Canon IP90 quick start Printing Maintenance Check the Print Head condition

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Printing Maintenance

4 Check the Print Head condition.

(1)Print a nozzle check pattern to check the Print Head condition. See "Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern" on page 42.

(2)If the problem persists, perform step 3 again.

(3)If the problem persists, the printer may have run out of ink. See "Replacing an Ink Tank" on page 61.

(4)If the problem persists, the Print Head may be damaged. Contact your dealer or Canon Customer Care Center.

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Ensure that the printer is turned on.

Open the BJ Printer Utility dialog box.

Note The BJ Printer Utility cannot be used with Bluetooth communication.

(1)Double-click the hard disk icon where the printer driver was installed, the Applications folder, and then the Utilities folder.

(2)Double-click the Printer Setup Utility icon.

If you are using the OS other than Mac OS X v.10.3, double-click the Print Center icon.

(3)Select iP90 from the Name list and click Utility or Configure.

(4)Select iP90 from the Product list and click Maintenance.

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Contents Quick Start Guide Photo PrinterGetting Help from Canon Series Photo Printer Quick Start Guide Copyright Contents Turning on the Printer Open the Paper Support Press the Power buttonBasic Printing Important About the Power Plug To turn off the printer, press the Power buttonTurning off the Printer „ Preparing the Printer Loading Paper„ Print Media to Avoid Flatten the four corners of the paper before loading itBasic Printing Prepare to load paper „ Loading Plain PaperLoad the paper „ Loading Envelopes „ Loading 4 x 6 size papers Select 4 x 6 in in Page Size„ Photo Quality Media Using Speciality MediaDocuments „ Canon Speciality Media Paper ThicknessPrinting with Windows Click Preferences or PropertiesBasic Printing Specify the required settings Print the documentPrinting with Macintosh Create a document or open a file to print Select Paper SizeSelect Quality & Media Canceling Printing Printing Data through Infrared Communication „ Requirements for Infrared Communication with the ComputerSet up the printer „ Requirements for Infrared Communication with the PDAWindows Start the Canon iP90 Setup UtilityClick Infrared/Bluetooth connection Print Settings tab MacintoshSelect a desired layout for printing Basic Printing „ Changing the Document Print Settings Basic Printing „ Performing Infrared Communication Start Infrared CommunicationWhen printing with a mobile phone or PDA Advanced Printing Advanced Printing„ Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Device Open the Paper Support and turn on the printerConnect the PictBridge compliant device to the printer „ Default Device Settings About the Settings Explained Below„ About Paper Size and Paper Type Advanced Printing „ About Image Data Format for Printing„ About Layout and Trimming Advanced Printing „ About Image optimize „ About Date printAccessing Printer Driver Your application, select the command to print a documentTo manually adjust Print Quality settings Adjusting Print Quality for PhotographsPrinter Driver Settings Paper and InkPage To automatically optimize the image To use Vivid Photo option To reduce noise from images captured with a digital camera Click OK Click OK on the Profiles tab Click the Profiles tab Enter new settings in ProfilesClick Add to Profiles Advanced Printing Open the Print dialog box „ PhotoRecord Windows Using the Bundle Software„ Easy-PhotoPrint Windows/Macintosh „ Easy-WebPrint WindowsPrinting Borderless Photographs Start Easy-PhotoPrintAdvanced Printing Select photographs Selection tab Advanced Printing Select the paperSelect the layout Print tab Select Borderless fullWhen Printing Becomes Faint or Colors are Incorrect Printing Maintenance„ Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Printing the Nozzle Check PatternPrint the Nozzle Check Pattern Click Print Check Pattern Printing Maintenance Print the Nozzle Check Pattern Click Nozzle Check Click Print Check Pattern„ Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Confirm the printed nozzle check patternSee Print Head Cleaning on Print Head Cleaning Printing Maintenance Start Print Head Cleaning Printing Maintenance Check the Print Head condition Select Cleaning from the pop-up menu Printing Maintenance Check the Print Head condition Print Head Deep Cleaning Printing Maintenance Start Print Head Deep Cleaning Click Deep CleaningPrinting Maintenance Check the Print Head condition Select Cleaning from the pop-up menu Printing Maintenance Check the Print Head condition Aligning the Print Head Print the patternAlign the Print Head Select Test Print from the pop-up menu Printing Maintenance Align the Print Head Replacing an Ink Tank „ Replacing an Ink TankPrinting Maintenance Remove the empty ink tank Prepare a replacement ink tankPrinting Maintenance Insert the ink tank Close the Print Head CoverCheck the message, and click Yes „ Resetting the Ink CounterSelect the replaced ink tank, and click OK Click Ink Counter Reset Printing Maintenance Reset the Ink Counter „ How Low Ink Warning Setting Works Low Ink Warning DisplayHow to Display Low Ink Warning Correctly Troubleshooting When an Error OccursCannot Install the Printer Driver Problem Possible Cause Try ThisClick Custom Install Print Quality is Poor or Contains Errors See Insert the ink tank. onSee Paper Does Not Feed Properly on Troubleshooting Printer Hardware Curl, clean the Paper Feed Roller Paper Does Not Feed ProperlyHandling Error Messages Number Flashes Possible Cause Try ThisTroubleshooting An Error Message Appears on the Screen Printer not readySee Resetting the Ink Counter on Message and ?, change a setup in accordance with Cannot Print Properly through Infrared Communication Cannot Print Properly from the Digital Camera Possible Cause Try ThisTroubleshooting Appendix AppendixAppendix User’s Guide Table of Contents „ Canon Cradle Kit CK-51B Accessory Options„ Canon Li-ion Battery LB-51 „ Canon Portable Kit LK-51B„ Canon Automobile Power Unit PU-100U „ Bluetooth Unit BU-10Traveling Abroad with the Printer „ About Universal AC Adapter and Power Cord„ Fill Out the Ciws Card „ The Cautions When Carrying Printer Specifications PrinterUniversal AC Adapter Camera Direct PrintBJ Printer Driver System Requirements AppendixAdditional System Requirements for Electric Manual Safety Precautions PrinterPrecautions Thinners, etc. on top of the printerRegulatory Information Color Printer Model K10249Canon U.S.A., INC. 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IP90 specifications

The Canon IP90 is a portable inkjet printer that combines convenience with high-quality output, making it an excellent choice for professionals and on-the-go users. Launched as part of Canon's PIXMA series, the IP90 stands out with its compact design and robust functionality.

One of the most notable features of the Canon IP90 is its portability. Weighing just a few pounds, this printer is easily transportable, allowing users to print documents from various locations—whether at home, in the office, or while traveling. It operates on both AC power and battery power, with an optional battery pack, enhancing its versatility.

The Canon IP90 utilizes Canon's FINE (Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) technology, which ensures exceptional print quality. This technology employs microscopic nozzles that deliver precise ink droplets, resulting in sharp text and vibrant images. The printer's maximum print resolution of up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi produces stunning color outputs, making it ideal for printing photos as well as business documents.

Speed is another significant characteristic of the Canon IP90. It can print up to 20 pages per minute for black-and-white documents and about 14 pages per minute for color prints. This efficiency makes it a practical choice for users who need quick and reliable results.

The printer supports a wide range of paper sizes, including letter, legal, and photo sizes, as well as various media types like glossy photo paper and plain paper. This flexibility caters to diverse printing needs, from professional documents to personal keepsakes.

Connectivity is seamless with the Canon IP90, featuring USB and Bluetooth options to cater to various devices. The Bluetooth feature allows users to print wirelessly from smartphones, tablets, and laptops, enhancing convenience in today's mobile digital world.

Additionally, the Canon IP90 offers easy-to-use control features, including a simple interface and straightforward buttons for managing print jobs. Its compact footprint requires minimal desk space, making it suitable for small work environments.

In summary, the Canon IP90 is a feature-rich, portable inkjet printer that excels in print quality, speed, and versatility. With its blend of innovative technology and user-friendly design, it serves as a reliable printing solution for those seeking high performance while on the move.
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