Printing Media

Compatible Media Types

You can use the following types of paper and other media.

 Size

 Standard paper: From A5 size (148.0 x 210.0 mm / 5.83 x 8.27 in) to legal size (215.9 x 355.6 mm / 8.5 x 14.0 in)

 Non-standard paper: From 54.0 x 86.0 mm to 215.9 x 584.2 mm (From 2.13 x 3.39 in to 8.5 x 23.0 in)

 Others: Envelopes (European DL and US Com. #10)

Important

Do not use the following types of paper. Using such paper will not only produce unsatisfactory results, but can also cause the printer to jam or malfunction.

 Folded, curled or wrinkled paper

 Damp paper

 Paper that is too thin (less than 64 gsm / 17 lb)

 Paper that is too thick *(more than 105 gsm / 28 lb)

 Picture postcards

 Postcards with an affixed photo or sticker

 Envelopes with double flap

 Envelopes with pressure seals

 Envelopes with an embossed or treated surface

* non-Canon branded paper

 Weight

64 to 105 gsm (17 to 28 lb)

Do not use paper heavier than this (except for supported Canon-brand media), as it could jam in the paper.

 Types

The following types of media can be used.

For more information about the media and the printing methods, refer to the specific sections.

Plain paper

Refer to your setup guide for instructions on how to print with plain papers.

See Photo Paper Pro PR-101

See Photo Paper Plus Glossy PP-101

See Photo Paper Plus Semi-Gloss SG-101

See Matte Photo Paper MP-101

See Glossy Photo Paper GP-401

See High Resolution Paper HR-101N

See Photo Paper Plus Double Sided PP-101D

See T-Shirt Transfers TR-301

See Transparencies CF-102

See Photo Stickers PS-101

See Envelopes

Important

Put unused papers back into the package, and store them avoiding high temperature, humid and direct sunlight.



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