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GP-2000
In this Setup
Requirements & Prerequisite
Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.
Overview
Canon GP-2000 is a large format inkjet printer intended for signs, posters, and graphics with a strong visual effect. It comes with LUCIA PRO pigment ink featuring five new colors, including the fluorescent pink. Canon GP-2000 produces powerful computer graphics design prints in vivid color. Canon GP-2000 is the world’s first PANTONE calibrated printer for PANTONE PASTEL & NEON GUIDE Coated. It is a high productivity printer. It is included with a security print feature with PIN access which allows you to print with all your data being managed securely.
Features
- LUCIA PRO 11-colour pigment ink.
- Dual roll feeding option.
- High Print Resolution is up to 2400 x 1200 dpi.
- PANTONE Calibration.
- Radiant Infusion technology.
- Fast print speed.
- 4.3 inch color touchscreen interface.
- Comes with a 500 GB hard drive and 3 GB of RAM.
Unboxing & Initial Setup
- Take the printer out of the box.
- Take out all the accessories and remove the packaging.
- Remove and discard the protective tape from outside and inside.
- Connect the power cord to turn the printer on.
- Install the toner cartridges.
- Load paper into the paper trays.
Manuals & Guides
Canon GP-2000 setup on Windows
Setting up Canon GP-2000 on Windows with Wi-fi:
- Connect the Printer to wifi:
- Select wifi Connection.
- Enter the password.
- Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer until the Wi-Fi lamp blinks.
- Connect Canon GP-2000 to your Wi-Fi network.
- Download Drivers:
- Download and install the full driver package from the bottom of the page.
- When the installation is completed, run the installer file and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Add Printer via Windows Settings:
- On your PC, click on Start → Settings → Devices → Printers & scanners → Add a printer or scanner
b. Select your Canon GP-2000 and click Add Device. c. Click Next.
- On your PC, click on Start → Settings → Devices → Printers & scanners → Add a printer or scanner
- Print the Test page:
- Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Setting up Canon GP-2000 on Windows with USB:
- Connect the Printer to Your PC:
- Connect USB cable when prompted.
- Plug the USB cable into the printer and connect the other end to your PC.
- Download Drivers:
- Download and install the full driver package from the bottom of the page.
- When the installation is completed, run the installer file and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Print the Test page:
- Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon GP-2000 setup on macOS
Setting up Canon GP-2000 on Mac with Wi-fi:
- Connect the Printer to wifi:
- Select wifi Connection.
- Enter the password.
- Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer until the Wi-Fi lamp blinks.
- Connect Canon GP-2000 to your Wi-Fi network.
- Download Drivers:
- Download and install the full driver package from the bottom of the page.
- Select your macOS version from the dropdown (e.g., macOS Ventura, Monterey, etc.).
- When the installation is completed, run the installer file and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Add Printer to Mac:
- Go to system settings > Printers & Scanners.
- Click “+” to add a printer.
- The Mac will automatically detect the Canon GP-2000.
- Select it and click Add.
- Print the Test page:
- Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Setting up Canon GP-2000 on Mac with USB:
- Download Drivers:
- Download and install the full driver package from the bottom of the page.
- When the installation is completed, run the installer file and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Connect the Printer to Your Mac:
- Connect USB cable when prompted.
- Plug the USB cable into the printer and connect the other end to your Mac.
- Add Printer to Mac:
- Go to system settings > Printers & Scanners.
- Click “+” to add a printer.
- The Mac will automatically detect the Canon GP-2000.
- Select it and click Add.
- Print the Test page:
- Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Troubleshooting Steps
- Check the power:
- Check the printer plug and the wall outlet both are securely connected.
- Check the cartridges:
- Make sure the ink cartridges are placed correctly. Also, ensure that there is enough ink.
- Check paper:
- If the papers are not arranged correctly, take them out of the paper tray and straighten them up. Make sure that the paper tray is not jammed. You can now shut off the paper tray.
- Check Wi-Fi Connection:
- Ensure that your printer and device are connected to the same network.
- Make sure that the WIFI connection is stable.
- Update the Driver:
- Outdated drivers may cause problems.
- Check for the latest driver updates for your printer model.
- Download and install the updated driver.
Driver Downloads
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