Converting the Pro9000 is very easy. Pushing the buttons on the front
of the printer in a specific order sets it to European mode. Uninstall
driver, reinstall it, download label software.
http://damnprinter.com/172/canon-ip4200-ip5200-pro9000-cd-printing-instructions.html
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Chuck Norcutt wrote:
> I wouldn't worry about invalidating your US warranty. All you'd have to
> do is reverse the simple setup mods before sending it for service if
> service was even required.
>
> Chuck Norcutt
>
> Candace Lemarr wrote:
>> Dan,
>>
>> Thank you for all of this info.
>> I'll look into everything you've linked to or suggested.
>> I actually dreamed about printers last night, ugh!
>>
>> I have been looking at so many printers, and many Canon models. Some
>> reviews say the newer Pixma models cannot be "hacked" to add the cd/dvd
>> printing, but if one purchased the printer outside the US, then it
>> already has it. (For example, the ip4700). Of course, various models
>> have various pros and cons, ink usage etc, so there is much to compare
>> and think about.
>> And I was and still am thinking the same as you, depending on the dollar
>> amount paid for the printer, there will be a time when purchasing from
>> Canada might be the better option. And, of course, warranty coverage
>> would be a moot point anyhow, wouldn't it? If I bought a Canon in the
>> US, but then added the cd/dvd print capability it would void my warranty
>> anyhow. Purchasing the same model canon printer from Canada with the cd
>> print capability already installed would mean the printer had a
>> warranty...just a Canadian warranty. If one could do this for around
>> $150.00--$200.00 by the time printer, first set of inks, and shipping is
>> added in, it would seem like a good option to me. I don't need a lot of
>> bells and whistles, just two. :-)
>>
>> Although, I have to admit to having some printer lust when I was
>> checking out the pro9000. Much more than what I need or am budgeting
>> for, but wow.
>>
>> Thank you so much for the offer to show me the print quality, it is very
>> kind of you. I may take you up on that in the not so distant future.
>> If it's ok, I will reply off list at that time.
>>
>> Thank you again for your time and thoughts, I appreciate it very much.
>>
>> Candace
>>
>>
>>
>> Daniel Sepke wrote:
>>> Candace,
>>>
>>> It's a free download from Canon's European sites (along with the necessary
>>> Euro Spec drivers). Look for CD Label Print. It does all of the things you
>>> need it to. You can do full bleed style printing right to the outside edge.
>>> I have found that some of fully printable hub style discs have a print area
>>> larger than the printer can actually print to though. This isn't really a
>>> problem for most of the discs I make but it's worth noting so you can stock
>>> up on the best discs (I like the Tayo-Yuden's in 100 packs available from
>>> many eBay sellers for around the $35 mark.
>>>
>>> The only down side I can see to buying from Canada would be warranty support
>>> issues. When I let go of my pro9000 (lack of use) I set it back to USA spec
>>> and sold the CD tray separately for what I paid for it. If you end up
>>> getting one of the sub $100 models I would expect it *would* work out better
>>> to snag a Canada spec machine as if it goes wrong it's not likely worth the
>>> trouble to fix it or send it back.
>>>
>>> With regard to print quality the one I have has never disappointed for CD
>>> printing and the occasional photo print has done OK. I use a regular lab for
>>> all the print sales I do and don't print much of my personal stuff at the
>>> moment. Ken is often heard on Canon print quality and I think a few other
>>> have them (I seem to recall that John got a pro9000 at about the same time
>>> as I did).
>>>
>>> If you like email me a picture or a layout from CD Label Print and I will be
>>> happy to mail you the end result printed on a CD so you can see what it's
>>> like before you leap.
>>>
>>> Yours, Dan.
>>>
>>>
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