Canon S 100 User manual

User’s Guide
BUBBLE JET PRINTER
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Table of Contents
Introduction .....................................................................................................5
How to Use This Manual .................................................................................6
Safety Precautions .........................................................................................8
Printer Parts and Their Functions .................................................................14
Front View ...................................................................................................15
Rear View ....................................................................................................16
Inside the Printer .........................................................................................17
Printer Driver Functions (Windows) ..............................................................18
Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box .................................................19
Printer Properties Dialog Box Description ...................................................21
BJ Status Monitor Functions .......................................................................38
Cancelling a Print Job .................................................................................41
Uninstalling Printer Drivers ..........................................................................42
Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) ............................................................43
Description of Print Settings ........................................................................44
BJ Print Monitor ...........................................................................................58
Cancelling a Print Job .................................................................................60
Using the Printer with a Network .................................................................61
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Uninstalling Printer Drivers ..........................................................................65
Routine Maintenance ....................................................................................66
When to Replace the Cartridge and Maintain Print Head ...........................67
Replacing the Ink Cartridge .........................................................................68
Replacing the BJ Cartridge .........................................................................73
Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern ..............................................................79
Print Head Cleaning ....................................................................................83
Cleaning the Printer .....................................................................................86
Transporting the Printer ...............................................................................88
Printing Media ...............................................................................................91
Compatible Media Types .............................................................................92
Envelopes ....................................................................................................94
High Resolution Paper HR-101N ................................................................98
Glossy Photo Paper GP-301N/GP-301 .....................................................100
High Gloss Film HG-101 ............................................................................102
Glossy Photo Cards FM-101 .....................................................................104
Transparencies CF-102 .............................................................................106
T-Shirt Transfers TR-201 ...........................................................................108
Banner Paper ............................................................................................110
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................113
Cannot Install the Printer Driver ................................................................114
Print Quality is Poor or Contains Errors .....................................................116
Printer Does Not Start or Stops During Print Jobs ....................................130
Paper Does Not Feed Properly or Paper Jams .........................................137
Ink Runs Out Too Quickly .........................................................................140

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An Error Message is Displayed on the Screen ..........................................141
Problems Unique to Windows ...................................................................150
Problems Unique to the Macintosh ...........................................................154
Appendices .................................................................................................157
Deleting an Unknown Device ...................................................................158
Specifications .............................................................................................161
Index ...........................................................................................................174

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Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Canon S100 Bubble Jet Printer.This User’s Guide provides
comprehensive explanations of the features and functions of the printer.
This guide uses the following symbols to indicate important information. Always observe
these instructions.
Warning
➤ Instructions that, if ignored, could result in death or serious personal injury
caused by incorrect operation of the equipment.
Must be observed for safe operation.
Caution
➤
Instructions that, if ignored, could result in personal injury or material
damage caused by incorrect operation of the equipment.
Must be observed for safe operation.
Important
➤
Prohibited actions that, inadvertently performed, could result in equipment
damage, faults or impaired product quality.
Must be avoided for correct operation.
Information for Windows users only.
Information for Macintosh users only.
As far as the printer driver is concerned, all the descriptions and instructions in this guide
cover only Windows 98 and Windows Me. For detailed information on Windows 2000, refer
to extensive online instructions by selecting [Start] - [Programs] - [Canon S100] - [Guide].
Windows
Macintosh

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How to Use This Manual
How to UseThis Manual
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How to Use This Manual
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Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions
Please read the safety warnings and cautions provided in this manual to ensure that you
use the printer safely.Do not attempt to use the printer in any way not described in this
manual.
Warning
➤
You may cause an electric shock/fire or damage the printer if you ignore
any of these safety precautions.
■ Choosing a location
Do not place the printer close to flammable solvents such as alcohol or thinners.
■ Power supply
Never attempt to plug in or unplug the printer from the power supply when your hands
are wet.
Always push the plug all the way into the power outlet.
Never damage, modify, stretch or excessively bend or twist the
power cord. Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.

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Safety Precautions
Never plug the printer into a power socket that is shared with other
equipment (extension lead, double adapter, etc.).
Never use the printer if the power cord is bundled or knotted.
If you detect smoke, unusual smells or strange noises around the printer, immediately
unplug the printer at the power supply and call for service.
■ Cleaning the printer
Use a damp cloth to clean the printer.Never use flammable solvents
such as alcohol, benzene or thinners.
If flammable solvents come in contact with electrical components inside the printer,
it could cause a fire or electric shock.
Always unplug the printer from the power outlet before cleaning the printer.

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Safety Precautions
■ Maintaining the printer
Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the printer.There are no user serviceable parts
inside the printer.
The printer contains high-voltage components.Never attempt any maintenance procedure not described in
this guide.
■ Working around the printer
Do not use inflammable sprays near the printer.
This could cause a fire or electric shock if the spray comes into contact with electrical components inside
the printer.

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Safety Precautions
Caution
➤ You may cause injury or damage the printer if you ignore any of these
safety precautions.
■ Choosing a location
Do not install the printer in a location that is unstable or subject to excessive vibration.
Do not install the printer in locations that are very humid or dusty, in direct sunlight,
outdoors, or close to a heating source.
To avoid the risk of fire or electric shocks, install the printer in a location with an ambient temperature range
of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) and humidity of 10% to 90% (condensation free).
Do not place the printer on a thick rug or carpet.
Ensure that the area around the power outlet is kept clear at all times
so you can easily unplug the power cord if necessary.
When moving the printer, carry the printer at both ends.

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Safety Precautions
■ Power supply
Never remove the plug by pulling on the cord.
Do not use an extension lead.
If you do not intend to use the printer for a long period of time, unplug the printer.
Never use a power supply voltage other than that supplied in the country of purchase.
The correct power supply voltage and frequency is as follows:
Europe: AC 230V ± 10%, 50Hz
USA/Canada: AC 120V, 60Hz
Australia: AC 240V, 50Hz

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Safety Precautions
■ Working around the printer
Never put your hands or fingers in the printer while it is printing.
Do not place metal objects (paper clips, staples, etc.) or containers of flammable
solvents (alcohol, thinners. etc.) on top of the printer.
If any foreign object (metal or liquid) falls into the printer, unplug the power cord and call
for service.
■ BJ cartridges and ink cartridges
For safety reasons store BJ cartridges and ink cartridges out of the reach of small
children.
If a child ingests any ink, consult a doctor immediately.
Do not shake BJ cartridges or ink cartridges.
Ink may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area.
Never touch the electrical contacts on a BJ cartridge after printing.
The metal parts may be very hot and could cause burns.

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Printer Parts and Their Functions
Printer Parts andTheir Functions
•Front View
•Rear View
•Inside the Printer

Front View 15
Printer Parts and Their Functions
Front View
Paper Guide
When loading paper,
ensure the left edge
just touches this guide.
To move the paper
guide, pinch the knob
and slide in the
appropriate direction.
Paper Rest
Sheet Feeder
Load paper here.
Paper feeds automatically, one
sheet at a time.
Front Cover
Open to replace the ink cartridges
or remove jammed paper.
Paper OutputTray
RESUME/CANCEL Button
Press to resume printing once an
error has been resolved.The printer
will then initialise ready for printing.
Also, to cancel printing in progress,
press this button.
Do not open the front cover unnecessarily.
Print head cleaning will start automatically
when the cover is closed and this process
consumes ink.
This printer does not have a Power switch.
Warming up starts as soon as it is plugged
in. Unless unplugged, the printer will
remain ready to print with a very low level
of power consumption.

Rear View 16
Printer Parts and Their Functions
RearView
USB Port
Connects the printer to a computer
through a USB interface.

Inside the Printer 17
Printer Parts and Their Functions
Inside the Printer
Cartridge Holder
Install a BJ cartridge here.
Cartridge Lock Lever
Locks the BJ cartridge into the holder.
PaperThickness Lever
Adjusts the gap between the print head and the surface of the printing paper.

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Printer Driver Functions (Windows)
Printer Driver Functions (Windows)
•Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box
•Printer Properties Dialog Box Description
•BJ Status Monitor Functions
•Cancelling a Print Job
•Uninstalling Printer Drivers
Note
➤
As far as the printer driver is concerned, all the descriptions and
instructions in this guide cover only Windows 98 and Windows Me. For
detailed information onWindows 2000, refer to extensive online instructions
by selecting [Start] - [Programs] - [Canon S100] - [Guide].

Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box 19
Printer Driver Functions (Windows)
Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box
The Printer Properties dialog box can be opened from either within an application, or
directly from the Windows [Start] menu.
■ Opening the Printer Properties dialog box from your application program
This method is generally used to specify printer settings just before printing.
The operations may vary slightly depending on your application program.This section
describes only the general procedure for opening the Printer Properties dialog box.
1
In your application, select the command to print a document.
The [Print] dialog box can usually be opened by selecting [Print] from the
[File] menu.
2 Ensure that [Canon S100] is selected in the [Name] field.Then click the
[Properties] button.
The Printer Properties dialog box opens.
Note ➤Depending on your application program, the command and menu names
may differ, and there may be more steps involved in opening the Printer
Properties dialog box. For further details, see the user's manual for your
application.

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Printer Driver Functions (Windows)
■Opening the Printer Properties dialog box directly from the [Start] menu
This method is used for maintenance operations such as print head cleaning, or to
specify printer settings common to all application programs.
When the Printer Properties dialog box is opened from the [Start] menu, the Windows
operating system adds several tabs, including the [Details] tab.These do not appear
when the Printer Properties dialog box is opened from within an application.
For further information about these additional tabs, refer to your Windows
documentation.
1 Click the [Start] button, then select [Settings], [Printers].
2 Select the [Canon S100] icon.
3 Open the [File] menu and select [Properties].
The Printer Properties dialog box opens.