Specifications

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LAB TEST
Canon imagePROGRAF iPF710
Buyers LaBoratory LAB TEST REPORT—European Edition
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LAB TEST
Canon imagePROGRAF iPF710
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offers with the imagePROGRAF iPF710, was included in this evaluation,
and also proved easy to use. Whether utilising the straightforward SmartLF
or more advanced CopySmart software, the Colortrac scanner package
enables user-friendly scanning and copying of large-format documents,
though superior overall functionality and greater colour accuracy, quality
and consistency were achieved using the CopySmart program. Designed
for CAD and GIS applications, the Colortrac scanner reproduced ne line
architectural plans and maps well at the 600-dpi resolution setting. Based
on its overall performance, BLI recommends this low-cost printer/scanner
package for architectural, engineering, construction and GIS professionals.
Furthermore, when used with premium media, the Canon imagePROGRAF
iPF710 wide-format printer is an acceptable wide-format printer for high-
quality graphics and sign applications as well. The Colortrac scanner is not
designed for graphics applications.
STRENGTHS
Highly reliable; perfect reliability performance
Excellent colour consistency throughout the test period
Can optimise performance for many media types
Useful pop-up device and job alerts
User-friendly optional Colortrac scanner enables the printer to serve as a scanner and copier
Quick wake-up time from sleep mode
Simultaneous scan-to-le and print capability using the CopySmart software bundled with the optional
scanner
Media-saving barcode and Free Layout nesting functions
Printer is user-installable; no dealer required
Windows and Mac compatible
WEAKNESSES
Four-colour process black when monochrome is selected in print driver (pure black is attainable by using
print driver’s BK ink setting once Print Priority is changed from Image to Line Drawing/Text)
Slight brown appearance to black-only prints
Fair line art in copy mode, primarily due to inconsistent line widths, as tested with the optional Color-
trac scanner
Confusing and numerous printer control panel menus
Multi-step procedure for loading roll paper
Printer advances and retracts roll paper after each page is cut
Inability to import les for direct printing
Slow copy times for documents longer than 3.05 m
No internal hard drive for job storage
Photographic image quality on 75 gsm plain paper rated fair
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