Canon BJC-3000 Series User manual

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Contents
Introduction
How to Use This Manual
Printer Features
Parts and Functions of the Printer
Front View
Rear View
Inside the Printer
Operation Panel
Connecting and Switching On the Printer
About the Printer Cable
Notes on Handling the USB Interface
Connecting the Power Cord
Switching the Printer On
Switching the Printer Off
Printing on Paper and Other Media
Media Size You Can Use with the Printer
Media Type You Can Use with the Printer
Media Type You Cannot Use with the Printer
Loading Paper and Other Media

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Setting the Paper Thickness Lever
Printing Area
Notes on Handling Media
Using Plain Paper or High Resolution Paper
Using Envelopes
Using Transparencies
Using Back Print Film
Using Glossy Photo Paper
Using High Gloss Photo Film
Using Glossy Photo Cards
Using Banner Paper
Using T-Shirt Transfers
Using the BJ Cartridges
BJ Cartridges You Can Use with the Printer
Notes on Handling the BJ Cartridges
Switching and Storing the BJ Cartridges
Setting the Printer Driver
Printer Driver Basics
Preparing and Executing a Print job
Selecting the Print Mode
Selecting the BJ Cartridge
Selecting the Media Type and Paper Size
About Detailed Print Settings
Using On-line Help for Printer Driver

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Printing Photographs
Tips for Printing Photographic Images (I)
Tips for Printing Photographic Images (II)
About Photo Optimizer
Using the Scanner
Scanner Driver Basics
Installing the Scanner Cartridge
Using the White Calibration Sheet
Using the Scanning Holder
About the Scanning Area
Launching IS Scan
Changing the Scanning Mode
Saving the Image
Using On-line Help for IS Scan Software
Routine Maintenance
Prolonging the Service Life of the Printer
BJ Cartridge Maintenance
When to Replace the BJ Cartridge
Printing a Nozzle Check Pattern
Cleaning the Print Head
Replacing the Ink Tanks
Replacing the BJ Cartridge
Aligning the Print Head
Cleaning the Printer
Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers

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Transporting the Printer
Troubleshooting
Printout is Unsatisfactory
Printer Does Not Start or Stops in Mid-job
Paper Jams or Does Not Feed
The POWER Lamp Flashes Orange
An Error Message Appears
Scanner Problems
Other Problems
Avoiding Problems
Before you Call for Help
Specifications
Index
Appendix
Driver and Utility Guide for Windows Users
Driver and Utility Guide for Machintosh Users

6Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the BJC-3000 Bubble Jet Printer.
This Reference Guide provides complete explanations of the features and functions of the
printer. To maximise the life of your printer, familiarise yourself fully with its functions and
how to use it.
Note
This manual uses the following symbols depending on the computer system you are using.
Always observe the instructions indicated by these symbols.
Indicates information for Windows 98 and Windows 95 users only.
Indicates information for iMac and Power Macintosh G3 users only.
For detailed information on the printer driver settings, see the "Driver and Utility Guide for
Windows Users" section in this Reference Guide or the "Driver and Utility Guide for Macin-
tosh Users" (separate booklet).
If you are a Windows NT 4.0 user, also refer to the document file (NT_Guide320.doc) pro-
vided with the Windows NT printer driver.
Windows
Macintosh

7How to Use This Manual
How to UseThis Manual
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9Printer Features
Printer Features
■ 1440 dpi Full Colour Printing with Color BJ Cartridges
Prints bright, vibrant colours at 1440 (horizontal) x 720 (vertical) dots per inch on print
media such as High Resolution Paper HR-101S.
■ High-speed Colour Printing with Color BJ Cartridges
Adopts the bi-directional printing system for virtually fuss-free, fast printing not only for
monochrome but also for colour printouts.
■ Separate InkTanks for Economy
The simple design of the ink tanks allows each tank to supply one colour. Each ink tank is
transparent so you can visually check the ink supply before print jobs.
When one ink tank runs out of ink, just replace it without disturbing the other ink tanks.
■ Variety of Print Media
Allows use of a wide variety of print media for many application programs.
High Resolution Paper, Banner Paper, T-Shirt Transfers, Back Print Film and other special
media are available for your work and enjoyment.
■ Dual interface (USB and parallel)
Features built-in USB and parallel interface connectors. The USB interface of the printer
supports the Microsoft Windows 98 operating system, and iMac and Power Macintosh G3
computers.
■ 720-dpi Full Scanner Function (option)
If you purchase the Color Image Scanner Cartridge IS-32, you can also use your printer as
a scanner. You can capture your favorite photographs and pictures and then edit them on
your computer.

10Parts and Functions of the Printer
Parts and Functions of the Printer
Front View
Rear View
Inside the Printer
Operation Panel

11Parts and Functions of the Printer
Front View
Paper Output Tray
Holds printed sheets after they are ejected
from the printer.
Paper Guide
Ensures that the sheets from the stack in the auto
sheet feeder feed straight into the printer. Always
align this guide with the left edge of the paper
loaded in the auto sheet feeder.
Paper Rest
Raise to support the paper,
especially a larger paper size.
Auto Sheet Feeder
Holds sheets of paper or other
media for printing. The auto
sheet feeder holds multiple
sheets which are automatically
fed into the printer one sheet at
a time.
Operation Panel
For details, see the
Operation Panel section.
Operation Panel
Front Cover
Open to install, replace or switch the BJ
Cartridges, or to remove a paper jam.
Paper Thickness Lever
Adjusts the gap between the print
head and the surface of the paper for
the type of paper you are printing on.

12Parts and Functions of the Printer
RearView
Printer Cable Connector (Parallel Interface)
Provides a connection point for connecting a parallel
interface cable to the printer.
Printer Cable Connector (USB Interface)
Provides a connection point for connecting a
USB interface cable to the printer.
Power Connector
Provides a connection point for
connecting the power cord to the
AC power outlet. The power cord
may or may not be permanently
attached to the printer, depending
on the country of purchase.

13Parts and Functions of the Printer
Inside the Printer
Cartridge Holder
Set the BJ Cartridge (colour, photo, black) or scanner cartridge.
Cartridge Lock Lever
Locks the BJ Cartridges onto the cartridge holder.

14Parts and Functions of the Printer
Operation Panel
POWER button
Press to switch the printer on
and off.
RESUME button
After you have removed the cause of a printer
error, press the RESUME button to resume
printing.
POWER lamp
Lights to indicate the status of the printer.
Off: Printer power off.
On (green): Ready for operation.
Flashing (green): Standby status or print job in progress.
Flashing (orange): Printer error. Remove the cause of the error before
printing is resumed.
Flashing (orange and green): Service error. Contact a Canon service facility.

15Parts and Functions of the Printer
Hold down the reset button until the power lamp starts to flash.Then,
release the button.The following operations are performed, depending on
how many times you let the lamp flash:
• If you release the button after the lamp flashes once:
Print head cleaning is performed.
• If you release the button after the lamp flashes twice:
A nozzle check pattern is printed out.
• If you release the button after the lamp flashes three times:
Paper feed roller cleaning is performed
In this case,you must place the cleaning sheet in the auto sheet feeder in
advance.
Note

16Connecting and Switching On the Printer
Connecting and Switching On the Printer
About the Printer Cable
Notes on Handling the USB Interface
Connecting the Power Cord
Switching the Printer On
Switching the Printer Off

17Connecting and Switching On the Printer
About the Printer Cable
The printer is equipped with a parallel interface and USB interface. To connect the printer to
your computer, you need a commercially available parallel or USB printer cable(interface
cable) that supports bi-directional communication. The bi-directional communication capa-
bility is required for the Printer Status feature to operate.
Check the interface connector of your computer, read a brief description
about the interface below, and follow the instructions in the "Getting
Started" manual to set up the printer.
Recommended printer cable specifications are as follows.
Recommended printer cables (parallel):
Material: AWG28 or larger
Type: Twisted-pair shielded cable
Length: Up to 2.0m (6.5 ft)
Connectors: Amphenol 30360 or equivalent
Recommended printer cables (USB):
Material: AWG28 (data wiring pair) or AWG20 to 28
(distribution pair)
Type: Twisted-pair shielded cable
Length: Up to 5.0m (16.4 ft)
Connectors: USB standard Series B pluggable

18Connecting and Switching On the Printer
Notes on Handling the USB Interface
When you use the printer through the USB interface, you can connect or disconnect the
USB interface cable while the printer and computer are turned on. However, you must take
care over the following points.
Follow the correct order to install the printer driver properly.
When you connect the printer and computer using the USB interface
cable, follow the order described in the Getting Started manual.
If you fail to follow the correct order, the printer driver may not be
installed properly.
Do not connect or disconnect the USB interface cable in the following
circumstances.
When you use the printer with the USB interface, you can connect or
disconnect the USB interface cable while the printer and computer are
turned on. However, do not connect or disconnect the USB interface cable
in the following circumstances; the printer and computer may not operate
properly.
• While the printer driver is being installed
• While the operating system (Windows 98 or Mac OS) is starting up
• While the printer is printing

19Connecting and Switching On the Printer
Notes on Handling the USB Interface
Wait for at least 5 seconds before connecting the USB interface cable
again.
When you disconnect the USB interface cable while the printer and
computer are turned on and connect it again, wait for at least 5 seconds.
If you connect the USB interface cable immediately after disconnecting,
the printer and computer may not operate properly.
When you connect multiple printers using the USB interface, use the
external USB hub.
When you connect multiple printers using the USB interface, use the
external USB hub and then install the printer driver each time you connect
the printer. For more details on the procedures for installing the printer
driver, please refer to the Driver and Utility Guide for Windows Users in the
Reference Guide (CD-ROM) or the Driver and Utility Guide for Macintosh
Users (book), depending on the computer system you are using.
Disconnect the USB interface cable on the side of the computer or USB
hub.
When you disconnect the USB interface cable while the printer and
computer are turned on, always disconnect on the side of the computer or
USB hub.

20Connecting and Switching On the Printer
Connecting the Power Cord
Plug the power cord into a power outlet securely.
• Never use a power supply voltage and frequency other than standard
power supply provided in the country where you purchased the printer.
Using the incorrect voltage and frequency could cause fire or electric
shock. The correct power supply voltages and frequencies are as follows.
Europe: AC 230V±10%, 50Hz
USA/Canada: AC 120V, 60Hz
Australia: AC 240V, 50Hz
• For pluggable equipment, the power outlet should be near the printer and
should be easily accessible.
• Never move the printer with the power cord still plugged into the power
outlet.
• Do not connect the printer to an outlet that is shared by other appliances.
If the power outlet is shared with other appliances such as an air condi
tioner, photo copier or fluorescent lamp, the electrical noise generated by
the appliance could cause printer malfunctions. You should also avoid
placing electrical appliances of this type close to the printer.
The power cord may be permanently attached to the printer, depending on
the country of purchase.
Caution
Important
Note