The Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8100 44" printer takes the next step in
redefining large format printing. The new iPF8100 is the ideal solution for any
color professional looking for impressive, full-bleed color output, strength in
paper handling and exceptional speed in output. Advanced professional features
such as automatic clogged nozzle detection and compensation for reliability, an
80GB hard drive, 330ml or 700ml ink tank for versatility, a large backlit LCD
panel for ease of use, and ink usage tracking for accountability are all part of
the new iPF8100 to satisfy every color professional's large format printing
needs. The 12-color pigment ink system with LUCIA inks offers excellent color
fastness and stability with a remarkably wide color gamut. The new ink
formulation for Black, Matte Black, Gray and Photo Gray reduces bronzing while
providing stronger ink adhesion to the print media, resulting in better scratch
resistance without any additional protection. The Canon L-COA processor, which
is dedicated to the imagePROGRAF, is designed to optimize the best quality
output at the highest possible speeds. Vivid, breathtaking, long-lasting prints
are achieved by combining these advanced technological Canon achievements.
The many built-in features that make this printer easy to use and maintain
are the driving force behind this powerful printer. With the printer's unique
ability to print in unprecedented quality and speed along with the multiple
media handling options and software suite, the iPF8100 is the ideal solution for
all types of professionals. The iPF8100 is designed for reliability, simplicity,
productivity and above all…quality.
Features:
12-Color Pigment Ink System - Canon's LUCIA pigment ink offers
excellent color fastness and stability with a remarkably wide color gamut.
LUCIA ink minimizes bronzing and graininess
Built-in Calibration - Equipped with a built-in calibration feature
to help you consistently achieve superior results
Automatic Switching Between Black Inks - Utilizes automatic
switching between Regular Black and Matte Black Ink, helping to eliminate
wasted ink and time of swapping out ink tanks
Print Head System - Dual print head system with a total of 30,720
nozzles
Borderless Printing - 4-sided edge-to-edge printing, only with roll
media
Efficiency & Speed - The iPF8100's built-in 80GB HDD processes
jobs fast, maintains productivity and enables easy, unmanned printing
Non-firing Detection and Compensation Function - when clogged or
non-firing nozzles are detected, print head cleaning cycle is automatically
executed. If the nozzle remains obstructed, the iPF8100 will automatically
compensate by re-routing the ink to functioning nozzles
The iPF8100 printer's ink set is comprised of 12
colors: four standard process colors with Photo Cyan and Photo Magenta;
plus Red, Green, and Blue; Matte Black, Gray, and Photo Gray. This unique
combination creates a broad color pallet and delivers exceptional print
results. The iPF8100 printer's LUCIA ink is specially formulated to reduce
graininess and bronzing and resist scratching and fading. Black, Matte
Black, Gray and Photo Gray optimize black ink density for exceptional
monochrome photo-quality output. Based on the type of media being used,
the iPF8100 printer automatically chooses the correct black ink to achieve
the best print results.
The iPF8100 printer is equipped with the ability to
recalibrate itself to the original optimal factory settings and apply any
necessary adjustments across all the printer's media types. This creates a
stable, predictable printing platform on which superior results can be
consistently achieved. The system has built-in calibration sensors that
accurately detect variation in print heads and measures the density levels
of the inks and makes necessary adjustments to return calibration to the
original factory settings.
Engineered for speed and advanced image production,
the iPF8100 boasts Canon's dual print head system to lay down ink with
unprecedented speed and accuracy. Unlike conventional printers with a
single print head, the iPF8100 uses two high-precision, high-density print
heads with a total of 30,720 nozzles. It lays down precise 4 picoliter-size
ink droplets to produce sharp detail and excellent image quality. The
superfine 4 picoliter-size droplets produce delicate color gradations and
high-definition. The twin lines of nozzles for each color on the new print
heads enable the iPF8100 to minimize the number of printing passes and
still maintain print quality. The two 1-inch iPF series print heads each
boast 6 colors with 2,560 nozzles per color. That's a total of 30,720
nozzles. More nozzles mean more ink is ejected with every pass of the
print head, no matter what print mode or media. It gives new meaning to
"high-speed output."
Like other powerful Canon systems, the iIPF8100 is
built around the innovative L-COA (Large Format Pprinter Common
Architecture) processor. When it comes to speed and accuracy, the L-COA
processor is in a league of its own. By intelligently processing print
data and directing the high- precision, high-density print heads to
deposit ink, the system ensures image clarity and color accuracy, even for
complex graphics and color-rich photographic images. Combined with Canon's
dual print head design and the most ink nozzles per color in the industry,
the L-COA controller helps achieve phenomenal print speeds.
These export modules allow users to directly
process and print RAW image files from DPP or Adobe Photoshop. These
plug-ins are export modules that bypass the operating system's dependent
print driver, allowing processing of 16-bit RGB images directly, which
dramatically increases gradations and as a result, overall image quality.
The imagePROGRAF printer driver works with both
Windows® and Macintosh® operating systems offering exceptional,
high-quality prints through easy usability and accurate color. The printer
driver incorporates existing imagePROGRAF features along with new, easy-
to- use functions. The monochrome photo mode produces neutral, high-
quality monochrome images with the primary use of the Black, Gray and
Photo Gray inks. This mode helps to ensure minimal shifts in color that
are commonly caused by the use of color inks in black and white prints,
thus outputting neutral tones with smooth gradation. Another easy- to- use
feature is the free layout feature2, which allows for custom
nesting of separate images and documents.
Features:
Web links (Support tab) - An html-based utility that provides access
to websites through the printer driver
Categorized media list - media names are organized in a hierarchical
tree structure
More detailed page preview - provides a more clearer and more
intuitive preview
Scan to Copy - imageRUNNER enlargement copy
14 preset document profiles (examples are Poster, CAD, Photo)
Automatic print quality options dependent on print application and
media
Digital Photo Front-Access has been developed by
Canon as a utility to import images from a camera, memory card, USB, etc.
and incorporate them into software applications such as PosterArtist and
Photoshop.
Auto image retouching
Ability to open in PosterArtist and Photoshop
Support for JPEG and RAW images
Simple configuration of print settings by means of the printer
driver
This template- driven software was developed by
Canon specifically to create large-format posters with complete ease.
PosterArtist helps users of all levels to create professional- looking
posters, banners and signage in four easy steps. This application offers a
variety of templates, hi-res royalty-free images and clipart designed to
target a wide array of markets such as food service, education, offices,
retail and much more.
PosterArtist 2007 allows users to use Kyuanos advanced color management
system, providing a smart and simple way of managing colors under any
viewing conditions. Also included in PosterArtist 2007 is the Auto Design
feature in which the users can simply designate a few images to be in
incorporated in a poster, and PosterArtist will automatically create
professional - looking posters for immediate use. Also, the template
filtering feature allows users to find and apply a template quickly and
easily from hundreds of templates in the library.
Features:
Provides professionally- designed templates to simplify poster
creation
Over 1GB of preloaded files in a wide variety of poster designs and
artwork
Variable Data Printing
Page Capture feature allows users to load desired data from other
applications into a PosterArtist poster, such as Microsoft® Word®,
Excel®, and Adobe® Acrobat®
Import images directly from most digital cameras
ENERGY STAR
To help you save energy and money, while making a difference for the
environment, Canon has partnered voluntarily with the EPA for over ten
years to design products that meet the high standards of its ENERGY
STAR® Program. This program promotes the development and
introduction of energy-efficient products to combat global warming and
other environmental issues.
As an ENERGY STAR partner, and one of the leading producers of
energy-efficient equipment, Canon has qualified more than 400 of its
products since the program began and is proud to offer you copiers,
printers, scanners, and multifunction devices that help protect the
environment, without compromising features or performance.
Why buy ENERGY STAR?
ENERGY STAR equals saving money.
The typical home office with an ENERGY STAR qualifed fax, printer, copier
and scanner is projected to save more than $230 over the life of the
product. So start saving now by choosing Canon ENERGY STAR-qualified
Products.
Save Without Sacrifice
Canon ENERGY STAR qualified home and office equipment:
Use half as much electricity than standard equipment
Cost the same as less energy-efficient models
As higher energy cost and global warming become more of a concern for
consumers, we are committed to offering solutions that help our
customers save money, conserve energy and improve the quality of our
environment.
Specifications
Printer Type
Print Head: PF-03
Technology: FINE (Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering)
Replacement: End user replaceable
Number of Nozzles
Nozzles: 30,720
2,560 Nozzles per Color
12 colors total
Nozzle Pitch
1,200 dpi
Non-firing nozzle detection and
compensation
Print Resolution (Up
to)
Color: 2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)
OS Compatibility
Windows®(2000/XP/Vista 32/64bit)
MAC(OS9,OSX)1
Standard Interface
USB 2.0 High-Speed
10/100 Base-T/TX
Optional: IEEE 1394 (Firewire®)
