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Canon imagePROGRAF iPF830 User Manual

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Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors
Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors
If printed vertical lines are warped or colors are out of alignment, execute Head Posi. Adj. to adjust the Printhead
alignment.
Normally, execute Standard.
(See "Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors.") P.550
However, when printing on special paper, or if printing is not improved after Standard, try Manual.
Manual adjustment requires you to examine the printed test pattern and enter an adjustment value.
Note
We recommend using the type of paper you use most often for adjustment.
If the printhead position was not adjusted during initial setup or when the printhead was replaced, execute Initial
adjustmt.
(See "Adjustment When Installing the Printhead.")
P.553
Items to Prepare
When Using Rolls An unused roll at least 254.0 mm (10.00 in) wide
When Using Sheets Two sheets of unused paper of at least A4/Letter size (or one sheet when using A2 or larger)
Perform adjustment as follows.
1
Load paper.
Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls P.330
Loading Rolls in the Printer P.333
Loading Sheets in the Printer P.353
Important
Always make sure the loaded paper matches the type of paper specified on the printer. Adjustment
cannot be completed correctly unless the loaded paper matches the settings.
2
On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press or to
select the Settings/Adj. tab ( ).
Note
If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
3
Press the OK button.
The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed.
4
Press or to select Adjust Printer, and then press the OK button.
5
Press or to select Head Posi. Adj., and then press the OK button.
6
Press or to select Other, and then press the OK button.
Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors
iPF830
User's Guide
Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the Printhead
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Canon imagePROGRAF iPF830 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ColorYes
Printing colorsBlack, Cyan, Magenta, Matte black, Yellow
Print technologyInkjet
Maximum resolution2400 x 1200 DPI
Number of print cartridges5
Page description languagesGARO, HP-GL/2, HP-RTL
Minimum line width0.02 mm
Number of power supply units1
Compliance industry standardsIEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3az
Media thickness0.07 - 0.8 mm
Maximum print sizeA0 (841 x 1189 mm)
Maximum roll length18 m
Media width (sheets)1117.6 mm
Maximum roll diameter150 mm
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)A0, A1
JIS B-series sizes (B0...B9)B0, B2
DisplayLCD
Product colorBlack, Grey
Storage mediaHDD
Internal storage capacity320 GB
Sound power level (standby)35 dB
Sound pressure level (printing)52 dB
USB connectorUSB Type-A
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
Power supply190 W
Power consumption (off)0.5 W
Power consumption (standby)5 W
Operating temperature (T-T)15 - 30 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 80 %
Sustainability certificatesENERGY STAR
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth975 mm
Width1893 mm
Height1144 mm

Summary

Basic Printing Workflow

Printing procedure

Details on how to load and print using rolls and sheets, including turning the printer on/off.

Canceling print jobs

Instructions on how to cancel print jobs from the control panel, Windows, or Mac OS.

Pausing Printing

Guide on how to pause and resume printing operations directly from the printer's control panel.

Enhanced Printing Options

Choosing Paper for Printing

Guidance on selecting the appropriate media type from the printer control panel or driver.

Printing Photos and Office Documents

Instructions for printing photos and images, and general office documents using the printer driver.

Printing CAD Drawings

Information on printing fine lines and text clearly from CAD applications for precise drawings.

Adjusting Images

Detailed steps for adjusting color, brightness, and contrast in the printer driver for optimal image output.

Printing enlargements or reductions

Instructions on how to adjust the size of originals by enlarging or reducing them as desired before printing.

Printing at full size

Guidance on printing all areas of the original at full scale by selecting the paper size from Oversize.

Borderless Printing

Instructions on how to take advantage of borderless printing to print documents without a surrounding margin.

Printing banners or at other non-standard sizes

Information on large-format printing of up to 18.0 m vertical or horizontal banners using rolls.

Tiling and multiple pages per sheet

Guidance on arranging originals from multiple applications next to each other on single sheets.

Centering originals

Instructions on how to print originals centered on a page or roll paper for better alignment.

Conserving roll paper

Methods to conserve roll paper by specifying particular settings as suitable for your original.

Checking Images Before Printing

Instructions on how to check the print layout on the preview screen before actually printing.

Other useful settings

Details on additional settings such as printing with watermarks and using favorites.

Windows Software

Printer Driver

Comprehensive guide to accessing and using the Windows printer driver settings and features.

Preview

Instructions on how to start and use the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview function to check layouts.

Free Layout

Details on using the Free Layout function to arrange multiple originals on a single page before printing.

Color imageRUNNER Enlargement Copy

Features and procedures for automatic enlargement and printing of scanned originals from a Color imageRUNNER.

Print Plug-In for Office

Information on the Print Plug-In for Office, including installation, uninstallation, and usage.

Mac OS Software

Printer Driver

Guide to accessing and configuring the Mac OS printer driver settings and features.

Preview

Instructions on how to start and use the Canon imagePROGRAF Preview function for layout checks.

Free Layout

Details on using the Free Layout function to arrange multiple originals on a single page before printing.

Printmonitor

Utility for checking printer status and managing print jobs in Mac OS.

Media Configuration Tool (Mac OS)

Procedures for installing and updating media information using the Media Configuration Tool.

Handling and Use of Paper

Paper

Information on supported paper types, sizes, and specifications for printing.

Handling rolls

Step-by-step instructions for attaching the roll holder, loading, and managing rolls.

Handling sheets

Instructions for loading, printing from a desired starting point, and removing sheets.

Output Stacker

Information on using the stationary and wheeled output stackers for managing printed documents.

Media take-up unit

Instructions for using the optional Media Take-up Unit to automatically rewind printed documents.

Media Configuration Tool (Windows)

Procedures for installing and updating media information using the Media Configuration Tool.

Media Configuration Tool (Mac OS)

Procedures for installing and updating media information using the Media Configuration Tool.

Control Panel

Operations and Display Screen

Overview of the control panel, its buttons, display screen, and status indicators.

Printer Menu

Detailed explanation of the printer's menu structure and operations for adjustment and maintenance.

Printer Parts

Printer parts

Identification and description of the printer's external and internal parts.

Hard Disk

Information on printer hard disk operations, including checking free space and erasing data.

Optional accessories

Details on optional accessories such as the Media Take-up Unit.

Network Setting

Network Environment

Details on system requirements for connecting the printer to various network environments.

Using RemoteUI

Instructions on accessing the printer via a network using a web browser for status and configuration.

Initial Settings

Procedures for configuring the printer's IP address and network settings.

Mac OS Settings

Guidance on configuring network destinations in TCP/IP and Bonjour networks for Mac OS.

Other Settings

Information on specifying printer-related details and configuring communication modes manually.

Device Setup Utility (Windows)

Utility for establishing communication and completing network settings for the printer on Windows.

Print Job Management

Status Monitor (Windows)

Utility for checking printer status and managing print jobs in Windows.

Printmonitor (Mac OS)

Utility for checking printer status and managing print jobs in Mac OS.

Accounting (Windows)

Information on using the Accounting Manager to check printing costs and manage job logs.

Basic Print Job Operations

Operations related to saving print jobs on the printer's hard disk and managing the job queue.

Advanced Print Job Operations

Instructions for saving print jobs from external sources and managing personal boxes.

Adjustments for Better Print Quality

Adjusting the Printhead

Steps for adjusting the printhead to resolve issues like faint printing, banding, or misalignment.

Adjusting the feed amount

Guidance on adjusting the feed amount to resolve issues like banding or inaccurate line lengths.

Maintenance and Consumables

Ink Tanks

Information on ink tank types, replacement procedures, and precautions for handling.

Printheads

Procedures for checking nozzle clogging, cleaning, and replacing the printhead.

Maintenance Cartridge

Information on the maintenance cartridge, including replacement and capacity checking.

Cleaning the Printer

Instructions for cleaning the printer exterior and interior to maintain print quality.

Other Maintenance

Procedures for preparing the printer for transfer, reinstalling, and updating firmware.

Troubleshooting

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions regarding printer operation, paper handling, and printing features.

Problems Regarding Paper

Solutions for issues related to paper jams, loading, cutting, and the media take-up unit.

Printing does not start

Troubleshooting steps for when the printer does not power on or respond to print jobs.

The printer stops during a print job

Guidance for resolving issues when the printer stops during printing or ejects blank paper.

Problems with the printing quality

Solutions for common printing quality issues like faint prints, banding, and uneven colors.

Cannot print over a network

Troubleshooting steps for network connectivity and printing issues.

Installation problems

Steps for removing installed printer drivers and utilities.

HP-GL/2 problems

Solutions for common issues encountered when printing HP-GL/2 jobs.

Other problems

Troubleshooting for various other printer issues not covered in previous sections.

Error Message

Error Messages

List of all error messages and their corresponding corrective actions.

Messages regarding paper

Troubleshooting steps for various paper-related error messages and causes.

Messages regarding ink

Solutions for error messages related to ink levels, installation, and recognition.

Messages regarding printing or adjustment

Troubleshooting for errors encountered during printing or adjustment procedures.

Messages regarding printheads

Troubleshooting steps for errors related to printhead installation, alignment, or recognition.

Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge

Solutions for error messages related to the maintenance cartridge.

Messages regarding the hard disk

Troubleshooting steps for errors related to the printer's hard disk.

Messages regarding HP-GL/2

Solutions for common issues encountered when printing HP-GL/2 jobs.

Other Messages

Troubleshooting for miscellaneous error messages and hardware issues.

Specifications

Printer Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the printer, including power, environment, and dimensions.

Print Area

Information on the printable area and margins for different paper types and printing modes.

Appendix

Safety Precautions

Important warnings and precautions for safe printer installation and operation.

Manuals for this printer

List of available manuals and guides for the printer, including setup and user guides.

Disposal of the product

Information on proper disposal of the product and its components according to environmental directives.

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