Canon imagePRESS C10000VP Instruction Manual

Practical Guide
for Advanced Printing
This document provides useful explanations about procedures for printing documents
and solutions to common printing problems. We recommend you read this document
and the e-Manual.
USRM2-6012-02 Copyright CANON INC. 2019

Contents
How to Get the Most Accurate Colors
Possible for Your Printouts� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2
Step 1 Eliminating the Basic Causes � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �2
Step 2 Changing Print Settings for a Job with the
imagePRESS Server � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �4
Smoothing Colors in Photographs, Figures,
Lines, and Text � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11
How to Print Clear Photos � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 13
Getting Clear Texts and Lines from Your
Machine � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �18
Changing Print Settings for a Job with the
imagePRESS Server � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 18
How to Make Transparency Effects Work As
Expected � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 26
For RGB Color Mode � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 26
For CMYK Color Mode � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 27
How to Solve the Overprint Problems� � � � � � � � � � � � � 30
How to Fix Misalignment of Images� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 33
Step 1 Eliminating the Basic Causes of Misalignment � � � � � � 34
Step 2 Adjusting Front/Back Side Edge Alignment of
the Image by Using the Guide Sheet� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 34
Step 3 Changing Settings on the Machine According to
Paper Characteristics� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 38
How to Fix Curled Printouts � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 42
Changing Settings on the Machine According to
Paper Characteristics� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 42
If the Corners of a Paper Fold or Bend During
Double-Sided Printing � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 45
Setting the Fiber Direction � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 45
Improving the Finish of Booklets � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �46
Step 1 Confirming the Basic Settings � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 46
Step 2 Confirming the Position of Text and Images
on the Page � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 48
Step 3 Adjusting Margins with Creep Compensation � � � � � � 50
Step 4 Checking the Cover Settings � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 51
How to Align Printouts � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 56
Repeated Paper Jams Caused by Paper
Wrapping around the Fixing Roller � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �58
Step 1 Understanding What Causes Paper to Wrap
around the Fixing Roller � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 59
Step 2 Keeping the Paper’s Moisture Content at an
Appropriate Level � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 60
Step 3 Changing the Machine’s Settings� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 60
Step 4 Try This If You Still Have the Same Problems � � � � � � � � 63
Improving Productivity� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 64
Speeding Up a Print Job by Using Thin Paper First� � � � � � � � � � 64
Replacing a Toner Cartridge without Stopping the
Print Job� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 65
Increasing a Paper Loading Capacity by Giving
Priority to the Lower Tray � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 66
Using Auto Drawer Switching to Its Fullest � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 67
Increasing Print Speed by Giving Priority to Either
Thin Paper or Heavy Paper � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 72
Speeding Up a Print Job by Giving Priority to
Productivity Rather Than Alignment When Using
Saddle Fold� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 73
Problems with Printouts That Look Like the
Following Images � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 74
Types of Paper You Can Use for Calibration
• The shape of the machine and available functions may vary, depending on the machine you are using� Unauthorized
reproduction of the contents of this document is prohibited�
• The information in this document is subject to change without notice�

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How to Get the Most
Accurate Colors Possible
for Your Printouts
Use the following procedures to adjust colors if a spot color in a
logo is not exactly reproduced, or if the colors on your printouts
are not acceptable, for example�
Step 1 Eliminating the Basic Causes (p� 2)
Step 2 Changing Print Settings for a Job with the imagePRESS Server (p� 4)
Step 1 Eliminating the Basic Causes
Find the answers to your questions about how to solve your problems�
Q� Do you calibrate the colors periodically?
A� The density and tone of colors may change gradually as you print large volumes of pages, which
means you cannot reproduce accurate colors� You need to calibrate the colors to solve the problem�
Solution
See the following references to calibrate the colors periodically�
”Adjustment for Image Quality and Finishing (Calibration)”> ”Adjust Image Quality” > ”Automatic Gradation
Adjustment” in the e-Manual
”Adjustment for Image Quality and Finishing (Calibration)”> ”Adjust Image Quality” > ” Automatic Colour Tone
Correction” in the e-Manual

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How to Get the Most Accurate Colors Possible for Your Printouts
Q� Are you using an appropriate simulation profile?
A� Use either the default simulation profile on your machine or the simulation profile designated by
your customer� If you use some other simulation profile, colors may change�
Solution
Double-click the job in Command WorkStation, and click [Color] →[Basic Settings]� The simulation profile currently set
is displayed� Specify the appropriate simulation profile, if necessary�
Simulation Prole for
CMYK/Grayscale
Simulation Prole for
RGB/LAB

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Step 2 Changing Print Settings for a Job with the imagePRESS Server
If you still have the same problem after you follow the procedures in step 1 "Eliminating the Basic Causes," change the
print settings in Command WorkStation on the imagePRESS Server as follows� However, the adjustments described in
this section change overall colors� If you want to change the colors of photos only, see the following�
"How to Print Clear Photos" (p� 13)
• Printing a Spot Color Accurately (p� 4)
• Changing the Colors of an Entire Page (p� 6)
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Printing a Spot Color Accurately
Try this procedure if you cannot reproduce a specified spot color� Registering spot colors in Command WorkStation
ensures consistency and accuracy in color reproduction�
1Click the [Device Center] tab in Command WorkStation →[Resources] →[Spot Colors]�
2Click [New] →[Spot Color]�

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3Register a spot color�
• For detailed instructions for registration, see the following help�
Command WorkStation > Help > Managing color > Spot Colors > Create, rename, or delete a spot color
or color group
4Double-click the job in Command WorkStation�
• [Job Properties] is displayed�
5Select the [Color] tab, and then click [Basic Settings]�
6Select the check box for [Spot color matching]�

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7Click [OK] →[OK]�
• Print a test sheet to check the finished result� If you are satisfied with the result, you can print the job�
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Changing the Colors of an Entire Page
If you think that the colors are somewhat dark overall, and you want to change the colors so they are just a little bit
lighter, try the following procedure to adjust the entire palette of colors on the page�
1Right-click the ripped job marked with in Command WorkStation →click [ImageViewer]�
• When using the imagePRESS Server B4000, the optional Graphic Arts Package Premium Web Activate is
required for using the Fiery Image Viewer�

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2Select the [Color Wheel] tab on the <Color Adjust> panel, and then move the slider to change
all the colors on the page so they appear the way you want�
• For detailed instructions about adjusting colors, see the help files for ImageViewer�
3To confirm if the colors are acceptable, click [File] →[Print] and do a test print�
• If you are satisfied with the result, save the adjusted settings by clicking [File] →[Save As], then print the job
that you just saved with the adjusted settings�

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Using a Custom Profile to Improve the Accuracy of Color Reproduction
If the color on printouts is not the same as you get when you print using preset profiles, you can create a
custom profile and use it to print a job� This column explains how to create a new custom profile by making
fine adjustments to the CMYK tone curves in an existing profile�
NOTE
If you use profile creation software instead of Command WorkStation to create custom profiles, see the
following reference and output the chart for color measurement from the imagePRESS Server�
1Click the [Device Center] tab in Command WorkStation →[Resources] →[Profiles]�
2Right-click the profile you want to use as a base to create a custom profile →click [Edit Profile]�

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3Adjust the CMYK tone curves, and then click [Save]�
• For detailed instructions on adjustments, see the help files on the <Color Editor> screen�
4Enter an easy to understand description in <Description> so that you can easily tell the difference
between profiles, and then click [Save]�

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5Click [Close] to close the <Color Editor> screen�
• The created custom profile is added to the list�
6Print a test sheet using the custom profile you created to check the result� If you are satisfied with
the result, you can print the job�

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Smoothing Colors in
Photographs, Figures,
Lines, and Text
If you specify the same color for a part of a photograph and a figure,
differences may appear in the printout as shown on the right, follow the
procedure below to solve the problem�
1Double-click the job in Command WorkStation on the imagePRESS Server�
• [Job Properties] is displayed�
2Click the [Image] tab → select [Resolution], [Error diffusion], or [Gradation] for the print settings
in <Printer’s halftone>, as necessary�

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Smoothing colors while keeping the gradation of photographs
We recommend [Gradation] for <Printer’s halftone>� The gradation setting is applied to photographs, figures,
lines, and text� As a result, you can reduce the differences in colors�
• [Gradation] is appropriate for producing gradations in images� For this reason, if you apply [Gradation] to text
and lines, jagged edges (rough edges in an image) may appear in the printout�
Smoothing colors while keeping both the gradation of photographs and the sharpness of text and lines
We recommend [Resolution] for <Printer’s halftone>� The resolution setting is applied to photographs, figures,
lines, and text� As a result, you can reduce the differences in colors�
Smoothing colors while reducing jagged edges on text and lines
We recommend [Error diffusion] for <Printer’s halftone>� This error diffusion setting is applied to photographs,
figures, lines, and text� As a result, you can reduce the differences in colors�
• For the patterns of the halftone, see "Patterns for <Printer's halftone>�" (p� 21)
• A difference in the colors may be caused by the transparency effect�
3Click [OK]�
• Print a test sheet to check the colors� If you are satisfied with the result, you can print the job�

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How to Print Clear Photos
If the characteristics of photos, such as the brightness, contrast, color, and
sharpness, are different from what you expected, follow the procedure
below to print better photos�
1Right-click the job in Command WorkStation on the imagePRESS Server →click [Image
Enhance Visual Editor]�
• If [Image Enhance Visual Editor] is not displayed, see "When Image Enhance Visual Editor Is Unavailable�" (p� 16)

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2Adjust the values for <Tone>, <Color>, <Sharpness>, and <Red-Eye Correction> on the <Image
Enhance Visual Editor> screen�
3Click [File] →[Proof Print] to check the finished result�
• If you are satisfied with the result, click [File] →[Save] to save the adjusted values, and then you can print the
job�

How to Print Clear Photos
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Reducing Jagged Edges and Emphasizing Edges
If you want to reduce jagged edges and reduce noise, or if you want to emphasize edges and smooth
images, try the following procedure to improve the printed image�
1Double-click the job in Command WorkStation on the imagePRESS Server�
• [Job Properties] is displayed�
2Click the [Image] tab and change the print settings for <Image smoothing> or <Sharpness>, as
necessary�
Reducing jagged edges and reducing noise
Select the check box for <Image smoothing>�
Emphasizing edges and smoothing images
To emphasize edges, select a positive value�
To smooth images, select a negative value�

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When Image Enhance Visual Editor Is Unavailable
When Image Enhance Visual Editor is unavailable, you can select [Image Enhance] and adjust the
brightness, contrast, color, and sharpness of photos� However, if you make these adjustments, the adjusted
values are applied to future jobs as well as the current job� Be sure to restore the settings to their defaults
when you finish the job�
1
C lick the [Device Center] tab in Command WorkStation →[Workflows] →[Image Enhance] →
[Edit]�
2Select <Custom Settings> on the <Image Enhance Settings> screen, and adjust the values for
<Exposure>, <Color>, <Shadows & Highlights>, <Sharpness>, and <Red-Eye Correction>�
3Click [OK]�
• Print a test sheet to check the finished result� If you are satisfied with the result, you can print the
job�

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3Click [OK]�
• Print a test sheet to check the finished result� If you are satisfied with the result, you can print the
job�
• To restore the values to their defaults after printing the job, return to the <Image Enhance
Settings> screen, select <Automatic>, and click [OK]�
What to Do If, After Printing Large Volumes of Text Documents, Colors in
Photos Are Inconsistent
If you clean inside the main unit after printing large volumes of text documents, you can reduce the
inconsistency of colors in the photos that you print�
Clean inside the main unit�
Press →[Adjustment/Maintenance] →
[Maintenance] →[Clean Inside Main Unit]�
"Maintenance" > "Output Paper Becomes Dirty
(Cleaning Inside of the Main Unit)" in the e-Manual

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Getting Clear Texts and
Lines from Your Machine
If you are not satisfied with printouts because of faint, blurry, or rough
edges on text and lines, follow the procedures below to solve the
problems�
Changing Print Settings for a Job with the imagePRESS Server
Change the print settings in Command WorkStation on the imagePRESS Server� Note that if you change the following
print settings, it may affect the print results, such as when printing photos� If possible, we recommend you change the
settings gradually, so you can judge the effect of the changes that you make�
• Printing figures, lines, and text with vivid clarity while keeping the smooth gradation of photographs
• Printing text with vivid clarity while keeping the smooth gradation of photographs, figures, and lines
• Reducing jagged edges on text and lines
• Printing text thicker because the thin lines of Roman fonts appear faint
• Reducing the thickness of outline fonts
"Changing Settings in the Image Tab" (p� 19)
• Printing black text and lines clearly
"Changing Settings in the Color Tab" (p� 24)