Canon ImageCLASS MF4270 User manual

Basic Operation Guide
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After you finish reading this guide, store it in a safe place for future reference.
What Can I Do with This Machine?
Before Using the Machine
Document and Paper
Copying
Sending Faxes
Receiving Documents
Printing
Scanning
PC Faxing
Remote UI
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Machine Settings
Appendix

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Copy Features
Select a scan mode depending on the
type of image
Image Quality
p. 3-4
Adjust the density level of scanned
images
Density
p. 3-5
Enlarge or reduce copied images
Zoom Ratio
p. 3-7
Sort copies by page order
Collate Copying
p. 3-10

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Make two-sided copies
Two-Sided Copy
p. 3-14
Copy two documents on one sheet
2 on 1 Combination
p. 3-12

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Fax Features
Specify a recipient with a single key
One-Touch Speed Dialing Keys
p. 4-22
Specify a recipient with a two-digit
code
Coded Speed Dialing Codes
p. 4-24
Specify multiple recipients as a group
Group Dialing
p. 4-26
Look up a particular recipient
Address Book Search
p. 4-28

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Redial when the line is busy
Redialing
Reference Guide
Send documents to multiple
recipients
Broadcasting
Reference Guide
Receive faxes in memory without
printing out
Memory Reception
Reference Guide
Reject faxes without their numbers
Reception Restriction
Reference Guide
Send a fax from a PC
PC Faxing
Online Help

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Printer Feature
Print a document from a PC
Printing
p. 6-2
Sort printouts by page order
Collate Printing
p. 6-4
Print two pages on one sheet
2 on 1 Combination
p. 6-5
Make two-sided printouts
Two-Sided Printing
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Scanner Feature (USB connection only)
Specify detailed scanning options to
suit various images
Scanning
Scanner Driver Guide
Remote UI Feature
Access and manage the machine from
a PC
Remote UI
Reference Guide

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System Manager Settings
Restrict the use of the machine with a
password
System Manager Settings
Reference Guide

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Contents
Manuals for the Machine ........................................................................i
What Can I Do with This Machine? ........................................................ii
Copy Features ...........................................................................................ii
Fax Features..............................................................................................iv
Printer Feature .........................................................................................vi
Scanner Feature (USB connection only)........................................vii
Remote UI Feature.................................................................................vii
System Manager Settings..................................................................viii
Contents.................................................................................................ix
How to Use This Guide .......................................................................xvii
Symbols Used in This Manual......................................................... xvii
Legal Notices......................................................................................xviii
Trademarks........................................................................................... xviii
Copyright.................................................................................................xix
Disclaimers..............................................................................................xix
1 Before Using the Machine.............................................................. 1-1
Machine Components........................................................................ 1-2
Operation Panel.................................................................................. 1-5
Main Operation Panel ........................................................................1-5
Fax Operation Panel............................................................................1-8

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LCD (Standby Mode) .......................................................................... 1-9
Copy Mode.............................................................................................1-9
Fax Mode ................................................................................................1-9
Scan Mode..............................................................................................1-9
Optional Handset ............................................................................. 1-10
Maintaining the Handset............................................................... 1-10
Toner Cartridge ................................................................................ 1-11
Maintaining the Toner Cartridge................................................. 1-12
Checking the Toner Level............................................................... 1-14
Telephone Line Setting.................................................................... 1-15
Setting the Telephone Line Type................................................. 1-15
Timer Settings................................................................................... 1-17
Setting the Sleep Mode.................................................................. 1-17
Setting the Daylight Saving Time ............................................... 1-19
2 Document and Paper...................................................................... 2-1
Document Requirements................................................................... 2-2
Scanning Area..................................................................................... 2-4
Loading Documents........................................................................... 2-5
On the Platen Glass.............................................................................2-5
In the ADF...............................................................................................2-7
Paper Requirements........................................................................... 2-9
Printable Area................................................................................... 2-11

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Loading Paper................................................................................... 2-12
Into the Multi-Purpose Tray........................................................... 2-12
Setting Paper Size and Type............................................................ 2-15
3 Copying ........................................................................................... 3-1
Basic Copying Method ....................................................................... 3-2
Scan Settings ...................................................................................... 3-4
Image Quality........................................................................................3-4
Density.....................................................................................................3-5
Zoom Ratio.............................................................................................3-7
Collate Copy...................................................................................... 3-10
2 on 1 Combination.......................................................................... 3-12
Two-Sided Copy................................................................................ 3-14
Canceling Copy Jobs ........................................................................ 3-16
4 Sending Faxes................................................................................. 4-1
Basic Sending Method ....................................................................... 4-2
Scan Settings ...................................................................................... 4-4
Image Quality........................................................................................4-4
Density.....................................................................................................4-5

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Storing/Editing Address Book........................................................... 4-6
Storing/Editing One-Touch Speed Dialing Keys/
Coded Speed Dialing Codes............................................................4-7
Storing/Editing Recipients for Group Dialing......................... 4-13
Specifying Recipients....................................................................... 4-22
Using One-Touch Speed Dialing Keys....................................... 4-22
Using Coded Speed Dialing Codes............................................. 4-24
Group Dialing..................................................................................... 4-26
Using Address Book Key................................................................. 4-28
Manual Sending ............................................................................... 4-32
Canceling TX Jobs............................................................................. 4-35
Checking and Deleting TX Jobs....................................................... 4-36
Checking Transmission Results.................................................... 4-36
Checking and Deleting Fax Documents Stored in
Memory................................................................................................ 4-37
5 Receiving Documents..................................................................... 5-1
Basic Receiving Method..................................................................... 5-2
Canceling RX Jobs .............................................................................. 5-4
Checking Reception Results .............................................................. 5-5

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6 Printing............................................................................................ 6-1
Printing Documents ........................................................................... 6-2
Collate Printing................................................................................... 6-4
2 on 1 Combination............................................................................ 6-5
Two-Sided Printing............................................................................. 6-6
Checking and Deleting Print Jobs..................................................... 6-7
Checking and Deleting Print Jobs .................................................6-7
7 Scanning.......................................................................................... 7-1
Scanning to a Computer (USB connection only).............................. 7-2
Canceling Scan Jobs ........................................................................... 7-4
Canceling Scan Jobs to a Computer.............................................7-4
8 PC Faxing......................................................................................... 8-1
PC Faxing............................................................................................. 8-2
9 Remote UI........................................................................................ 9-1
Remote UI............................................................................................ 9-2

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10 Maintenance ...............................................................................10-1
Cleaning the Machine ...................................................................... 10-2
Exterior ................................................................................................. 10-2
Interior.................................................................................................. 10-3
Fuser Roller.......................................................................................... 10-7
Scanning area .................................................................................... 10-8
Replacing the Toner Cartridge ......................................................10-10
Redistributing Toner......................................................................10-11
Replacing the Toner Cartridge with a New One ..................10-14
Transporting the Machine ............................................................. 10-19
11 Troubleshooting .........................................................................11-1
Clearing Jams.................................................................................... 11-2
Document Jams ................................................................................ 11-3
Paper Jams .......................................................................................... 11-4
LCD Messages .................................................................................11-12
Error Codes......................................................................................11-19
If <LOAD CORRECT PAPER> is displayed ......................................11-21
Re-loading the Paper.....................................................................11-21
Changing the Paper Size Setting ..............................................11-22
If a Power Failure Occurs................................................................ 11-24
If You Cannot Solve a Problem ...................................................... 11-25

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12 Machine Settings........................................................................12-1
Machine Settings.............................................................................. 12-2
Printing USER DATA LIST ................................................................ 12-2
Accessing the Setting Menu......................................................... 12-4
Setting Menu .................................................................................... 12-6
PAPER SETTINGS................................................................................ 12-6
VOLUME CONTROL........................................................................... 12-7
BROADCAST........................................................................................ 12-7
COMMON SETTINGS........................................................................ 12-8
COPY SETTINGS................................................................................. 12-9
FAX SETTINGS...................................................................................12-10
ADDRESS BOOK SET.......................................................................12-14
PRINTER SETTINGS .........................................................................12-15
TIMER SETTINGS..............................................................................12-15
ADJUST./CLEANING........................................................................12-16
REPORT SETTINGS ..........................................................................12-17
SYSTEM SETTINGS ..........................................................................12-18

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13 Appendix.....................................................................................13-1
Specifications ................................................................................... 13-2
General ................................................................................................. 13-2
Copier.................................................................................................... 13-3
Printer ................................................................................................... 13-4
Facsimile .............................................................................................. 13-4
Telephone............................................................................................ 13-6
Index.................................................................................................. 13-7

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How to Use This Guide
Symbols Used in This Manual
The following symbols are used throughout the manuals for the machine and indicate the
warnings, cautions and notes you should keep in mind when using the machine.
Indicates a warning that may lead to death or serious injury if not observed.
Explains how to avoid actions that could injure you or damage your
machine.
Explains operating restrictions and how to avoid minor difficulties.
In addition, this guide uses distinctive notations to identify keys and information in the LCD:
The keys you press appear in square brackets: [Stop/Reset].
Information in the LCD appears in angle brackets: <LOAD PAPER>.
The numbers that point to the keys on the operation panel diagram correspond to the
order of steps to take in the procedure.
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Legal Notices
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Canon U.S.A., Inc. has determined that this
product meets the ENERGY STAR Program for energy efficiency.
The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an
international program that promotes energy saving through the use of
computers and other office equipment.
The program backs the development and dissemination of products
with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an
open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily.
The targeted products are office equipment, such as computers,
displays, printers, facsimiles, and copiers. The standards and logos are
uniform among participating nations.
Trademarks
Canon, the Canon logo, and imageCLASS are trademarks of Canon Inc.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server and Windows Vista are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
All other product and brand names are registered trademarks, trademarks or service marks
of their respective owners.

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Copyright
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Canon Inc.
Disclaimers
The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
CANON INC. MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WITH REGARD TO THIS MATERIAL, EITHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION,
THEREOF, WARRANTIES AS TO MARKETABILITY, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF USE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. CANON INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR ANY DIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, OR LOSSES
OR EXPENSES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS MATERIAL.