The imagePROGRAF iPF6100 printer, brilliant color, sophisticated print-head technology, and high speed output are brought together into a high-performance large format printing-system. With features designed to help all levels of users achieve extraordinary results, the iPF6100 printer is the ideal solution for any color professional looking for striking, full-bleed color output with strength in paper handling and exceptional speed in output. The iPF6100 printer is engineered to produce colors, fine details, and subtle expressions required for some of the most challenging color environments such as photography, proofing and professional graphic applications.

The iPF6100 printer is equipped with the ability to recalibrate itself to the original factory settings and apply any necessary adjustments across the printer's media types. The result - a more predictable printing platform where results can be consistently achieved. The 12-color pigment ink system with LUCIA inks offers excellent color fastness and stability with a remarkably wide color gamut. The ink formulation for Black, Matte Black, Gray and Photo Gray reduces bronzing, while providing stronger ink adhesion to the print media, resulting in better scratch resistance without any additional protection. The Canon L-COA processor, which is dedicated to the imagePROGRAF, is designed to optimize the best quality output at the highest possible speeds. Vivid breathtaking, long lasting prints are achieved by combining Canon's advanced technological achievements. The iPF6100 is designed for reliability, simplicity, productivity and above all quality.

Features:

12 Color Pigment Ink System - LUCIA inks
Automatic Switching of Black Inks
Built-in Calibration
Print Head - PF 03 - Dual print head system
L-COA Controller - Print Controller
Print Plug-in for Adobe® Photoshop® and Digital Photo Professional - An export print module
Printer Driver 2007
Digital Photo Front-Access
PosterArtist (Optional Software)
Clogged Nozzle Detection and Compensation
Media Roll Detection System
Borderless Printing
Energy Star Qualified

12 Color Pigment Ink System - LUCIA inks:
The iPF6100 printer's ink set is comprised of 12 colors: four standard process colors with Photo Cyan and Photo Magenta; plus Red, Green, and Blue; Matte Black, Gray, and Photo Gray. This unique combination creates a broad color pallet and delivers exceptional print results. The iPF6100 printer's LUCIA ink is specially formulated to reduce graininess and bronzing and resist scratching and fading. Black, Matte Black, Gray and Photo Gray have been reformulated to optimize black ink density for exceptional monochrome photo-quality output. Based on the type of ink being used, the iPF6100 printer automatically matches the correct black ink to achieve the best print results.

Specifications:

Printer:
Printer Type
12-Color 24-inch Printer

Number of Nozzles:
Total: 30,720
All colors: 2,560 nozzles each

Nozzle Pitch:
1,200 dpi
Non-firing nozzle detection and compensation

Print Resolution (Up to):
2,400 x 1,200 dpi (Max)

OS Compatibility:
Windows®(2000/XP/Vista 32/64bit)
MAC(OS9,OS10)1

Standard Interface:
USB 2.0 High-Speed
10/100 Base-T/TX
Optional: IEEE 1394 (Firewire®)

Ink Droplet Size:
4 picoliter

Ink Capacity:
130ml per color2

Ink Types:
LUCIA ink (Pigment-based)

Color Set:
Cyan, Photo Cyan, Magenta, Photo Magenta, Yellow, Black, Matte Black, Red, Green. Blue, Gray, Photo Gray

Buffer/Ram:
384 MB

Hard Drive:
N/A

Media Width:
Cut Sheet and Roll: 8" - 24"

Media Thickness:
Top Loading Manual Feed: 0.08 - 0.8mm (3.2 - 31.4mil)
Front Loading Manual Feed: 0.5 - 1.5mm (19.6 - 59.0mil)
Roll: 0.08 - 0.8mm (3.2 - 31.4mil)

Maximum Roll Print Length:
62 Feet (Top)
36 Feet (Front)

Maximum Media Roll Diameter:
5.9" (150mm)

Borderless Printing Width (Roll Media Only):
10" (254 mm), B4 (257 mm), A3+ (329 mm), 14" (356 mm), 16" (407 mm), A2 (420 mm), A2+/17" (432 mm), B2 (515 mm), A1 (594 mm), 24" (610 mm)

Paper-Feed Method:
Roll Feed: One Roll, front output
Top Loading Manual Feed: One sheet, front output
Front Loading Manual Feed: One sheet, front output

Languages:
GARO (Canon Proprietary)

Noise Level (Approx.):
Operation: 49 dB or less
Standby: 6W or less

Physical Dimensions:
39.1" (H) x 46.3" (W) x 35.2" (D)

Weight:
Approximately 150 lbs with stand

Power Source:
AC-100-120V (50-60Hz)

Power Consumption:
Maximum: 100W or less
Standby 6W or less
Power Off: Less than 1W (Compliant with Executive Order)

Operating Environment:
Temperature: 59°-86° F (15°-30° C)
Relative Humidity: 10-80% (No Condensation)

User-replaceable items:
Print Head (PF-03), Maintenance Cartridge (MC-16)

Software Included:
Canon Printer Driver, Print Plug-in for Adobe Photoshop, Print Plug-in for Digital Photo Professional, Digital Photo Front-Access, Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout, imageRUNNER Linking Function)