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Basic Guide Please read this guide before operating this equipment. After you finish reading this guide, store it in a safe place for future reference. Series What Can I Do with This Machine? Before Using the Machine Document Handling Print Media Sending Faxes Receiving Faxes Copying...
● Considerable effort has been made to make sure that the manuals for the machine are free of inaccuracies and omissions. However, as we are constantly improving our products if you need an exact specification, please contact Canon. ● The machine illustration on the cover may differ slightly from your machine.
What Can I Do with This Machine? Fax Features Specify a recipient with a single key One-Touch Speed Dialing → p. 4-7 Specify a recipient with a two-digit code Coded Dialing → p. 4-14 Specify multiple recipients with a single key Group Dialing →...
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Fax Features (continued) Send a fax to multiple recipients Broadcasting → Advanced Guide Receive faxes in memory without printing out Memory Reception → Advanced Guide Reject faxes without their numbers Reception Restriction → Advanced Guide...
Copy Features Select a scan mode depending on the type of image Image Quality → p. 6-3 Adjust the density level of scanned images Density → p. 6-4 Enlarge or reduce copied images Zoom Ratio → p. 6-6 Sorts copies by page order Collate Copying →...
Printer Feature Print a document from a PC Printing → Software Guide Scanner Feature Specify detailed scanning options to suit various images Scanning → Software Guide PC Fax Feature Send a fax from a PC PC Faxing → Software Guide AB C AB C AB C...
Legal Limitations on the Usage of Your Product and the Use of Images... xviii Trademarks... xviii Users in the U.S.A... xix Pre-Installation Requirements for Canon Facsimile Equipment...xix Connection of the Equipment ... xx In Case of Equipment Malfunction... xx Rights of the Telephone Company ...xxi...
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Users in Canada... xxiii Pre-Installation Requirements for Canon Facsimile Equipment... xxiii Notice...xxiv Laser Safety ... xxvi CDRH Regulations ...xxvi 1 Before Using the Machine ... 1-1 Machine Components ...1-1 Operation Panel ...1-3 Main Operation Panel ...1-3 Facsimile Operation Panel...1-5 LCD (Standby Mode) ...1-6 Fax Mode...1-6...
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3 Print Media ... 3-1 Paper Requirements...3-1 Printable Area ...3-2 Paper Guidelines ...3-3 Loading Paper...3-4 Into the Multi-Purpose Feeder ...3-4 Setting Paper Size and Type...3-7 Selecting the Paper Output Area...3-10 Paper Type and Paper Output Area ...3-11 Face Down Paper Output Area...3-12 Face Up Paper Output Area ...3-13 4 Sending Faxes ...
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10 Maintenance... 10-1 Cleaning the Machine...10-1 Exterior ...10-1 Interior...10-2 Scanning area...10-4 Replacing the Toner Cartridge ...10-5 Redistributing Toner ...10-5 Replacing the Toner Cartridge with a New One ...10-6 Recycling Used Cartridges ...10-9 The Clean Earth Campaign ...10-9 U.S.A. PROGRAM...10-11 CANADA PROGRAM-CANADA PROGRAMME ...10-14 Transporting the Machine...10-16 11 Troubleshooting ...
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12 Machine Settings ... 12-1 Machine Settings ...12-1 Printing User’s Data List ...12-1 Accessing the Setting Menu ...12-3 Setting Menu ...12-5 COMMON SETTINGS ...12-5 COPY SETTINGS...12-6 TIMER SETTINGS...12-7 FAX SETTINGS...12-7 BROADCAST ...12-10 ADDRESS BOOK SET..12-11 REPORT SETTINGS...12-11 13 Appendix ... 13-1 Specifications ...13-1 General ...13-1 Copier ...13-2...
Except as specifically described in this guide, do not attempt to service the machine yourself. Never attempt to disassemble the machine: opening and removing its interior covers will expose you to dangerous voltages and other risks. For all service, contact Canon Customer Care Center, or a Canon Authorized Service Facility.
– Unplug the machine from the wall outlet and contact Canon Customer Care Center in any of the following cases: – When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. – If liquid or small object has fallen into the machine.
– Do not stack boxes or furniture around the power outlet. Keep the area free so you can reach the outlet quickly. If you notice anything unusual (smoke, strange odors, noises) around the machine, unplug the power cord immediately. Contact Canon Customer Care Center.
8:00 P.M. on Saturday. On-line support for 24 hours is also available at the website. http://www.canontechsupport.com/ Customer Support (Canada) Canon Canada Inc., offers a full range of customer technical support options*: – For step-by-step troubleshooting, e-mail technical support, the latest driver or document downloads, and answers to frequently asked questions, visit http://www.canon.ca/...
How to Use This Guide Symbols Used in This Manual The following symbols are used throughout the manuals for the machine and indicate the warnings, cautions and notes you should keep in mind when using the machine. Indicates a warning that may lead to death or serious injury if not WARNING observed.
Illustrations Used in This Manual Unless otherwise mentioned, illustrations used in this manual are those taken from the imageCLASS MF3240. When there is any difference between MF3240 and MF3241, it is clearly indicated in the text, e.g., “MF3240 Only.”...
Governmental Agencies – Motor Vehicle Licenses and Certificates of Title Trademarks Canon, the Canon logo, and imageCLASS are trademarks of Canon Inc. All other product and brand names are registered trademarks, trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. xviii –...
OVERSEAS NOTE Canon recommends an individual line following industry standards, e.g. the 2500 (Touch Tone) or 500 (Rotary/Pulse Dial) telephones. A dedicated extension off a PBX machine without “Call Waiting” can be used with the machine. Key telephone systems are not recommended because they send non-standard signals to individual telephones for ringing and special codes, which may cause a fax error.
The telephone line should not be reconnected or the power cord plugged in until the problem is completely resolved. Users should contact Canon Authorized Service Facilities for servicing of equipment. Information regarding Authorized Service Facility...
Rights of the Telephone Company Should the equipment cause harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may temporarily disconnect service. The telephone company also retains the right to make changes in facilities and services which may affect the operation of this equipment.
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If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. TEL No. 1-516-328-5600 The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to...
OVERSEAS NOTE Canon recommends an individual line following industry standards, e.g., the 2500 (touch tone) or 500 (rotary/pulse dial) telephones. A dedicated extension off a PBX machine without “Camp On” signals is also permissible with the machine. Key telephone systems are not recommended because they send non-standard signals to individual telephones for ringing and special codes, which may cause a fax error.
Notice This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
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à la condition seulement que la somme des Nombres d’équivalence Ringer de tous les appareils ne soit pas supérieure à 5. CANON CANADA INC. 1-800-263-1121 24 HOURS A DAY, SEVEN DAYS A WEEK...
Laser Safety This machine complies with 21 CFR Chapter 1 Subchapter J as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968.
Before Using the Machine Machine Components Platen glass cover Open this cover when placing a document on the platen glass. Platen glass Place documents. Operation panel Controls the machine. Output tray Outputs printouts. Front cover Open this cover when installing the toner cartridge or clearing paper jams.
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Telephone line jack Connect the telephone cable. External device jack Connect an external device. USB port Connect the USB (Universal Serial Bus) cable. Face up cover Open this cover when outputting paper face up or clearing paper jams. Power socket Connect the power cord.
Operation Panel Main Operation Panel Processing/Data indicator Flashes during sending or receiving faxes. Lights when the machine has waiting jobs. [COPY] key Press to switch to Copy mode. [FAX] key Press to switch to Fax mode. [SCAN] key Press to switch to Scan mode. Error indicator Flashes or lights when an error has occurred.
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[Tone] key Press to switch from rotary pulse to tone dialing. [Collate/2 on 1] key Press to collate copies, or press to set 2 on 1 copying. [Image Quality] key Press to select image quality for copy, fax, or scan. [Clear] key Press to clear entered alphanumeric characters.
Facsimile Operation Panel One-Touch Speed Dial keys Press to use one-touch speed dialing (Pre- registered frequently used numbers or group dialing). [Address Book] key Press to search preregistered destinations under one-touch speed dialing keys or coded dialing numbers by name. [Coded Dial] key Press to perform coded dialing.
LCD (Standby Mode) Fax Mode 1 2 / 3 1 / 2 0 0 5 S A T F a x O n l y S T A N D A R D Date & Time Receive mode Image quality Scan Mode S C A N N I N G M O D E...
Toner Cartridge The lifetime of the Canon Genuine toner cartridge used in this machine is approximately 2,500 pages. The page counts are on the basis of “ISO/IEC 19752”* when printing A4 size paper with the default print density setting. The level of toner consumption varies depending on the type of documents printed.
Maintaining the Toner Cartridge ● Keep the toner cartridge away from computer screens, disk drives, and floppy disks. The magnet inside the toner cartridge may harm these items. ● Avoid locations subject to high temperature, high humidity, or rapid changes in temperature.
Timer Settings Setting Sleep Mode When the machine remains idle for a certain period of time, it automatically enters Sleep mode. [OK] Press [Additional Functions]. Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ ] to select <TIMER SETTINGS>, then press [OK]. ] to select <AUTO SLEEP>, then press [OK].
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[OK] Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ You can set the interval from 3 to 30 minutes (in one-minute increments). You can also enter values with the numeric keys. Press [Stop/Reset] to return to standby mode. ] to select <ON>, then press [OK].
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NOTE – To resume normal mode from Sleep mode, press [Energy Saver] on the operation panel. – To enter Sleep mode manually, press [Energy Saver] on the operation panel. – The machine will not enter Sleep mode when: • the machine is in operation •...
Setting the Daylight Saving Time In some countries or areas, time is advanced throughout the summer season. This is called “Daylight Saving Time.” [OK] Press [Additional Functions]. Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ Press [Stop/Reset] to return to standby mode.
Document Handling Document Requirements Type – Plain paper – Thick documents – Photographs – Small documents (e.g., index cards) – Special types of paper (e.g., tracing paper*, transparencies*, etc.) – Book (Height: max. 1/8" (35 mm)) Size (W × L) Max.
Scanning Area Make sure your document’s text and graphics fall within the shaded area in the following diagram. Note that the margin widths listed are approximate and there may be slight variations in actual use. 0.08" (2 mm) 0.04" (1 mm) 0.04"...
Loading Documents Lift up the platen glass cover. Place your document face down.
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Align the document with the appropriate paper size marks. If your document does not match any of the paper size marks, align the center of your document with the arrow mark. Gently lower the platen glass cover. The document is ready for scanning. CAUTION –...
Print Media Paper Requirements Size (W × L) Weight Quantity Type NOTE The default paper size is LTR. If you use a different paper size, you must change the paper size settings. (See “Setting Paper Size and Type,” on p. 3-7.) Paper cassette LTR, LGL, A4, B5, A5, Executive, Envelope (COM10, Monarch, DL, ISO-C5)
Printable Area The shaded area indicates the approximate printable area of LTR-size paper and envelope. 0.20" (5 mm) 0.20" (5 mm) 0.20" (5 mm) 0.20" (5 mm)
● Store all paper wrapped and on a flat surface until ready for use. Keep opened packs in their original packaging in a cool, dry location. ● Store paper at 64.4°F–75.2°F (18°C–24°C), 40%–60% relative humidity. ● Use only the transparencies designed for laser printers. Canon recommends you to use Canon type transparencies with this machine.
Loading Paper To load paper in the paper cassette, see “Set Up the Paper Cassette and Load Paper,” in the Starter Guide. Into the Multi-Purpose Feeder Use the multi-purpose feeder when you want to copy or print on the different paper which is in the paper cassette.
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When setting a paper, insert the paper into the multi-purpose feeder with the print side up. NOTE When you load paper with a logo on, position the paper with the print side up (logo side) and insert it so that the top of the paper feeds first in the multi-purpose feeder. When setting an envelope, insert the envelope into the multi-purpose feeder with the print side up and the right edge (i.e., closer to the stamp) first.
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Specify the size and the type of the paper you load. For details on how to specify the paper size and type, see “Setting Paper Size and Type,” on p. 3-7.
Setting Paper Size and Type The default setting is <LTR> and <PLAIN PAPER>. When you place other sizes and/or types of paper, follow this procedure to change the settings. The procedure is same for the paper cassette and multi-purpose feeder except for selecting the paper cassette or multi-purpose feeder in step 4.
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[OK] Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ [OK]. Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ <LTR>, <LGL>, <A4>, <B5>, <A5>, <EXECUTIVE>, <COM10>, <MONARCH>, <DL>, <ISO-C5> ] to select <PAPER SETTINGS>, then press [OK]. ] to select <CASSETTE>...
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[OK] Press [ ] or [ [OK]. Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ You can select from the following paper types: <PLAIN PAPER> or <PLAIN PAPER L> <HEAVY PAPER> or <HEAVY PAPER H> or Envelope <TRANSPARENCY> for Transparency If paper curls excessively when printed with <PLAIN PAPER>...
Selecting the Paper Output Area Open the face up cover located on back side of the unit for face up paper output, or close the face up cover and attach the output tray on the front of the unit for face down paper output.
Paper Type and Paper Output Area Select the suitable paper output area depending on the paper type and your purpose. Paper Type Paper Output Area Plain Paper face up face down Plain Paper L face up face down Heavy Paper face up face down Heavy Paper H...
Face Down Paper Output Area The paper is delivered with the printed side down on the output tray. Paper is stacked in printed order. Close the face up cover, and attach the output tray. NOTE – Do not place the delivered paper back on the output tray. Doing so may result in paper jams. –...
Face Up Paper Output Area The paper is delivered with the printed side up from the face up paper output at the rear of the machine. This way is convenient for printing on transparencies, or envelopes which tend to curl, because the paper is delivered straight through out of the machine.
Sending Faxes Follow this procedure to send a fax. Set a Document Place the document on the platen glass. For documents you can fax, see “Document Requirements,” on p. 2-1. Enter the Fax Mode Press [FAX]. The FAX indicator lights and the machine enters fax standby mode.
Enter the Fax Number Dial the recipient’s fax number with the numeric keys. = 0 1 2 X X X X X X X What if... ● You enter a wrong number: Go back to the wrong digit with [ then press [Clear] to delete it.
Scan Settings You can adjust the image quality and density of the document you send. The higher image quality you set, the better the output will be, but the longer the transmission will take. Adjust the scan settings according to the type of document you are sending.
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[OK] Press [ ] or [ ] to select the resolution, then press [OK]. <STANDARD> for most text-only documents. (200 × 100 dpi) <FINE> for fine-print documents (the resolution is twice that of <STANDARD>). (200 × 200 dpi) <PHOTO> for documents that contain photographs (the resolution is twice that of <STANDARD>). (200 ×...
Density [OK] Press [FAX]. Press [Density]. D E N S I T Y - L T Press [ ] or [ ]: to make light documents darker ]: to make dark documents lighter D K + ] to adjust the density, then press [OK].
Speed Dialing Speed dialing allows you to dial fax/telephone numbers by simply pressing one or a few keys. The following speed dialing methods are available: ● One-Touch Speed Dialing (p. 4-7) – Register a fax/telephone number for one-touch speed dialing, then to dial the number, simply press the one-touch speed dialing key assigned to that number.
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● Registering One-Touch Speed Dialing [OK] Press [Additional Functions]. Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ Press a one-touch speed dialing key (01 to 08) for a registering fax number, then press [OK]. You can also select a one-touch speed dialing number with [ ] to select <ADDRESS BOOK SET.>, then press [OK].
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[OK] Enter the destination name (max. 20 characters, including spaces) with the numeric keys, then press [OK]. N A M E C A N Enter the fax number you register (max. 50 digits, including spaces and pauses) with the numeric keys, then press [OK]. T E L N U M B E R E N T R Y...
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● Editing One-Touch Speed Dialing [OK] Press [Additional Functions]. Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ Press the one-touch speed dialing key (01 to 08) you want to edit, then press [OK]. ] to select <ADDRESS BOOK SET.>, then press [OK]. ] to select <1-TOUCH SPD DIAL>, then press [OK].
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[OK] Press [ ] repeatedly to go to the wrong character, then press [Clear] to delete it. To delete the entire name, press and hold [Clear]. Enter a new character with the numeric keys, then press [OK]. 4-10...
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[OK] Press [ ] repeatedly to go to the wrong number, then press [Clear] to delete it. To delete the entire number, press and hold [Clear]. Enter a new number with the numeric keys, then press [OK]. Press [Stop/Reset] to return to standby mode. 4-11...
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● Deleting One-Touch Speed Dialing [OK] Press [Additional Functions]. Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ Press the one-touch speed dialing key (01 to 08) you want to delete, then press [OK]. ] to select <ADDRESS BOOK SET.>, then press [OK]. ] to select <1-TOUCH SPD DIAL>, then press [OK].
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[OK] Press [OK]. You can also use [ ] and [Clear] to delete the characters one by one. Press and hold [Clear] to delete all the numbers, then press [OK]. You can also use [ ] and [Clear] to delete the numbers one by one. NOTE When deleting all numbers, the registered name is cleared automatically.
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● Registering Coded Dialing [OK] Press [Additional Functions]. Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ [OK]. You can also enter a coded dialing code with the numeric keys after pressing [Coded Dial]. ] to select <ADDRESS BOOK SET.>, then press [OK].
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[OK] Enter the destination name (max. 20 characters, including spaces) with the numeric keys, then press [OK]. N A M E C A N Enter the fax number you register (max. 50 digits, including spaces and pauses) with the numeric keys, then press [OK]. T E L N U M B E R E N T R Y...
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● Editing Coded Dialing [OK] Press [Additional Functions]. Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ want to edit, then press [OK]. You can also enter a coded dialing code with the numeric keys after pressing [Coded Dial]. ] to select <ADDRESS BOOK SET.>, then press [OK].
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[OK] Press [ ] repeatedly to go to the wrong character, then press [Clear] to delete it. To delete the entire name, press and hold [Clear]. Enter a new character with the numeric keys, then press [OK]. 4-17...
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[OK] Press [ ] repeatedly to go to the wrong number, then press [Clear] to delete it. To delete the entire number, press and hold [Clear]. Enter a new number with the numeric keys, then press [OK]. Press [Stop/Reset] to return to standby mode. 4-18...
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● Deleting Coded Dialing [OK] Press [Additional Functions]. Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ want to delete, then press [OK]. You can also enter a coded dialing code with the numeric keys after pressing [Coded Dial]. 4-19 ] to select <ADDRESS BOOK SET.>, then press [OK].
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[OK] Press [OK]. You can also use [ ] and [Clear] to delete the characters one by one. Press and hold [Clear] to delete all the numbers, then press [OK]. You can also use [ ] and [Clear] to delete the numbers one by one. NOTE When deleting all numbers, the registered name is cleared automatically.
● Registering Group Dialing [OK] Press [Additional Functions]. Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ Specify an empty one-touch speed dialing key that you want to set as the group dial, then press [OK]. For details on selecting a one-touch speed dialing key, see “Registering One-Touch Speed Dialing,”...
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[OK] Enter the group name (max. 20 characters, including spaces) with the numeric keys, then press [OK]. N A M E C A N O N G R O U P Select the speed dialing numbers you want to register in the group (max. 50 destinations) until all destinations are registered, then press [OK].
● Adding New Destination to Group [OK] Press [Additional Functions]. Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ The group name appears. Press [OK]. Select the speed dialing number you want to add to the group, then press [OK].
● Deleting Destination from Group [OK] Press [Additional Functions]. Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ The group name appears. Press [OK]. ] to select <ADDRESS BOOK SET.>, then press [OK]. ] to select <GROUP DIAL>, then press [OK]. ] to select a group dial to delete, then press [OK].
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Press [ ] or [ from the group. Press [Clear]. Repeat steps 6 and 7 if you want to delete another speed dialing number, then press [OK]. Press [Stop/Reset] to return to standby mode. 4-25 ] to display the speed dial number you want to delete...
● Changing Group Name [OK] Press [Additional Functions]. Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ ] to select <ADDRESS BOOK SET.>, then press [OK]. ] to select <GROUP DIAL>, then press [OK]. ] to select a group dial to edit, then press [OK].
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[OK] Press [ ] repeatedly to go to the wrong character, then press [Clear] to delete it. To delete the entire character, press and hold [Clear]. Enter a new name with the numeric keys, then press [OK]. Press [Stop/Reset] to return to standby mode. 4-27...
● Deleting Group Dialing [OK] Press [Additional Functions]. Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ The group name appears. Press [OK]. ] to select <ADDRESS BOOK SET.>, then press [OK]. ] to select <GROUP DIAL>, then press [OK]. ] to select a group dial to delete, then press [OK].
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[OK] Press [ ] or [ Press [Clear]. Repeat steps 6 and 7 until all speed dial numbers are deleted, then press [OK]. NOTE When deleting all speed dial numbers, the group name is cleared automatically. Press [Stop/Reset] to return to standby mode. 4-29 ] to display a speed dial number.
Using Speed Dialing Follow the procedure below to send faxes to registered recipients using speed dialing. For easy reference, print out the list of recipients registered for speed dialing. (See Chapter 4, “Reports and Lists,” in the Advanced Guide.) ● Using One-Touch Speed/Group Dialing [OK] Place the document on the platen glass.
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● Using Coded Dialing [OK] Place the document on the platen glass. Press [FAX]. Adjust any necessary settings for your document. For details, see “Scan Settings,” on p. 4-3. Press [Coded Dial]. Enter the desired two-digit code (00 to 99) with the numeric keys. = 0 1 2 X X X X X X X 0 1 ] C A N O N If you want to scan multiple pages, set the documents one by one, then press [Start].
Receiving Faxes Follow this procedure to set the machine for receiving faxes. For advanced receiving features, see Chapter 1, “Advanced Fax Features,” in the Advanced Guide. Enter the Setting Menu Press [Additional Functions]. Enter the Receive Mode Select <FAX SETTINGS> with or [ , then press [OK].
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Select the Receive Mode Select receive mode with , then press [OK]. <FaxOnly>: Answers all calls as faxes. <AnsMode>: Receives faxes automatically and records voice messages. <DRPD>: Distinguishes between fax and voice calls. <FAX/TEL>: Switches between fax and voice calls automatically.
Copying Follow this procedure to make a copy. For advanced copying features, see Chapter 2, “Advanced Copy Features,” in the Advanced Guide. Set a Document Place the document on the platen glass. For documents you can copy, see “Document Requirements,” on p. 2-1. Enter the Copy Mode Press [COPY].
Enter the Copy Quantity Enter the copy quantity (1 to 99) with the numeric key. 1 0 0 % L T R T E X T What if... ● You enter a wrong number: Press [Clear] and enter a new number. Start Copying Press [Start].
Scan Settings Before pressing [Start] to begin copying, you can adjust scan settings to better suit the document to be scanned. These settings return to the default values if Auto Clear function is activated or if you press [Stop/Reset]. Image Quality Press [COPY].
Density You can adjust the density to the most appropriate level for the document either automatically or manually. ● Adjusting Automatically [OK] Press [Density] until <AUTO> appears, then press [OK]. NOTE The image quality is automatically set to <TEXT>.
● Adjusting Manually [OK] Press [Density] until the manual mode appears. D E N S I T Y - L T Press [ ] or [ ]: to make light documents darker ]: to make dark documents lighter D K + ] to adjust the copy density, then press [OK].
Zoom Ratio ● Preset Zoom You can enlarge or reduce documents from one standard paper size to another. [OK] Press [Enlarge/Reduce]. Press [ ] or [ – 200 % MAX. – 129 % STMT → LTR – 100 % – 78 % –...
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● Zoom Designation (MF3240 Only) You can reduce or enlarge images by any copy ratio, in 1 % increments. The available copy ratios are from 50 % to 200 %. [OK] Press [Enlarge/Reduce] twice. Enter the copy ratio with the numeric keys, then press [OK]. Z O O M 5 0 - 2 0 0 % 1 0 0 %...
For details on printing features, see Chapter 2, “Printing,” in the Software Guide. Start the Print Command From an open document on an application, click [File] > [Print]. Select the Printer Select the printer icon for the machine ([Canon MF3200 Series]).
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Adjust Preferences Click [Preferences] or [Properties] to open the dialog box. After finished, click [OK]. Print the Document Click [Print] or [OK]. What if... ● You want to cancel printing: See Chapter 3, “System Monitor,” in the Advanced Guide.
Scanning Follow this procedure to scan a document to your computer. Make sure that the scanner driver is installed. For details on scanning features, see Chapter 3, “Scanning a Document,” in the Software Guide. Set a Document Place the document on the platen glass.
Start Scanning Press [Start]. The scanned data is transmitted to your computer and processed by the scan application. For more information on the scan application settings, see Chapter 3, "Scanning a Document," in the Software Guide. What if... ● You want to cancel scanning: Press [Stop/Reset] on the operation panel, then click [OK] on the computer screen.
Start the Print Command From an open document on an application, click [File] > [Print]. Select the Fax Select the fax icon ([Canon MF3200 Series(FAX)]), then click [Print]. What if... ● You want to adjust the fax properties: Click [Preferences] or [Properties] and...
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Set the Destination Specify the name and fax number in [Sending Settings], then click [Add to Recipient List]. What if... ● You want to send a fax with the cover sheet: Click [Cover Sheet] tab and set the format for the cover sheet attachment. Send the Document Click [OK] in the Fax Sending Settings.
Maintenance Cleaning the Machine Note the following before cleaning your machine: – Make sure no document is stored in memory, then disconnect the power cord. – Use a soft cloth to avoid scratching the components. – Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, or similar materials for cleaning;...
Interior Clean the machine’s print area periodically to prevent toner powder and paper dust from accumulating inside. Disconnect the power cord. Open the front cover. Remove the toner cartridge. CAUTION – To avoid exposing the toner cartridge to light, place it in its protective bag or wrap it in a thick cloth.
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Insert the toner cartridge into the machine as far as it will go. Hold the toner cartridge and align the protrusions (A) on both sides of the toner cartridge to the guides (B) in the machine, then gently slide the toner cartridge into the machine as far as it will go.
Scanning area Keep the scanning area clean to avoid dirty copies or faxes to be sent. Open the platen glass cover. Clean the platen glass and the underside of the platen glass cover with a cloth dampened with water. Then, wipe the area with a soft, dry cloth.
Replacing the Toner Cartridge When the LCD displays <OUT OF TONER/CHANGE TONER>, redistribute toner in the toner cartridge. If the message persists, replace the toner cartridge. Redistributing Toner Open the front cover. Remove the toner cartridge. 10-5 Gently rock the toner cartridge five or six times to distribute toner evenly.
Close the front cover. CAUTION Be careful not to get your fingers caught. Replacing the Toner Cartridge with a New One Open the front cover. Remove the toner cartridge. CAUTION Do not open the drum protective shutter on the toner cartridge. Print quality may deteriorate if the drum surface is exposed to light or is damaged.
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Remove the new toner cartridge from the protective bag. NOTE Save the protective bag. You may need it later when you remove the toner cartridge from the machine. Gently rock the toner cartridge five or six times to distribute toner inside. Place the toner cartridge on a flat and stable surface.
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Close the front cover. CAUTION Be careful not to get your fingers caught. 10-8...
PC Cartridge box. The Clean Earth Campaign ● THE Canon CARTRIDGE RECYCLING PROGRAM The Canon Cartridge Recycling Program fulfills the first initiative of Canon’s Clean Earth Campaign, which supports four critical environmental areas: ● Recycling in the Workplace ●...
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Since its inception, The Canon Cartridge Recycling Program has collected millions of cartridges that otherwise would have been discarded into landfills or similar facilities. Instead, this rapidly growing program returns used cartridges to the manufacturing process, thus conserving an array of resources.
We encourage you to use this option as a more efficient way to ship cartridges. ● Place as many cartridges as possible into one box. Carefully seal the box with tape; ● Call 1-800-OK-Canon to receive your free eight cartridge collection box. 10-11...
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Maximum weight = 70 lb. (31.8 kg) Maximum length = 108 in. (2,743 mm) Maximum girth (length + 2 x width + 2 x height) = 130 in. (3,302 mm) If your shipment exceeds the above limits, please call 1-800-OK-Canon for special shipping information. Please Note: Do not send defective cartridges for replacement.
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Apply the UPS authorized returning label provided in this guide. Residents of Alaska and Hawaii: Do not use the UPS authorized returning label. For Alaska and Hawaii Canon set up alternative mail service with the U.S. Postal Service. Please call 1-800-OK-Canon to receive U.S. Postal Service merchandise returning label.
By using either of the above methods of shipment, your used cartridge(s) will be forwarded to the Canon Cartridge Collection Center at no charge to you. For further information about the Clean Earth Campaign in the United States, please call: 1-800-OK-Canon CANADA PROGRAM-CANADA PROGRAMME ■...
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Working to preserve endangered species is a long-standing Canon interest. To this end, for every cartridge collected, Canon Canada donates $1, shared equally between World Wildlife Fund Canada and the Nature Conservancy of Canada. This donation is utilized in Canada.
Transporting the Machine Follow this procedure to avoid vibration damage to the machine when transporting it over a long distance. Disconnect the power cord and all the cables from the back of the machine. Open the front cover. Remove the toner cartridge. CAUTION –...
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Remove the extension cover from the machine. Detach the paper cassette extension from the paper cassette. Insert the paper cassette into the machine. 10-17 Detach the output tray. Make sure all the covers are closed. Grip the handles on both sides of the machine and lift it carefully, as shown in the illustration below.
– Make sure you have removed any scraps of paper from inside the machine. NOTE Do not force jammed paper out of the machine. Contact Canon Customer Care Center for assistance if needed. 11-1 Open the front cover. Remove the toner cartridge.
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CAUTION – Remove watches and any bracelets or rings when touching the inside of the machine. These items might be damaged if they come into contact with the parts inside the machine. – To avoid possible damage to the machine, do not touch the pins (A) near the left end of the transfer roller (B).
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Hold both sides of the jammed paper and carefully move it inward, then gently pull it out. CAUTION – When removing jammed documents or paper, take care not to cut your hands on the edges of the document or paper. –...
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Gently pull the jammed paper between the output rollers until the leading edge emerges from the machine. Carefully pull the jammed paper straight out through the rollers. If the jammed paper is badly folded, similar to the folds of an accordion, ease the jammed paper loose and then pull it out of the machine.
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Hold both sides of the jammed paper and slowly pull it out in the direction of the arrow. – When feeding paper from the paper cassette: – When feeding paper from the multi- purpose feeder: Push the green paper release levers (B) back to their original position and close the face up cover (A).
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Insert the toner cartridge into the machine as far as it will go. Hold the toner cartridge and align the protrusions (A) on both sides of the toner cartridge to the guides (B) in the machine, then gently slide the toner cartridge into the machine as far as it will go.
Reset the machine by opening the front cover and then closing it. If the message persists, unplug the machine from the power supply and contact Canon Customer Care Center. Check the front cover, and make sure that it is completely closed.
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Message LOAD CORRECT PAPER LOAD PAPER Description The size of the paper in the paper cassette or multi- purpose feeder is different from that of the paper specified in <CASSETTE> or <MP TRAY> of the <PAPER SETTINGS> menu. No paper is loaded in the paper cassette or multi- purpose feeder, or not inserted correctly.
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Message LOST IMAGE MEMORY FULL OUT OF TONER CHANGE TONER OUTPUT TRAY FULL 11-9 Description The data in memory was lost when the machine was turned on. – The number of the scanned document that can be stored in memory reached the maximum.
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They will be stored in memory. Unplug the machine. Wait for at least five seconds, and reconnect the power cord. If the message persists, contact Canon Customer Care Center. Install the toner cartridge correctly. (See “Replacing the Toner Cartridge,” on p. 10-5.) Enter a correct date or time.
Facsimile Message ALREADY REGISTERED CANNOT REGIST MORE HANG UP PHONE LINE IS BUSY 11-11 Description The same recipient was entered twice. – Maximum number of recipients (124) were entered for broadcasting. – Maximum number of recipients (50) were regis- tered for group dialing. External telephone is off the hook.
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256 fax jobs including sending and receiving jobs. (Based on the condition that the other party sends the fax by the imageCLASS MF3200 Series with ITU-T Stan- dard Chart No.1, stan- dard mode.) Wait for the machine to send any faxes in memory.
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Message NOT REGISTERED RECEIVED IN MEMORY REGISTERING KEY CANNOT REGISTER 11-13 Description No recipient is registered in the selected speed dialing key or code. The machine received the fax in memory because paper or toner ran out, paper jams occurred, or incorrect paper size was loaded.
Printer Message PRINTER DATA ERROR CHECK PRINTER PRINTING Description The data from the PC was not printed. The printer is processing a print job. Action Check if the software is installed properly or if the printer cable is properly connected. No action required.
Error Codes An error code is a four-digit code displayed on the LCD or in the bottom row of a TX Result Report or an RX Result Report when an error occurs. JOB NO. TYPE DESTINATION TEL/ID 0001 WEST-1 55555555 00A0:TX CANCEL Error Code For details on TX Result Report and RX Result Report, see Chapter 4, “Reports and...
– Steps you have taken to solve the problem and the results CAUTION If the machine makes strange noises, emits smoke or odd odor, unplug it immediately and contact Canon Customer Care Center. Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the machine yourself.
Machine Settings Machine Settings You can adjust the machine settings from the Setting Menu to customize the way the machine works. To see the list of current settings, print out User’s Data List. Printing User’s Data List [OK] Press [Additional Functions]. Press [ ] or [ 12-1...
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[OK] Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ ] to select <LIST PRINT>, then press [OK]. ] to select <USER’S DATA LIST>, then press [OK]. 12-2...
Accessing the Setting Menu [OK] Press [Additional Functions]. Press [ ] or [ [OK]. <COMMON SETTINGS> <COPY SETTINGS> <TIMER SETTINGS> <FAX SETTINGS> <BROADCAST> <ADDRESS BOOK SET.> <REPORT SETTINGS> 12-3 ] to select the menu you want to access, then press...
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[OK] Press [ ] or [ To register the settings or go to a submenu item, press [OK]. When finished, press [Stop/Reset] to return to standby mode. NOTE Press [Stop/Reset] to exit from the menu. If you press [Stop/Reset] before pressing [OK], the setting will not be registered.
Setting Menu NOTE – Depending on the country of purchase, some settings may not be available. – The menus described in this section are based on the model imageCLASS MF3240. Depending on the model of your machine, some settings may not be available and the number on the top of each menu may vary.
COMMON SETTINGS 5 AUDIBLE TONES CALLING TONE ENTRY TONE ERROR TONE MONITOR VOL. CTRL COPY SETTINGS Setting Item 1 DENSITY 2 IMAGE QUALITY 3 AUTO COLLATE 4 PAPER SIZE GROUP Sets volumes for machine beeps in four levels. – MID –...
TIMER SETTINGS Setting Item 1 AUTO SLEEP 2 DATE&TIME SETTING 3 DATE TYPE SELECT 4 DAYLIGHT SV. TIME FAX SETTINGS Setting Item 1 COMMON SETTINGS UNIT TELEPHONE # UNIT NAME 2 TX SETTINGS DENSITY 12-7 Description Sets auto sleep when the machine remains idle for a certain period time.
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FAX SETTINGS IMAGE QUALITY AUTO REDIAL REDIAL TIMES REDIAL INTERVAL DIALING LINE CHCK Sets the default image quality for faxing. – STANDARD – FINE – PHOTO – SUPER FINE Sets whether to redial automatically when the other line is busy or a transmission error occurs. (See Chapter 1, “Advanced Fax Features,”...
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FAX SETTINGS 3 RX SETTINGS INCOMING RING RING COUNT RX REDUCTION RX PRINT MEMORY RX PRINT RX RX MODE 12-9 Sets the reception functions. Sets whether the telephone rings when it receives a voice call, enabling you to answer the call. This function is only available when the <RX MODE>...
FAX SETTINGS RX TERMINAL ID RX RESTRICTION REMOTE RX CONT. PRINTING 4 COMMUNICATIONS TEL LINE TYPE TOUCH TONE ROTARY PULSE BROADCAST Setting Item BROADCAST Sets whether to insert the machine’s fax number and the sender information on received faxes. – OFF –...
ADDRESS BOOK SET. Setting Item 1 1-TOUCH SPD DIAL NAME TEL NUMBER ENTRY 2 CODED DIAL NAME TEL NUMBER ENTRY 3 GROUP DIAL NAME REPORT SETTINGS Setting Item 1 SETTINGS TX RESULT REPORT RX RESULT REPORT 12-11 Description Registers the information on one-touch speed dialing. Up to 8 destinations can be registered.
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REPORT SETTINGS ACTIVITY REPORT 2 LIST PRINT TX RESULT REPORT RX RESULT REPORT ACTIVITY REPORT MEMORY DATA LIST MEMORY IMAGE PRNT 1-TOUCH LIST CODED DIAL LIST GROUP DIAL LIST USER’S DATA LIST Sets whether to automatically print the fax transaction report and selects its type.
Appendix Specifications General ● Type ● Power Source ● Power Consumption ● Warm-up Time ● Weight ● Dimensions ● Installation Space 13-1 Personal Desktop 120 V, 60 Hz Max: Approx. 580 W Working: Approx. 370 W Standby: Less than 9 W Energy Saver Mode: Less than 5 W ∗...
Telephone ● Connection The Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) currently supports 28.8 Kbps modem speed or lower, depending on telephone line conditions. Based on ITU-T Standard Chart No. 1, MMR standard mode. NOTE Specifications are subject to change without notice. 13-5 –...
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Group dialing 4-6 Adding destination 4-23 Changing name 4-26 Deleting destination 4-24 Deleting group 4-28 Registering 4-21 Using 4-30 Handling xi [Hook] key 1-5 If You Cannot Solve a Problem 11-16 Image quality Copying 6-3 Faxes 4-3 [Image Quality] key 1-4 LCD 1-4, 1-6 Messages 11-7 Loading...
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Safety instructions xi [SCAN] key 1-3 Scan settings Copying 6-3 Faxes 4-3 Scanning 8-1 Selecting the paper output area 3-10 Sending faxes 4-1 Setting paper size and type 3-7 Sleep Mode 1-9 Specifications 13-1 Copier 13-2 Facsimile 13-3 General 13-1 Printer 13-3 Telephone 13-5 Speed dialing 4-6...
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