Page 3: Manuals for the Machine Manuals for the Machine
The manuals for this machine are divided as follows. Please refer to them for detailed...
Page 4: How This Manual Is Organized How This Manual Is Organized
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Documents
Chapter 3 Print Media
Chapter 4 Copying -...
Page 9: How to Use This Manual Preface
Thank you for purchasing the Canon imageCLASS 2300. Please read this manual to
familiarize yourself with the basic...
Page 10Operations and Terms Used in This Manual
This machine makes effective use of memory in order to perform print operations...
Page 11 Copying
Scanning of an original,
printing through finishing.
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Page 12: Legal NoticesLegal Notices
Laser Safety
This product complies with 21 CFR Chapter 1 Subchapter J as a Class 1 laser
product...
Page 13 CDRH Regulations
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration implemented regulations...
Page 14International Energy Star Program
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Canon USA, Inc. has determined that
this copier model meets the...
Page 15 Disclaimers
The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
CANON INC. MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY...
Page 16: Important Safety InstructionsImportant Safety Instructions
Please read these "Important Safety Instructions" thoroughly before operating the
machine. As these instructions are intended to...
Page 17 Do not install the machine in the following locations:
- A damp or dusty location
- A location near...
Page 18Handling
WARNING
Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the machine. There are high-temperature
and high-voltage components inside the machine...
Page 19 Turn OFF the main power switch for safety when the machine will not be used for a
long period...
Page 20 CAUTION
The fixing unit and its surroundings inside the machine may become hot during use.
When removing jammed paper...
Page 21 Other Warnings
WARNING
For cardiac pacemaker users:
This product generates a low level magnetic field. If you use a...
Page 22Transparencies
Canon Type E
Power Cord
NOTE
All items are subject to availability. Accessories are also available for other Canon...
Page 24: IntroductionIntroduction 1
CHAPTER
This chapter describes the features of the machine, and the parts and their functions.
Where to Find...
Page 25 Where to Find Help
1 The documentations for the imageCLASS 2300 are provided in the following forms:
Set-Up Sheets...
Page 26Book Manuals
The following book manuals are provided with the machine:
■ Basic Guide (This Document)
Explains the basic operations...
Page 27 PDF Manuals and Software (CD-ROMs)
The imageCLASS 2300 Network Model comes with two CD-ROMs: Driver Software
CD-ROM and Network...
Page 28Features of the imageCLASS 2300
1
Model Configurations
Introduction
The imageCLASS 2300 comes in two configurations: the standard imageCLASS
2300...
Page 29 Setting Up Machine Functions
1 It is necessary to set up certain functions before using it on a network,...
Page 30Parts and Their Functions
This section provides you with the names and functions of all the parts on the 1...
Page 31 i Printer Ports j Main Power Switch
Connect the printer cable (USB or parallel) to the
matching port. Available...
Page 32Control Panel Parts and Functions
One-Touch Speed Dialing Panels Closed
1
Introduction
Display Contrast Energy Saver Coded Pause/
Monitor Directory...
Page 33 p Direct TX key x In Use Memory lamp
Press to use the Direct Sending method, which A light...
Page 34 One-Touch Speed Dialing Panels Opened
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Delayed Advanced Memory
Transmission Communication Transfer Reception...
Page 351
Introduction
1-12 Parts and Their Functions
Page 36: DocumentsDocuments 2
CHAPTER
This chapter describes how to place original documents, and the types of documents you can
load on...
Page 37 Placing Originals (For Copying, Faxing, Scanning)
You can place originals on the platen glass or in the feeder, depending...
Page 38Orientation
You can place an original either vertically or horizontally. Always align the top edge
of your original with the...
Page 39 Platen Glass
You should use the platen glass when scanning bound originals (such as books
and magazines), originals on...
Page 40 If you are enlarging an STMT or LTR original to 11" x 17" or LGL paper, place the
original...
Page 41 Feeder
Place a stack of originals in the feeder, and press [Start]. The machine
automatically scans them.
You can...
Page 42 Place your originals as far into the feeder as they will go.
Display
Contras
2
t
Collate
Special
Documents...
Page 43 NOTE
The scanned originals are output face down to the original output tray.
You can place different size originals...
Page 44: Print MediaPrint Media 3
CHAPTER
This chapter describes the types of paper you can use with the machine and how to...
Page 45 Paper Type
Paper types which can be used with this machine are shown in the following table.
Location
Paper...
Page 46 Location
Paper Drawer Stack
Paper Size Length x Width
1 and 2 Bypass
11" x 17" 11" x 17"...
Page 47 Loading Paper
This section describes how to load paper into the paper drawers.
CAUTION
When loading paper, take care...
Page 482 Open a paper package, and remove the paper stack.
3
Print Media
IMPORTANT
Rewrap any remaining paper in its...
Page 49 4 Load the paper into the paper drawer.
Even out the edges of the paper stack. Load the paper...
Page 505 Gently push the paper drawer back into the machine until it
clicks into place in the closed position.
3...
Page 51 Adjusting the Paper Drawer Guides
If you want to load a new paper size in a paper drawer, follow...
Page 523 Detach the paper end guide by pushing it to the left and pulling
up, and attach it again aligning...
Page 53 5 Lower the lock lever to the left to lock the side guide.
3
Print Media
IMPORTANT
Be sure...
Page 547 Attach the appropriate paper size label onto the paper size plate.
Remove the protecting plastic sheet and attach the...
Page 55 CAUTION
When returning the paper drawer to its closed position, be careful not to get
your fingers caught, as...
Page 56: Copying - Basic OperationsCopying - Basic Operations 4
CHAPTER
This chapter describes the overview and flow of copying operations.
Overview of Copying Operations...
Page 57 Overview of Copying Operations
Copying operations of this machine are done from the control panel with the Copy
Basic...
Page 58 [Two-Page Separation]: This mode enables you to copy facing pages of an opened book
onto separate copy sheets. (See...
Page 59 Copy Operations
This section describes the flow of basic copy operations. Understanding the flow of
copy operations is useful...
Page 60 NOTE
For instructions on using Department ID Management, see Chapter 5, "System
Manager Settings," in the Reference Guide.
2...
Page 61 3 Set the desired copy mode on the Copy Basic Features
screen.
NOTE
On the Copy Basic Features screen,...
Page 62Start
6 Press [Start].
If the following screen is displayed, follow the instructions that appear on the
LCD display ➞...
Page 63 ● If you want to cancel a copy job in the standby mode:
Stop
❑ Press [Stop].
The display...
Page 64More Information
For detailed information on all copying functions, see the Copying Guide.
4
Copying - Basic Operations
Copy Operations...
Page 66: Faxing - Basic OperationsFaxing - Basic Operations 5
CHAPTER
This chapter describes the overview of the fax functions, how to set up the...
Page 67 Overview of Fax Operations
This section provides an overview of the fax functions of this machine.
■ Various Fax...
Page 68■ Monitoring Transactions and Checking Settings
You can check a list of documents being sent or waiting to be sent...
Page 69 Setting Up the Machine for Fax Operations
After installation, you need to set up the machine to use the...
Page 70 Setting the Current Date and Time
You must set the current date and time. The date and time is...
Page 71 F2
4 Press [F2] ( ) or [F3] ( ) to select the month, day, year, and
F3 time...
Page 72Registering the Required Sender Information
According to recent amendments to the FCC (Federal Communications
Commission) rules governing the use of...
Page 73 ■ Date and Time
Date and time of the transmission.
■ Fax Number
Your fax number.
■ Unit's Name...
Page 74 F3
3 Press [F3] (▼) or [F4] (▲) to highlight <01 USER SETTINGS>
F4 ➞ press [OK].
OK
The...
Page 75 To delete the entire entry, press [Clear].
Reset
7 Press [Reset] to return to the Basic Features screen.
Registering...
Page 76 F3
3 Press [F3] (▼) or [F4] (▲) to highlight <02 UNIT NAME> ➞
F4 press [OK].
OK
The...
Page 77 Registering the Sender Information (TX Terminal ID)
The TX Terminal ID tells the recipient the sender's name and fax...
Page 78F3
3 Press [F3] (▼) or [F4] (▲) to highlight <04 TX TERMINAL ID> ➞
F4 press [OK].
OK
The...
Page 79 ● If you selected <01 TTI POSITION>:
OK ❑ Press [OK] ➞ press [F3] (▼) or [F4] (▲) to...
Page 80Fax Sending Operations
This section describes the flow of basic fax sending operations.
NOTE
For the following items:
- Main...
Page 81 2 Place your documents on the machine.
You can place your original either vertically or horizontally in the feeder...
Page 82 5 Specify the destination.
For instructions on how to specify a destination, see Chapter 2, "Speed Dialing,"
and Chapter...
Page 83 8 When scanning is complete, remove your document.
ID
9 If you have set Department ID Management, press [ID]....
Page 84: Printer/Fax Driver SoftwarePrinter/Fax Driver Software 6
CHAPTER
This chapter briefly describes the PCL printer driver and fax driver software.
Introduction . ....
Page 85 Introduction
The Canon PCL5e and PCL6 printer drivers and fax driver give users of Microsoft
Windows 95, Windows 98,...
Page 86System Requirements
The printer and fax drivers for Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP can be used in
the following system environments.
■...
Page 87 Installing the Software
The Set-Up Sheet for Networking and Printing explains the standard installation procedures
for the printer and...
Page 88: I-Fax - Basic OperationsI-Fax - Basic Operations 7
CHAPTER
This chapter describes the overview of the I-Fax functions, setting up the machine, and...
Page 89 Overview of the I-Fax Functions
I-Fax (Internet Facsimile) enables you to transmit and receive a scanned original
document converted...
Page 90Setting Up the Machine for Using I-Fax
Before using I-Fax, it is necessary to specify the following settings from the...
Page 91 Sendig and Receiving I-Fax
This section describes how to transmit and receive mail with the I-Fax functions of
the...
Page 92Line/Mail
2 Press [Line/Mail] to display <I-FAX>.
The machine is ready to transmit.
3 Place a document.
NOTE
For details...
Page 93 Start
6 Press [Start].
The machine scans the document.
NOTE
To cancel transmitting, press (Stop) while scanning the document...
Page 94 3 Place a document.
NOTE
For details on how to place a document, see Chapter 3, "Basic Sending," in...
Page 95 Receiving I-Fax
If you set EMAIL RX PROTOCOL to SMTP on the MAIL USER SETTING menu, or
set EMAIL...
Page 96 NOTE
If you do not specify a sender name, the machine will receive mail transmitted to
the mail address...
Page 98: Printing - Basic OperationsPrinting - Basic Operations 8
CHAPTER
This chapter describes the features and basic operations of the printer.
Features of the...
Page 99 Features of the Printer
Your printer offers fast printing speed, superior print quality, sophisticated paper
handling, and ecology and...
Page 100■ Typefaces
The printer comes with 45 scalable typefaces in 14 typeface families (Agfa 45 MicroType
fonts) and 32 additional...
Page 101 Connecting to a Computer
Connect the machine to a computer or network using an interface cable supporting
bidirectional communication...
Page 102 Connecting through a Parallel Interface
This machine can connect to a computer through a parallel interface. After
connection, install...
Page 103 Printing a Document
To print a document, follow the procedure below.
1 In the application, with the document open,...
Page 104Canceling a Print Job
After you cancel a print job from your software application, the printer may still have
data...
Page 105Printing-Basic Operations
8
8-8 Canceling a Print Job
Page 106: MaintenanceMaintenance 9
CHAPTER
This chapter describes how to replace the toner cartridge and perform routine cleaning.
Replacing the Toner Cartridge...
Page 107 Replacing the Toner Cartridge
When the machine runs out of toner, the alarm lamp blinks and the message
<REPLACE...
Page 1081 Open the stack bypass.
2 Pull out the left cover of the stack bypass.
Maintenance
9
CAUTION
Grasp the...
Page 109 3 While gripping the handles (marked with blue) of the toner
cartridge, pull it out horizontally.
4 Cut the...
Page 110 When handling the toner cartridge, hold it by the handles with the triangle facing up
as shown in the...
Page 111 6 Place the toner cartridge on a flat stable surface, and hold the
cartridge with one hand while removing...
Page 112CAUTION
When removing the protective cover, be careful not to touch the toothed
wheels on the covered side of the...
Page 113 8 While holding the toner cartridge with both hands, align both
sides of the cartridge with the guiding grooves...
Page 11410 Close the stack bypass.
CAUTION
When closing the stack bypass, be careful not to get your fingers caught,
as...
Page 115 Routine Cleaning
If the original is not copied clearly, clean the following parts of the machine. For high
quality...
Page 116 1 Clean the platen glass and the platen glass cover with a cloth
dampened with water, and wipe them...
Page 117 1 Open the feeder cover.
2 Clean the rollers (total of two places), separator, and
transparent plastic plate inside...
Page 1183 Close the feeder cover.
CAUTION
When closing the feeder cover, be careful not to get your fingers caught,
as...
Page 119 5 Clean the feeder scanning area (platen glass) and the
document feeding roller, with a cloth dampened with water....
Page 120 Roller Cleaning
If a black streak appears on the output, the fixing roller in the main unit may be...
Page 124: TroubleshootingTroubleshooting 10CHAPTER
This chapter highlights any problems that may occur during the operation of the machine, and
solutions that may...
Page 125 List of Error Messages
Self-Diagnostic Display
The machine is equipped with the self-diagnostic function.
Self-diagnostic (error) messages appear on...
Page 126CHECK PRINTER
Cause The machine is detecting an error in the printer area.
Remedy Please contact your service representative.
CHECK...
Page 127 LOAD THE APPROPRIATE SIZE PAPER
Cause Although <AUTO PAPER> is selected when copying, appropriate size paper is
not set...
Page 128OPEN THE FRONT COVER
Cause A paper jam has occurred.
Remedy Open the front cover, and follow the procedure described...
Page 129 RECEIVED IN MEMORY
Cause A document was received in memory because the toner or paper has run out.
Remedy...
Page 130TRANSMITTING...
Cause 1 During the current transmission, your machine may have tried to send a
document identified from the list...
Page 131 When Problems Occur during Fax Operations
If an error occurs during fax operations, check the following points.
Sending Documents...
Page 132Cause 2 Is a document occupying your memory space?
Remedy Either print out any documents received in memory or wait...
Page 133 You cannot perform polling.
Cause Is the polling box set?
Remedy For polling to send, the polling box must...
Page 134 Cause 4 Did you make a mistake in the subaddress or password registered for one-touch
or coded speed dialing?...
Page 135 The documents you received are of poor quality.
Cause 1 Is your toner cartridge running low on toner?
Remedy...
Page 136Other Problems
Sending and receiving of documents is too slow.
Cause 1 Is the resolution set to 'FINE', 'SUPER FINE',...
Page 137 When You Have Trouble Printing
If your printer is unable to print or you have problems with the printer...
Page 138From the left Yes The printer is not online.
(See Chapter 2, "Using the Printer," in the PCL Printer Guide.)...
Page 139 Service Call Message
If a malfunction occurs to the machine, service call messages appear on the
display.
WARNING
Do...
Page 140If You Cannot Solve the Problem
If you have a problem with your machine that you cannot solve with the...
Page 141Troubleshooting
10
10-18 If You Cannot Solve the Problem
Page 143 Machine Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice for product improvement or
future release.
Main Unit
Item Specifications...
Page 144 Item Specifications
Warm-Up Time When main power is turned ON: approx. 30 seconds
Activation time from Energy Saver mode:...
Page 145 Item Specifications
Exposure Control Automatic or manual exposure control
Multiple Copies 99 sheets maximum
Power Source 120 V AC...
Page 146Fax Specifications
The following are the principal specifications of the fax functions of this machine.
Specifications are subject to change...
Page 147 Printer Specifications
This section lists the specifications for the printer.
Controller Specifications
CPU Power PC405 (200 MHz)
Memory (RAM)...
Page 148Interface Specifications
This section lists the specifications for the parallel interface and printer cable that
should be used with the...