide Size
Approx. 47 sec.Approx. 39 sec.Approx. 24 sec.Approx. 60 sec.
Feeding SystemAutomatic paper feed from paper cassette
Ejection SystemAutomatic paper ejection on top of paper cassette
LCD Monitor3.0-inch type, TFT LCD color Monitor, Approx. 230,000 dots
Interface
USBConnecting to a PictBridge compliant device: USB compliant Type A connectorConnecting to a computer: USB compliant Type B connector
WirelessIrSimple, IrDA IR (Print Beam)Bluetooth*2 (Print Beam)
Memory CardsCF (CompactFlash) Card, Microdrive, xD-Picture Card*3, SD Memory Card, miniSD Card, SDHC Memory Card, miniSDHC Card, MultiMediaCard, MMCplus Card, HC MMCplus Card, MMCmobile Card, RS-MMC Card, microSD Card*3, microSDHC Card*3, MMCmicro Card*3, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick micro*3
Operating Temperatures5 – 40°C (41 – 104°F)
Operating Humidity20 – 80%
Power SourceCompact Power Adapter CA-CP200 W Battery pack NB-CP2L (sold separately)
Power Consumption60 W or less (4 W or less on standby)
Dimensions(excluding protrusions)Printer only:   246.9 x 178.0 x 86.4 mm (9.72 x 7.01 x 3.40 in.)Printer and Basket: 276.8 x 198.0 x 211.6 mm (10.90 x 7.80 x 8.33 in.)
WeightPrinter: Approx. 1,100g (38.8 oz.), Basket: Approx. 400g (14.1 oz.)
*1 Measured from start of the yellow printing pass to final output.*2 Bluetooth Unit BU-30 (sold separately) is required.*3 Dedicated adapter (commercially available) is required.

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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 interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including inte\
rference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a\
 Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmf\
ul interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy an\
d, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radi\
o communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installati\
on. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined b\
y turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of \
the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The cable with the ferrite core provided with the printer must be used w\
ith this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A., Inc.One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.Tel No. (516) 328-5600
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Canadian Radio Interference RegulationsThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Canon Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.For voltages of 100 to 120V only.
USA and Canada only:The Lithium ion/polymer battery is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

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