12Basic OperationsAdjusting the print settings according to your needs allows you to produce better quality prints.• If you detect smoke, unusual smells or strange noises around the printer, immediately switch theprinter off and always unplug the printer. Contact your local Canon service representative.• To avoid injury, never put your hand or fingers inside the printer while it is printing.Printing with Windows1 From your application’s File menu,select Print.2 Ensure that your printer is selected,then click:• Windows XP → Preferences• Windows Me/Windows 98 → Properties• Windows 2000 → Main tab3 Specify the required settings and clickOK.4 Ensure that the proper lamp of thepaper source is lit.If not, press the Paper Feed Switch on the printer.If you cannot select the paper source, refer to the PrinterDriver Guide.5 To start printing, click Print.Printing will start in a few moments.If prints are unclear or specific colors are not reproduced even if there is plenty of ink, print headnozzles may be clogged. Print the nozzle check pattern, check the results, then perform print headcleaning. For details about maintenance, refer to the User’s Guide.• For details about the printer driver, refer to thePrinter Driver Guide.• Click Instructions to view the Printer DriverGuide. If the On-screen Manual is not installed,Instructions is not displayed.CassetteLampAuto SheetFeeder Lamp