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Basic Guide Please read this guide before operating this product. After you finish reading this guide, store it in a safe place for future reference. 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 ensure that this manual is 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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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 Copy →...
Copy two documents on one sheet 2 on 1 Combination → Advanced Guide Printer Feature Print a document from a PC Printing → Online Help Scanner Feature Specify detailed scanning options to suit various images Scanning → Scanner Driver Guide A BC A BC A BC...
Contents Manuals for the Machine... i What Can I Do with This Machine? ... ii Fax Features... ii Copy Features ... iv Printer Feature... v Scanner Feature ... v PC Fax Feature ... vi Contents ... vii Preface... xiii Important Safety Instructions ...xiii Handling and Maintenance ...xiii Location ...xiv Power Supply...
Legal Limitations on the Usage of Your Product and the Use of Images...xix Trademarks... xx Users in the U.S.A... xxi Pre-Installation Requirements for Canon Facsimile Equipment...xxi Connection of the Equipment ...xxii In Case of Equipment Malfunction...xxii Rights of the Telephone Company ... xxiii FCC Notice ...
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10 Maintenance... 10-1 Cleaning the Machine...10-1 Exterior ...10-1 Interior...10-2 Fuser Roller ...10-4 Scanning area...10-5 Replacing the Toner Cartridge ...10-8 Redistributing Toner ...10-8 Replacing the Toner Cartridge with a New One ...10-10 Recycling Used Cartridges ...10-12 The Clean Earth Campaign ...10-12 U.S.A.
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Error Codes ...11-20 If You Cannot Solve a Problem ...11-21 Customer Support (U.S.A.)...11-21 Customer Support (Canada)...11-21 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 PAPER SETTINGS ...12-5 COMMON SETTINGS ...12-5 COPY SETTINGS ...12-6 TIMER SETTINGS ...12-7...
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.
– Turn off the main power switch and unplug the power cord 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.
Legal Limitations on the Usage of Your Product and the Use of Images Using your product to scan, print or otherwise reproduce certain documents, and the use of such images as scanned, printed or otherwise reproduced by your product, may be prohibited by law and may result in criminal and/or civil liability.
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. As an E NERGY this product meets the E The International E international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other office equipment.
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 locations can be obtained by calling Canon Customer Care Center (1-800-828-4040).
When such changes are necessary, the telephone company is required to give adequate prior notice to the user. FCC Notice imageCLASS MF4150: Model F149200 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:...
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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. 1-800-652-2666 9 A.M. to 8 P.M. EST Monday through Friday (excluding holidays)
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 ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) Holds documents and feeds them automatically into the scanning area. Slide guides Adjust to the width of the document. Document feeder tray Holds documents. Document delivery tray Receives documents. Operation panel Controls the machine.
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Scanning area Scans documents from the ADF. Platen glass Place documents. Output tray extension Extension for the output tray. Paper stopper Prevents the paper from falling off the output tray. Open the paper stopper from its original position for LTR/A4 paper. For LGL paper, pull out the output tray extension first, and then open the paper stopper.
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USB port Connect the USB (Universal Serial Bus) cable. Rear cover Open this cover when clearing paper jams. Power socket Connect the power cord. Telephone line jack Connect the external telephone cable. External device jack Connect an external device.
Operation Panel Main Operation Panel [System Monitor] key Press to check print status, fax status, print and scan counts, remaining memory, or print transmission/reception results. [View Settings] key Press to confirm settings of the copy function. [COPY] key Press to switch to the Copy mode. [FAX] key Press to switch to the Fax mode.
[Stop/Reset] key Press to stop a current job. Also, press to return the machine to the standby mode. Error indicator Flashes when an error has occurred. Processing/Data indicator Flashes during sending or receiving faxes. Lights when the machine has waiting jobs and stores the data in memory.
Facsimile Operation Panel [Hook] key Press when you want to dial without lifting up the handset of the external telephone. [Redial/Pause] key Press to redial the last dialed number when fax is standing by, or press to insert a pause when entering a fax number.
LCD (Standby Mode) Fax Mode 1 2 / 3 1 / 2 0 0 6 S U N 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...
To purchase the Canon genuine replacement toner cartridge, contact your local Canon dealer or Canon Customer Care Center(U.S.A.:1-800-828-4040, Canada:1-800-652-2666).
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.
Checking the toner level You can check the amount of toner remaining in the toner cartridge by pressing the [Toner Gauge] key. The toner level is displayed in the LCD at four levels. If the toner gauge indicates that the toner is empty, it is recommended that the toner cartridge be replaced.
Timer Settings Setting the Sleep Mode When the machine remains idle for a certain period of time, it automatically enters the Sleep mode. [OK] Press [Additional Functions]. Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ 1-11 ] 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 the standby mode. ] to select <ON>, then press [OK].
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NOTE – To resume the normal mode from the Sleep mode, press [Energy Saver] on the operation panel. – To enter the Sleep mode manually, press [Energy Saver] on the operation panel. – The machine will not enter the Sleep mode when: •...
Setting 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 [ <ON>: adapts to Daylight Saving Time.
Document Handling Document Requirements Platen Glass Type – Plain paper – Thick documents – Photographs – Small documents (e.g., index cards) – Special types of paper (e.g., tracing paper* – Book (Height: max. 1" (24 mm)) Size (W x L) Max.
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● Do not place the document on the platen glass or in the ADF until the glue, ink or correction fluid on the document is completely dry. ● Remove all fasteners (staples, paper clips, etc.) before loading the document in the ADF.
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. " (2 mm) " (2 mm) "...
Loading Documents On the Platen Glass Lift up the ADF. 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 close the ADF. The document is ready for scanning. CAUTION –...
In the ADF Fan the document stack and even the edges. Adjust the slide guides to the width of the documents.
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Neatly place the documents face up in the document feeder tray. When enlarging STMT originals to LTR paper, place your originals horizontally. The document is ready for scanning. NOTE – Do not add or remove documents while they are being scanned. –...
Print Media Paper Requirements Size (W x 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 feeding tray LTR, LGL, A4, B5, A5, Executive, Envelope (COM10, Monarch, DL, ISO-C5), Oficio, Brazil-Oficio, Mexico-Oficio, Folio,...
Printable Area The shaded area indicates the approximate printable area of LTR paper and envelope. Note that the margin widths listed are approximate and there may be slight variations in actual use. " (5 mm) " (6 mm) " (6 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 feeding tray, see “Set Up the Paper Trays and Load Paper,” in the Starter Guide. Into the Multi-Purpose Tray Use the multi-purpose tray when you want to copy or print on the different paper which is in the paper feeding tray.
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When setting a paper, gently insert the paper into the multi-purpose tray 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 tray. When setting an envelope, gently insert the envelope into the multi- purpose tray with the print side up and the right edge (i.e., closer to the stamp) first.
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Slide the paper guides so that they fit to both sides of the paper. NOTE If the paper guides are not adjusted correctly for the size of the paper, the quality of your printouts may be adversely affected. 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,”...
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 feeding tray and multi-purpose tray except for selecting the paper feeding tray or multi-purpose tray in step 3 and 6.
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[OK] Press [ ] or [ Press [ ] or [ <LTR>, <LGL>, <A4>, <B5>, <A5>, <EXECUTIVE>, <COM10>, <MONARCH>, <DL>, <ISO-C5>, <OFICIO>, <BRAZIL-OFICIO>, <MEXICO-OFICIO>, <FOLIO>, <GOVERNMENT-LETTER>, <GOVERNMENT-LEGAL>, <FOOLSCAP> NOTE The paper sizes available will vary depending on the country where the unit was purchased. Press [ ] or [ [OK].
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[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> (105 g/m to 128 g/m ), Multi-purpose tray: 28 lb to 43 lb (105 g/m <TRANSPARENCY>...
Sending Faxes Follow this procedure to send a fax. For advanced sending features, see Chapter 1, “Advanced Fax Features,” in the Advanced Guide. Set a Document Place the document on the platen glass or load it in the ADF. For documents you can fax, see “Document Requirements,”...
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 [ <STANDARD> for most text-only documents. (200 x 100 dpi) <FINE> for fine-print documents (the resolution is twice that of <STANDARD>). (200 x 200 dpi) <PHOTO> for documents that contain photographs (the resolution is twice that of <STANDARD>). (200 x 200 dpi) <SUPER FINE>...
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 which you want to register the 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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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 [ ] or [ [Clear] to delete it. To delete the entire name, press and hold [Clear]. Enter a new character with the numeric keys, then press [OK]. ] repeatedly to go to the wrong character, then press 4-10...
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[OK] Press [ ] or [ [Clear] to delete it. To delete all numbers, press and hold [Clear]. Enter a new number with the numeric keys, then press [OK]. Press [Stop/Reset] to return to the standby mode. 4-11 ] repeatedly to go to the wrong number, then press...
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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]. Press and hold [Clear] to delete all numbers, then press [OK]. NOTE When deleting all numbers, the registered name is cleared automatically. Press [Stop/Reset] to return to the standby mode. 4-13...
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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 [ ] or [ [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 ] repeatedly to go to the wrong character, then press...
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[OK] Press [ ] or [ [Clear] to delete it. To delete all numbers, press and hold [Clear]. Enter a new number with the numeric keys, then press [OK]. Press [Stop/Reset] to return to the standby mode. ] repeatedly to go to the wrong number, then press 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]. Press and hold [Clear] to delete all numbers, then press [OK]. NOTE When deleting all numbers, the registered name is cleared automatically. Press [Stop/Reset] to return to the standby mode. 4-20...
● 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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[OK] 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 the 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 [ ] or [ [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 [OK]. Press [Stop/Reset] to return to the standby mode. 4-27 ] repeatedly to go to the wrong character, then press...
● 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 the 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 or load it in the ADF.
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● Using Coded Dialing [OK] Place the document on the platen glass or load it in the ADF. 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 Press [Start].
Manual Sending Use manual sending when you want to talk to the recipient before sending a document, or if the recipient does not have a fax machine that can receive automatically. NOTE – You cannot use the platen glass for manual sending. –...
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Press [Hook] or pick up the handset of your external telephone. Dial the recipient’s fax/telephone number. NOTE Make sure to confirm the dial tone before entering a fax number. If you enter the number before the dial tone can be heard, the call may not connect, or the wrong number may be dialed. Talk through the handset to the recipient.
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 the receive mode with or [ , then press [OK]. <FaxOnly>: Answers all calls as faxes. <AnsMode>: Receives faxes automatically and records voice messages. <DRPD>: Distinguishes between fax and voice calls if you want to use an external telephone. <FAX/TEL>: Switches between fax and voice calls automatically if an external telephone is connected to the machine.
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 or load it in the ADF. For documents you can copy, see “Document Requirements,”...
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 / P H O T O What if... ● You enter a wrong number: Press [Clear] and enter a new number.
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 [COPY]. Press [Density] repeatedly until <AUTO> appears, then press [OK]. NOTE The image quality is automatically set to <TEXT>.
● Adjusting Manually [OK] Press [COPY]. Press [Density] repeatedly to select the manual mode. 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 [COPY]. Press [Enlarge/Reduce]. Press [ ] or [ – 200 % MAX. – 129 % STMT → LTR – 100 % –...
● Zoom Designation You can reduce or enlarge images by any copy ratio, in 1 % increments. The available copy ratios are from 50 % to 200 %. [OK] Press [COPY]. 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 %...
Make sure that the printer driver is installed. For details on printer driver settings, see Online Help. 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 MF4100 Series UFRII LT]).
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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 scanner driver settings, see the Scanner Driver Guide (in the User Software CD). Set a Document Place the document on the platen glass or load it in the ADF.
Set Scan Function Start MF Toolbox, then set the scanning format. The mark will be displayed above the button you select. For details on the MF Toolbox Settings, see Chapter 2, “Scanning a Document,” in the Scanner Driver Guide. Start Scanning Press [Start].
Start the Print Command From an open document on an application, click [File] > [Print]. Select the Fax Select the fax icon ([Canon MF4100 Series(FAX)]), then click [Print] or [OK]. What if... ● You want to adjust the fax properties: Click [Preferences] or [Properties] and adjust the settings.
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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 the [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 turn off the main power switch and disconnect the power cord. – Use a soft cloth to avoid scratching the components.
Interior Clean the machine’s print area periodically to prevent toner powder and paper dust from accumulating inside. Turn off the main power switch and disconnect the power cord. Lift the scanning platform until it is locked (A), and open the printer cover (B).
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CAUTION – Do not touch the fixing assembly (A) as it becomes very hot during use. – Do not touch the transfer roller (B) as this can damage the machine. – If loose toner comes into contact with your skin or clothing, wash with cold water.
Close the printer cover and lower the scanning platform. CAUTION Be careful not to get your fingers caught. Reconnect the power cord and turn on the main power switch. Fuser Roller If black streaks appear with printing, the fuser roller in the main unit may be dirty. Should this occur, clean the fusing roller in the following procedure.
Press [ ] or [ <FIX. UNIT CLEANING>, then press [OK]. Cleaning starts. When finished, the display returns to the standby mode. NOTE – Use standard paper as the cleaning paper. – Throw away the cleaning paper after use. 10-5 ] to select Scanning area Keep the scanning area clean to avoid...
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Close the ADF. CAUTION Be careful not to get your fingers caught. ● ADF If your documents have black streaks or appear dirty after copying them using the ADF, this may be caused by pencil lead rubbing off the documents and onto the roller.
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NOTE Do not dampen the cloth too much, as this may tear the document or damage the machine. Close the ADF cover. CAUTION Be careful not to get your fingers caught. Open the ADF. 10-7 Clean the ADF scanning area (on the left side of the platen glass) and the document feeding roller with a cloth dampened with...
Replacing the Toner Cartridge When the LCD displays <OUT OF TONER/CHANGE TONER>, or toner level is low by pressing [Toner Gauge], redistribute toner in the toner cartridge. If the message persists, replace the toner cartridge. Redistributing Toner Lift the scanning platform until it is locked (A), and open the printer cover (B).
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Hold the toner cartridge by its handle (A). The arrow (A) on the toner cartridge should be facing away from you and pointing down. 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.
Replacing the Toner Cartridge with a New One Lift the scanning platform until it is locked (A), and open the printer cover (B). Remove the toner cartridge. 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.
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Hold the toner cartridge by its handle. The arrow (A) on the toner cartridge should be facing away from you and pointing down. 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.
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. 10-14...
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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. Turn off the main power switch. Disconnect the power cord and all the cables from the back of the machine. Lift the scanning platform until it is locked (A), and open the printer cover (B).
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Remove the dust cover from the paper feeding tray. Remove the paper from the paper feeding tray. Store the dust cover inside the machine. Push the paper guide rail, and then close the paper feeding tray. Detach the Document feeder tray.
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Fold the paper stopper, and then push the output tray extension into the machine. 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. CAUTION –...
– If loose toner comes into contact with your skin or clothing, wash with cold water. Warm water will set the toner. NOTE Do not force a jammed document or paper out of the machine. Contact Canon Customer Care Center if needed. 11-1 Document Jams When <CHECK DOCUMENT> appears on the LCD display, remove a jammed document from the ADF.
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Hold both sides of any jammed documents and gently pull them out straight upward. NOTE Do not pull the document forcefully as it may tear. Hold both sides of any jammed documents and gently pull them out. Close the ADF cover. CAUTION Be careful not to get your fingers caught.
Close the ADF. CAUTION Be careful not to get your fingers caught. 11-3 Paper Jams When <PAPER JAM> or <PAPER JAM/ OPEN REAR COVER> appears on the LCD display, remove jammed paper from the inside of the machine first, then from the paper feeding tray or multi-purpose tray if necessary.
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Open the rear cover. This operation is required only when <PAPER JAM/OPEN REAR COVER> appears on the LCD display. Lift the scanning platform until it is locked (A), and open the printer cover (B). Remove the toner cartridge from the machine. CAUTION –...
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CAUTION – Do not touch the fixing assembly (A) as it becomes very hot during use. – Do not touch the transfer roller (B) as this can damage the machine. Hold both sides of the jammed paper and gently pull it out. 11-5 Gently pull the jammed paper between the fixing assembly (A)
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Hold both sides of the jammed paper and gently pull it out upward. This operation is required only when <PAPER JAM/OPEN REAR COVER> appears on the LCD display. If the jammed paper is badly folded, similar to the folds of an accordion, ease the jammed paper loose and then pull it out from the machine.
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Hold the toner cartridge by its handle. The arrow (A) on the toner cartridge should be facing away from you and pointing down. 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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Close the rear cover. This operation is required only when <PAPER JAM/OPEN REAR COVER> appears on the LCD display. CAUTION Be careful not to get your fingers caught. Load the paper into the paper feeding tray. Set the dust cover on the paper feeding tray.
LCD Messages See the table below when the LCD displays error messages. Common Message CANCEL : STOP/RESET 11-9 Description Appears alternately with other messages. Action Varies by the message that appears. For details, see the explanation for the message (i.e., <LOAD CORRECT PAPER>).
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Message CHANGE REG’D SIZE -> PAPER SETTINGS Description The paper size selected in <CASSETTE> or <MP TRAY> of the <PAPER SETTINGS> menu is not correct. Action – For printing received doc- uments, reports, or lists, set the paper size to <LTR>, <LGL>, <A4>, <OFICIO>, <BRAZIL-OFI- CIO>, <MEXICO-OFI-...
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Message CHECK DOCUMENT CLOSE COVER PRINTER COVER LIFT PANEL TO OPEN OPEN PRINTER COVER LOAD CORRECT PAPER 11-11 Description A document jam may have occurred in the ADF. The printer cover is not closed completely. Appears alternately with other messages. The size of the paper in the paper feeding tray or multi- purpose tray is different from...
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Message LOAD PAPER LOST IMAGE Description No paper is loaded in the paper feeding tray or multi- purpose tray, or not inserted correctly. The data in memory was lost when the machine was turned on. Action Load paper in the paper feeding tray or multi-purpose tray.
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Message MEMORY FULL OUT OF TONER CHANGE TONER PAPER JAM 11-13 Description – The number of the scanned document that can be stored in memory reached the maximum. – The machine’s memory is full of scanned documents when you use the sort copy function.
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Message PAPER JAM OPEN REAR COVER PLEASE WAIT REMOVE MP PAPER RESUME : OK Description Paper jams have occurred in the machine when making two-sided coping or two- sided printing. This message appears when the main power switch is turned on or when the machine is not ready for printing.
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If the message persists, turn off the main power switch, disconnect the power cord, and contact Canon Customer Care Center. Install the toner cartridge correctly. (See “Replacing the Toner Cartridge,” on p. 10-8.)
Facsimile Message ALREADY REGISTERED CANNOT REGIST MORE CANNOT USE THIS KEY CHECK TEL NUMBER HANG UP PHONE 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.
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(Based on the condition that the other party sends the fax by the imageCLASS MF4150 with ITU-T Standard Chart No.1, standard mode.) Wait for the machine to send any faxes in memory. Also print or delete any documents in memory.
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Message NOT REGISTERED RECEIVED IN MEMORY REGISTERING KEY CANNOT REGISTER Description No recipient is registered in the selected speed dialing key or code. The received fax documents or the reports are in memory because paper or toner ran out, paper jams occurred, or incorrect paper size was loaded.
Printer Message CANCEL : SYS.MONITOR PRINTER DATA ERROR CHECK PRINTER PRINTING 11-19 Description Appears alternately with other messages. The data from the PC was not printed. The printer is processing a print job. Action Varies by the message that appears. For details, see the explanation for the message (i.e., <LOAD CORRECT PAPER>).
Error Codes An error code is a four-digit code displayed on the LCD or in the bottom row of a TX Report or an RX Report when an error occurs. JOB NO. TYPE DESTINATION TEL/ID 0001 WEST-1 55555555 00A0:TX CANCEL Error Code For details on TX Report and RX Report, see Chapter 4, “Reports and Lists,”...
If you cannot solve the problem after having referred to the information in this chapter, contact Canon Customer Care Center at 1-800-828-4040 between the hours of 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday and 10:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Saturday.
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CAUTION If the machine makes strange noises, emits smoke or odd odor, turn off the main power switch immediately, disconnect the power cord, and contact Canon Customer Care Center. Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the machine yourself. NOTE Attempting to repair the machine yourself may void the limited warranty.
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]. <PAPER SETTINGS> <COMMON SETTINGS> <COPY SETTINGS> <TIMER SETTINGS> <FAX SETTINGS> <BROADCAST> <ADDRESS BOOK SET.> <ADJUST./CLEANING> <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 the 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. PAPER SETTINGS Setting Item 1 CASSETTE 2 MP TRAY COMMON SETTINGS Setting Item 1 DEFAULT SETTINGS 2 TONER SAVER MODE 3 DISPLAY LANGUAGE 12-5 Description Sets the paper type and size on the paper feeding tray.
COMMON SETTINGS 4 VOLUME CONTROL CALLING TONE MONITOR VOL. CTRL ENTRY TONE ERROR TONE COPY SETTINGS Setting Item 1 STANDARD SETTINGS DENSITY IMAGE QUALITY AUTO COLLATE 2 - SIDED Sets volumes for machine beeps in four levels. – NORMAL – HIGH –...
COPY SETTINGS 2 PAPER SIZE GROUP TIMER SETTINGS Setting Item 1 AUTO SLEEP 2 DATE&TIME SETTING 3 DATE TYPE SELECT 4 DAYLIGHT SV. TIME 12-7 Selects a paper size group for your machine.* – INCHES – A – AB * If the paper size group is changed, the available preset copy ratios will also change.
FAX SETTINGS Setting Item 1 BASIC SETTINGS UNIT TELEPHONE # UNIT NAME STANDARD SETTINGS DENSITY IMAGE QUALITY 2 TX SETTINGS AUTO REDIAL REDIAL TIMES REDIAL INTERVAL DIALING LINE CHCK Description Registers your fax number and name. Registers your fax number. (See “Set the Machine for Sending Faxes,”...
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FAX SETTINGS RESTRICT REDIAL CONFIRM NEW DEST. 3 RX SETTINGS INCOMING RING RING COUNT RX PRINT MEMORY RX PRINT RX 12-9 Sets whether to disable the redial function of the [Redial/ Pause] key. – OFF – ON Sets whether to prompt you to enter the fax number again after pressing [Start] key.
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FAX SETTINGS RX MODE RX TERMINAL ID RX RESTRICTION REMOTE RX Selects the receive mode. (See Chapter 1,“Advanced Fax Features,” in the Advanced Guide.) – FaxOnly – AnsMode – DRPD – FAX/TEL – MANUAL Sets whether to insert the machine’s fax number and the sender information on received faxes.
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FAX SETTINGS 4 PRINTER SETTINGS RX REDUCTION CONT. PRINTING 2 - SIDED PRINT 5 COMMUNICATIONS TEL LINE TYPE TOUCH TONE ROTARY PULSE 12-11 Sets the printer functions. Sets whether to reduce or truncate the image when a faxed page is larger than the size of paper loaded. (See Chapter 1, “Advanced Fax Features,”...
BROADCAST Setting Item BROADCAST 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 Description Registers destinations for broadcasting. Description Registers the information on one-touch speed dialing. Up to 8 destinations can be registered.
ADJUST./CLEANING Setting Item 1 FIX.UNIT CLEANING 2 SPECIAL MODE T 3 SPECIAL MODE U MODE1 MODE2 4 SPECIAL MODE V 12-13 Description Cleans the fuser roller. (See “Fuser Roller,” on p. 10-4.) Sets whether to prevent blur from appearing on the printouts.
REPORT SETTINGS Setting Item 1 SETTINGS TX REPORT RX REPORT ACTIVITY REPORT 2 LIST PRINT TX REPORT RX REPORT ACTIVITY REPORT MEMORY DATA LIST MEMORY IMAGE PRNT 1-TOUCH LIST CODED DIAL LIST GROUP DIAL LIST USER’S DATA LIST Description Sets the report functions. (See Chapter 4, “Reports and Lists,”...
Appendix Specifications General ● Type ● Power Source ● Power Consumption ● Warm-up Time ● Weight ● Dimensions ● Installation Space 13-1 Personal Desktop 120 - 127 V, 60 Hz (Power requirements differ depending on the country in which you purchased the product.) Max: Less than 680 W Less than 9.0 sec.* (temperature: 68°F (20°C),...
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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[Toner Gauge] key 1-5 Transporting machine 10-19 Troubleshooting 11-1 TX SETTINGS 12-8 USB port 1-3 User’s Data List 12-1 Printing 12-1 Using speed dialing 4-30 [View Settings] key 1-4 Zoom ratio 6-6 Preset zoom 6-6 Zoom designation 6-7 13-10...
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