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Printing on DVD/CDs

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The CD-R Tray (supplied) allows the printing of images on DVD/CDs (printable discs).

Items to Prepare

The following items are needed to print on DVD/CDs:

(A) CD-R Tray

"F" is on the upper side.

(B) 8 cm CD-R Adapter

Needed only when printing on 8 cm DVD/CDs.
Attached to the CD-R Tray when shipped.

Caution

You cannot print on 8 cm DVD/CDs in the copy mode, in the memory card mode, and from a PictBridge compliant device.

You need to print from the computer to print on 8 cm DVD/CDs.

Printable DVD/CDs

Obtain a 12 cm or 8 cm DVD/CD with a label surface compatible with inkjet printing.

A "printable disc" differs from regular DVD/CDs in that its label surface has been specially processed to be printed on by an inkjet printer.

Cautions When Printing on DVD/CDs

Be sure to use the CD-R Tray which is supplied with this machine. It has an "F" on the upper side.
Do not print on DVD/CDs that are not compatible with inkjet printing. The ink will not dry and may cause problems with the disc itself or devices that the disc is loaded onto.
Do not print on the DVD/CDs' recording surface. Doing so will make data recorded on DVD/CDs unreadable.
Hold DVD/CDs by their edges. Do not touch either the label surface (printing surface) or recording surface.
Remove any dirt from the CD-R Tray before placing DVD/CDs on the CD-R Tray. Loading discs in a dirty CD-R Tray may scratch the recording surface of the discs.
After printing, allow the printing surface of the disc to dry naturally. Do not use hairdryers or expose the disc to direct sunlight to dry the ink. Do not touch the printing surface until the ink has dried.
Do not attach the CD-R Tray while the machine is in operation.
Do not remove the CD-R Tray while printing on DVD/CDs. Doing so may damage the machine, the CD-R Tray, or the disc.
Do not get dirt or scratches on the reflectors of the CD-R Tray. The machine may not be able to recognize loading of the DVD/CD, or printing may become misaligned. If the CD-R Tray becomes dirty, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth, taking care not to scratch the reflectors.
The CD-R Tray may become dirty if software other than CD-LabelPrint or Easy-PhotoPrint EX is used.
Always use the supplied 8 cm CD-R Adapter when printing on 8 cm DVD/CDs.
Always close the Inner Cover after printing on DVD/CDs.

Attaching/Removing the CD-R Tray

Attaching the CD-R Tray

1. Open the Paper Output Tray.

1-1. Press the Open button to open the Paper Output Tray.

(A) Paper Output Tray

2. Open the Inner Cover.

(B) Inner Cover

3. Place the DVD/CD.

Caution

When placing the DVD/CD on the CD-R Tray, do not touch the printing surface of the disc or the reflectors (C) on the CD-R Tray.
When printing on an 8 cm DVD/CD, attach the supplied 8 cm CD-R Adapter. Otherwise, printing quality will be reduced or the DVD/CD may become damaged.

12 cm DVD/CD:

(1) Place the disc on the CD-R Tray with the printing surface facing up.

Do not touch the reflectors (C).

8 cm DVD/CD:

(1) Align the protrusions on both edges of the 8 cm CD-R Adapter with indentations on the CD-R Tray.

(2) Place the 8 cm disc on the CD-R Tray with the printing surface facing up.

4. Place the CD-R Tray.

Caution

Do not attach the CD-R Tray while the machine is in operation.
The CD-R Tray may be ejected if the CD-R Tray has been set while the machine is warming up. If this happens, follow the on-screen instructions to set the CD-R Tray again.

4-1. Place the CD-R Tray on the Inner Cover.

4-2. Insert the CD-R Tray straightly until the arrow () on the Inner Cover is almost aligned with the arrow () on the CD-R Tray.

(D) Keep the CD-R Tray level when inserting it.

(E) Align the arrow () on the CD-R Tray with the arrow () on the Inner Cover.

Caution

Do not insert the CD-R Tray beyond the arrow () on the Inner Cover.

Removing the CD-R Tray

1. Pull out the CD-R Tray.

2. Close the Inner Cover.

Caution

If the Inner Cover is opened, you cannot print on paper as it will not feed properly. Make sure that the Inner Cover is closed.

3. Remove the DVD/CD.

Caution

Do not touch the printing surface when removing the disc from the CD-R Tray.

Caution

Dry the printing surface sufficiently before removing the disc. If you see printing on the CD-R Tray or the transparent parts on inner or outer diameter of DVD/CD, wipe them off after the printing surface is dry.

12 cm DVD/CD:

(1) Remove the disc from the CD-R Tray.

8 cm DVD/CD:

(1) Remove the 8 cm CD-R Adapter from the CD-R Tray.

(2) Remove the 8 cm disc from the CD-R Tray.

Storing the CD-R Tray

You can keep the CD-R Tray in the CD-R Tray Storage Compartment located at the center of the bottom of the Cassette.

(A) Insert the CD-R Tray straight.

Caution

When you are not using the CD-R Tray, keep it on a flat place to avoid warping.

If the CD-R Tray warps, you may not be able to use it.

Printing from DVD/CD Label

Copy the label of an existing DVD/CD and print it on a printable DVD/CD.

Caution

You cannot print on 8 cm DVD/CDs.

1. Prepare for copying.

1-1. Turn on the machine.

1-2. Press the COPY button.

2. Select the copy menu.

2-1. Select the copy menu.

2-2. Use the or button to select Special copy, then press the OK button.

2-3. Use the or button to select DVD/CD label copy, then press the OK button.

The print area setting screen is displayed.

3. Specify the print area.

3-1. Use the or button to select Outer or Inner and use the or button to change the print area.

3-2. Press the OK button.

Caution

Measure the outer and inner diameters of the printing surface of the printable DVD/CD, and make sure that you set a value smaller than the measured value for the outer diameter and a value larger than the measured value for the inner diameter.
For information on printable discs, contact their manufacturers.

4. Specify the print density.

4-1. Use the or button to select Optimal DVD/CD or Other DVD/CD, then press the OK button.

Caution

If your medium is the recommended DVD or CD, specify Optimal DVD/CD for the suitable density printing. If not, specify Other DVD/CD.
To change the copy settings, press the Back button to return to the target screen, then change the settings.

5. Load the copy source DVD/CD.

5-1. Load the copy source DVD/CD on the Platen Glass, then press the OK button.

Caution

Be sure to load the copy source DVD/CD with its label side down on the center of the Platen Glass. If you load it near the edge of the Platen Glass, part of the image may be cut off.

6. Confirm the copy settings.

6-1. Confirm the copy settings.

6-2. Press the Color button for color copying, or the Black button for black & white copying.

The copy preparation message is displayed.

7. Set the printable DVD/CD and start copying.

7-1. Follow the on-screen instructions to set the disc.

7-2. Follow the on-screen instructions and press the OK button to start copying.

Caution

To cancel copying, press the Stop/Reset button.
After printing, allow the printing surface of the disc to dry naturally. Do not use hairdryers or expose the disc to direct sunlight to dry the ink. Do not touch the printing surface until the ink has dried.

Printing from Photo Data

Print a photo saved on a memory card onto a printable DVD/CD.

Caution

You cannot print on 8 cm DVD/CDs.

1. Prepare for printing.

1-1. Turn on the machine.

1-2. Press the MEMORY CARD button.

1-3. Insert the memory card into the Card Slot.

2. Select the print menu.

2-1. Use the or button to select Special photo print, then press the OK button.

2-2. Use the or button to select DVD/CD label print, then press the OK button.

The print area setting screen is displayed.

3. Specify the print area.

3-1. Use the or button to select Outer or Inner and use the or button to change the print area.

3-2. Press the OK button.

Caution

Measure the outer and inner diameters of the printing surface of the printable DVD/CD, and make sure that you set a value smaller than the measured value for the outer diameter and a value larger than the measured value for the inner diameter.
For information on printable discs, contact their manufacturers.

4. Specify the print density.

4-1. Use the or button to select Optimal DVD/CD or Other DVD/CD, then press the OK button.

Caution

If your medium is the recommended DVD or CD, specify Optimal DVD/CD for the suitable density printing. If not, specify Other DVD/CD.

5. Select the photo to print.

5-1. Use the or button to display a photo to print, then press the OK button.

5-2. Confirm the print image on the DVD/CD, then press the OK button.

6. Confirm the print settings.

6-1. Confirm the print settings.

Caution

To change the print settings, press the Back button to return to the target screen, then change the settings.

6-2. Press the Color button.

The print preparation message is displayed.

Caution

Pressing the Black button will not start printing.

7. Set the printable DVD/CD and start printing.

7-1. Follow the on-screen instructions to set the disc.

7-2. Follow the on-screen instructions and press the OK button to start printing.

Caution

To cancel printing, press the Stop/Reset button.
After printing, allow the printing surface of the disc to dry naturally. Do not use hairdryers or expose the disc to direct sunlight to dry the ink. Do not touch the printing surface until the ink has dried.

Printing with CD-LabelPrint from the Computer

CD-LabelPrint is bundled application software that allows you to edit and modify data before printing. Install it on your computer to use it. For information on how to install this software, refer to your setup sheet or the Network Setup Guide.

For details on how to print with CD-LabelPrint, refer to its manual.

Windows:

Click Start ⋗ All Programs (or Programs) ⋗ CD-LabelPrint ⋗ Help.

Macintosh:

In the location where the MP Drivers were installed, open Application folder ⋗ CD-LabelPrint folder ⋗ Manual folder ⋗ double-click Manual.

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