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LBP3200 Laser Printer User's Guide
Manuals for the Printer The manuals for this printer are divided as follows. Please refer to them for detailed information. CD-ROM Guides with this symbol are PDF manuals included on the accompanying CD-ROM. • Installation • Connecting to a Computer • Printing Methods • Basic Operations • Troubleshooting The printer illustration on the cover may differ slightly from your printer.
How This Manual Is Organized Chapter 1 Before You Start Using This Printer Chapter 2 Loading and Delivering Paper Chapter 3 Setting Up the Printing Environment Chapter 4 Printing a Document Chapter 5 Routine Maintenance Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Chapter 7 Appendix 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.
Contents Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Symbols Used in This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Buttons Used in This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Illustrations Used in This Manual . . . . . . . .
Chapter 2 Loading and Delivering Paper Paper Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2 Usable Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2 Paper Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2 Paper Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For Windows 2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing from the CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing with Plug and Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . For Windows XP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing from the CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
[Security] Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-31 [Paper Selection] Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-32 Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-32 Scaling Print Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33 Scaling a Document Automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . When Uninstallation Fails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Uninstalling the USB Class Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing by Selecting the USB Port (Windows 98/Me Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . Problems During Network Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface Thank you for purchasing the Canon LASER SHOT LBP3200. Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the printer in order to familiarize yourself with its capabilities, and to make the most of its many functions. After reading this manual, store it in a safe place for future reference. How To Use This Manual Symbols Used in This Manual The following symbols are used in this manual to explain procedures, restrictions, handling precautions, and instructions that should be observed for safety.
Illustrations Used in This Manual Illustrations used in this manual are for the 220 V model unless otherwise specified. For the 120 V model, a cover is attached to the face-down delivery area. A5 B5 EXE C A4 LG L LTR ON OF F Displays Used in This Manual Screen shots of the computer operation screen used in this manual are those taken when the LASER SHOT LBP3200 has operated for Windows 2000. The buttons which you should press are marked with a as shown below.
Abbreviations Used in This Manual In this manual, product names and model names are abbreviated as follows: Microsoft® Windows® 95 operating system: ® ® Windows 95 Microsoft Windows 98 operating system: Windows 98 Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition operating system: Windows Me ® ® Windows 2000 ® ® Windows XP ® Windows® Microsoft Windows 2000 operating system: Microsoft Windows XP operating system: Microsoft operating system: LASER SHOT LBP3200: Windows LBP3200 ix
Legal Notices FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Laser Beam Printer, Model F187900 ■ 120 V model This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
■ 220 - 240 V model This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Laser Safety (120 V/220 - 240 V models) Laser radiation could be hazardous to the human body. For this reason, laser radiation emitted inside this printer is hermetically sealed within the protective housing and external cover. No radiation can leak from the printer in the normal operation of the product by the user. This printer is classified as a Class 1 laser product under IEC60825-1:1993, EN60825-1:1994, and as for the U.S.A., it is classified as Class 1 under the Code of Federal Regulations, 1040.
International Energy Star-Program As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Canon USA, Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR Program for energy efficiency. The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption.
Disclaimers The information in this manual is subject to change without notice. CANON INC. MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WITH REGARD TO THIS MATERIAL, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THEREOF, WARRANTIES AS TO MARKETABILITY, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF USE OR AGAINST INFRINGEMENT OF ANY PATENT. CANON INC.
Important Safety Instructions Please read these "Important Safety Instructions" thoroughly before operating the printer. As these instructions are intended to prevent injury to the user or other persons or destruction of property, always pay attention to these instructions. Also, since it may result in unexpected accidents or injuries, do not perform any operation unless otherwise specified in the manual.
CAUTION • Do not install the printer in unstable locations, such as unsteady platforms or inclined floors, or in locations subject to excessive vibrations, as this may cause the printer to fall or tip over, resulting in personal injury. • Never block the ventilation slots on the printer. The vantilation slots are provided for proper ventilation of working parts inside the printer. Blocking the vantilation slots can cause the printer to overheat, resulting in a fire.
- Do not connect one extension cord to another. - Make sure that the voltage of the power plug is the one indicated in the rating label (attached on the back of the printer) when you use the printer. - Use an extension cord that allows the current value greater than the necessary one indicated in the rating label (attached on the back of the printer).
• Do not drop paper clips, staples, or other metal objects inside the printer. Also, do not spill water, liquids, or flammable substances (alcohol, benzene, paint thinner, etc.) inside the printer. If these items come into contact with a high-voltage area inside the printer, it may result in a fire or electrical shock. If these items are dropped or slipped inside the printer, immediately turn OFF the power switch, and disconnect the USB cable if you use it.
Maintenance and Inspections WARNING • When cleaning the printer, first turn OFF the power switch, disconnect the USB cable, then unplug the power plug. Failure to observe these steps may result in a fire or electrical shock. • Clean the printer using a slightly dampened cloth with a mild detergent mixed with water. Do not use alcohol, benzene, paint thinner, or other flammable substances. Check detergent for flammability prior to use.
• When removing paper which has become jammed inside the printer, remove the jammed paper gently to prevent the toner on the paper from scattering and getting into your eyes or mouth. If the toner gets into your eyes or mouth, wash them immediately with cold water and immediately consult a physician. • When loading paper or removing jammed paper, take care not to cut your hands on the edges of the paper.
Before You Start Using This Printer 1 CHAPTER This chapter describes the major features and basic functions of this printer. Features and Benefits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Parts and Their Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Features and Benefits ■ High Performance Printing System "CAPT" 1 Before You Start Using This Printer LBP3200 is equipped with the latest CAPT (Canon Advanced Printing Technology) software supporting Windows 98/Me and Windows 2000/XP. As this system batch-processes the print data in a computer instead of a printer, it enables high-speed printing, making full use of the features of a computer. It shortens the time period over which the computer is freed.
■ Easy Maintenance & Printer Status Window Uniting toner with a photosensitive drum, the toner cartridge for LBP3200 can be easily replaced. The Printer Status Window that is displayed during print allows you to make exact judgements by graphics and sound, improving the operability of this printer.
Parts and Their Functions This section describes the name and function of each part in order for you to use this printer properly to make full use of the functions. Before You Start Using This Printer 1 CAUTION Never block the ventilation slots on the printer. The vantilation slots are provided for proper ventilation of working parts inside the printer. Blocking the vantilation slots can cause the printer to overheat, resulting in a fire.
Front View b a c h g f A5 B5 EXE C A4 LG L LTR d ON OF F e a Face-down Delivery Tray Allows paper to be delivered straight. b Face-down Delivery Area Delivers paper with the printing surface face down. (See p. 2-11.) c Delivery Selection Cover Switches between face-up delivery and face-down delivery. (See p. 2-13.) d Power Switch Turns ON/OFF the printer. (See p. 1-11.) e Cassette Allows you to load a maximum of 250 sheets of plain paper (64 g/m2). (See p. 2-9.
Rear View b Before You Start Using This Printer 1 c a d e g f a Power Socket Connected to the supplied power cord. (See p. 1-8.) b Face-up Delivery Slot Delivers paper with the printing surface face up. (See p. 2-12.) c Power Indicator Lights up when the printer is ON. d Ventilation Slot Cools the insides of the printer. Do not block the ventilation slot. e USB Connector Connected to the USB cable. The USB cable is connected to the USB port on the computer. (See p. 1-14.
Internal View Before You Start Using This Printer 1 a ON OF F a Toner Cartridge Guide When setting the toner cartridge, push it while aligning the projection at each side of the toner cartridge with this guide. (See p. 5-5.
Plugging the Power Cord This section describes the procedure for connecting the power cord. Before connecting the power cord, see "Important Safety Instructions," on p. xv. Before You Start Using This Printer 1 WARNING • Do not damage or modify the power cord. Also, do not place heavy objects on • • • • • • • 1-8 the power cord, or pull on or excessively bend it, as this could cause electrical damage and result in a fire or electrical shock.
CAUTION • Do not use power supplies with voltages other than those specified herein, as this may result in a fire or electrical shock. • Always grasp the power plug when unplugging the power cord. Pulling on the IMPORTANT • Do not plug the power cord into the auxiliary outlet on the computer. • One AC power outlet should be used exclusively for the printer. • Do not connect this printer to an uninterruptible power source.
3 Plug the power plug into the AC power outlet.
Turning the Printer ON/OFF Turning the Printer ON In order to use this printer, you should press " " of the power switch to turn ON the printer. After running a self-diagnostic test, the printer will be ready to print. IMPORTANT • Do not turn ON the printer immediately after turning it OFF. After turning OFF the printer, wait for 10 seconds or longer before turning it ON again. • If the printer does not operate properly, or an error message appears in the Printer Status Window, see "Troubleshooting," on p.
The power indicator lights up and the printer initiates a self-diagnostic test. If no abnormality is found out in the self-diagnostic test, the printer is ready to print. Before You Start Using This Printer 1 Turning the Printer OFF Follow the instruction below to turn OFF the printer. IMPORTANT • If the printer is used in a network, before turning OFF the printer, make sure that other computers do not send printing data into the printer.
Connecting to a Computer WARNING When connecting or disconnecting the USB cable while the power plug is plugged into the AC power outlet, do not touch the metal part of the connector. This may lead to an electrical shock. IMPORTANT • You can connect or disconnect the USB cable even while the computer or printer is ON. However, do not connect or disconnect the USB cable in the following situations, as this may result in a computer or printer glitch.
1 Connect the B-type (square) end of the USB cable to the USB connector on the rear side of the printer. Before You Start Using This Printer 1 2 Connect the A-type (flat) end of the USB cable to the USB port on the computer. NOTE After connecting the USB cable, install the software for this printer according to the instructions on the computer screen. For more details, see "Installing the CAPT Software," on p. 3-4.
Loading and Delivering Paper 2 CHAPTER This chapter describes the types of paper that can be used with this printer, and how to load and deliver paper. Paper Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Usable Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2 Printable Area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Paper Requirements Usable Paper To ensure optimum performance, use only paper that falls within the specifications listed below. Inappropriate paper may deteriorate print quality or result in paper jams. Loading and Delivering Paper 2 IMPORTANT In the following cases, the print speed may drop in stages as the safety function that prevents damage caused by heat becomes active. - For continuous print on B5- or Executive-size paper, the print speed may drop down to 6 ppm.
Paper Source Size Cassette Manual Feed Slot Envelope C5 162.0 mm x 229.0 mm 6.38 inch x 9.02 inch O O Envelope COM10 104.9 mm x 241.3 mm 4.13 inch x 9.50 inch O O Envelope DL 110.0 mm x 220.0 mm 4.33 inch x 8.66 inch O O Envelope Monarch 98.5 mm x 190.5 mm 3.88 inch x 7.50 inch O O Width: 76.2-215.9 mm length: 127.0-355.6 mm X O Custom Paper 2 * If "LGL" is indicated in the cassette, you can load the legal-size paper in the cassette.
■ Plain Paper This printer can print on plain paper in width of 76.2 to 215.9 mm, in length of 127.0 to 355.6 mm, and in weight of 64 to 90 g/m2 including the standard size paper: A4, B5, A5, Legal, Letter, and Executive. IMPORTANT If "LGL" is indicated in the cassette, you can load the legal-size paper in the cassette. Whether "LGL" is indicated in the cassette or not depends on the area where you purchased this printer.
■ Envelope This printer can print on Envelope C5, Envelope COM10, Envelope DL, and Envelope Monarch. IMPORTANT • The following shows the usable envelopes for this printer. Envelope DL 110.0 mm x 220.0 mm (4.33 inch x 8.66 inch) Envelope Monarch 98.5 mm x 190.5 mm (3.88 inch x 7.50 inch) Envelope COM10 104.9 mm x 241.3 mm (4.13 inch x 9.50 inch) Envelope C5 162.0 mm x 229.0 mm (6.38 inch x 9.02 inch) * Envelopes with a flap on the short edge cannot be used. • Do not use the following types of envelopes.
Paper Size Envelope DL Envelope Monarch Paper Guide ENV. DL ENV. MONARCH * "LGL" (legal size) may be indicated in the cassette depending on the area where you purchased this printer. Printable Area The following shows the printable area of this printer. 2 Loading and Delivering Paper ■ Plain Paper / Heavy Paper / Transparency / Label The areas within 5 mm from all sides of paper cannot be printed on.
Unusable Paper To avoid problems such as paper jams and other malfunctions, the following types of paper should never be used. Paper Requirements 2-7 2 Loading and Delivering Paper IMPORTANT • Paper to be easily jammed - Too thick or thin paper - Irregularly-shaped paper - Wet or moist paper - Torn or damaged paper - Rough, extremely smooth, or glossy paper - Paper with binding holes or perforations - Curled or creased paper - Specially coated paper (coated paper for ink jet printers, etc.
Storing Paper The quality of paper may deteriorate if it is stored improperly even when the paper meets the normal specifications. Deteriorated paper may cause misfeeds, paper jams, or deterioration in print quality. Observe the following guidelines for storing and handling paper: IMPORTANT • Store paper away from moisture since paper quality deteriorates in a moist environment. 2 • Paper wrappers help avoiding moisture and dryness.
Paper Source Paper Source Type This printer has two paper sources: the cassette and the manual feed slot. 2 Loading and Delivering Paper ■ Standard Paper source: Manual feed slot Cassette Manual feed slot Cassette A5 B5 EXE C A4 LG L LTR ON OF F IMPORTANT Before printing on paper that is fed from the cassette, make sure that paper is not set in the manual feed slot. If paper is set in the manual feed slot, the paper in the manual feed slot is fed first.
Paper Capacity for Paper Source The following shows the paper capacity for the cassette and the manual feed slot. Paper Source Paper Type Loading and Delivering Paper 2 2-10 Cassette Manual Feed Slot Plain paper (64 g/m2) Approx. 250 sheets 1 sheet Heavy paper (128 g/m2) Approx. 100 sheets 1 sheet Transparency Approx. 100 sheets 1 sheet Label Approx. 100 sheets 1 sheet Envelope Approx.
Paper Delivery Area Paper Delivery Area Type Face-down Delivery Area Prints are delivered to the face-down delivery area with the printing surface face down. When delivering paper to the face-down delivery area, open the face-down delivery tray. IMPORTANT The face-down delivery area becomes extremely hot while printing or immediately after printing. When removing paper or paper jam, be careful not to touch the face-down delivery area and its surroundings.
Face-up Delivery Slot Prints are delivered to the face-up delivery slot with the printing surface face up. The face-up delivery slot is suitable for printing on transparencies, envelopes or labels which tend to curl, as the face-up delivery slot feeds the printed material flat. Loading and Delivering Paper 2 IMPORTANT • Remove paper from the face-up delivery slot each time one sheet of paper is fed. • The face-up delivery slot becomes extremely hot while printing or immediately after printing.
IMPORTANT The following shows the number of sheets that can be delivered into the face-down delivery area for the 120 V model. - Plain paper (64 g/m2) Approx. 100 sheets - Heavy paper (128 g/m2) Approx. 30 sheets - Transparency Approx. 5 sheets - Label Approx. 10 sheets - Envelope Approx. 10 sheets Selecting the Paper Delivery Area Switching into the Face-up Delivery Slot To switch into the face-up delivery slot, open the delivery selection cover by holding the edge as shown in the figure.
Printing on Plain Paper / Heavy Paper / Label / Transparency This section describes the procedure for printing on plain paper, heavy paper, labels, and transparencies. For instructions on printing on custom paper, see "Printing on Custom Paper," on p. 2-40. Loading and Delivering Paper 2 Loading Paper The paper sources in which you can load paper are the cassette and the manual feed slot. For continuous print, load paper in the cassette.
Loading Paper in the Cassette Follow the procedure below to load paper in the cassette. Load the paper lengthways in the cassette. IMPORTANT • Do not take the cassette out of the printer while printing. It may result in paper jams or printer malfunction. • If you refill the cassette when a few sheets of paper still remain, take out the loaded paper once, then align the paper to be refilled and taken out paper together. • Do not touch the black rubber pad in the cassette.
1 Pull out the cassette. Loading and Delivering Paper 2 2 While holding the lock release lever on the paper guide at the rear of the cassette, slide the paper guide to the mark indicating the desired paper size. A4 LTR B5 EXEC ENV. COM10 A5 ENV. DL ENV. ISO-C5 ENV. MONARCH IMPORTANT If "LGL" is indicated in the cassette, you can load the legal-size paper in the cassette. Whether "LGL" is indicated in the cassette or not depends on the area where you purchased this printer.
NOTE "LGL" indicated in the cassette shows legal size, "LTR" shows letter size, and "EXEC" shows executive size. 3 While holding the lock release lever on the paper guide on either side of the cassette, slide the paper guide to the mark indicating the desired paper size. The paper guides on the sides of the cassette move together. A4 B5 LTR EXEC A5 NOTE "LTR" indicated in the cassette shows letter size, and "EXEC" shows executive size.
CAUTION Be careful not to cut your hands with the edges of the transparencies or labels. IMPORTANT • Be sure to fan the transparencies or labels thoroughly before loading them. If they are not fanned enough, this may result in double-feeds or paper jams. • When fanning or aligning the transparencies, try to hold the edges to avoid touching the printing surface. • Take care not to mark or stain the printing surface of the transparencies with fingerprints, dust, or oil. This may result in poor print quality.
• Double-feeding may occur frequently if the cutting edges of the paper stack are not smooth. In this case, thoroughly fan the paper stack, and then align the edges of the paper stack on a flat surface. NOTE To print on letterhead paper or paper printed with a logo, load the paper so that the printing surface faces down and the top edge comes toward the front of the cassette.
6 Press down the paper stack as shown in the figure, then make sure that it does not exceed the load limit mark and that it is loaded under the hooks on the paper guides. Make sure that there is sufficient space between the hooks and paper stack. Take out some paper when there is no space. Load limit mark Hooks Hook Loading and Delivering Paper 2 Load limit mark Hook IMPORTANT The following shows the cassette capacity.
7 Set the cassette in the printer. Push the cassette into the printer firmly until the front surface of the cassette is flush with that of the printer. Setting Paper in the Manual Feed Slot Follow the procedure below to set paper in the manual feed slot. IMPORTANT • In the manual feed slot, you can set only one sheet of paper at a time. • You cannot specify multiple print copies or multiple pages when you use the manual feed slot.
NOTE "LGL" indicated in the manual feed slot shows legal size, "LTR" shows letter size, and "EXEC" shows executive size. 2 While holding paper with your hands as shown in the figure, slowly insert paper with the printing surface face up until it hits on the back. Loading and Delivering Paper 2 After paper is set, it is fed slightly. CAUTION When setting paper, be careful not to cut your hands with the edges of the paper. IMPORTANT • Set the paper straight.
NOTE To print on letterhead paper or paper printed with a logo, set the paper so that the printing surface faces up and the top edge comes toward the back of the manual feed slot. :Feeding direction Setting Printer Driver and Printing Follow the procedure below to set the printer driver. 1 Select [Print] in the application. Select this printer for [Name] and click [Properties].
2 Display the [Page Setup] sheet, then from [Page Size], select the size of a document that you created in the application. Loading and Delivering Paper 2 3 From [Output Size], select the size of the loaded paper as needed. Select [A4] or [Letter] for printing on transparencies or labels. If the size of a document is the same as that of paper set in the cassette or manual feed slot, select [Match Page Size].
4 From [Paper Type], select the type of paper that you loaded. Select [Plain Paper] for using plain paper, [Heavy Paper] for heavy paper or labels, and [Transparencies] for transparencies. NOTE • If paper curls excessively when printed with [Plain Paper] selected, select [Plain Paper L]. • If print fixing is not sufficient when printed with [Heavy Paper] selected, select [Heavy Paper H]. 5 Click [OK] to close the [Properties] dialog box.
6 Click [OK] to start printing.
Printing on Envelope This section describes the procedure for printing on envelopes. Loading Envelope For printing on one envelope that differs in type from paper in the cassette, set it in the manual feed slot. IMPORTANT • Before printing on envelopes that are fed from the cassette, make sure that paper is not set in the manual feed slot. If paper is set in the manual feed slot, the paper in the manual feed slot is fed first.
- Wrinkled or creased envelopes - Poorly manufactured envelopes in which the glued parts are uneven. - Irregularly-shaped envelopes • Before loading the envelopes, flatten the stack of envelopes to release any remaining air, and press the fold lines at edges tightly. • Do not print on the back of an envelope. Loading Envelope in the Cassette Follow the procedure below to load envelopes in the cassette. 2 Loading and Delivering Paper Load envelopes lengthways in the cassette.
• Do not lift the cassette by holding only the rear part of the cassette. If you do so, the rear part of the cassette may come off. 1 Loading and Delivering Paper 2 Pull out the cassette.
2 While holding the lock release lever on the paper guide at the rear of the cassette, slide the paper guide to the mark indicating the desired paper size. A4 LTR B5 EXEC ENV. COM10 A5 ENV. DL ENV. ISO-C5 ENV. MONARCH Loading and Delivering Paper 2 NOTE The following shows the abbreviations of the paper size that are indicated on the paper guide. Paper Size Envelope C5 ENV. ISO-C5 Envelope COM10 ENV. COM10 Envelope DL Envelope Monarch 2-30 Paper Guide Printing on Envelope ENV. DL ENV.
3 Place the stack of envelopes on a flat surface, flatten them to release any remaining air, and press the fold lines at edges tightly. CAUTION Be careful not to cut your hands with the edges of the envelopes. 4 5 Loosen the hard corners of the envelopes and flatten curls as shown in the figure. Align the edges of the envelopes on a flat surface.
6 Load the envelopes so that the rear edges of the envelopes touch the paper guide. Loading and Delivering Paper 2 CAUTION When loading envelopes, be careful not to cut your hands with the edges of the envelopes. IMPORTANT • Make sure that the paper guide is at the appropriate position of paper size. If the paper guide is not adjusted properly, this may result in misfeeds. • The back of an envelope cannot be printed on.
While holding the lock release lever on the paper guide at either side of the cassette, slide the paper guide to the mark indicating the desired envelope size. The paper guides on the sides of the cassette move together. 2 Loading and Delivering Paper 7 IMPORTANT Be sure to align the paper guides with the width of the envelopes. If the paper guides are too loose or too tight, this may result in misfeeds or paper jams.
8 Press down the envelopes as shown in the figure, then make sure that they do not exceed the load limit mark and that they are loaded under the hooks on the paper guides. Make sure that there is sufficient space between the hooks and envelopes. Take out some envelopes when there is no space. Load limit mark Hooks Hook Loading and Delivering Paper 2 Load limit mark Hook IMPORTANT A maximum of approx. 20 envelopes can be loaded in the cassette.
Setting Envelope in the Manual Feed Slot Follow the procedure below to set an envelope in the manual feed slot. 1 Insert about 2 cm of the edge of an envelope into the manual feed slot a, then slide the paper guides aligning with the width of the envelope b. The paper guides move together. a b IMPORTANT • Be sure to align the paper guides with the width of the envelopes. If the paper guides are too loose or too tight, this may result in misfeeds or paper jams.
2 While holding the envelope with your hands as shown in the figure, slowly insert the envelope with the printing surface face up until it hits on the back. Loading and Delivering Paper 2 After the envelope is set, it is fed slightly. CAUTION When setting the envelope, be careful not to cut your hands with the edges of the envelope. IMPORTANT • Set envelops straight. • If the envelopes are curled or folded at corners, flatten them before setting. • The back of an envelope cannot be printed on.
Setting Printer Driver and Printing Follow the procedure below to set the printer driver. 1 Select [Print] in the application. Select this printer for [Name] and click [Properties]. Loading and Delivering Paper 2 2 Display the [Page Setup] sheet, then from [Page Size], select the size of a document that you created in the application.
3 From [Output Size], select the size of the loaded paper as needed. If the size of a document is the same as that of paper set in the cassette or manual feed slot, select [Match Page Size]. Loading and Delivering Paper 2 IMPORTANT If the settings are different between [Page Size] and [Output Size], the printer produces an enlarged or reduced print automatically.
Click [OK] to start printing.
Printing on Custom Paper This section describes the procedure for printing on custom paper. Loading Custom Paper Follow the procedure below to set custom paper. In the manual feed slot, you can set custom paper in width of 76.2 to 215.9 mm and in length of 127.0 to 355.6 mm. Loading and Delivering Paper 2 The paper source in which you can set custom paper is the manual feed slot only. You cannot load custom paper in the cassette. IMPORTANT • Do not load jagged-edged, creased, or extremely curled paper.
IMPORTANT • Be sure to align the paper guides with the width of the paper. If the paper guides are too loose or too tight, this may result in misfeeds or paper jams. While holding paper with your hands as shown in the figure, insert paper with the printing surface face up until it hits on the back. After paper is set, it is fed slightly. CAUTION When setting paper, be careful not to cut your hands with the edges of the paper. IMPORTANT • Set the paper straight.
NOTE To print on letterhead paper or paper printed with a logo, set the paper so that the printing surface faces up and the top edge comes toward the back of the manual feed slot. Loading and Delivering Paper 2 :Feeding direction Setting Printer Driver and Printing Follow the procedure below to set the printer driver. 1 2-42 Select [Print] in the application. Select this printer for [Name] and click [Properties].
2 Display the [Page Setup] sheet, then from [Page Size], select the size of a document that you created in the application. NOTE In order to use the custom paper, you have to register the custom paper size in advance. For instructions on registering the custom paper size, see "Specifying a Custom Paper Size," on p. 4-36. 3 From [Output Size], select the name (size) of the set custom paper as needed.
4 From [Paper Type], select the type of paper that you set. Select [Plain Paper] for using plain paper, [Heavy Paper] for heavy paper. Loading and Delivering Paper 2 NOTE • If paper curls excessively when printed with [Plain Paper] selected, select [Plain Paper L]. • If print fixing is not sufficient when printed with [Heavy Paper] selected, select [Heavy Paper H]. 5 2-44 Click [OK] to close the [Properties] dialog box.
Click [OK] to start printing.
Loading and Delivering Paper 2 2-46 Printing on Custom Paper
Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 CHAPTER This chapter describes the procedure for installing the printer driver in a computer and specifying the settings when using this printer in a network environment. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 After Installing the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction After Installing the Printer The following shows work that should be performed after installing the printer. ■ Installing the printer driver (See p. 3-4.) The printer driver is software required for printing from an application you use. Specify the print settings in the printer driver. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 ■ Setting a network environment (See p. 3-34.
- System Requirements (minimum required) Windows 98/Me CPU PentiumII 300 MHz or higher Memory (RAM)* 64 MB or more Hard Disk 15 MB or more Windows 2000/XP PentiumII 300 MHz or higher 128 MB or more 15 MB or more (PC/AT compatibles) * As the amount of memory that can be actually used differs depending on the system configuration of your computer or your application, the above environment does not guarantee printing in any case.
Installing the CAPT Software This section describes the procedure for installing the CAPT software when connecting this printer to your computer directly. IMPORTANT • The CAPT software is required for printing with this printer. Be sure to install the CAPT software. • When there is not enough free hard disk space, the dialog box shown below appears during installation. In this case, click [OK] to stop the installation and increase the free space, then install the CAPT software again.
2 Connect the printer to the computer with the USB cable. 3 Turn ON the computer and start up Windows 98/Me. Put the supplied "User Software for LBP3200" CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. If the CD-ROM is already set in the drive, take it out and put it into again. The CD-ROM menu will appear automatically. NOTE If the CD-ROM menu does not appear automatically, select [Run] under the [Start] menu, enter "D:\English\CAP4MNU.exe", and click [OK]. (The CD-ROM drive name is indicated as "D:" in this manual.
6 Confirm the language and click [OK]. After the preparation for installation is completed, the CAPT (Canon Advanced Printing Technology) software installer will start up. The [Welcome] dialog box will appear. 3 Setting Up the Printing Environment 7 Click [Next]. The [Software License Agreement] dialog box will appear. 8 3-6 Confirm the contents of the software license agreement, then click [Yes].
9 Select [Automatic Detection (recommend)] and click [Next]. 10 Click [OK], then press " " of the power switch to turn ON the printer. ON OF F Installation of the printer driver and the USB class driver will start automatically. 11 After the installation is completed, click [OK]. The installation of the USB class driver and the printer driver is completed.
Installing with Plug and Play IMPORTANT Before installing the CAPT software with Plug and Play, make sure that the printer is properly connected to your computer and that the printer is turned ON. 1 Turn ON the computer and start up Windows 98/Me. The [Add New Hardware Wizard] dialog box will appear. ● For Windows Me 3 Setting Up the Printing Environment If the following dialog box appears, proceed to Step 2. If the following dialog box appears, proceed to Step 9.
● For Windows 98 If the following dialog box appears, click [Next], then proceed to Step 2. 3 2 Setting Up the Printing Environment If the following dialog box appears, click [Next], then proceed to Step 9. Select [Specify the location of the driver (Advanced)], then click [Next]. If you are using Windows 98, select [Search for the best driver for your device. (Recommended).]. The dialog box for specifying the search location will appear.
3 4 Put the supplied "User Software for LBP3200" CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Select [Search for the best driver for your device. (Recommended).], remove a checkmark from [Removable Media (Floppy, CD-ROM…)] and place a checkmark for [Specify a location]. If you are using Windows 98, remove a checkmark from [Floppy disk drives] and [CD-ROM drive], and place a checkmark for [Specify a location]. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 5 Click [Browse], then select a folder.
6 Make sure that the correct folder is displayed in [Specify a location], and then click [Next]. 7 Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 Click [Next]. Installation of the USB class driver will start. 8 Click [Finish].
The printer driver will be detected automatically. Please wait until it is completed. The [Add New Hardware Wizard] dialog box will appear. If you are using Windows 98, click [Next]. 3 Setting Up the Printing Environment 9 Select [Specify the location of the driver (Advanced)], then click [Next]. If you are using Windows 98, select [Search for the best driver for your device. (Recommended).]. The dialog box for specifying the search location will appear.
10 If the supplied "User Software for LBP3200" CD-ROM is not in the CD-ROM drive, put it into the CD-ROM drive. 11 Select [Search for the best driver for your device. (Recommended).], remove a checkmark from [Removable Media (Floppy, CD-ROM…)] and place a checkmark for [Specify a location]. If you are using Windows 98, remove a checkmark from [Floppy disk drives] and [CD-ROM drive], and place a checkmark for [Specify a location].
13 Make sure that the correct folder is displayed in [Specify a location], and then click [Next]. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 14 Click [Next]. 15 Enter a new name in [Printer name] if you want to change the printer name. If another printer driver has been already installed in the computer, the message will appear. In this case, select [Yes] or [No].
16 Click [Finish]. Copying files will be started. 17 When the dialog box for completing installation appears, click [OK]. The [Add New Hardware Wizard] dialog box will appear. 3 Setting Up the Printing Environment 18 Click [Finish]. The installation of the USB class driver and the printer driver is completed.
For Windows 2000 Installing from the CD-ROM 1 Make sure that the power switch is turned OFF. IMPORTANT Do not turn ON the printer until Step 8 during installation procedure. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 2 Connect the printer to the computer with the USB cable. 3 Turn ON the computer and start up Windows 2000. 4 Log on by a user who has an administrator's permission. NOTE Full Control Permission is required for the installation of the printer driver.
6 Click [Install a Printer Driver]. The dialog box for confirming the language will appear. Confirm the language and click [OK]. The preparation for installation will start. 8 When the screen shown below appears, turn ON the printer. In order to turn ON the printer, press " " of the power switch. ON OF F The installation of the printer driver and the USB class driver will start automatically.
9 When the screen shown below appears, click [OK]. The installation of the USB class driver and the printer driver is completed. Installing with Plug and Play IMPORTANT Before installing the CAPT software with Plug and Play, make sure that the printer is properly connected to your computer and that the printer is turned ON. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 1 Turn ON the computer and start up Windows 2000. 2 Log on by a user who has an administrator's permission.
4 Select [Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended)], then click [Next]. NOTE [Unknown] may be displayed as the name of the device. 5 Remove a checkmark from [Floppy disk drives] and [CD-ROM drives], place a checkmark for [Specify a location], and then click [Next].
6 7 Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 8 Put the "User Software for LBP3200" CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive, then click [Browse]. If your CD-ROM drive is drive [D:], select [D:\English\Win2K_XP]. Select [CAP4STK.INF], then click [Open]. Make sure that the selected folder is displayed in [Copy manufacturer's files from], then click [OK]. The dialog box for completing the search for a driver file will appear.
9 Click [Next]. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 Copying files will be started. NOTE Click [Yes] if the [Digital Signature Not Found] dialog box is displayed. 10 When the screen shown below appears, click [OK]. The [Found New Hardware Wizard] dialog box will appear. 11 Click [Finish]. The installation of the USB class driver and the printer driver is completed.
For Windows XP Installing from the CD-ROM 1 Make sure that the power switch is turned OFF. IMPORTANT Do not turn ON the printer until Step 8 during installation procedure. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 2 Connect the printer to the computer with the USB cable. 3 Turn ON the computer and start up Windows XP. 4 Log on by a user who has an administrator's permission. NOTE Full Control Permission is required for the installation of the printer driver.
6 Click [Install a Printer Driver]. The dialog box for confirming the language will appear. 7 Confirm the language and click [OK]. The preparation for installation will start. 8 When the screen shown below appears, turn ON the printer. In order to turn ON the printer, press " " of the power switch. ON OF F Installation of the printer driver and the USB class driver will start automatically.
9 When the screen shown below appears, click [OK]. The installation of the USB class driver and the printer driver is completed. Installing with Plug and Play IMPORTANT Before installing the CAPT software with Plug and Play, make sure that the printer is properly connected to your computer and that the printer is turned ON. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 1 Turn ON the computer and start up Windows XP. 2 Log on by a user who has an administrator's permission.
4 Select the search method and folder to browse. ❑ Select [Search for the best driver in these locations]. ❑ Remove a checkmark from [Search removable media (floppy, CD-ROM…)]. ❑ Place a checkmark for [Include this location in the search]. ❑ Click [Browse], then select a folder. If your CD-ROM drive is drive [D:], select [D:\English\Win2K_XP]. ❑ Click [OK]. 5 Make sure that the selected folder is displayed in [Include this location in the search], then click [Next].
6 When the screen shown below appears, click [OK]. The [Found New Hardware Wizard] dialog box will appear. 7 Click [Finish]. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 The installation of the USB class driver and the printer driver is completed.
After Completing Installation (Canon LBP3200 Group) When the installation of the CAPT software is completed, the icon and folder for [Canon LBP3200] group will be created. ■ For Windows 98/Me/2000 • The [Canon LBP3200] printer icon will be displayed in the [Printers] folder. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 • The shortcut of the [Canon LBP3200] folder will be displayed on the desktop. • The [Canon LBP3200] group will be added into [Programs] under the [Start] menu.
If you double-click the [Canon LBP3200] folder on the desktop, the icon for each of [Canon LBP3200] group will be displayed. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 • Canon LBP3200 Uninstallation Used if you want to uninstall the CAPT software from your computer. To start up, double-click the icon. (See p. 3-48.) • Canon LBP3200 Status Window Shows the printer or printing status with an animation or sound. You can pause or cancel the print job from this window.
■ For Windows XP • The [Canon LBP3200] printer icon will be displayed in the [Printers and Faxes] folder. • The shortcut of the [Canon LBP3200] folder will be displayed on the desktop. • The [Canon LBP3200] group will be added into [All Programs] under the [Start] menu.
If you double-click the [Canon LBP3200] folder on the desktop, the icon for each of [Canon LBP3200] group will be displayed. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 • Canon LBP3200 Uninstallation Used if you want to uninstall the CAPT software from your computer. To start up, double-click the icon. (See p. 3-48.) • Canon LBP3200 Status Window Shows the printer or printing status with an animation or sound. You can pause or cancel the print job from this window.
Printing a Test Page Before using the printer for the first time, be sure to print a test page using the following procedure. NOTE The screen shots used in this section are from Windows 2000. 3 Display the [Printers] or [Printers and Faxes] folder. Setting Up the Printing Environment 1 For Windows 98/Me/2000: Click the [Start] menu ➞ [Settings] ➞ [Printers]. For Windows XP Professional: Click the [Start] menu ➞ [Printers and Faxes].
2 Select the [Canon LBP3200] icon, then select [Properties] from the [File] menu. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 The [Properties] dialog box for this printer will appear. 3 Click [Print Test Page] from the [General] sheet. Printing a test page will be started.
If the test page is printed properly, click [OK]. If you are using Windows 98/Me, click [Yes]. NOTE If the test page is not printed properly, uninstall the CAPT software (see "Installation Problems," on p. 6-22), restart the computer, then start the installation procedure again.
Using the Printer on a Network If you set this printer as a shared printer, you can use it from other computers to which the printer is not connected directly. If you share this printer in a network, make the settings below. In this manual, the computer that is directly connected to this printer is called the "print server", and the computers that can use this printer over the network are called "clients".
a Local install into the print server (Windows 98/Me ➞ p. 3-4, Windows 2000 ➞ p. 3-16, Windows XP ➞ p. 3-22) b Print server settings (Network) (Windows 98/Me ➞ p. 3-35, Windows 2000/XP ➞ p. 3-39) c Print server settings (Printer sharing) (Windows 98/Me ➞ p. 3-38, Windows 2000/XP ➞ p. 3-40) d Install into clients (See p. 3-43.) NOTE Using this printer in your network requires that both the print server and the clients should be using Windows 98/Me or Windows 2000/XP.
3 4 Click the [Service] icon, and then click [Add]. Select [File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks], then click [OK]. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 The [Select Network Component Type] dialog box will appear first, then the display will return to the [Network] dialog box. 5 3-36 Click [File and Print Sharing].
6 7 Make sure that [I want to be able to allow others to print to my printer(s).] is selected, then click [OK]. Display the [Access Control] sheet and select either [Share-level access control] or [User-level access control]. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 8 Click [OK], then restart Windows.
■ Printer Sharing Settings 1 Select the [Start] menu ➞ [Settings] ➞ [Printers]. The [Printers] folder will appear. 2 Right-click [Canon LBP3200] icon, then select [Sharing] from the pop-up menu. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 The [Properties] dialog box for this printer will appear. 3 3-38 Select [Shared As]. Change [Share Name] if you want to, then enter [Comment] and [Password] as needed.
NOTE • If you have selected [User-level access control] in Step 7 of "Network Settings" (see p. 3-37), click [Add] and select users that can use the printer. • Do not enter blank or special characters in [Share Name]. 4 Click [OK]. The printer icon changes to the printer sharing icon. For Windows 2000/XP NOTE The screen shots used in this section are from Windows 2000. ■ Network Settings 1 For Windows 2000: Select the [Start] menu ➞ [Settings] ➞ [Network and Dial-up Connections].
3 Make sure that [File and Printers Sharing for Microsoft Networks] is selected, then click [OK]. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 ■ Printer Sharing Settings NOTE For Windows XP, the sharing settings cannot be made at the default configuration (the settings made immediately after the installation). Printer sharing settings requires running [Network Setup Wizard] and enabling the sharing settings. For more details, see the Online Help on Windows.
2 Right-click the [Canon LBP3200] icon, then select [Sharing] from the pop-up menu. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 The [Properties] dialog box for this printer will appear. 3 Select [Shared as] (for Windows XP, [Share this printer]). Change the share name if you want to. NOTE • You can also specify the sharing settings during the local installation. • Do not enter blank or special characters in [Shared as].
4 Click [Additional Drivers]. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 The [Additional Drivers] dialog box will appear. 5 6 For Windows 2000, select [Windows 95 or 98], for Windows XP, select [Windows 95, 98 and Me], then click [OK]. Put the supplied "User Software for LBP3200" CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. If the [Insert Disk] dialog box appears, click [OK].
7 If your CD-ROM drive is drive [D:], select [D:\English\Win98], and then click [OK]. Copying files will be started. 3 Click [Close]. The printer icon changes to the printer sharing icon. Installation on the Clients This section describes the download installation as a way of installing the printer driver into clients. NOTE • For the clients, both Windows 98/Me and Windows 2000/XP can be used. • If the print server is Windows 98/Me, the download installation into Windows 2000/XP cannot be performed.
1 From the [Start] menu, select [Settings] ➞ [Printers]. The [Printers] folder will open. Then, double-click the [Add Printer] icon. For Windows XP Professional: Click the [Start] menu ➞ [Printers and Faxes] ➞ [Add a printer]. For Windows XP Home Edition: Click the [Start] menu ➞ [Control Panel] ➞ [Printers and Other Hardware] ➞ [Printers and Faxes] ➞ [Add a printer]. The [Add Printer Wizard] dialog box will appear. 2 Click [Next]. 3 Select [Network printer] and click [Next].
4 For Windows 2000/XP, click [Next]. For Windows 98/Me, click [Browse]. 5 Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 Select the directory of the print server, then click [Next]. For Windows 98/Me, proceed to Step 7.
6 Select whether or not to use this printer as the default printer, then click [Next]. Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 7 Click [Finish]. NOTE Click [Yes] if the [Digital Signature Not Found] dialog box is displayed. Installing from [Windows Explorer] 1 For Windows Me/2000/XP: Click the [Start] menu ➞ [Programs] ([All Programs] for Windows XP) ➞ [Accessories] ➞ [Windows Explorer]. For Windows 98: Click the [Start] menu ➞ [Programs] ➞ [Windows Explorer].
2 Select the print server from [My Network Places] (from [Network Computer] for Windows 98), then double-click the [Canon LBP3200] icon. Or drag and drop the [Canon LBP3200] icon into the [Printers] folder. 3 The [Printers] dialog box will appear. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Uninstalling the CAPT Software Uninstalling removes the CAPT software from your computer. The CAPT software can be uninstalled using the following procedure. IMPORTANT If the printer driver was installed into Windows 2000/XP logged on by a user who has an administrator's permission, it can not be uninstalled from the computer logged on by any other than a user who has an administrator's permission.
Click [OK]. The uninstallation starts, and the dialog box for asking you for the restart of the computer appears. 4 Click [OK]. Windows will restart. NOTE • If the CAPT software cannot be uninstalled, see "When Uninstallation Fails," on p. 6-23.
Setting Up the Printing Environment 3 3-50 Uninstalling the CAPT Software
Printing a Document 4 CHAPTER This chapter describes the procedure printing documents and the functions of this printer. Printing from an Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Canceling a Print Job . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Specifying the Printing Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Printing from an Application After installing the software, now you can perform a print job. The following instruction describes the procedure for printing from an application, taking Acrobat Reader included in the accompanying CD-ROM as an example. 1 Set paper in the cassette or manual feed slot. NOTE For instructions on printing on plain paper, heavy paper, labels, and transparencies, see "Printing on Plain Paper / Heavy Paper / Label / Transparency," on p.
4 Specify the paper size of a document and printing orientation, then click [OK]. Select [Print] from the [File] menu. 4 Printing a Document 3 The printer driver will start up, and the [Print] dialog box will appear.
5 Select [Canon LBP3200] from [Name], then specify printing preferences. Printing a Document 4 6 If you specify more detailed printing preferences, click [Properties]. The [Properties] dialog box for this printer will appear. NOTE • The printer name displayed in this dialog box can be changed in the [Printers] folder (for Windows XP, the [Printers and Faxes] folder). • The procedure for displaying the printer properties dialog box may differ depending on the application being used.
7 Specify the printing preferences in the [Page Setup], [Finishing], and [Quality] sheets, then click [OK]. The [Print] dialog box will re-appear. NOTE It is recommended that you should confirm the contents in the [Page Setup] sheet for each print job. 8 Click [OK]. The printer will start to print. NOTE • If any trouble occurs in printing, see Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting". • "Using the Printing Functions," on p. 4-16 describes how to use the functions of the printer and printer driver.
Canceling a Print Job You can cancel, pause, or resume a print job in the Printer Status Window. 1 Start printing. The Printer Status Window will appear. NOTE The Printer Status Window may not appear depending on the settings for [Display Printer Status Window] in the [Preferences] menu. (See "Setting Preferences," on p. 4-48.) Printing a Document 4 2 Click the button for the desired operation on the toolbar. ● Canceling the print job ❑ Click . ● Pausing the print job ❑ Click .
Specifying the Printing Preferences The CAPT software for LBP3200 allows you to specify various printing preferences. To specify the printing preferences, first display the [Printer Properties] dialog box or the [Document Properties] dialog box. Follow the procedure below suitable for your operating system to display the properties dialog boxes. If you display the [Document Properties] dialog box from your application, you can specify the settings for a particular print job.
2 Confirm the printer name, and then click [Properties]. Printing a Document 4 The [Document Properties] dialog box will appear.
Displaying the [Printer Properties] Dialog Box from the [Printers] Folder 1 From the [Start] menu, select [Settings] ➞ [Printers]. Printing a Document 4 The [Printers] folder will appear. 2 Select the [Canon LBP3200] icon, then select [Properties] from the [File] menu.
The [Printer Properties] dialog box will appear. Printing a Document 4 NOTE The [Printer Properties] dialog box can also be opened by right-clicking the [Canon LBP3200] icon and selecting [Properties] from the pop-up menu. For Windows 2000/XP If you display the [Document Properties] dialog box from your application, you can specify the settings for a particular print job.
Displaying the [Document Properties] Dialog Box from the Application This section describes the procedure, taking Acrobat Reader included in the accompanying CD-ROM as an example. 1 Select [Print] from the [File] menu in the application. 2 Printing a Document 4 Confirm the printer name, and then click [Properties].
The [Document Properties] dialog box will appear. NOTE The [Document Properties] dialog box can also be opened by right-clicking the [Canon LBP3200] icon and selecting [Printing Preferences] from the pop-up menu. Printing a Document 4 Displaying the [Document Properties] Dialog Box from the [Printers] Folder 1 From the [Start] menu, select [Settings] ➞ [Printers]. For Windows XP Professional: Click the [Start] menu ➞ [Printers and Faxes].
Select the [Canon LBP3200] icon, then select [Printing Preferences] from the [File] menu. 4 Printing a Document 2 The [Document Properties] dialog box will appear. NOTE The [Document Properties] dialog box can also be opened by right-clicking the [Canon LBP3200] icon and selecting [Printing Preferences] from the pop-up menu.
Displaying the [Printer Properties] Dialog Box from the [Printers] Folder 1 From the [Start] menu, select [Settings] ➞ [Printers]. For Windows XP Professional: Click the [Start] menu ➞ [Printers and Faxes]. For Windows XP Home Edition: Click the [Start] menu ➞ [Control Panel] ➞ [Printers and Other Hardware] ➞ [Printers and Faxes]. Printing a Document 4 The [Printers] folder will appear. 2 4-14 Select the [Canon LBP3200] icon, then select [Properties] from the [File] menu.
The [Printer Properties] dialog box will appear. Specifying the Printing Preferences 4-15 4 Printing a Document NOTE The [Printer Properties] dialog box can also be opened by right-clicking the [Canon LBP3200] icon and selecting [Properties] from the pop-up menu.
Using the Printing Functions For Windows 98/Me The [Printer Properties] dialog box and the [Document Properties] dialog box contain the following sheets that allow you to specify the various printing functions. You can switch among sheets by clicking the tabs. This section describes the types of printing preferences that can be specified in each sheet.
[Page Setup] Sheet The [Page Setup] sheet allows you to specify the following printing preferences. Printing a Document 4 ■ Page Size Display the [Page Size] pull-down menu, then select a desired page size. The page sizes that can be selected are as follows: • A3 (297.0 mm x 420.0 mm, 11.69 inch x 16.54 inch) • B4 (257.0 mm x 364.0 mm, 10.12 inch x 14.33 inch) • A4 (210.0 mm x 297.0 mm, 8.27 inch x 11.69 inch) • B5 (182.0 mm x 257.0 mm, 7.17 inch x 10.12 inch) • A5 (148.0 mm x 210.0 mm, 5.83 inch x 8.
■ Output Size Display the [Output Size] pull-down menu, then select a desired paper size. The paper sizes that can be selected are as follows: • Match Page Size • A4 (210.0 mm x 297.0 mm, 8.27 inch x 11.69 inch) • B5 (182.0 mm x 257.0 mm, 7.17 inch x 10.12 inch) • A5 (148.0 mm x 210.0 mm, 5.83 inch x 8.27 inch) • Letter (215.9 mm x 279.4 mm, 8.50 inch x 11.00 inch) • Legal (215.9 mm x 355.6 mm, 8.50 inch x 14.00 inch) • Executive (184.1 mm x 266.7 mm, 7.25 inch x 10.50 inch) • Envelope DL (110.0 mm x 220.
■ Manual Scaling / Page Order (See p. 4-34.) When [1 Page per Sheet] is selected for [Page Layout], [Manual Scaling] appears. When 2, 4, 8, or 9 (Pages per Sheet) is selected for [Page Layout], [Page Order] appears. • [Manual Scaling]: When the settings in [Page Size] and [Output Size] are different, the scale factor will be adjusted automatically, producing an enlarged or reduced print. If you want to specify the scale factor manually, select [Manual Scaling], then specify the value in the spin box.
[Finishing] Sheet The [Finishing] sheet allows you to specify the following printing preferences. Printing a Document 4 ■ Collate When printing multiple pages of the document in multiple copies, select whether or not to make collated sets of copies. When a checkmark is not placed for [Collate], the specified print copies are made for each page. When a checkmark is placed for [Collate], the sets of copies are collated during print.
[Quality] Sheet The [Quality] sheet allows you to specify the following printing preferences. Printing a Document 4 ■ Resolution Allows you to specify the fineness of images. Select [600 dpi] or [300 dpi]. ■ Halftones Allows you to select the halftone processing for printing color or gray-scale images. [Pattern 1] Suitable for printing general documents. [Pattern 2] Sharpness is applied when printing photographic image. To print an image of a person or for emphasizing the darkness.
• To change the density settings, drag the slider for [Toner Density] rightward and leftward. • If you place a checkmark for [Use Toner Save], you can save toner. • If you place a checkmark for [Image Refinement], the printer will smooth jagged characters or graphics automatically. IMPORTANT Using the Toner Save mode may decrease print density making printed text look patchy. [General] Sheet Displays the printer name. Allows you to print a test page.
[Sharing] Sheet Allows you to specify whether or not to share the printer. NOTE When [File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks] is not added to the network settings, the [Sharing] sheet is not displayed. (See p. 3-35.) For Windows 2000/XP The [Printer Properties] dialog box and the [Document Properties] dialog box contain the following sheets that allow you to specify the various printing functions. You can switch among sheets by clicking the tabs.
NOTE For more details on the operations, see the Online Help. The Online Help can be displayed using the following procedure. Click within the Online Help to close the displayed Online Help. - Press the [Tab] key on your keyboard to select an item that you want to display, then press the [F1] key. - Right-click an item that you want to display, then click [What's This?] from the pop-up menu.
• Size 1 (Custom paper, name changeable) (See p. 4-36.) • Size 2 (Custom paper, name changeable) (See p. 4-36.) • Size 3 (Custom paper, name changeable) (See p. 4-36.) ■ Output Size Display the [Output Size] pull-down menu, then select a desired paper size. The paper sizes that can be selected are as follows: • Match Page Size • A4 (210.0 mm x 297.0 mm, 8.27 inch x 11.69 inch) • B5 (182.0 mm x 257.0 mm, 7.17 inch x 10.12 inch) • A5 (148.0 mm x 210.0 mm, 5.83 inch x 8.27 inch) • Letter (215.9 mm x 279.
■ Page Layout (See p. 4-32.) Multiple pages can be printed on one sheet of paper. The number of pages that can be selected is 1, 2, 4, 8, or 9 (Pages per Sheet). If you select 2, 4, 8, or 9 (Pages per Sheet), the [Page Order] pull-down menu will appear, allowing you to specify the page order. ■ Manual Scaling / Page Order (See p. 4-34.) When [1 Page per Sheet] is selected for [Page Layout], [Manual Scaling] appears. When 2, 4, 8, or 9 (Pages per Sheet) is selected for [Page Layout], [Page Order] appears.
[Finishing] Sheet The [Finishing] sheet allows you to specify the following printing preferences. ■ Collate When printing multiple pages of the document in multiple copies, select whether or not to make collated sets of copies. When a checkmark is not placed for [Collate], the specified print copies are made for each page. When a checkmark is placed for [Collate], the sets of copies are collated during print. ■ Preferences The dialog box shown below will appear by clicking [Preferences].
• [EMF Spooling] allows you to specify the spool file format. If a checkmark is placed, the file is spooled in metafile format. If it is not, the file is spooled in RAW format. If you have the printer set up as a network printer, the file is always spooled in RAW format. [Quality] Sheet The [Quality] sheet allows you to specify the following printing preferences. Printing a Document 4 ■ Resolution Allows you to specify the fineness of images. Select [600 dpi] or [300 dpi].
■ Details The dialog box shown below will appear by clicking [Details]. • To change the density settings, drag the slider for [Toner Density] rightward and leftward. • If you place a checkmark for [Use Toner Save], you can save toner. • If you place a checkmark for [Image Refinement], the printer will smooth jagged characters or graphics automatically. [General] Sheet Displays the printer name. Allows you to print a test page.
[Sharing] Sheet Allows you to specify whether or not to share the printer. NOTE The [Sharing] sheet does not appear when the appropriate network settings is not configured. (See p. 3-39.) Printing a Document 4 [Ports] Sheet Allows you to add, delete, and configure a printer port.
[Advanced] Sheet Allows you to specify the detailed settings, such as the time when the printer is available and the spooling settings. Printing a Document 4 [Security] Sheet Allows you to confirm the access permissions for each logged-on user.
[Paper Selection] Sheet Allows you to select custom paper. Printing a Document 4 Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet Multiple pages can be printed on one sheet of paper. 1 2 Display the [Page Setup] sheet. From [Page Layout], select the page numbers to be printed on one sheet. The number of pages that can be selected is 1, 2, 4, 8, or 9 (Pages per Sheet).
3 When 2, 4, 8, or 9 (Pages per Sheet) is selected for [Page Layout], [Page Order] appears. Select the desired page order. NOTE • If you select 2, 4, 8, or 9 (Pages per Sheet), [Match Page Size] is set for [Output Size] automatically, disallowing you to select from [Output Size]. • The options under the [Page Order] pull-down menu differ depending on the orientation and the number of pages to be printed on one sheet. 4 Confirm the settings, then click [OK].
Scaling a Document Automatically 1 Display the [Page Setup] sheet. 2 Specify the document size in [Page Size]. 3 Specify the paper size in [Output Size]. 4 Confirm the settings, then click [OK]. Printing a Document 4 The scale factor will be set automatically depending on the sizes specified in [Page Size] and [Output Size].
Scaling a Document Manually 1 Display the [Page Setup] sheet. 2 Specify the document size in [Page Size]. 3 Specify the paper size in [Output Size]. 4 Place a checkmark for [Manual Scaling], then specify the value in the spin box. Printing a Document 4 5 Confirm the settings, then click [OK].
Specifying a Custom Paper Size Follow the procedure below to specify a desired paper size. ■ For Windows 98/Me 1 Display the [Page Setup] sheet. 2 Click [Custom Paper Size]. Printing a Document 4 The [Custom Paper Size Settings] dialog box will appear. 3 4-36 Specify the following items as needed. [Custom Paper List]: Displays the names of custom paper that are currently registered. [Name]: Enter the name of the custom paper to be registered. Up to 30 characters can be entered.
4 [Unit]: Specify the units (Millimeter or Inch) to be used when setting the custom paper size. [Paper Size]: Specify the height and width of the custom paper size (Height Width). Specify the custom paper size using portrait orientation (Height Width) within valid setting values. The valid setting values are from 76.2 to 215.9 mm in width, and from 127.0 to 355.6 mm in height. Confirm the settings, then click [OK].
3 4 After confirming the settings, click [Save Form], and then click [Close]. Select the [Canon LBP3200] icon, then select [Properties] from the [File] menu. Printing a Document 4 The [Printer Properties] dialog box will appear. 5 4-38 Display the [Paper Selection] sheet, then select custom paper to be changed from [Selected Paper].
6 Click the [Change Paper] button. 7 From [Available Paper], select custom paper to be used, then click [OK].
8 Confirm the settings, then click [OK].
Specifying the Print Quality The [Quality] sheet allows you to specify the following printing preferences. 1 Display the [Quality] sheet. 2 Printing a Document 4 Specify [Resolution]. Select [600 dpi] or [300 dpi]. 3 4 Specify [Halftones]. [Pattern 1] Suitable for a typical document. [Pattern 2] Prints photographs vividly. Suitable for images in which persons are emphasized or contrast is high. [Pattern 3] Prints color characters and thin lines beautifully.
Specifying the Toner Density 1 Display the [Quality] sheet. 2 Click [Details]. Printing a Document 4 The [Detailed Settings] dialog box will appear. 3 To change the density settings, drag the slider for [Toner Density] rightward and leftward. If you place a checkmark for [Use Toner Save], you can save toner. IMPORTANT Using the Toner Save mode may decrease print density making printed text look patchy. 4 4-42 Confirm the settings, then click [OK].
Specifying the Image Refinement The printer detects and smoothes jagged characters or graphics automatically. 1 Display the [Quality] sheet. 2 Click [Details]. Printing a Document 4 The [Detailed Settings] dialog box will appear. 3 Place a checkmark for [Image Refinement]. 4 Confirm the settings, then click [OK].
Viewing the Printer Settings / Restoring the Default Settings You can view all the printing preferences that are specified in the [Page Setup], [Finishing], and [Quality] sheets or restore those default settings at one time. First make sure that any one of the [Page Setup], [Finishing], or [Quality] sheet is displayed, then follow the procedure below. NOTE Preview will be displayed on each sheet. You can view the print image in Preview.
Restoring the Default Settings To restore the default settings, click [Restore Defaults]. You can restore the default settings only in the same sheet or dialog box as [Restore Defaults] displayed. The default settings in the [Page Setup], [Finishing], and [Quality] sheets cannot be restored all at once.
Printer Status Window The Printer Status Window shows the printer status of the LBP3200 (such as the operation status and print job information) with messages, animations, sounds, and icons. NOTE To activate a sound, your computer must have a PCM synthesizer, and have the driver for PCM synthesizer installed. Using the Printer Status Window The functions on the Printer Status Window are the same on both Windows 98/Me and Windows 2000/XP.
■ Other Functions Displays the current printer status. Message Area Displays the current printer status with a short message. Message Area (Auxiliary) Displays additional information when an error occurs, etc. Animation Area Shows an animated graphic indicating the current printer status. The graphic background changes from blue (normal) to orange (when an error occurs), or to red (when a service error occurs).
Closing the Printer Status Window Right-click the Printer Status Window icon on the Windows taskbar, then select [Exits all printers' Printer Status Windows]. Then, the icon will also disappear. Setting Preferences The Preferences menu allows you to display the Printer Status Window automatically, specify the sound settings and make the Printer Status Window to monitor the printer status.
1 Select [Preferences] from the [Options] menu. Printing a Document 4 The [Preferences] dialog box will appear. 2 Confirm each of the settings, then click [OK]. NOTE For detailed information on operations for the Printer Status Window, see the Online Help.
Network Printer Status The status of a network printer can be displayed on the client's Printer Status Window as well as on the print server's. If the print server is not running when the Printer Status Window starts up, the status will be displayed automatically when the print server starts up. • Printer Status of Print Server - Displays the status of the local print jobs and the client's print jobs. - The print job can be paused, resumed and canceled in [Print Job Details] and [Waiting Job].
Routine Maintenance 5 CHAPTER This chapter describes printer maintenance, such as how to replace the toner cartridge or how to clean the printer. Replacing the Toner Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Before Replacing the Toner Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2 Replacing the Toner Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Toner Cartridge This section describes how to replace or handle the toner cartridge and the precautions for storage. IMPORTANT The product code of the toner cartridge is indicated on the location shown in the figure. Purchase a toner cartridge of the same product code when you need it. Routine Maintenance 5 NOTE With the toner cartridge for this printer, up to approx. 2500 sheets of paper (A4) can be printed.
IMPORTANT • Do not touch the high-voltage contacts in the front cover, as this may result in damage to the printer. High-voltage contacts 1 Open the front cover. When opening the front cover, put your hands into the opening on both sides of the printer, then slowly and strongly pull it out.
2 Take the toner cartridge out of the printer. IMPORTANT • Print quality may deteriorate if you touch or damage the drum inside the toner cartridge. Be careful not to touch the drum or open the drum protective shutter. Be careful not to hold or touch the portions that are not described in this procedure. This may result in damage to the printer. Routine Maintenance 5 Drum protective shutter • Do not expose the toner cartridge to direct sunlight or strong light.
3 Hold the toner cartridge as shown in the figure, and gently shake it 5 or 6 times to evenly distribute the toner inside. Be careful not to spill the toner. 4 While aligning the projection on each side of the toner cartridge with the toner cartridge guide, push the toner cartridge completely. Replacing the Toner Cartridge 5 Routine Maintenance IMPORTANT • If toner is not distributed evenly, this may result in a deterioration in print quality. Be sure to carry out this procedure properly.
5 IMPORTANT • If you cannot close the front cover, confirm that the toner cartridge is set properly. If you close the front cover forcefully, this may cause damage to the printer. • Do not leave the front cover open for a long time after setting the toner cartridge. 5 Routine Maintenance Close the front cover. If the print is too thin even after performing the operation above, replace the toner cartridge with a new one.
IMPORTANT • Use only the toner cartridge exclusive to this printer. • Do not touch the high-voltage contacts in the front cover, as this may result in damage to the printer. High-voltage contacts 1 Open the front cover. When opening the front cover, put your hands into the opening on both sides of the printer, then slowly and strongly pull it out.
2 Take the toner cartridge out of the printer. 3 Take a new toner cartridge out of the protective bag. Use scissors to open the protective bag so as not to damage the toner cartridge. Routine Maintenance 5 IMPORTANT • Keep the protective bag for the toner cartridge. It may be required when taking out the toner cartridge for printer maintenance. • Print quality may deteriorate if you touch or damage the drum inside the toner cartridge.
• Do not expose the toner cartridge to direct sunlight or strong light. 4 Hold the toner cartridge as shown in the figure, and gently shake it 5 or 6 times to evenly distribute the toner inside. IMPORTANT • If toner is not distributed evenly, this may result in a deterioration in print quality. Be sure to carry out this procedure properly. • Be sure to shake the toner cartridge gently; otherwise, the toner may spill out.
CAUTION If the sealing tape is pulled out forcefully or stopped at midpoint, toner may spill out. If toner gets into your eyes or mouth, immediately wash it away with water and consult a physician. IMPORTANT • Do not pull the sealing tape diagonally, upwards, or downwards. If the tape is severed, it may become difficult to pull it out completely. • Pull out the sealing tape completely from the toner cartridge.
6 While aligning the projection on each side of the toner cartridge with the toner cartridge guide, push the toner cartridge completely. 7 Routine Maintenance 5 Close the front cover.
IMPORTANT • If you cannot close the front cover, confirm that the toner cartridge is set properly. If you close the front cover forcefully, this may cause damage to the printer. • Do not leave the front cover open for a long time after setting the toner cartridge. Next, perform cleaning. See "Cleaning," on p. 5-12. Cleaning After replacing the toner cartridge, be sure to perform cleaning. 1 5 Routine Maintenance 2 Set blank sheet of paper (A4 or Letter size) in the manual feed slot or cassette.
The message appears on the Printer Status Window. When paper is output and the message disappears, cleaning is completed. IMPORTANT • You cannot perform cleaning during print or print paused. NOTE It takes approximately 3 minutes to perform cleaning. Precautions for Handling the Toner Cartridge The toner cartridge consists of delicate parts. Handling the toner cartridge without caution may lead to damage to the toner cartridge or a deterioration in print quality.
IMPORTANT • Print quality may deteriorate if you touch or damage the drum inside the toner cartridge. Be careful not to touch the drum or open the drum protective shutter. Be careful not to hold or touch the portions that are not described in this procedure. This may result in damage to the printer. Drum protective shutter • Do not expose the toner cartridge to direct sunlight or strong light.
Storing the Toner Cartridge Be careful of the following points for storing a new toner cartridge or handling the toner cartridge that are taken out of the printer for maintenance or transportation. ■ Condensation Even within the storable humidity range, water drops may develop both inside and outside of the toner cartridge due to the difference in temperature. The development of water drops is called condensation. Condensation will adversely affect the quality of the toner cartridge.
Cleaning the Printer While you use the printer for a long period of time, when you find dust or dirt on the outer surfaces, clean the printer. When cleaning the printer, be careful of the following points in order to prevent an electrical shock or printer malfunctions. WARNING • When cleaning the printer, first turn OFF the power switch, disconnect the USB cable, then unplug the power plug. Failure to observe these steps may result in a fire or electrical shock.
2 Firmly wring a soft cloth dampened with water or a mild detergent diluted with water, and wipe off the dirt. If you use a mild detergent for cleaning, be sure to wipe away the detergent with a soft cloth dampened with water. 4 After wiping off dirt, wipe the printer with a dry cloth. 5 When the printer is completely dry, plug the power plug into the AC power outlet, then connect the USB cable.
Moving the Printer When changing the location of the printer or moving the printer for maintenance, be sure to follow the procedure below. WARNING To avoid damage to the power cord and creating a fire hazard, always turn OFF the power switch, and disconnect the USB cable when moving the printer. Otherwise, the power cord or USB cable may be damaged, resulting in a fire or electrical shock. CAUTION • The 220 - 240 V model weighs approximately 6.0kg and the 120 V model weighs approximately 6.
Moving the Printer Follow the procedure below to transport the printer. 1 Press " " of the power switch to turn OFF the printer a, disconnect the USB cable b, then unplug the power plug from the AC power outlet c. b c 5 a OF Routine Maintenance ON F 2 Remove the power cord. 3 Close the face-down delivery tray if it is open.
4 Pull out the cassette. 5 Remove the cassette protective cover at the back of the printer. b Routine Maintenance 5 a 6 7 Hold the printer on both side as shown in the figure when carrying it. Set the printer down carefully at the installation site. CAUTION Set the printer down slowly and carefully. Be careful not to hurt your hands.
8 Install the cassette protective cover to the back of the printer. a b 9 Set the cassette in the printer. Push the cassette into the printer firmly until the front surface of the cassette is flush with that of the printer. Routine Maintenance 5 10 Plug the power cord. 11 Plug the power plug into the AC power outlet. 12 Connect the USB cable.
Handling the Printer This printer consists of various electronic and precise optical parts. Read the following section so that you can handle the printer properly. IMPORTANT The methods for handling the printer are also described in "Important Safety Instructions," on p. xv. Precautions for Handling the Printer Observe the precautions below so that high-quality printing can be maintained constantly.
• If you want to attach a cover to the printer, turn OFF the power switch and allow the printer to cool down sufficiently before attaching a cover. • If you do not plan to use the printer for a long period of time, unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet. • Do not use or store the printer in a room where chemicals are used. • The face-down delivery area and face-up delivery slot become extremely hot while printing or immediately after printing.
Routine Maintenance 5 5-24 Handling the Printer
Troubleshooting 6 CHAPTER This chapter describes the remedies for problems such as a paper jam or deterioration in print quality. When You Have Trouble Printing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Paper Jams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Service Error Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When You Have Trouble Printing If any problem occurs while you operate the printer, follow the flow chart shown below to check the problem. Printing is impossible. Yes The power cord is unplugged. The power switch is turned OFF. (See "Turning the Printer ON/OFF," on P.1-11.) NO An error message appears on the Printer Status Window. Troubleshooting 6 Print quality deteriorates. Follow the messages displayed on the Printer Status Window to remedy an error. (See "Printer Status Window," on P.4-46.
Paper Jams The messages shown below will appear in the Printer Status Window when a paper jam occurs during print. WARNING There are some areas inside the printer which are subject to high-voltages. When removing jammed paper or when inspecting the inside of the printer, do not allow necklaces, bracelets, or other metal objects to touch the inside of the printer, as this may result in burns or electrical shock.
• The fixing unit and its surroundings inside the printer may become hot during use. When removing jammed paper or when inspecting the inside of the printer, do not touch the fixing unit and its surroundings, as doing so may result in burns or electrical shock. IMPORTANT • Do not touch the high-voltage contacts in the front cover, as this may result in damage to the printer.
• Do not touch the transfer roller, as this may result in a deterioration in print quality. Transfer roller • The face-down delivery area and face-up delivery slot become extremely hot while printing or immediately after printing. When removing paper or paper jam, be careful not to touch the face-down delivery area, face-up delivery slot, and their surroundings. 1 Open the front cover.
2 Take the toner cartridge out of the printer. If you find jammed paper in this step, proceed to the next step without removing it. IMPORTANT • Print quality may deteriorate if you touch or damage the drum inside the toner cartridge. Be careful not to touch the drum or open the drum protective shutter. Be careful not to hold or touch the portions that are not described in this procedure. This may result in damage to the printer.
3 Place the toner cartridge into the protective bag. 4 Open the delivery selection cover. 5 Troubleshooting 6 Tilt the two pressure release levers of the fixing unit toward you to release the pressure from the fixing unit. If you find jammed paper in this step, proceed to the next step without removing it.
6 Slowly pull out the paper jammed in the printer in the direction of the arrows. Troubleshooting 6 IMPORTANT If you cannot remove jammed paper easily, proceed to the next step. Do not try to remove it forcefully. 7 6-8 Paper Jams Slowly pull out the paper jammed in the face-up delivery slot in the direction of the arrow.
8 9 Slowly pull out the paper jammed in the face-down delivery area in the direction of the arrow. Close the front cover. Troubleshooting 6 10 Pull out the cassette. When pulling out the cassette, be sure to pull it out slowly and completely.
11 Slowly pull jammed paper in the direction of the arrow. ● When feeding paper from the cassette ❑ While putting your hand on paper as shown in the figure, slowly pull jammed paper in the direction of the arrow. IMPORTANT • When removing jammed paper, be sure to put your hand on paper. If you remove jammed paper without putting your hand on it, paper may be torn. • Do not touch the paper feed roller. If you touch it, this may result in misfeeds.
12 Return the pressure release levers of the fixing unit to the original positions. 13 Close the delivery selection cover. Troubleshooting 6 14 Open the front cover. When opening the front cover, put your hands into the opening on both sides of the printer, then slowly and strongly pull it out.
15 Take the toner cartridge out of the protective bag. 16 While aligning the projection on each side of the toner cartridge with the toner cartridge guide, push the toner cartridge completely.
17 Close the front cover. If paper that you set into the manual feed slot is jammed, set paper into the manual feed slot and perform printing operation again in this step. 18 Set the cassette in the printer. Push the cassette into the printer firmly until the front surface of the cassette is flush with that of the printer. Paper Jams 6-13 6 Troubleshooting IMPORTANT • If you cannot close the front cover, confirm that the toner cartridge is set properly.
Service Error Display If the printer has a problem and does not work properly, the service error messages shown below appear on the Printer Status Window. Service Error Cause Remedy A problem occurs in the fixing unit. Follow the instructions in (see "When a Fixing Unit Error Appears," on p. 6-15) to contact the store where you purchased this printer or your service representative. A problem occurs in the scanner. Follow the instructions in (see "When a Scanner Error or Service Error Appears," on p.
When a Fixing Unit Error Appears If a fixing unit error appears, follow the instructions below to contact the store where you purchased this printer or your service representative. 1 Press " " of the power switch to turn OFF the printer a, disconnect the USB cable b, then unplug the power plug from the AC power outlet c. b c ON OF 6 F IMPORTANT After a fixing unit error appears and you turn OFF the printer, never turn ON the printer again.
When a Scanner Error or Service Error Appears When a scanner error or service error appears, follow the instructions below to turn OFF the printer, then turn it ON again. The message may disappear. 1 Turn OFF the printer, wait for 10 seconds or longer, then turn ON the printer again. ON ON OF F ON OF F OFF 6 Troubleshooting If the error message does not appear, the printer works properly. If the error message still appears, proceed to the next step.
Print Quality Problems When a problem occurs while using this printer, take the following measures depending on the symptoms. IMPORTANT • If a message appears in the Printer Status Window, take remedies according to the message. • For details on paper jams, see "Paper Jams," on p. 6-3. • If a symptom that is not indicated in this section occurs, if the indicated remedy does not solve the problem, or if you cannot determine the problem, consult the store where you purchased this printer.
Cause 2 The printer is exposed to direct sunlight or strong light. Remedy Perform the same remedy as for Cause 1. If this does not solve the problem, move the printer to a place where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight or strong light. Alternatively, move the strong light source away from the printer. A portion of a page is not printed. Cause 1 The scale factor is not proper. Remedy 1 Remove a checkmark from [Manual Scaling] in the printer driver.
The next page is printed from half way through the previous page. Cause [Line Spacing] or [Lines/Page] in the application is not specified properly. Remedy Specify [Line Spacing] and [Lines/Page] in the application so that data fits in one page, and print again. (See Instruction manual supplied with your application.) Paper comes out wrinkled. Cause 1 Paper is not loaded in the cassette properly. Remedy Load paper in the cassette properly.
White dust is attached to the printed transparencies. Cause The transparencies were printed just after other type of paper was printed continuously. Remedy If you make continuous print on other type of paper before printing on transparencies, the transparencies may come out with chipped paper attached. In this case, wipe and remove the chipped paper with a soft cloth. Print is partially hollowed out. Troubleshooting 6 Cause 1 Proper paper is not being used.
When Nothing is Printed Check the following items if nothing is printed when performing a print job from the application. 1 2 Check if an error message is displayed in the Printer Status Window. Print a test page. ● For Windows 98/Me ❑ Click the [Printer Properties] dialog box ➞ [General] ➞ [Print Test Page]. ❑ Click the [Printer Properties] dialog box ➞ [General] ➞ [Print Test Page]. ■ When the test page is printed appropriately Printing can be performed from the CAPT software.
Installation Problems If "USB Class Driver" and "LBP3200 Printer Driver" cannot be installed properly, follow the procedure below to check problems. The [Canon LBP3200] folder is displayed on the desktop. No No (For Windows 98/Me) [Canon LBP3200] is displayed in [Add/Remove Programs] ([Add or Remove Programs] for Windows XP). See "Installing by Selecting the USB Port (Windows 98/Me Only)," on p.6-27. No (For Windows 2000/XP) Cannot uninstall. Yes Uninstall the CAPT software with Uninstaller.
When Uninstallation Fails If you cannot uninstall the CAPT software with Uninstaller that has been created at the installation, or if the [Canon LBP3200] folder is not displayed on the desktop, follow the procedure below to uninstall the CAPT software from [Add/Remove Programs] ([Add or Remove Programs] for Windows XP). 1 Click the [Start] menu ➞ [Settings] ➞ [Control Panel] ➞ [Add/ Remove Programs]. For Windows XP: Click the [Start] menu ➞ [Control Panel] ➞ [Add or Remove Programs].
3 Click [OK]. The uninstallation starts, and the dialog box for asking you for the restart of the computer appears. 4 Click [OK]. Troubleshooting 6 Windows will restart. Uninstalling the USB Class Driver Uninstalling the USB class driver is required when you cannot install the CAPT software properly after uninstalling it once or you cannot uninstall the CAPT software. 1 2 Make sure that the computer is connected to the printer with the USB cable and that the printer is turned ON.
Make sure that [Canon LBP3200] is not displayed in the [Add/ Remove Programs] dialog box (the [Add or Remove Programs] dialog box for Windows XP), then click [ ]. NOTE If [Canon LBP3200] is displayed in the [Add/Remove Programs] dialog box (the [Add or Remove Programs] dialog box for Windows XP), delete [Canon LBP3200] in the [Add/Remove Programs] dialog box (the [Add or Remove Programs] dialog box for Windows XP). (See "When Uninstallation Fails," on p. 6-23.
5 Click [Hardware] ➞ [Device Manager], then double-click [Universal Serial Bus controllers]. For Windows 98/Me, display the [System Properties] dialog box, click the [Device Manager] tab, and then double-click [Universal Serial Bus controllers]. 6 6 Delete only the following USB class driver under [Universal Serial Bus controllers]. Troubleshooting For Windows 2000/XP, display [USB Printing Support], then select [Uninstall] from the [Action] menu.
• If the USB class driver is not installed properly, [USB Printing Support] (for Windows 2000/XP), [Canon CAPT USB Printer] (for Windows Me), and [Canon LBP3200] (for Windows 98) are not displayed. 7 8 When the [Confirm Device Removal] dialog box appears, click [OK]. Click [Close]. [System Properties] will close. Disconnect the USB cable from the computer, then restart Windows. 6 After Windows starts up again, reinstall the CAPT software. (See "Installing the CAPT Software," on p. 3-4.
2 Click [Install a Printer Driver]. The dialog box for confirming the language will appear. 3 Confirm the language and click [OK]. 6 Troubleshooting After the preparation for installation is completed, the CAPT (Canon Advanced Printing Technology) software installer will start up. The [Welcome] dialog box will appear. 4 Click [Next]. The [Software License Agreement] dialog box will appear.
6 Confirm the contents of the software license agreement, then click [Yes]. Select [Select from List], then click [Next]. 6 Troubleshooting 5 NOTE If the USB class driver is not installed properly, [Select from List] is greyed out, disabling you to select it.
7 From [Port List], select a USB port that can be used with this printer, then click [Next]. For Windows 98, select "USBPRNXX" (XX: numbers). For Windows Me, select "USBXXX" (XXX: numbers). 8 Click [OK]. 9 After installation is completed, click [Finish].
Problems During Network Installation The name of the print server or shared printer is not listed in the [Shared printers] list box. Cause 1 The print server has not been started. Remedy Start up the print server. Cause 2 The printer is not specified as a shared printer. Remedy Specify the printer as a shared printer in the [Printer Properties] dialog box. Cause 3 The user does not have permission to access the print server or printer.
Miscellaneous Problems LBP3200 does not function properly. Cause 1 LBP3200 is not specified as the default printer. Remedy Specify it as the default printer. Cause 2 The CAPT software may not be installed properly. Remedy In order to check if the CAPT software is installed properly, print from the application. If the print cannot be made properly, uninstall the CAPT software and install it again. (See "Uninstalling the CAPT Software," on p. 3-48, "Installing the CAPT Software," on p. 3-4.
appears on the Printer Status Window. Cause The setting in [Output Size] for a print job to be performed differs from the setting in [Output Size] for a print job that has been performed most recently. Remedy Check if the size of paper that is loaded in the cassette is correct, then set the cassette into the printer again. (Printing will start automatically.
Troubleshooting 6 6-34 Miscellaneous Problems
Appendix 7 CHAPTER This chapter describes the printer specifications and index. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Hardware Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2 Software Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications Hardware Specifications Type Desk-top Page Printer Printing method Electrophoto Method (On-demand fixing) Print speed Plain paper (64 to 90 g/m2) When printing A4 continuously: 18 pages/min. * Print speed may drop in stages depending on the paper size, paper type, print copies, and the settings of the fixing mode. (This is because the safety function that prevents damage caused by heat becomes active.
Operating environment (Printer unit only) Operating environment temperature: 7.5 to 32.5 °C (45.5 to 90.5 °F) Humidity: 5 to 90 % RH (no condensation) Storage environment (Printer unit only) Storage environment temperature: 0 to 35 °C (32 to 95 °F) Humidity: 35 to 85 % RH (no condensation) Host interface USB interface * USB Full-Speed (USB1.
Dimensions of Each Part ■ Printer Cassette protective cover 251 125.3*2 (mm) *1 If "LGL" is indicated in the cassette, this length is 436mm. *2 If "LGL" is indicated in the cassette, this length is 185 mm. Appendix 7 7-4 Dimensions of Each Part 245 376.3*1 Face-down delivery tray 344.
Index A E Add Printer Wizard, 3-43 [Advanced] Sheet, 4-31 Envelope, 2-5, 2-6, 2-27 Brightness, 4-21, 4-28 C Canceling a Print Job, 4-6 Canon LBP3200 Group, 3-27 CAPT (Canon Advanced Printing Technology), 3-4 Cassette, 1-5, 2-15, 2-28 Cassette Protective Cover, 1-6 Cleaning Fixing Unit, 5-12 Printer, 5-16 Client, 3-34, 3-43 Collate, 4-20, 4-27 Contrast, 4-21, 4-28 Copies, 4-18, 4-25 Custom Paper, 2-40, 4-36 Custom Paper Size, 4-19 D Default Settings, 4-44 Delivery Selection Cover, 1-5 Details, 4-21, 4-
L Label, 2-4, 2-6, 2-14 Laser Beam, xviii Loading Paper Loading Custom Paper, 2-40 Loading Envelope, 2-27 Loading Plain Paper / Heavy Paper / Label / Transparency, 2-14 Local Install, 3-35 M Manual Feed Slot, 1-5, 2-9, 2-21, 2-35, 2-40 Manual Scaling, 4-19, 4-26 Miscellaneous Problems, 6-32 N Appendix 7 Network, 3-34 Network Printer, 3-44, 4-50 O Online Help, 4-16, 4-24 Orientation, 4-18, 4-25 Output Size, 4-18, 4-25 P Page Layout, 4-18, 4-26 Page Order, 4-19, 4-26 [Page Setup] Sheet, 4-17, 4-24 Page
[Quality] Sheet, 4-21, 4-28, 4-41 USB USB Cable, 1-14 USB Class Driver, 3-11, 3-17, 3-23, 6-22, 6-26 USB Connection, 1-13 USB Connector, 1-6, 1-14 USB Port, 1-13 USB Printing Support, 6-26 R V Rating Label, 1-6 Resolution, 4-21, 4-28 Ventilation Slot, 1-6 Printing Preferences, 4-7 Printing Test Page, 3-31 Q S W When Nothing is Printed, 6-21 Scaling, 4-19, 4-26, 4-33 [Security] Sheet, 4-31 Selecting the Paper Delivery Area, 2-13 Serial Number, 7-8 Service Error, 6-14 Sharing Settings, 3-38, 3-40 [S
Location of the Serial Number A serial number consists of four-alphabetic characters and a six-digit number. IMPORTANT The label is required for a service engineer to check the serial number for service or maintenance. Be sure not to peel it off. ■ Back of the printer F187900 XXXV 50/60Hz X.XA No.
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