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Production Q. Where are the iPF8000S and iPF9000S manufactured? Japan. L-COA Q. What is the L-COA high-speed image processor? L-COA (Large format COmmon Architecture) is a new image processor developed especially for imagePROGRAF printers. With amazing speed, it processes large amounts of image data at high precision, drives and controls the dual high-density print heads, and handles other functions. It is the brain of the imagePROGRAF, so to speak.
Q Are the print heads replaceable? Yes they are user-replaceable. Q. What is the head resolution? The resolution of the print head itself is 1200 dpi. The maximum print resolution is 2400 x 1200 dpi. Q. How wide is the print head? 1.07 inch.
Ink System Q. Describe the ink system of the iPF8000S and iPF9000S. This is a newly developed 8-color ink system that consists of BK, MBK, C, M, Y, PC, PM, and GY. It incorporates LUCIA pigment inks. Here, colors that greatly affect the quality of printed images—cyan, photo cyan, and photo magenta—are symmetrically arranged on dual one-inch-wide print heads.
Q. What is the role of the maintenance cartridge? The cartridge absorbs excess ink from print head cleaning, borderless printing, and other printer operations. When the cartridge is almost full, the operation panel display and the status monitor software utility request users to replace it. Replacement frequency varies depending on the printing volume. Q. What is the capacity and price of an ink tank? iPF8000S and iPF9000S ink tanks are available in two sizes for each color, 330 and 700 ml.
compare the number of ink colors and conclude that the printer with more colors always has better image quality. In this case, however, 12-color models in the imagePROGRAF series do offer the high print quality sought by professionals in design, comp, photo, and artwork production. The color gamut has been expanded by adding three special RGB ink colors for pure, clear color reproduction throughout the gamut.
chosen based on the media, eliminating the inconvenience of changing inks. This also improves productivity significantly and prevents wasting ink from ink changes. Q. If users run out of one of the two types of black ink, can they print with the remaining ink if the media is compatible? No, this is not possible. The printer will not work if either ink tank is empty. The tank of the corresponding color must be replaced before printing. Q.
Q. Is operation ensured without genuine Canon ink? No, no quality assurance can be extended for products of other manufacturers. Consult respective manufacturers regarding any guarantees. Note that stains or other problems caused by ink leaks from other manufacturer's products are beyond the scope of complimentary service by Canon. For better printer safety and reliability, we recommend genuine Canon inks. Interface Q.
Auto Adjustment and Detection Features Q. What does the non-firing nozzle detection and compensation system do? This monitors ink firing from the print head nozzles with precision and automatically performs cleaning upon detection of clogging. Further, if clogging persists after cleaning, the nozzle that is not firing ink will be replaced by a functional one. This proactively prevents failed prints resulting from nozzle clogging. Q.
recognition as to which ink tanks have a low ink level. When an ink lamp is lit, there is enough ink in the tank. If the lamp is flashing, there is only a small amount of ink left. If the lamp is unlit, there is no more ink left in the tank. In addition to the remote UI and the imagePROGRAF Status Monitor, these lamps offer an additional convenient way to monitor the ink levels on the printer.
was used. (3) After sufficient drying, colors of both printed calibration charts were measured using a spectrophotometer, at a temperature of 23°C and relative humidity of 65%. The average ∆E (ΔE2000) was calculated between corresponding patches on the two calibration charts. Q. When should color calibration be performed? After initial installation and print head replacement. It can also be performed after printing for some time if users sense a difference in the appearance of colors. Q.
Q. Can any media be used for color calibration? No. Please use specified media for color calibration. To ensure the high-precision color calibration, we selected media that meet requirements for surface smoothness, color stability, color reproduction, and other criteria. To check what types of media can be used for color calibration, refer to the media guide for the printer or the Canon website. Q. Is color calibration possible using non-specified media? No, this is not possible.
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iPF8000S and iPF9000S Features Product Features and Target Market Q. What are the features of the iPF8000S and 9000S? Both models are part of a new series incorporating a newly developed 8-color ink system. This is a high-speed series designed for work that demands high productivity, such as production of signs or displays, or large posters as produced by print-for-pay shops. The iPF8000S supports output up to 44 inches wide, and the iPF9000S, up to 60 inches. The printers offer the following advantages.
iPF8000S and iPF9000S Features single-line arrangements. The result is high-speed printing that does not compromise high-precision, high-density image quality. Q. What is Economy mode? A print mode for lower ink consumption without much loss of print quality. This meets the needs of users for whom running costs are a priority. Economy mode can be used with types of media commonly used in the print-for-pay market. Q.
iPF8000S and iPF9000S Features - High reliability through maintenance Cycles of use of internal printer parts are monitored and stored on the printer, and users are notified when it is time for regular part replacement. This kind of preventative maintenance can help reduce the occurrence of problems. Q. What are competing models for the iPF8000S and iPF9000S? Competitive models for the iPF8000S are the EPSON Stylus Pro 9880 and HP Designjet Z6100 (42") or Z2100 (44").
iPF8000S and iPF9000S Features Environmental Performance Q. What are the printer's eco-friendly features? • Low power consumption during standby (in low-power mode) iPF8000S and iPF9000S: 5 W or less (100–120 V) or 6 W or less (220–240 V) • Safer construction: Improved safety to keep hazardous parts out of the reach of children • Complies with the U.S.
iPF8000S and iPF9000S Features Media and Feeding Q. What sizes, paper thicknesses, and outer diameters (for rolls) are supported? ¾ iPF8000S Maximum Paper Width 1118 mm (44") Maximum Printable Length 203 mm Maximum Cut sheet 1.6 m length Roll paper 18 m (varies depending on the operating system and application used) Media thickness Cut sheet Roll paper Maximum Outer Roll Diameter 0.07 mm to 0.
iPF8000S and iPF9000S Features Product Configuration (Consumables and Options) Q. What are the consumables? ¾ iPF8000S Ink tanks, print heads, media, Rotary cutter, and maintenance cartridges. ¾ iPF9000S Ink tanks, print heads, media, Rotary cutter, and maintenance cartridges. Q.
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Media General Questions Q.
Media It provides web link access to top page of the iPF web pages of each regional sales company. The “imagePROGRAF Support Information” can be started from the Support screen of the printer driver or the shortcut on the desktop of PC, and then users can easily and quickly obtain the latest product information and beneficial information when necessary.
Media z Categorized media names in the Media Type list The number of supported media is increasing every year and a wider variety of media has been provided. For easier understanding and quick selection, media names can be categorized in a hierarchical tree structure. This eliminates the need to search for particular media in a single long list, which prevents users from getting frustrated during the search. imagePROGRAF Print Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop and Digital Photo Professional Q.
Media • Gray single channel input mode, making it possible to edit black and white photographs • Bicubic enlargement, generating natural intermediate tone reproduction imagePROGRAF Status Monitor Q. What does the e-mail notification function do? If printer problems occur and trigger warning or error messages, users at designated email addresses are informed via email with this notification function.
Media With Auto Design, the user inputs the following data to create a template: Design Image Title Subtitle Content Images z Ambient Light Adjustment The world’s first Ambient Light Adjustment feature is newly incorporated. This feature is based on Kyuanos, Canon propriety color management technology of the next-generation.
Media - Working tray This new working tray feature lets the user test out different poster designs simply by dragging and dropping templates and clipart elements into the tray. It supports editing that entails significant trial and error with respect to different templates, designs, and so on. This results in improved productivity in editing. - Management of restrictions on content use and editing Editing restriction and effective period of use can be set to created templates.
Media Q. Can users select an image from a variety of design images with Auto Design? 11 design themes are provided such as season (Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter), Natural, Lively, Casual, Classy, Elegant, Cute, and Classic. To convey their design ideas and preferences, clients tend to use sensory and emotive adjectives and expressions when discussing poster designs with professional designers or production companies.
Media Q. Can finished poster images be printed on printers of other manufacturers (including as test prints)? These posters can only be printed on the W6400, W8400, and imagePROGRAF series printers (imagePROGRAF Printer Driver version 3.5 or later). Regarding test prints, however, they can be printed on all Canon printers up to A4 size. That is useful in checking the poster layout or text. Digital Photo Front-Access Q.
Media software, such as image development, browsing, selection, retouching, and printing. It helps users to efficiently make operations such as a production of large format digital photo prints and poster creation using digital photo images. z Auto image retouching With Canon proprietary auto image retouching technology, anyone can easily make high-quality photo prints of large format.
Media Q. If users also own a printer of another manufacturer, can Digital Photo Front-Access be used with it as well? Output is limited to the W6400, W8400, and iPF series printers (printer driver ver. 3.4 or later). Ambient Light Adjustment feature (and Kyuanos) Q. What is Kyuanos? What is the Kyuanos technology for? Kyuanos is a general-purpose color management technology developed by Canon.
Media Q. Will Kyuanos support Mac OS in the future? We cannot comment on that at the moment, although we have recognized the usefulness of Mac support Kyuanos as well as the Windows support. Q. Do you plan to further develop features of imagePROGRAF series based on Kyuanos? We cannot comment on that at the moment, although we are planning to do it in the future.
Media Light Adjustment since the viewed places randomly vary. This means that the Ambient Light Adjustment effect works best when printing in large format. That is why we incorporated it as a necessary feature in iPF8000S and iPF9000S. Q. Has Ambient Light Adjustment feature been strongly demanded? In case that a print looks different in color when posted although it appeared just as a user expected at production site, most users have unwillingly accepted the phenomenon.
Media sky (Blue) and fruits (Red). Choose one pattern that looks best from the four image patterns adjusted for typical lighting conditions. This method is ideal for beginners, since it requires no special tools or color matching expertise. 2. For professional users A method in which a professional colorimeter is used to obtain accurate readings of the ambient light.
Media [Color Concepts and Terminology] Q. What does color temperature refer to? When objects are heated, they emit light. This is called black-body radiation. Since the spectral distribution of black-body radiation is determined by its absolute temperature, the correspondence of color to temperature is established and colors can be represented as temperatures. Reddish colors indicate a low color temperature, and as the color temperature increases, the color changes from orange to white to bluish white. Q.