Canon imagePROGRAF GP-300 User manual

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RMC (Regulatory Model Code): K10548
RMC (Regulatory Model Code): K10547
Setup Guide
Read this manual before attempting to operate the printer. Keep this manual for future reference.
Furthermore, in order to ensure that this product is used safely, you should always also read the “Quick Guide” (separate
manual).
ENGLISH
Guide d’installation
Lisez ce manuel avant d’essayer d’utiliser l’imprimante. Conservez ce manuel pour toute consultation ultérieure.
De plus, afin de vous assurer que ce produit est utilisé en toute sécurité, lisez également le “Guide rapide” (manuel
distinct).
FRANÇAIS
Guia de configuração
Leia este manual antes de tentar operar a impressora. Guarde este manual para referência futura.
Além disso, para garantir que este produto seja usado com segurança, leia também o “Guia rápida” (manual separado).
PORTUGUÊS
Guía de configuración
Lea este manual antes de intentar operar la impresora. Conserve este manual a mano para futuras referencias.
Además, para garantizar que este producto se utilice de manera segura, siempre debe leer también la “Guía rápida”
(manual aparte).
ESPAÑOL

1
Overview of Setup Installation Space
The illustrations in this manual are using the GP-300 as an example for explanation. Note that your printer may look different from these
illustrations in some cases.
Set up the printer using the following procedure. If an error message appears
during setup or other problems occur, refer to "Responding to Messages" on
p. 14.
1
Removing the Packaging Material Page 4
2
Assembling the Printer Stand Page 4
3
Installing the Printer Page 4
4
Turning On the Printer Page 5
5
Installing the Ink Tanks Page 6
6
Installing the Print Head Page 8
7
Performing Print Head Adjustment Page 10
8
Selecting the Method of Connecting
to Your Computer Page 11
9
Installing the Software on Your
Computer Page 12
Loading Paper Page 13
About the Cleaning Brush Page 13
Printing From a Smartphone or Tablet Page 13
Displaying the Online Manual Page 13
Sending Information To Canon Page 13
Trademarks Page 13
Responding to Messages Page 14
When installing the printer, it is recommended that you secure the following
space around the printer.
Important
●The printer stand may not be included with the model you purchased.
Please note that the required space differs depending on whether the
options are used or not.
●The space required in front of the printer varies depending on how the
basket is used.
■GP-300
Required space* (W x D x H)
66.5 × 57.9 × 53.6 inches
1,689 × 1,470 × 1,360 mm
7.9 inches
(200 mm)
23.6 inches
(600 mm)*
7.9 inches
(200 mm)
11.8 inches (300 mm)
* When using the SD-33 printer stand
■GP-200
Required space* (W x D x H)
54.5 × 57.9 × 53.6 inches
1,382 × 1,470 × 1,360 mm
Required space** (W x D x H)
54.5 × 53.5 × 29.1 inches
1,382 × 1,358 × 739 mm
7.9 inches
(200 mm)
0.39 inches
(10 mm)**
7.9 inches
(200 mm)
11.8 inches (300 mm)
23.6 inches
(600 mm)*
23.6 inches
(600 mm)**
* When using the SD-24 printer stand
** When not using the printer stand
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2
Package Contents
Check that the following included accessories are contained in the package. Note that a cable to connect the printer to a computer is not provided with the
printer.
Note
●Some of the included accessories are not described in this manual. Store them along with the other accessories as they are required for other functions.
●For instructions on the included items not described in this manual, refer to the Online Manual by following the instructions in "Displaying the Online Manual"
on p. 13.
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a
b
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g
d
f
h
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aPrinter
bRoll holder (Already mounted on printer)
cHolder stopper *1
d3-inch paper core attachment (2 pieces)
ePrint head
fInk tanks (6 pieces)
gPaper for adjustment
hSetup Guide (this manual)
iSet of printer documentation
jSet of CD-ROMs
kPower cord
lStand set *2
*1 This is used when loading roll paper. For details, refer to the Online Manual.
*2 Only included with models where the printer stand is included as standard.
Note that it may be packaged in a separate box depending on the region
where you purchased the printer.
The items included with the printer stand are described in the Printer Stand
Setup Guide.
Manuals Included with This Printer
Setup Guide (this manual)
Describes how to setup the printer.
Printer Stand Setup Guide
Describes how to assemble the stand. This item might not be included depending on your model.
Quick Guide
Contains information related to warnings for using this printer safely and information related to replacing paper, ink tanks, and the print head.
Online Manual (Electronic Manuals)
This manual describes advanced usage of the printer such as paper saving tips, how to print a poster and banner with the supplied software and print quality
adjusting method, in addition to the basic instructions for printing on roll paper or cut sheet. To view the Online Manual, refer to "Displaying the Online Manual"
(p. 13).

3
Handling Cautions
Moving the Printer
●Have the following number of people grasp each side and the rear of the
printer. The weight may cause pain such as back pain.
GP-300 (Approx. 108 lb (49 kg)) 3 people or more
GP-200 (Approx. 91 lb (41 kg)) 3 people or more
For the GP-300
●Firmly grasp the carrying grips (A) on each side of the base and the rear of
the printer. Holding the printer at other positions is dangerous and cause
injury and damage if the printer is dropped.
A
A
A
Other
●Do not put the printer down or carry the printer with only the center of
the printer supported. This may cause damage to the printer.
●When setting the printer down temporarily, make sure to put the printer
on a flat, stable surface.

4
3
Installing the Printer
If you are not using the stand, install the printer in a location like the following.
2
Assembling the Printer Stand
Assemble the stand by referring to the Printer Stand Setup Guide (separate manual). If you are
not using the stand, proceed to "
3
Installing the Printer".
1
Removing the Packaging Material
1
Lift up the printer.
●For details on how to carry and the number of people, refer to
"Handling Cautions" (p. 3).
2
Place the printer on a stable flat location.
1
Remove the packaging material.
2
Remove all of the tape and other packaging material.
Remove the tape affixed to the roll holder.

5
4
Turning On the Printer
1
Connect the power cord to the printer.
●Insert the power cord into the power connector on the side of
the printer.
2
Turn on the printer.
3
When the language selection screen appears on the
touch screen, select and gently tap a language with
your finger. Then, if the screen for selecting a time zone
appears, select and tap your region.
4
Tap Next.
●Perform the remaining operations by following the instructions
on the screen. In the middle of these operations, there is a
choice about sending information. Read “Sending Information
To Canon” (P.13).
5
When a message prompting you to start the setup
appears on the touch screen, tap OK.

6
5
Installing the Ink Tanks
Instructions on ink tank installation are shown on the touch screen. Install the ink tanks as instructed. If the ink tank is cold, allow it to adjust to room temperature
before attaching it to the printer.
1
Open the ink tank covers by grasping the handles.
2
While pushing the tip of the ink tank lock lever
horizontally, open the ink tank lock lever upwards.
3
Shake each ink tank gently 1 or 2 times before opening its pouch.
Important
●Failure to shake the ink tanks may result in reduced print quality because ink ingredients have settled on the
bottom of the tank.
4
Open the pouch and remove the ink tank.
Important
●Never touch the ink outlets or metal contacts (the area shown shaded in the diagram).
Touching these parts may cause stains, damage the ink tank, and affect print quality.
●Avoid dropping the ink tank after removing it from the pouch.
Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains.
●Do not remove ink tanks to shake them after they have been mounted.
Doing so may cause ink to spill.
5
Check that the color of the ink tank is the same as the color displayed on the label in the printer, and insert the ink tank into
the holder in the orientation shown in the diagram.
●Insert with the ink tank label facing up and ensuring that the text on the label is not upside-down.
Match the color of the ink tank
label to the color of the label
in the printer

7
6
Close the ink tank lock lever until it clicks.
Important
●Take particular care with the BK
and MBK ink tanks that are easy
to confuse.
7
Repeat steps 2 to 6 to install each of the ink tanks.
8
Close the ink tank cover.
9
Check that the color of the ink tank that was set is
displayed on the touch screen, and tap OK.
Important
●If the touch screen does not show the color, repeat steps 2 and
6.

8
6
Installing the Print Head
Instructions are now shown on the touch screen regarding print head installation. Install the print head by following the instructions.
1
Open the top cover.
Important
●Do not move the carriage (the area enclosed by a circle in the
diagram). If you accidentally move it, temporarily close the top
cover and it will return to its original position.
2
Tilt the print head lock lever towards you.
3
Open the print head locking cover and tap OK on the
touch screen. At this time, check that there is no dirt on
the electrical contacts of the carriage.
Contacts on the carriage
4
Grasp the print head as shown in the diagram and
remove it from the bag.
Hold here
5
Remove the orange protective caps in the order shown in
the diagram.
Hold here to
remove
Important
●Do not touch the part that was being
protected by the protective cap (part
shown shaded in the diagram) under any
circumstances. Touching it may cause
damage to the print head or printing
problems.
●The print head is filled with ink. Be careful to
avoid getting your clothes and surrounding
items dirty when removing the protective
caps. It is recommended that you remove
the protective caps above the bag that
contained the print head.
●Do not reattach the protective caps after
removing them. Furthermore, dispose of
them according to local regulations.
6
Install the print head.
●Align the print head so that the area enclosed by a circle in the
diagram is facing you, and carefully push the print head firmly
into the printer, ensuring that the part covered by the protective
caps does not touch the carriage.

9
7
Pull the print head locking cover down toward you to lock
the print head in place.
8
Push the print head lock lever all the way to the end.
9
Check that the triangle mark on the angle adjustment
lever is aligned with the red ■. If they are not aligned,
move the angle adjustment lever up or down to align it
with the ■.
Triangle mark
Red ■
10
Close the top cover.