Summary of the content on the page No. 1
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
English Contents How to Use the Manuals............................................................. 2 Symbols Used....................................................................... 2 Package Contents ....................................................................... 3 Quick Start ................................................................................... 4 Introduction ................................................................................. 8 What Can Be Accomplished
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
How to Use the Manuals Please refer to the following manuals according to your purposes. Printer User Guide (This Guide) • Printer, paper and ink cassettes handling instructions • Camera and printer connection instructions • Printer and computer connection overview Printer Driver User Guide (Bundled on the CP Printer Solution Disk) • Printer driver installation instructions • Printer and computer connection instructions and printing instructions Camera User Guide (Included with the Camera)
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
Package Contents Card Photo Printer Paper Cassette Paper Cassette 1 (Postcard size) (Card size)* Standard Paper Ink Cassette (Postcard size, 5 sheets) (Postcard size, for 5 sheets) Battery Pack Battery Pack CP Printer Solution Disk 1 2 1 2 NB-CP1L* * Terminal Cover* * Compact Power Adapter AC Cable Cleaner Stick CA-CP100 • User Guide (this booklet) 2 • Warranty Card* 2 • Canon Customer Support Leaflet* 1 * Included with the CP-300 only. 2 * Not included in some regions. The following products a
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
Quick Start Let’s start by printing on postcard size paper. This section explains the procedures required to print with the paper and the ink cassette (trial kit) included with your printer. Some steps may vary according to the printer model so be sure to check which printer model you are using (CP-300 or CP-200). If you have trouble understanding certain procedures, please refer to the relevant reference pages for detailed instructions. * General camera descriptions in this guide refer to d
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
Placing the Paper into the Paper Cassette p. 23 2 Paper (Glossy side up) Top Cover Middle Cover Middle Cover (Address/stamp side next to the middle cover) Open the paper cassette’s Place the paper (postcard size, 5 1 2 top and middle covers. sheets), glossy side up and the address/stamp side next to the middle cover, in the paper cassette. Place the middle cover back to its original position, 3 and leave the top cover open. Loading the Paper Cassette into the Printer p. 25 3 Open the pa
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
Quick Start (Continued) Connecting the Printer to a Power Source p. 26 4 Insert the AC cable into the 1 compact power adapter and plug the other end into a mark DC IN Terminal facing up power outlet. Connect the compact power adapter to 2 To Power Source the printer’s DC IN terminal. • At this point, the CP-200’s power will turn on and the printer’s indicator will light green. Connecting the Camera to the Printer p. 26 5 Connect the USB cable (included with the 1 camera) to the camera’s
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
Turn On the Power (CP-300 Only) p. 27 6 ON/OFF Button Indicator Press the printer’s ON/OFF button until the indicator lights green. Printing p. 28 7 Turn the camera’s power on and display the images. 1 • The (Direct Print) mark appears on the upper left corner of the LCD monitor. Press the camera’s SET button. 2 Screen shot of the camera’s LCD monitor Select [Print] and press the SET button. 3 • Printing starts. With certain camera models, the camera will power up and display its images wh
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the Canon Card Photo Printer CP-300/CP- 200. This User Guide explains the printer’s general flow of operations, from camera print settings to printing and computer connection operations to printing. For information about how to make prints, refer to the Camera User Guide that came with your camera and to the Printer Driver User Guide (bundled on the CP Printer Solution Disk). Before using your printer for the first time, please read through the saf
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
What Can Be Accomplished with this Printer Connects directly to supporting Canon cameras Allows easy printing from any Canon camera that supports direct printing with the card photo printer (CP-300/CP-200). Just connect the interface cable and you’re ready to go. Connects directly to computers Simply connect the printer to a computer with one commercially available USB cable to perform the following operations. • Print images shot with the camera • Print part of an image (trimming) • Print im
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
Read This First Safety Precautions • Before using the devices, please ensure that you have read and understood the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the devices are operated correctly. • The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the devices to prevent injuries or damage to yourself and other persons. • “Devices” refers to the “printer, compact power adapter, battery pack (included with the CP- 300
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
Power Do not exceed the cable and power outlet ratings when operating this product. Do not operate this product outside of the specified voltage rating. Connecting too many lines to the same outlet may result in fire. Check that the voltage of the outlet is compatible with the devices before plugging them in. If the AC cable becomes damaged (if internal wiring is exposed, etc.), immediately unplug the cable from the power outlet. Continued use poses risk of fire or electric shock. Do not p
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
CAUTIONS Devices Do not block the air vents on the printer. Blocking the vents may cause the inside of the printer to overheat, resulting in damage to internal components and risk of equipment failure or fire. Use the devices in a well-ventilated area. Do not rest heavy objects on the devices. Objects may fall off the devices and cause injury. Weight placed on the devices may deform the casing, resulting in damage to internal parts and posing risk of fire. Unplug the devices when you are
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
Usage Location Do not use the devices in locations that are smoky, humid, dusty, or subject to strong vibration. Entry of water or dust into the devices, or internal damage caused by strong vibration, may pose risk of fire or electric shock. Have the devices checked approximately once a year (contact your dealer), preferably before the onset of your area’s humid season. Do not leave the devices exposed to high temperatures. Do not leave in direct sunlight, or close to heating equipment, or
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
Proper Usage and Handling Usage Location Do not use near strong magnets or near devices that produce strong electromagnetic fields. Electromagnetic radiation from devices such as TVs and game machines, and strong magnetic fields from devices such as speakers and large motors, may cause distortion in printed images. Use in a well-ventilated, level area. Leave about 10 cm (4 in.) of clearance around the printer. Be sure to leave clearance around the paper-handling slot (at the rear) so that
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
Cleaning the Printer Never use benzene, paint thinner, or other volatile solvents to clean the printer. Volatile solvents may cause deformation or peeling of the printer’s casing. To clean the printer, wipe it with a soft dry cloth. If stronger cleaning is required, wipe first with a cloth moistened with a dilute neutral solvent, then wipe again with a soft dry cloth. If you use a chemical cleaning cloth, read the instructions that come with it and observe all indicated precautions. Keep t
Summary of the content on the page No. 17
Proper Handling of Paper Please use only the paper types specified for use by Canon. Paper must be printed on the glossy side (the side without any printed markings). Always load paper into the cassette with the glossy side up. Loading the paper the wrong way may result in poor print quality, and in some cases may cause damage to the printer. Do not tear or bend the paper’s perforated edges before printing. Tearing the paper’s perforated edges will cause the ink sheet to wind up automaticall
Summary of the content on the page No. 18
Paper Storage If you wish to mount prints into an album, select an album with nylon-based sleeves, or with propylene or cellophane sleeves. Other types of sleeves may cause color loss or color bleeding. Color change may occur over time in accordance with conditions of storage. Canon assumes no liability for color changes. To avoid print quality deterioration, do not store your prints in the following types of locations. o o • Locations that reach temperatures above 40 C (104 F) • Humid or
Summary of the content on the page No. 19
Components Guide Card Photo Printer CP-300 Indicator Indicates the printer’s status. ON/OFF Button Orange: Charging the battery pack Turns the printer’s power ON and OFF. Green: Ready to print Blinking green: Printing in progress Blinking orange: Battery depleted Red/Blinking red: Error Ink Cassette Slot The ink cassette loads into this compartment. Paper Cassette Slot The paper cassette loads into Ink Cassette this compartment. Compartment Cover Paper Cassette Compar
Summary of the content on the page No. 20
Card Photo Printer CP-200 Indicator Indicates the printer’s status. Green: Ready to print Blinking green: Printing in progress Red/Blinking red: Error Ink Cassette Slot The ink cassette loads into this compartment. Paper Cassette Slot The paper cassette loads into this compartment. Ink Cassette Compartment Cover Paper Cassette Compartment Cover DC IN Terminal Connects to the Compact Power Adapter. USB Cable Connector Connects commercially available USB cables
