Install BrightQ-Pro

BrightINSTALL can run through X11 or using a terminal-oriented menu. It detects the OS/architecture, installed printing system, and existing BrightQ configuration.

Before you begin

1. Check requirements and printing-system support.
2. Obtain the BrightQ-Pro installer for your platform from an authorized source.
3. Check the installer README for prerequisites, fixes, and compatibility differences.
4. Make a backup of print spooler configuration and confirm that you have permission to administer the host.

Start the installer

BrightINSTALL uses platform-specific .run installers. From the directory containing the installer:

sh ./<downloaded-brightq-installer>.run

Use the exact file name and vendor guidance for your distribution; do not copy a filename from an old screenshot. The installer may ask for administrative credentials.

BrightINSTALL login prompt with an empty administrator password field.

Terminal installer identifying the operating system and architecture.

Installer license agreement screen.

Recommended installation

Choose Recommended for the installation choices selected by BrightINSTALL, including default paths and the detected printing system. Review all choices before proceeding.

Terminal installer with Recommended and Expert installation classes.

Graphical BrightINSTALL setup with Recommended and Expert installation choices.

Expert installation

Expert mode can change:

Choice	Default / description
Install path	/usr/local/brightq
Binary link path	/usr/bin
Print system	Detected CUPS, LPR/LPD, System V or AIX Native, depending on OS
Common files	Required
Desktop menu entries	KDE/GNOME/CDE where supported
Replace standard printing commands	Can map lp / lpr to PJM

System command replacement

Expert installation can rename system lp/lpr commands and install symbolic links to PJM. This may change existing application behavior. Review and opt out where appropriate before installation; back up the existing commands and queue configuration.

Expert installer screens

Terminal installer showing the installation path field.

Terminal installer showing the symbolic link path field.

Terminal installer showing common files, the detected printing system, and command replacement options.

Terminal installer offering CUPS and LPRng/LPR printing systems.

Graphical Expert installer showing paths and CUPS or LPRng/LPR options.

Graphical Expert installer showing additional UNIX and AIX printing system choices.

After installation, proceed to printer setup. Licensing for supported Canon devices is included in the Canon BrightQ-Pro package. For packages that require activation or license import, follow the licensing instructions.