Canon imagePROGRAF Wide-Format Printer
One machine. Ink and paper are expensive.
| Type | 44-inch pigment-ink photo printer |
|---|---|
| Media | Roll and sheet |
Before you start
- Check media and ink cost with the lab manager before large prints.
Workflow
- Prepare the file: correct dimensions, 300 dpi at print size, embedded color profile.
- Soft-proof with the paper's ICC profile.
- Load media (ask for help with roll changes the first time).
- Print a small test strip before a full-size print.
Troubleshooting
| Symptom | First things to try |
|---|---|
| Banding | Nozzle check, then head cleaning from the panel |
| Colors wrong | Confirm ICC profile matches the loaded paper |
| Media jam or skew | Stop; ask for help; do not pull |
Manuals
- Canon imagePROGRAF support — official manual for the model.
Videos
- YouTube — Roll loading