Canon imagePROGRAF GP-4000

Product Description

The GP Series are the world's first large format printer with aqueous pigment Fluorescent Pink Ink*. The 44" GP-4000 is a 10-colour (MBK, BK, GY, C, M, Y, R, O, G, V) plus Fluorescent Pink Ink large format printer. Equipped with Canon's unique Radiant Infusion which layers the newly developed Fluorescent Pink Ink with other inks on the paper surface during printing creating bright and soft colour reproduction. With the new Red, Orange, Green, Violet, and Fluorescent Pink Inks, the imagePROGRAF GP-2000 printer has the largest colour gamut of any imagePROGRAF printer to date. Other features include built in colour calibration, Intelligent Media Handling, and USB Thumb Drive printing. These imagePROGRAF GP Series printers are the world's first "PANTONE Calibrated" Pantone licensed¹ for "PANTONE PASTELS & NEONS GUIDE Coated"², which includes fluorescent and pastel colours. Can hit 99% of the colours in the PANTONE FORMULA GUIDE solid coated. Bundled with Canon's poster creation software PosterArtist Lite, users are able to create posters in four easy steps with license free images and templates. The Radiant Infusion technology is integrated into PosterArtist Lite software to allow users to create high impact posters easily. Additional software features include Professional Print & Layout, Accounting Manager and Device Management Console. This printer is ideal for supporting in-house production of large format prints with increased appeal and visibility in various industries such as retail, print for pay, entertainment industries, design offices and advertising agencies.

10 Colour Pigment Ink Plus Fluorescent Pink Ink
The GP-4000 is a 10-colour (MBK, BK, GY, C, M, Y, R, O, G, V) plus Fluorescent Pink Ink large format printer. The new Fluorescent Pink Ink allows the reproduction of graphic posters and signage, expanding the colour gamut for designers to replicate the exact colours for their business needs and branding. Canon's unique Radiant Infusion which layers the newly developed Fluorescent Pink Ink with other inks on the paper surface during printing creating bright and soft colour reproduction. Available in 160 ml, 330 ml or 700 ml ink tanks. 3,630 ml of ink ships standard with the GP-4000.

Pantone License
The imagePROGRAF GP Series has obtained the world’s first "PANTONE Calibrated license for the PANTONE PASTELS & NEONS GUIDE coated" hitting 97% of the colours in this guide. These models also achieve 99% coverage of "PANTONE FORMULA GUIDE Solid Coated" which is used in a wide range of applications such as printing and design.

Colour Calibration
The built-in Colour Calibration function uses a multisensor to read colour density and calibrate the printer, so that the last print looks the same as the first.

Intelligent Media Loading
The GP-4000 printer can load and recognize paper without the need for human intervention. Simply set the roll holder in the printer and let the media automatically feed into the print. The built-in multi-sensor automatically detects the width, length, and type of the media.

Optional MultiFunction Roll
The optional Multifunction Roll System, which also utilizes Canon's new intelligent media handling, is a versatile media handling solution system that enables either a second roll of media to be loaded on the printer, or the unit can be configured as a bi-directional media Take-up unit. Dual –Roll Feeding: The dual-roll feeding mechanism enables users to load a second roll of a different media type and size so that users can simultaneously switch from printing on matte to gloss paper without pausing their work to reload. Additionally, the second roll can be used to support high-volume printing be enabling two rolls of the same media to be fed to the printer. Bi-Directional Rewinding: The Multifunction Roll System may also be configured by the operator as a take-up unit to rewind longer printouts. The user can choose to rewind media with the printed surface on the outside or the inside of the roll, thereby supporting “bi-directional rewinding”.

Operation Panel
The GP-4000 features a 4.3" colour touchscreen operation panel making it easy to view printer information as well as perform simple operations.

Print from USB Thumb Drive
PDF and JPEG files can be directly printed on the imagePROGRAF GP-4000 from a USB thumb drive. Simply input the thumb drive into the USB port on the printer, preview the image on the operation panel, and print! Fast and easy printing without the use of a computer.

500 GB Hard Drive
A built-in 500 GB hard drive within the printer increases productivity by relieving workload from the host Mac or PC, while providing a large capacity for print job data storage and retrieval. This 500 GB hard drive enables job data to be stored in protected mailboxes for easy access via web browser or at the printer for job re-printing. The embedded hard disk is ideal for medium to large workgroups to share a printer efficiently with multiple users, offering sample job storage space.

Wi-Fi Connection[³]
Stay Connected. Wi-Fi connectivity is standard with the GP Series printers.

Sub-Tank Ink System
The Sub-Ink Tank System allows virtually all of the available ink in a tank to be used before having to replace it, helping to eliminate wasted ink. The empty tanks can also be replaced on-the-fly without stopping the printer. This is extremely useful during your long print jobs.

Enhanced Security[⁴]
Developed with advanced security features, including support of secure PIN printing to protect data and the ability to disable printing, increasing administrative control of end-user printing.

PF-10 Print Head
The PF-10, a 1.28”-wide print head with 18,432 nozzles equipped with anti-clogging FINE technology, generates fast print speeds while reducing the possibility of clogging. Ink ejection conditions are precisely checked by 27 sensors, and if a clog is detected, another nozzle will provide back-up. Having only one print head means a more compact printer that achieves faster print speeds while maintaining high print quality.

Main Unit Specs

• Printer Type
• 10-colour pigment ink plus Fluorescent Pink Ink
• Number of Nozzles
• Total: 18,432
• All colours: 1,536 nozzles
• Nozzle Pitch
• 600 dpi x 2
• Non-firing nozzle detection and compensation
• Print Resolution (Up to)
• 2400×1200dpi (Max)
• OS Compatibility
• 32bit: Windows® (Vista/7/8, 8.1/10)
• 64bit: Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10Windows Server 2008R2 , Windows Server 2012/2012R2Windows Server 2016 , Windows Server 2019
• Mac (OS X 10.10.5～OS10.11), (OS 10.12～macOS 10.14)
• Standard Interfaces
• USB 2.0 High-Speed
• 10/100/1000 Base-T/TX
• Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n)
• USB Thumb Drive
• Ink Droplet Size
• Minimum 4 picoliter
• Ink Capacity
• 160ml, 330ml, or 700ml per colour
• Ink Type
• 10 Pigment colour based plus Fluorescent Pink Ink
• Colour Set
• Photo Black, Matte Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Green, Gray, Red, Orange, Violet + Fluorescent Pink
• Hard Drive
• 500 GB
• Media Width
• Cut Sheet - 6”- 44”
• Roll Feed - 6” - 44”
• Media Thickness
• Roll: 0.07 - 0.8 mm (2.8 - 31.5mil)
• Maximum Roll Print Length
• Roll Feed - 59' (18 meters)**
• Maximum Media Roll Diameter
• 6.7” (170mm)
• Borderless Printing Width
• All Sizes
• Paper Feed Method
• Roll Feed: One Roll, Front-loading, Front Output
• Manual Feed: Front-loading, Front Output
• Languages
• Swift Graphic Raster (SGRaster
• Noise Level Approx
• Operation: 48 dB (A) or less
• Acoustic Power: 6.5 Bels or less
• Physical Dimensions
• 46” (H) x 63” (W) x 39” (D)
• Weight
• approx.274 lbs (roll holder included, no inks, no print heads)
• Power Source
• AC 100-240V（50-60Hz）
• Power Consumption
• Maximum: 99 W or less
• Standby 2.0 W or less
• Power Off: 0.3 W or less
• Operating Environment
• Temperature: 59 - 86°F
• Relative Humidity: 10-80% (No Condensation)
• User-replaceable items
• Print Head (PF-10)
• Maintenance Cartridge (MC-30)
• Ink Tanks: 160ml, 330ml, 700ml

Software Included
Professional Print & Layout, Quick Utility Toolbox, Accounting Manager, Device Management Console, Media Configuration Tool, PosterArtist Lite (PC only), PosterArtist (Available for purchase, PC only), Printer Driver Extra Kit (Free Layout and Advanced Preview), Direct Print Plus (PC only), Free Layout Plus (PC only)

* In major aqueous pigment large-format inkjet printer manufactures (excluding sublimation transfer systems). As of 09/27/2021, (Canon research)

1. Should read as follows: As of September 27, 2021, according to professional services performed by Pantone under License Agreement between Canon, Inc. and Pantone LLC.
2. PANTONE PASTELS & NEONS GUIDE Coated colour gamut coverage rate is 97% for GP-4000/2000 when using Photo Paper Pro Platinum with imagePROGRAF printer driver at [Poster/Photo (Fluorescent)] [Highest] (600dpi).
3. Wireless printing requires a working network with wireless 802.11b/g or 802.11n capability. Wireless performance may vary based on terrain and distance between the printer and wireless network clients.
4. Canon products offer certain security features, yet many variables can impact the security of your devices and data. Canon does not warrant that use of its features will prevent security issues. Nothing herein should be construed as legal or regulatory advice concerning applicable laws; customers must have their own qualified counsel determine the feasibility of a solution as it relates to regulatory and statutory compliance. Some security features may impact functionality/performance; you may want to test these settings in your environment.

† Prices and specifications subject to change without notice. Actual prices are determined by individual dealers and may vary.

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