Setting up the Canon ImagePROGRAF PRO-4600: the key steps to know

There is no shortage of excellent reasons to take seriously the Canon
ImagePROGRAF PRO-4600 as an option for your organisation’s next graphic
arts printer.
This A0 44” device, after all, is a 12-colour photographic and fine art
printer that lives up to the highest quality expectations of discerning
photographers, artists, and print service providers.
Unparalleled image quality can be expected from this renowned Canon
wide-format printer. This is largely thanks to the highly sophisticated LUCIA
PRO II pigment ink set, with 11 of the 12 inks having been recently developed.
However, this particular blog article isn’t meant to draw attention to
the premium image quality, the impressive print durability, or even the
seamless workflows that the Canon ImagePROGRAF PRO-4600 presents. Instead, we
want to touch on the process of actually setting up this printer.
What can you expect when you unbox and set up this Canon wide-format
printer?
If you’ve ever been curious as to how easy – or difficult – it could be
to set up one of Canon’s graphic arts printers such as the PRO-4600, this “walkthrough” video
from the USA arm of the Japanese corporation should make for instructive
viewing.
The video begins with the process of removing the Canon
wide-format printer from its box, the continues through to the installation
of the inks and the addition of the second roll feed/take-up unit.
But of course, it’s not the only place where you can discover what
is involved in the process of getting the Canon ImagePROGRAF PRO-4600 ready to
use. That’s because you can also head to the relevant
part of the Canon website where official manuals and guides can be
downloaded, including the installation
guide for this device.
The basics of setting up the Canon ImagePROGRAF PRO-4600
The following information draws upon the aforementioned official
installation guide. It should give you an idea of what is involved in preparing
this Canon wide-format printer for use:
- Confirm the installation space
In readiness for the installation of the PRO-4600, you should make sure
there is a certain amount of space available around the machine. The necessary
space to have available for this model is 78.5 x 66.3 x 61.5 inches (1,993 x
1,684 x 1,560mm).
- Confirm the accessories
The full list of accessories is set out in the Canon installation guide.
Nonetheless, these items from the box should encompass the likes of the printer
itself, the ink tanks for first-time installation, the print head, the power
cord, and the accessory pocket.
- Remove the packing material
All the packing material associated with the printer will need to be
removed and discarded, as well as the orange tape and the tape affixed to the
roll holder.
- Assemble the printer stand
In order to put together the stand, you will need to refer to the Printer
Stand Setup Guide, which is a separate manual. Alternatively, you may not be
using the stand – in which case, you can simply move on to the stage of
installing the printer.
- Attach the roll unit
You might have purchased the optional roll unit for this Canon
wide-format printer. In that case, you will need to refer to the separate Roll
Unit Setup Guide to attach it.
- Install the printer
Six people or more will be required for the task of moving the PRO-4600.
This team of individuals will need to place the device on a flat and stable
surface.
- Turn on the printer
It is important to keep the belt stopper for future occasions when you
might need to move the machine to another location. To turn on the device,
insert the power cord into the power connector at the back of the machine, and
connect the power cord to the power outlet.
You can then follow the instructions on the operation panel to continue
setup.
- Connect to a PC or smartphone
When the home screen is displayed, you will be able to proceed to
“Connecting to a PC or Smartphone”.
Open your web browser, navigate to the Canon website, and enter the model
name, before clicking “Go”. Instructions will then appear on the screen that
you can follow.
Ask us for advice in your search for the perfectly suited large-format
printer or media
Remember: whatever queries you may have in relation to the Canon
wide-format printer you’re thinking about purchasing, or whatever your other
needs may be as far as large-format printing and media are concerned, you’re
free to contact Prizma Graphics for advice and guidance.
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