Canon has conducted extensive testing of many media. Since your printer is capable of imaging on a wide range of material, we encourage you to explore various media so that you can establish your own criteria for achieving high quality images in your work environment.
Use ICC profiles to control ink density and to help achieve consistent color. If an ICC profile is not available for a particular media and it is not possible or convenient to create one specifically for that media, select an ICC profile for another media that is similar in composition and color. For access to ONYX profiles (media models), please consult our web site at: https://dgs.cpp.canon
IMPORTANT
When printing on reflective media perform additional printhead maintenance to prevent ink from partially curing on the printhead nozzle plates.
Storing Media
Store media in a dry environment avoiding high temperature, high humidity, or direct sunlight. The size of the media can change according to the temperature and/or humidity changes of the working environment. Ideally, store media in the same environmental conditions as it will be used.
Store media flat to reduce tendency to warp. Do not use creased, damaged or warped material.
See material-specific documentation for recommended handling and storage requirements.
Handling Media
Handle media with lint-free gloves. Oil deposits from fingers will degrade print quality.
CAUTION
Lifting media (e.g. rigids) has to be done with the help of an external lifting tool.
Cleaning Media
Media must be free of lint, dust, oil or other debris. Use techniques and solutions that are appropriate to the manufacturer's recommendations.
Use a tack cloth to clean media as it will reduce static build-up.
NOTE
Dirty media can affect image quality and reliability of printer output. If you wipe the media with a tack cloth before printing, it will reduce ink buildup on the carriage underside. The tack cloth removes static and also removes particles that tend to attract stray ink drops that result in ink buildup. Tack cloths are used by auto-body shops to clean cars before painting. Canon does not provide additional tack cloths beyond what is in the Accessory kit.
For additional information on various aspects of handling and managing media refer to the Customer Support web site. See Appendix A of this document for a list of available bulletins or visit the web site to download bulletins.