Canon imagePROGRAF iPF 5100 (17")

Brilliant color, breathtaking detail, and outstanding results - Fast!

Want more speed from a large format printer? Then consider the Canon iPFs: three times as fast as Epson, 12 ink colors instead of 8 for more color depth, and built-in calibration

Designed for photographers, artists, designers, and other graphic arts professionals. the PROGRAF iPF 5100 is top quality, high speed, reliable and low cost. It was engineered to achieve maximum productivity and consistently spectacular results on photographic prints, proofs, and fine art reproductions. Rich color, fine detail, and realistic reproduction can be expected.

Features:

12 colors of Lucia Pigment Ink

- More colors means a wider gamut for more accurate results.
- Four monochromatic shades deliver true gray tones.

Formulated to:

- Reduce graininess

- Minimize bronzing
- Increase durability
- Resist scratching

 

Built-In Calibration

- Helps maintain consistently superior results
- Automatic sensor readjusts settings based on the media used

Ultra-High Quality Imaging

- High-resolution output at 2400x1200 dpi and results beyond competitors
- Superfine 4-picoliter droplets for delicate color gradations and high-definition.

High Speed Output

- Two one-inch print-heads, with a total of 30,720 nozzles
- Canon's advanced L-COA Image Processor for faster high-quality output and print optimization

Software Solutions

- Digital Photo Front-Access
- Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop and Digital Photo Professional
- PosterArtist 2007 (optional)

Lucia Ink in 12 Colors:
Superior prints begin with the iPF5100 printer's 12-color ink set with LUCIA pigment inks. This printer's broad color pallet includes Red, Blue, Green, Cyan, Photo Cyan, Magenta, Photo Magenta, and Yellow plus four monochromatic shades: Black, Matte Black, Gray, and Photo Gray. Canon's durable LUCIA pigment inks are chemically formulated to improve print quality on a wide range of media.
- Engineered for longevity: LUCIA inks are recommended for photo, fine art printing, and proofing applications.
- Reduced graininess: Ink coverage and density are optimized to minimize the beading that can cause images to appear grainy. The unique composition of the iPF5100 printer's ink reduces graininess‹even on glossy media.
- Minimizes bronzing: Each pigment particle is coated with a resin, which helps the ink to lay down smoother on the media's surface so light reflects off the print more evenly and bronzing is reduced.
- Improved scratch resistance: The resin coating also helps the ink to form a stronger bond with the media. This helps LUCIA inks to affix to the media, making them less likely to peel, scratch, or crack‹ an important advantage, especially when producing display-quality prints.

Built-In Calibration
When it comes to producing color-accurate reprints or managing output across multiple printers, the iPF5100 printer's built-in calibration function helps to ensure that you'll get the results you expect every time. Unlike the complex and time-consuming color calibration normally required in professional settings, the iPF5100 printer will reset itself back to the original, optimal factory settings for the printer's media types. This easy-to-use feature helps compensate for adverse environmental conditions while providing a stable platform for color management with consistent color reproduction.

Kyuanos: Next Generation Color Management
The Kyuanos precision color management system delivers output color suitable for different viewing conditions, such as fluorescent lights, incandescent lights, or sunlight. Kyuanos incorporates the advanced Ambient Light Adjustment Function for select media,* which optimizes output for differences in lighting conditions for consistent color in accordance with different lighting environments.

Portraits & Photography
Put Canon's expertise into every print. Organize, edit, and make image corrections with just a click. Digital Photo Front-Access helps make integrating digital photos into large-format applications easy. The Print Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop and Digital Photo Professional enables 16-bit image processing of images to dramatically improve gradations and image quality. The system's wide color gamut and interchangeable black inks produce richer, deeper tones, and more realistic images. Canon's durable LUCIA pigmented inks are chemically formulated to further reduce graininess, minimize bronzing, and resist scratching and fading. These features, combined with the iPF5100 printer's high-resolution output and precise placement of a tiny 4pl droplet mean that display-quality photo enlargements and portraits can be produced with absolute confidence.

Fine Art Reproductions
There's no limit to your creativity with the iPF5100 large-format printing system. This system's 12-color ink set provides an unprecedented color spectrum that delivers spectacular prints and breathtaking results. The printer's high-resolution and precise placement of a miniscule 4pl droplet means that museum-quality images can be produced in detail with absolute confidence. Produce multiple prints and reprints and always get the colors right. With the iPF5100 printer's built-in calibration features you can always get the results you expect.

Proofing
A set of workflow and print features make the iPF5100 printer one of the most efficient and fastest proofing devices available. The wide color gamut enabled by the 12-color ink set means that a greater range of colors can be reproduced. The stability of Canon's LUCIA pigmented inks increase the reliability of the proof as the prints will exhibit little or no perceptible color shift. Canon's patented 30,720 nozzle 2400 x 1200 dpi print-head delivers clear images, smooth transitions, and solid fills required for professional proofing applications.

Graphic Arts
The iPF5100 printer is equipped with software and advanced printing features to expand the range of print possibilities to include posters, banners, signs, and more. Canon's optional template-driven PosterArtist 2007 software helps users of all levels to design and print a wide variety of large-format graphics. It will print well on a wide range of media, including a variety of papers, adhesive-backed materials and films. High-speed throughput means that deadlines can be met and full production runs can be produced on time.

Specifications
• Print-Head: PF-03
• Technology: FINE (Full-photolithography Ink-jet Nozzle Engineering)
• Configuration: Two print heads (Total 12 Colors, 6 Colors per print head
Print-Head (A) Y/PC/C/PGY/GY/MBK
Print-Head (B) PM/M/BK/R/G/B
• Number of Nozzles: 2,560 per Color (30,720 Total)
• Droplet Size: 4 Picoliter
• Nozzle Pitch (Head Resolution): 1,200 dpi
• Print-Head Swath: 1.07 inch
• Print Resolution (Max.): 2400 x 1200 dpi
• Ink Type: LUCIA Ink (Pigment-based)
• Ink Tank: PFI-101 (C, M, Y, PC, PM, R, G, B) / PFI-103 (BK, MBK, GY, PGY)
• Colors: Cyan, Photo Cyan, Magenta, Photo Magenta, Yellow, Black, Matte Black, Red, Green, Blue, Gray, Photo Gray
• Ink Tank Capacity: 130ml per Color
• Ink Supply Method: Tubing System
• Nozzle Recovery System: Non-firing Nozzle Detection and Compensation
• Print Controller: L-COA Controller
• Printer Memory: 192MB
• Media Feed: Roll Feed, one roll, font output
Top-Loading Manual Feed
One Sheet, Front Output
Front-Loading Manual Feed
One Sheet, Front Output
• Cassette: Up to 250 Sheets (Letter, Plain Paper, Front Output)
• Media Width: 8"-17" (cut sheet and roll)
• Minimum Media Length
Top-Loading Manual Feed--11.0" (279mm)
Front-Loading Manual Feed--20.47" (520mm)
Roll Feed-- 8" (203mm)
• Maximum Print Length
Manual Feed (Top)-- 62" (1.6m)
Manual Feed (Front)-- 36" (914mm)
• Roll Feed-- 59' (18m)
• Borderless Printing Width (roll media only)
10" (254mm), B4 (257mm), A3+ (329mm), 14" (356mm),
16" (407mm), A2 (420mm), A2+/17" (432mm)
• Media Cutter
Built-in Durable Rotary Blade
• Media Thickness
Top-Loading Manual Feed-- 0.08mm-0.8mm (3.2-31.4mil)
Front-Loading Manual Feed-- 0.5mm-1.5mm (19.6-59.0mil)
Roll Feed-- 0.08mm-0.8mm (3.2-31.4mil)
• Cassette: 0.08mm-0.3mm (3.2-11.8mil)
• Media Core Sizes: 2" or 3" Core (with Supplied Adapter)
• Printable Margins:
Manual Feed (Top/Front)-- Leading and Left/Right Edges: 0.12" (3mm)
-- Trailing Edge: 0.90" [Front = 23mm/Top = 3mm (except for Art Paper)]
Roll Feed -- All Sides: 0.12" (3mm) or 0" for Borderless
• Maximum Media Roll Outer Diameter: 5.9" (150mm)
• Bundled Software
Printing Software-- Printer Driver 2007, Print Plug-in for Photoshop, Print Plug-in for DPP, † Printer Driver Extra Kit · (Free Layout, ·· imageRUNNER ® Linking Function)
Applications-- Digital Photo Front-Access ·· Utilities
GARO Status Monitor (Windows)/Print Monitor (MAC),
Media Configuration Tool-- Remote UI
Printer Language: GARO (Canon Proprietary)
Operating System: Windows (2000, XP, Windows Vista 32/64 bit)
Macintosh (OS9, OS10)
Interface: Standard-- Hi-Speed USB 2.0. 10/100Base-T/TX
Optional--IEEE1394 (FireWire ® ), PosterArtist 2007
Acoustic Noise: Operation. 51dB or Less
Power Supply: AC 100-120V (50/60Hz)
Power Consumption: Maximum-- 100W or Less
Standby-- 6W or Less
Power Off: Less than 1W (Compliant with Executive Order)
Operational Environment Temperature: 59-86F (15-30C)
Relative Humidity: 10-80% (No Condensation)
Dimensions (H x W x D): 13.5" x 39.3" x 31.9"
Weight: Approx. 108 lb. (Excludes Ink Tank and Print-Heads)
User-Replaceable Items: Print-Head (PF-03)
Maintenance Cartridge (MC-16)
Options: IEEE1394 Expansion Board (EB-05)
Cabinet Stand (CB17-01)
Printer Stand (ST-11)
Roll Holder (RH2-11)
Basket (BU-02)

• 1-Year Canon U.S.A. Limited Warranty

Notes:
~ A tabletop printer. No stand included.
~ The starter ink tanks initially packaged with the printer are not the same capacity as the replacement ink tanks specified here.
~ The maximum printable length varies depending on the application, OS, and RIP used.
~ Not compatible with Windows Vista 64-bit and Macintosh For imagePROGRAF Printer Driver 2007. For printing from PostScript applications such as Adobe Illustrator or QuarkXPress, please use a PostScript compatible RIP package. For a list of Canon recommended RIP packages, please consult with Canon Alliance and Industry Market program list of RIP vendors.