Page 1 TS6100 series Online Manual Basic Operation Network Maintenance Overview of the Machine Information about Paper Printing Copying Scanning Frequently Asked Questions List of Support Code for Error English...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Using Online Manual..........9 Symbols Used in This Document.
Page 3 Maintenance........... . 85 If Printing Is Faint or Uneven.
Page 4 Using the Operation Panel............141 Changing Settings.
Page 5 Canon IJ Status Monitor Description........
Page 6 Scanning from Computer (Windows)........286 Scanning According to Item Type or Purpose (IJ Scan Utility).
Page 7 Cannot Find Printer while Using Wireless LAN........340 Network Connection Problems.
Page 8 List of Support Code for Error (Paper Jams)........400 1300.
Page 9: Using Online Manual
Using Online Manual Operating Environment Symbols Used in This Document Touch-enabled Device Users (Windows) Printing Online Manual Trademarks and Licenses Screenshots in This Manual...
Page 10: Symbols Used In This Document
Symbols Used in This Document Warning Instructions that, if ignored, could result in death or serious personal injury caused by incorrect operation of the equipment. These must be observed for safe operation. Caution Instructions that, if ignored, could result in personal injury or material damage caused by incorrect operation of the equipment.
Page 11: Touch-Enabled Device Users (Windows)
Touch-enabled Device Users (Windows) For touch actions, you need to replace "right-click" in this document with the action set on the operating system. For example, if the action is set to "press and hold" on your operating system, replace "right-click" with "press and hold."...
Page 12: Trademarks And Licenses
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Page 23: Basic Operation
Basic Operation Printing Photos from a Computer Printing Photos from a Smartphone/Tablet Copying...
Page 24: Printing Photos From A Computer
Printing Photos from a Computer This section describes how to print photos with My Image Garden. 1. Open the rear tray cover (A) and then pull up the paper support (B). 2. Open the feed slot cover (C). 3. Load paper vertically WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING UP. 4.
Page 25 5. Close the feed slot cover (E) gently. After closing the feed slot cover, the paper information registration screen for the rear tray is displayed on the touch screen. 6. Select the size and type of the loaded paper in the rear tray at Page size and Type, and then select Register.
Page 26 7. Open the operation panel (F), pull out the paper output tray (G) and paper output support (H), and open the output tray extension (I). Be sure to open the operation panel before printing. If the operation panel is close, the printer does not start printing.
Page 27 10. Click the folder (L) with photos you want to print. 11. Click the photos (M) you want to print. For Windows: To select two or more photos at a time, click photos while pressing the Ctrl key. For Mac OS: To select two or more photos at a time, click photos while pressing the command key.
Page 28 For Mac OS: Specify the number of copies. 14. Start printing. For Windows: Click Print. For Mac OS: Click Print. When the Print dialog starts, specify your printer name, paper size, etc., then click Print. Note • My Image Garden lets you use images on your computer, such as photos taken with a digital camera, in a number of ways.
Page 29: Printing Photos From A Smartphone/Tablet
Printing Photos from a Smartphone/Tablet This section describes how to print photos with Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY. For details on how to download Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY, see below. Print Easily from a Smartphone or Tablet with Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY 1. Open the rear tray cover (A) and then pull up the paper support (B).
Page 30 5. Close the feed slot cover (E) gently. After closing the feed slot cover, the paper information registration screen for the rear tray is displayed on the LCD. 6. Select the size and type of the loaded paper in the rear tray at Page size and Type, and then select Register.
Page 31 8. Start (Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY) from your smartphone/tablet. 9. Select Photo Print on Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY. The list of photos saved on your smartphone/tablet is displayed. 10. Select a photo. You can also select multiple photos at once.
Page 32: Copying
Copying This section describes how to load originals and copy them to plain paper loaded in the cassette. 1. Pull out the cassette (A) from the printer. 2. Remove the cassette cover (B). 3. Load the paper stack WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING DOWN.
Page 33 4. Align the paper guides (C) with the paper length and width. 5. Mount the cassette cover, and then insert the cassette into the printer. After inserting the cassette into the printer, the paper information registration screen for the cassette is displayed on the touch screen.
Page 34 Be sure to open the operation panel before printing. If the operation panel is close, the printer does not start printing. 8. Press the HOME button (H). 9. Select Copy (I). 10. Select Standard copy. 11. Open the document cover (J). 12.
Page 35 13. Close the document cover. 14. Confirm the paper settings, then press the Black button (L) or Color button (M). Important • Do not open the document cover until copying is complete. Note • Your printer is equipped with many other convenient copy features. Copying...
Page 36: Network
Network Available Connection Methods The following connection methods are available on the printer. • Wireless Connection Connect the printer and devices (e.g. computer/smartphone/tablet) using a wireless router. If you have a wireless router, we recommend you use one for wireless connection. ◦...
Page 37 Changing Wireless LAN Connection Method Changing Connection Mode • To add computer/smartphone/tablet to the printer: Connecting to Another Computer via LAN/Changing from USB to LAN Connection • To use Wireless Direct temporarily: Printing/Scanning with Wireless Direct IJ Network Device Setup Utility IJ Network Device Setup Utility checks or diagnoses the settings of the printer and those of computer and restores the status of them if anything is wrong with network connection.
Page 38: Restrictions
Restrictions When connecting another device while a device (such as a smartphone) is already connected to the printer, connect it using the same connection method as the connected device. If you connect using a different connection method, the connection to the device in use will be disabled. Connect via wireless router •...
Page 39 • In Wireless Direct mode, you can connect up to five devices at the same time. If you try to connect a sixth device while five devices are already connected, an error will appear. If an error appears, disconnect a device that does not use the printer, then configure settings again. •...
Page 40: Network Connection Tips
Network Connection Tips Default Network Settings Another Printer Found with Same Name Connecting to Another Computer via LAN/Changing from USB to LAN Connection Printing Network Settings Changing Wireless LAN Connection Method...
Page 41: Default Network Settings
Enable/disable IPv6 Enable Enable/disable WSD Enable Timeout setting 15 minutes Enable/disable Bonjour Enable Service name Canon TS6100 series LPR protocol setting Enable RAW protocol Enable LLMNR Active PictBridge communication Enable ("XX" represents alphanumeric characters.) * Default value depends on printer. To check value, use operation panel.
Page 42 *1 "ab" is specified at random and "XX" represents last two digits of printer's MAC address. (The value is specified when the printer is turned on for the first time.) *2 The password is specified automatically when the printer is turned on for the first time.
Page 43: Another Printer Found With Same Name
Another Printer Found with Same Name When the printer is found during setup, other printers with the same name may appear on the results screen. Select a printer with checking the printer settings against those on detection result screen. • For Windows: Check the printer's MAC address or serial to select the correct printer from the results.
Page 44: Connecting To Another Computer Via Lan/Changing From Usb To Lan Connection
Connecting to Another Computer via LAN/Changing from USB to LAN Connection For Windows: For Mac OS: For Windows: To add a computer to connect to the printer on a LAN or to change from USB to LAN connection, perform setup using the Setup CD-ROM or from the web page. For Mac OS: To connect an additional computer to the printer via LAN, or to change from USB to LAN connection, perform setup from the web page.
Page 45: Printing Network Settings
Printing Network Settings Use the operation panel to print the printer's current network settings. Important • The network settings printout contains important information about your network. Handle it with care. Make sure printer is turned on. Load three sheets of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper. 3.
Page 46 Result Codes Result codes XXXXXXXX Result Code Details Result code details http://canon.com/ijnwt Wireless LAN Wireless LAN Enable/Disable Infrastructure Infrastructure Enable/Disable 3-2-1 Signal Strength Signal strength 0 to 100 [%] 3-2-2 Link Quality Link quality 0 to 100 [%] 3-2-3 Frequency...
Page 47 3-2-22 Stateless Address3 Stateless address 3 XXXX:XXXX:XXXX:XXXX XXXX:XXXX:XXXX:XXXX 3-2-23 Stateless Prefix Stateless prefix length Length3 3-2-24 Stateless Address4 Stateless address 4 XXXX:XXXX:XXXX:XXXX XXXX:XXXX:XXXX:XXXX 3-2-25 Stateless Prefix Stateless prefix length Length4 3-2-26 Default Gateway1 Default gateway 1 XXXX:XXXX:XXXX:XXXX XXXX:XXXX:XXXX:XXXX 3-2-27 Default Gateway2 Default gateway 2 XXXX:XXXX:XXXX:XXXX XXXX:XXXX:XXXX:XXXX...
Page 48 3-3-13 Link Local Address Link local address XXXX:XXXX:XXXX:XXXX XXXX:XXXX:XXXX:XXXX 3-3-14 Link Local Prefix Link local prefix length XXX Length 3-3-15 IPsec IPsec setting Active 3-3-16 Security Protocol Security method – Other Settings Other settings – Printer Name Printer name Printer name (Up to 15 alphanumeric characters) WSD Printing WSD printing setting Enable/Disable...
Page 49 Bluetooth Bluetooth settings ― Bluetooth Setting Bluetooth Enable/Disable Bluetooth PIN Code Bluetooth PIN code XXXXXXXX Bluetooth Device Ad- Bluetooth device ad- XXXXXXXX dress dress of the printer Peer Device Address Device address of XXXXXXXX paired device Bluetooth Device Bluetooth device XXXXXXXX Name name of the printer...
Page 50: Changing Wireless Lan Connection Method
Changing Wireless LAN Connection Method Follow either procedure below to change wireless LAN connection method (infrastructure or Wireless Direct). • For Windows: ◦ Redo setup using the Setup CD-ROM or from the web page. ◦ Perform settings on the Network Settings screen on IJ Network Device Setup Utility. Important •...
Page 51: Handling Paper, Originals, Ink Tanks, Etc
Handling Paper, Originals, Ink Tanks, etc. Loading Paper Loading Originals Replacing Ink Tanks...
Page 52: Loading Paper
Loading Paper Paper Sources Loading Paper in the Rear Tray Loading Paper in the Cassette Loading Envelopes...
Page 53: Paper Sources
Paper Sources The printer has two paper sources for feeding paper, the rear tray (A) and cassette (B). You can load all supported paper on the rear tray. Supported Media Types You can load A4, B5, A5, or Letter-sized plain paper in the cassette. Note •...
Page 54: Loading Paper In The Rear Tray
For details on the Canon genuine paper, see Supported Media Types. • You can use general copy paper or Canon Red Label Superior WOP111/Canon Océ Office Colour Paper SAT213. For the page size and paper weight you can use for this printer, see Supported Media Types.
Page 55 2. Open the feed slot cover (C). 3. Slide the paper guides to open them, and load the paper in the center of the rear tray WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING UP. 4. Slide the paper guides (D) to align them with both sides of the paper stack. Do not slide the paper guides too hard against the paper.
Page 56 Important • Always load paper in the portrait orientation (E). Loading paper in the landscape orientation (F) can cause paper jams. Note • Do not load sheets of paper higher than the load limit mark (G). 5. Close the feed slot cover (H) gently. Important •...
Page 57 After closing the feed slot cover, the paper information registration screen for the rear tray is displayed on the touch screen. 6. Select the size and type of the loaded paper in the rear tray at Page size and Type, and then select Register.
Page 58 Note • When printing, select the size and type of the loaded paper on the print settings screen of the operation panel or the computer. • There are various types of paper, such as paper with a special surface coating for printing photos at optimal quality and paper suitable for documents.
Page 59: Loading Paper In The Cassette
Note • In the cassette, be sure to load only plain paper. • You can use general copy paper or Canon Red Label Superior WOP111/Canon Océ Office Colour Paper SAT213. For the page size and paper weight you can use for this printer, see Supported Media Types.
Page 60 3. Remove the cassette cover (B). 4. Slide the paper guide (C) in front and (D) on the right to open the guides. 5. Load the paper stack WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING DOWN, and place it in the center of the cassette.
Page 61 If the paper stack is in contact with the protrusion (G), the paper may not be fed properly. 6. Align the paper guide (H) in front with the paper stack. Align the paper guide (H) with where it clicks into place. 7.
Page 62 9. Select the size and type of the loaded paper in the cassette at Page size, then select Register. 10. Open the operation panel (L), pull out the paper output tray (M) and paper output support (N), and open the output tray extension (O). Be sure to open the operation panel before printing.
Page 63 Note • When printing, select the size and type of the loaded paper on the print settings screen of the operation panel or the computer. • To prevent incorrect printing, this printer has a function that detects whether the information set for the paper loaded in the cassette matches the paper settings.
Page 64: Loading Envelopes
Loading Envelopes You can load Envelope DL and Envelope Com 10 on the rear tray. The address is automatically rotated and printed according to the envelope's direction by specifying with the printer driver properly. Important • Printing of envelopes from the operation panel or from a PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device is not supported.
Page 65 2. Open the feed slot cover (C). 3. Slide the paper guides (D) to open them, and load the envelopes in the center of the rear tray WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING UP. Fold flap of the envelope and load the envelope in the portrait orientation with the address side facing up. Up to 10 envelopes can be loaded at once.
Page 66 Note • Do not load envelopes higher than the load limit mark (E). 5. Close the feed slot cover (F) gently. Important • If the feed slot cover is open, paper cannot be fed. Be sure to close the feed slot cover.
Page 67 After closing the feed slot cover, the paper information registration screen for the rear tray is displayed on the touch screen. 6. Select the size and type of the loaded envelopes in the rear tray at Page size and Type, and then select Register.
Page 68: Loading Originals
Loading Originals Loading Originals on the Platen Glass Loading Based on Use Supported Originals How to Detach / Attach the Document Cover...
Page 69: Loading Originals On The Platen Glass
Loading Originals on the Platen Glass 1. Open the document cover. 2. Load the original WITH THE SIDE TO SCAN FACING DOWN on the platen glass. Loading Based on Use Important • Be sure to observe the following when loading the original on the platen glass. •...
Page 70 Important • After loading the original on the platen glass, be sure to close the document cover before starting to copy or scan.
Page 71: Loading Based On Use
Loading Based on Use Load the original in the correct position according to the function to use. If you do not load the original correctly, it may not be scanned properly. Originals Function How to Load Copying Scanning by detecting the type and size of the original automatically If you scan using the operation panel, se- lect Auto scan for Doc.type in Scan.
Page 72 Scanning from Computer (AirPrint) Loading the Original to Be Aligned with the alignment mark Place the original WITH THE SIDE TO SCAN FACING DOWN on the platen glass and align it with the alignment mark . Portions placed on the diagonally striped area cannot be scanned. Important •...
Page 73 Loading Two or More Originals on the platen glass Place the originals WITH THE SIDE TO SCAN FACING DOWN. Allow 0.40 inches (1 cm) or more space between the edges (diagonally striped area) of the platen glass and the originals, and between the originals.
Page 74: Supported Originals
Supported Originals Item Details Types of originals - Text document, magazine, or newspaper - Printed photo, postcard, business card, or disc (BD/DVD/CD, etc.) Size (width x height) Max. 8.5 x 11.7 inches (216 x 297 mm) Note • When loading a thick original such as a book on the platen glass, you can load it by removing the document cover from the printer.
Page 75: How To Detach / Attach The Document Cover
How to Detach / Attach the Document Cover Detaching the document cover: Hold up the document cover vertically and then tip it back. Attaching the document cover: Fit both hinges (A) of the document cover into the holder (B) and insert both hinges of the document cover vertically as illustrated below.
Page 77: Replacing Ink Tanks
Replacing Ink Tanks Replacing Ink Tanks Checking Ink Status on the Touch Screen Ink Tips...
Page 78: Replacing Ink Tanks
Replacing Ink Tanks When remaining ink cautions or errors occur, the message will appear on the touch screen to inform you of the error. In this state, the printer cannot print or scan. Take appropriate action according to the message. An Error Occurs Note •...
Page 79 Important • Do not touch other parts besides the ink tanks. • Handle the ink tank carefully to avoid staining of clothing or the surrounding area. • Discard the empty ink tank according to the local laws and regulations regarding disposal of consumables.
Page 80 6. Lift up the tab on the orange protective cap (E) to remove it off GENTLY. Important • Do not push the sides of the ink tank. If you push the sides of the ink tank with the Y-shape air hole (D) blocked, ink may splash.
Page 81 8. Press on the top of the ink tank until the ink tank snaps firmly into place. Important • You cannot print if the ink tank is installed in the wrong position. Be sure to install the ink tank in the correct position according to the label on the print head holder.
Page 82 An Error Occurs • When you start printing after replacing the ink tank, the printer starts cleaning the print head automatically. Do not perform any other operations until the printer completes the cleaning of the print head. • If the print head is out of alignment, as indicated by misaligned printed ruled lines or similar symptoms, align the print head.
Page 83: Checking Ink Status On The Touch Screen
Checking Ink Status on the Touch Screen 1. Make sure that the power is turned on, and display the HOME screen. If the HOME screen is not displayed, press the HOME button to display it. 2. Select Setup on the HOME screen. Using the Operation Panel The setup menu screen will appear.
Page 84: Ink Tips
Ink may be used for purposes other than printing. When you use the Canon printer for the first time after you install the bundled ink tanks, the printer consumes a small amount of ink in the amount to enable printing by filling the nozzles of the Print Head with ink.
Page 85: Maintenance
Maintenance If Printing Is Faint or Uneven Performing Maintenance Functions from Your Computer (Windows) Performing Maintenance Functions from Your Computer (Mac OS) Cleaning...
Page 86: If Printing Is Faint Or Uneven
If Printing Is Faint or Uneven Maintenance Procedure Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Cleaning the Print Head Deep Print Head Cleaning Aligning the Print Head...
Page 87: Maintenance Procedure
Maintenance Procedure If print results are blurred, colors are not printed correctly, or print results are unsatisfactory (e.g. misaligned printed ruled lines), perform the maintenance procedure below. Important • Do not rinse or wipe the print head and ink tank. This can cause trouble with the print head and ink tank.
Page 88 From the printer Cleaning the Print Head From the computer • For Windows: Cleaning the Print Heads • For Mac OS: Cleaning the Print Heads After cleaning the print head, print and examine the nozzle check pattern: Step1 If the problem is not resolved after performing from step 1 to step 3 twice: Clean the print head deeply.
Page 89: Printing The Nozzle Check Pattern
Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzle. Note • If the remaining ink level is low, the nozzle check pattern will not be printed correctly. Replace the ink tank whose ink is low.
Page 90 The confirmation screen will appear. 7. Select Yes. The nozzle check pattern will be printed and two pattern confirmation screens will appear on the touch screen. Examine the nozzle check pattern.
Page 91: Examining The Nozzle Check Pattern
Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Examine the nozzle check pattern, and clean the print head if necessary. 1. Check if there are missing lines in the pattern C or horizontal white streaks in the pattern D. A: No missing lines/No horizontal white streaks B: Lines are missing/Horizontal white streaks are present 2.
Page 92 The printer starts cleaning the print head. Cleaning the Print Head If the pattern D or any color in the pattern C is not printed: (Example: Magenta pattern is not printed) The cleaning is required. Select Also B, then select Yes on the cleaning confirmation screen. The printer starts cleaning the print head.
Page 93: Cleaning The Print Head
Cleaning the Print Head Clean the print head if lines are missing or if horizontal white streaks are present in the printed nozzle check pattern. Cleaning unclogs the nozzles and restores the print head condition. Cleaning the print head consumes ink, so clean the print head only when necessary. You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper 1.
Page 94 The confirmation screen will appear. 7. Select Yes. The printer starts cleaning the print head. Do not perform any other operations until the printer completes the cleaning of the print head. This takes about 1 minute. The pattern print confirmation screen will appear. 8.
Page 95: Deep Print Head Cleaning
Deep Print Head Cleaning If print quality does not improve by the standard cleaning of the print head, clean the print head deeply. Cleaning the print head deeply consumes more ink than the standard cleaning of the print head, so clean the print head deeply only when necessary.
Page 96 The confirmation screen will appear. 7. Select Yes. The printer starts cleaning the print head deeply. Do not perform any other operations until the printer completes the deep cleaning of the print head. This takes about 1 to 2 minutes. The pattern print confirmation screen will appear.
Page 97: Aligning The Print Head
Aligning the Print Head If printed ruled lines are misaligned or print results are otherwise unsatisfactory, adjust the print head position. Note • If the remaining ink level is low, the print head alignment sheet will not be printed correctly. Replace the ink tank whose ink is low.
Page 98 6. Select Auto head alignment. The confirmation screen will appear. 7. Confirm the message, then select Yes. The print head alignment sheet will be printed. Important • Do not touch any printed part on the print head alignment sheet. If the sheet is stained or wrinkled, it may not be scanned properly.
Page 99 9. Close the document cover gently, then select OK. The printer starts scanning the print head alignment sheet, and the print head position will be adjusted automatically. Important • Do not open the document cover or move the print head alignment sheet on the platen glass until adjusting the print head position is complete.
Page 100: Cleaning
Cleaning Cleaning Exterior Surfaces Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Cleaning Paper Feed Rollers Cleaning Inside the Printer (Bottom Plate Cleaning) Cleaning Cassette Pads...
Page 101: Cleaning Paper Feed Rollers
Cleaning Paper Feed Rollers If the paper feed roller is dirty or paper powder is attached to it, paper may not be fed properly. In this case, clean the paper feed roller. Cleaning will wear out the paper feed roller, so perform this only when necessary.
Page 102 9. Make sure that the paper feed roller has stopped rotating, then follow the message to load the three sheets of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper. 10. Open the operation panel, then pull out the paper output tray. 11. Select OK. The printer starts cleaning.
Page 103: Cleaning Inside The Printer (Bottom Plate Cleaning)
Cleaning Inside the Printer (Bottom Plate Cleaning) Remove stains from the inside of the printer. If the inside of the printer becomes dirty, printed paper may get dirty, so we recommend performing cleaning regularly. You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper* * Be sure to use a new piece of paper.
Page 104 10. Load only this sheet of paper in the cassette with the ridges of the creases facing up and the edge of the half with no crease facing to the far side. 11. Mount the cassette cover, and then insert the cassette into the printer. 12.
Page 105 Note • When performing Bottom Plate Cleaning again, be sure to use a new piece of paper. If the problem is not resolved after performing cleaning again, the protrusions inside the printer may be stained. Wipe off any ink from the protrusions using a cotton swab or the like. Important •...
Page 106: Overview
Overview Safety Safety Precautions Regulatory Information WEEE (EU & EEA) Handling Precautions Canceling Print Jobs Legal Restrictions on Scanning/Copying Printer Handling Precautions Transporting Your Printer When repairing, lending, or disposing of the printer Keeping Print Quality High Main Components and Their Use Main Components Power Supply Using the Operation Panel...
Page 107: Safety
Safety Safety Precautions Regulatory Information WEEE (EU&EEA)
Page 108: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Choosing a location • Do not install the printer in a location that is unstable or subject to excessive vibration. • Do not install the printer in locations that are very humid or dusty, in direct sunlight, outdoors, or close to a heating source.
Page 109: Regulatory Information
20cm between the radiator and persons body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles) and must not be colocated or operated with any other antenna or transmitter. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Park Melville, New York 11747...
Page 110 About Radio Waves Do not use this product near medical equipment or electronic equipment. Radio wave interference can affect the operation or performance of the equipment. Users in Canada This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Page 111 Paper types This product can be used to print on both recycled and virgin paper (certified to an environmental stewardship scheme), which complies with EN12281 or a similar quality standard. In addition it can support printing on media down to a weight of 64g/m , lighter paper means less resources used and a lower environmental footprint for your printing needs.
Page 112: Weee (Eu&Eea)
For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved WEEE scheme or your household waste disposal service. For more information regarding return and recycling of WEEE products, please visit www.canon- europe.com/weee.
Page 113 U kunt ook het schema voor de afvoer van afgedankte elektrische en elektronische apparatuur (AEEA) raadplegen. Ga voor meer informatie over het inzamelen en recyclen van afgedankte elektrische en elektronische apparatuur naar www.canon- europe.com/weee.
Page 114 Si desea más información acerca de la devolución y reciclado de RAEE, visite la web www.canon-europe.com/weee. Només per a la Unió Europea i a l’Espai Econòmic Europeu (Noruega, Islàndia i Liechtenstein) Aquest símbol indica que aquest producte no s’ha de llençar a les escombraries de la llar, d’acord amb la...
Page 115 Yderligere oplysninger om, hvor du kan bortskaffe dit elektronikaffald med henblik på genanvendelse, får du hos de kommunale renovationsmyndigheder. Yderligere oplysninger om returnering og genanvendelse af affald af elektrisk og elektronisk udstyr får du ved at besøge www.canon- europe.com/weee.
Page 116 Du kan få mer informasjon om hvor du kan avhende utrangert utstyr til resirkulering ved å kontakte lokale myndigheter, et godkjent WEEE-program eller husholdningens renovasjonsselskap. Du finner mer informasjon om retur og resirkulering av WEEE-produkter på www.canon-europe.com/weee. Vain Euroopan unionin sekä ETA:n (Norja, Islanti ja Liechtenstein) alueelle.
Page 117 úřad vaší obce, správní orgán vykonávající dozor nad likvidací odpadu, sběrny OEEZ nebo služba pro odvoz komunálního odpadu. Další informace týkající se vracení a recyklace OEEZ naleznete na adrese www.canon-europe.com/weee. Csak az Európai Unió és az EGT (Norvégia, Izland és Liechtenstein) országaiban...
Page 118 WEEE lub skontaktować się z przedsiębiorstwem zajmującym się wywozem odpadów domowych. Więcej informacji o zwracaniu i recyklingu zużytego sprzętu elektrycznego i elektronicznego znajduje się w witrynie www.canon-europe.com/weee. Platí len pre štáty Európskej únie a EHP (Nórsko, Island a Lichtenštajnsko) Tento symbol znamená, že podľa Smernice 2012/19/EÚ...
Page 119 į savo miesto valdžios institucijas, atliekų tvarkymo organizacijas, patvirtintų EEĮ atliekų sistemų arba jūsų buitinių atliekų tvarkymo įstaigų atstovus. Išsamesnės informacijos apie EEĮ atliekų grąžinimo ir perdirbimo tvarką galite rasti apsilankę tinklalapyje www.canon- europe.com/weee. Samo za Evropsko unijo in EGP (Norveška, Islandija in Lihtenštajn)
Page 120 OEEO. Če želite več informacij o vračanju in recikliranju izdelkov v skladu z direktivo OEEO, obiščite www.canon-europe.com/weee. Само за Европейския съюз и ЕИП (Норвегия, Исландия и Лихтенщайн) Този...
Page 121 şi reciclarea produselor DEEE, vizitaţi www.canon-europe.com/ weee. Samo za Europsku uniju i EEZ (Norveška, Island i Lihtenštajn) Ovaj simbol pokazuje da se ovaj proizvod ne smije odlagati s kućnim otpadom sukladno WEEE Direktivi (2012/19/EC) i vašem nacionalnom zakonu. Ovaj proizvod je potrebno predati na posebno mjesto za sakupljanje otpada, npr.
Page 122: Handling Precautions
Handling Precautions Canceling Print Jobs Legal Restrictions on Scanning/Copying Printer Handling Precautions Transporting Your Printer When repairing, lending, or disposing of the printer Keeping Print Quality High...
Page 123: Legal Restrictions On Scanning/Copying
Legal Restrictions on Scanning/Copying Scanning, printing, copying, or modifying copies of the following may be punishable under law. This list is non-exhaustive. When in doubt, check with a local legal representative. • Paper money • Money orders • Certificates of deposit •...
Page 124: Printer Handling Precautions
Printer Handling Precautions Do not place any object on the document cover! Do not place any object on the document cover. It will fall into the rear tray when the document cover is opened and cause the printer to malfunction. Also, place the printer where objects will not fall on it.
Page 125: Transporting Your Printer
Transporting Your Printer When relocating the printer, make sure of the following. Important • Pack the printer in a sturdy box so that it is placed with its bottom facing down, using sufficient protective material to ensure safe transport. • With the print head and ink tank left installed in the printer, press the ON button to turn off the power. This allows the printer to automatically cap the print head, thus preventing it from drying.
Page 126: When Repairing, Lending, Or Disposing Of The Printer
When repairing, lending, or disposing of the printer If you have entered personal data, passwords and/or other security settings on the printer, such information may be stored in the printer. When sending the printer for repair, lending or transferring the printer to another person, or disposing of the printer, please be sure to follow the steps below in order to delete such information and prevent third parties from accessing it.
Page 127: Keeping Print Quality High
Keeping Print Quality High The key to printing with the optimal printing quality is to prevent the print head from drying or clogging. Always observe the following rules for optimal printing quality. Note • Depending on the type of paper, ink may blur if you trace the printed area with a highlight pen or paint- stick, or bleed if water or sweat comes in contact with the printed area.
Page 128: Main Components And Their Use
Main Components and Their Use Main Components Power Supply Using the Operation Panel...
Page 129: Main Components
Main Components Front View Rear View Inside View Operation Panel...
Page 130: Front View
Front View (1) operation panel Use to change the settings of the printer or to operate it. Operation Panel (2) document cover Open to load an original on the platen glass. (3) feed slot cover Prevents anything from falling into the feed slot. Open it to slide the paper guides, and close it before printing.
Page 131 Loading Paper in the Cassette (9) paper guides Align with right/left/front sides of the paper stack. (10) cassette cover Detach to load paper in the cassette. (11) paper output tray Printed paper is ejected. Pull out it before printing. (12) paper output support Extend to support ejected paper.
Page 132: Rear View
Rear View (1) rear cover Detach when removing jammed paper. (2) transport unit cover Open when removing jammed paper. (3) power cord connector Plug in the supplied power cord. (4) USB port Plug in the USB cable to connect the printer with a computer. Important •...
Page 133: Inside View
Inside View (1) scanning unit / cover Scans originals. Also, lift and open it to replace an ink tank or to remove jammed paper inside the printer. (2) print head holder The print head is pre-installed. Note • For details on replacing an ink tank, see Replacing Ink Tanks.
Page 134: Operation Panel
Operation Panel * All lamps on the operation panel are shown lit in the figure below for explanatory purposes. (1) ON button/ON lamp Turns the power on or off. Lights after flashing when the power is turned on. Before turning on the power, make sure that the document cover is closed.
Page 135: Power Supply
Power Supply Confirming that the Power Is On Turning the Printer On and Off Checking the Power Plug/Power Cord Unplugging the Printer...
Page 136: Confirming That The Power Is On
Confirming that the Power Is On The ON lamp is lit when the printer is turned on. Even if the touch screen is off, if the ON lamp is lit, the printer is on. Note • It may take a while for the printer to start printing immediately after you turn on the printer. •...
Page 137: Turning The Printer On And Off
Turning the Printer On and Off Turning on the printer 1. Press the ON button to turn on the printer. The ON lamp flashes and then remains lit. Confirming that the Power Is On Note • It may take a while for the printer to start printing immediately after you turn on the printer. •...
Page 138 Important • When you unplug the power cord after turning off the printer, be sure to confirm that the ON lamp is off. Note • You can set the printer to automatically turn off when no operations are performed or no print jobs are sent to the printer for a certain interval.
Page 139: Checking The Power Plug/Power Cord
Checking the Power Plug/Power Cord Unplug the power cord once a month to confirm that the power plug/power cord does not have anything unusual described below. • The power plug/power cord is hot. • The power plug/power cord is rusty. •...
Page 140: Unplugging The Printer
Unplugging the Printer To unplug the power cord, follow the procedure below. Important • When you unplug the power cord, press the ON button, then confirm that the ON lamp is off. Unplugging the power cord while the ON lamp is lit or flashing may cause drying or clogging of the print head and print quality may be reduced.
Page 141: Using The Operation Panel
Using the Operation Panel The operation panel consists of the touch screen (A) and buttons (B). Touch the HOME screen on the touch screen with your finger tip to select menus for copying, scanning, and other functions. Operations on the Home Screen A: touch screen Basic Operation of the touch screen B: Buttons on the operation panel...
Page 142 Touch Touch lightly with your finger tip. To move forward (or go back) menus or photos continuously, keep touching the forward (or back) mark. Flick Flick your finger on the screen up, down, left, or right. Use to switch menus or move forward or backward through photos. Drag While lightly touching the screen, move your finger up, down, left, or right.
Page 143 Operations on the Home Screen Display the menu screen or the settings screen from the Home screen. C. Basic menu Select to copy or scan using the operation panel. After selecting a basic menu, the particular menus are displayed. D. Network status Displays the current network status.
Page 144 (Signal strength: 50 % or less): The problem such as the printer cannot print may occur. Place the printer near the wireless router. Wireless LAN is enabled but the printer is not connected to the wireless router. Wireless Direct is enabled. Wireless LAN is disabled.
Page 145: Changing Settings
Changing Settings Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer (Windows) Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer (Mac OS) Changing Settings from Operation Panel...
Page 146: Changing Printer Settings From Your Computer (Windows)
Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer (Windows) Changing the Print Options Registering a Frequently Used Printing Profile Setting the Ink Tank to be Used Managing the Printer Power Changing the Printer Operation Mode...
Page 147: Changing The Print Options
Changing the Print Options You can change the detailed printer driver settings for print data that is sent from an application software. Check this check box if part of the image data is cut off, the paper source during printing differs from the driver settings, or printing fails.
Page 148 The Page Setup tab is displayed again.
Page 149: Registering A Frequently Used Printing Profile
Registering a Frequently Used Printing Profile You can register the frequently used printing profile to Commonly Used Settings on the Quick Setup tab. Unnecessary printing profiles can be deleted at any time. Registering a Printing Profile 1. Open the printer driver setup window 2.
Page 150 Quick Setup tab. The name and icon are displayed in Commonly Used Settings. Important • To save the page size, orientation, and number of copies that was set in each sheet, click Options..., and check each item. Note • When you re-install the printer driver or upgrade the printer driver version, the print settings that are already registered will be deleted from Commonly Used Settings.
Page 151: Setting The Ink Tank To Be Used
Setting the Ink Tank to be Used This feature enables you to specify the most appropriate ink tank among installed ink tanks according to an intended use. 1. Open the printer driver setup window 2. Click Print Options... on the Page Setup tab The Print Options dialog box appears.
Page 152: Managing The Printer Power
Managing the Printer Power This function allows you to manage the printer power from the Canon IJ Printer Assistant Tool. Power Off The Power Off function turns off the printer. When you use this function, you will not be able to turn the printer on from the Canon IJ Printer Assistant Tool.
Page 153 Note • When the printer is turned off, the Canon IJ Status Monitor message varies depending on the Auto Power On setting. When the setting is Enable, "Printer is standing by" is displayed. When the setting is Disable,...
Page 154: Changing The Printer Operation Mode
Check this check box to prevent paper abrasion. Align heads manually Usually, the Print Head Alignment function in the Canon IJ Printer Assistant Tool is set to automatic head alignment, but you can change it to manual head alignment. If the printing results of automatic print head alignment are not satisfactory, perform manual head alignment.
Page 155 Ink Drying Wait Time You can set the length of the printer rest time until printing of the next page begins. Moving the slider to the right increases the pause time, and moving the slider to the left decreases the time. If the paper gets stained because the next page is ejected before the ink on the printed page dries, increase the ink drying wait time.
Page 156: Changing Settings From Operation Panel
Changing Settings from Operation Panel Changing Settings from Operation Panel Setting Items on Operation Panel Print settings LAN settings Device user settings PictBridge print settings Language selection Firmware update Feed settings Reset setting Web service setup System information ECO settings Quiet setting...
Page 157: Changing Settings From Operation Panel
Changing Settings from Operation Panel This section describes the procedure to change the settings in the Device settings screen, taking the steps to specify Extended copy amount as an example. Make sure printer is turned on. 2. Select Setup on the HOME screen. Using the Operation Panel 3.
Page 158 For more on setting items on the operation panel: Setting Items on Operation Panel...
Page 159: Setting Items On Operation Panel
Setting Items on Operation Panel Items for Printer Device user settings Web service setup Language selection ECO settings Quiet setting Items for Paper/Printing Print settings Feed settings PictBridge print settings Items for Maintenance/Management System information Firmware update LAN settings Reset setting...
Page 160: Print Settings
Print settings • Prevent paper abrasion Use this setting only if the print surface becomes smudged. Important • Be sure to set this back to OFF after printing since it may result in lower printing speed or lower print quality. •...
Page 161: Lan Settings
LAN settings Wireless LAN Wireless Direct Common settings Wireless LAN • WLAN active/inactive Enables/disables wireless LAN. • Wireless LAN setup Selects the setup method for wireless LAN connection. ◦ Easy wireless connect Select if you specify the settings of the access point information to the printer directly from a device (e.g.
Page 162 Items Setting SSID XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX (up to 32 characters) Wireless LAN security Inactive/WEP(64bit)/WEP(128bit)/WPA-PSK(TKIP)/WPA-PSK(AES)/ WPA2-PSK(TKIP)/WPA2-PSK(AES) Signal strength (%) IPv4 address XXX. XXX. XXX. XXX (12 characters) IPv4 subnet mask XXX. XXX. XXX. XXX (12 characters) IPv4 default gateway XXX. XXX. XXX. XXX (12 characters) IPv6 address XXXX: XXXX: XXXX: XXXX: XXXX: XXXX: XXXX: XXXX (32 characters)
Page 163 • Wireless Direct setting list The list of Wireless Direct settings of this printer is displayed on the touch screen. Select Print details and then Yes to print the list. Printing Network Settings Important • The network settings printout contains important information about your network. Handle it with care.
Page 164 Specifies the printer name. You can use up to 15 characters for the name. Note • You cannot use the same printer name as that already used for other LAN connected devices. • You cannot use a hyphen for the initial or last character of the printer name. •...
Page 165 • RAW protocol Enables/disables RAW printing. • LLMNR Enables/disables LLMNR (Link-Local Multicast Name Resolution). Selecting Active allows the printer to detect printer's IP address from the printer name without a DNS server. • PictBridge communication Setting items for printing from a PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device. ◦...
Page 166: Device User Settings
• Device info sending settings Selects whether you will send the printer usage information to Canon server. The information sent to Canon will be utilized to develop better products. Select Agree to send the printer usage information to Canon server.
Page 167 Displays the list of paired Bluetooth compatible devices. To delete the paired Bluetooth compatible device, select a Bluetooth compatible device from the list. ◦ Check/change PIN code Allows you to check the PIN code and change it. Important • When you change the PIN code, pairing with all Bluetooth compatible devices is canceled. ◦...
Page 168: Language Selection
Language selection Changes the language for the messages and menus on the touch screen.
Page 169: Firmware Update
Firmware update You can update the firmware of the printer, check the firmware version, or perform settings of a notification screen, a DNS server and a proxy server. Note • Only Check current version is available when Inactive is selected for WLAN active/inactive of Wireless LAN in LAN settings.
Page 170: Feed Settings
Feed settings By registering the paper size and the media type loaded on the rear tray or in the cassette, you can prevent the printer from misprinting by displaying the message before printing starts when the paper size or the media type of the loaded paper differs from the print settings.
Page 171: Reset Setting
Reset setting You can set the settings back to the default. • Web service setup only Sets the Web service settings back to the default. • LAN settings only Sets the LAN settings back to the default. • Settings only Sets the settings such as the paper size or media type back to the default.
Page 172: Web Service Setup
◦ IJ Cloud Printing Center setup Registers/Deletes the printer to/from Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center. ◦ Check Web service setup Make sure whether the printer is registered to Google Cloud Print or Canon Inkjet Cloud Printing Center. • DNS server setup Performs settings for a DNS server.
Page 173: System Information
System information To display this menu, select System information on Setup. • Current version Displays the current firmware version. • Printer name Displays the printer name currently specified. • Serial number Displays the printer serial number. • MAC address of wireless LAN Displays the MAC address for wireless LAN.
Page 174: Eco Settings
ECO settings This setting allows you to use automatic duplex printing as a default to save paper and to turn on/off the printer automatically to save electricity. Using Duplex Printing Using Power Saving Function Using Duplex Printing Follow the procedure below to use duplex printing. Make sure printer is turned on.
Page 175 Using Power Saving Function Follow the procedure below to use power saving function. Make sure printer is turned on. 2. Select Setup on the HOME screen. Using the Operation Panel 3. Select Settings. 4. Select ECO. 5. Select Energy saving settings. 6.
Page 176: Quiet Setting
Quiet setting Enables this function on the printer if you want to reduce the operating noise, such as when printing at night. Follow the procedure below to perform setting. Make sure printer is turned on. 2. Select Setup on the HOME screen. Using the Operation Panel 3.
Page 177: Specifications
Specifications General Specifications Printing resolution (dpi) 4800* (horizontal) x 1200 (vertical) * Ink droplets can be placed with a pitch of 1/4800 inch at minimum. Interface USB Port: Hi-Speed USB *1 LAN Port: Wireless LAN: IEEE802.11n / IEEE802.11g / IEEE802.11b *2 *1 A computer that complies with Hi-Speed USB standard is required.
Page 178 • Letter: 0.26 inches (6.4 mm) • Other sizes: 0.14 inches (3.4 mm) -Right margin: • Letter: 0.25 inches (6.3 mm) • Other sizes: 0.14 inches (3.4 mm) Operating environment Temperature: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C) Humidity: 10 to 90 % RH (no condensation) * The performance of the printer may be reduced under certain temperature and humidity conditions.
Page 179 Scan Specifications Scanner driver Windows: TWAIN 1.9 Specification, WIA Maximum scanning size A4/Letter, 8.5" x 11.7"/216 x 297 mm Scanning resolution Optical resolution (horizontal x vertical) max: 1200 x 2400 dpi *1 Interpolated resolution max: 19200 x 19200 dpi *2 *1 Optical Resolution represents the maximum sampling rate based on ISO 14473.
Page 180 XGA 1024 x 768 Other Supported OS iOS, Android, Windows 10 Mobile Some functions may not be available with the supported OS. Refer to the Canon web site for details. Mobile Printing Capability Apple AirPrint Google Cloud Print PIXMA Cloud Link •...
Page 181: Information About Paper
Information about Paper Supported Media Types Paper Load Limit Unsupported Media Types Handling Paper Print Area...
Page 182: Supported Media Types
• For details on page sizes and media types, access the Canon website. • Genuine Canon paper is not available in some countries or regions. Note that in the United States, Canon paper is not sold by model number. Instead, purchase paper by name.
Page 183 - Maximum size: 8.50 x 11.69 inches (215.9 x 297.0 mm) Paper Weight You can use paper in the following weight range. • 17 to 28 lb (64 to 105 g /m ) (plain paper other than genuine Canon paper)
Page 184: Paper Load Limit
Rear Tray Cassette Tray Canon Red Label Superior <WOP111> Approx. 100 sheets Approx. 100 sheets Approx. 50 sheets Canon Océ Office Colour Paper <SAT213> Approx. 80 sheets Approx. 80 sheets Approx. 50 sheets High Resolution Paper <HR-101N>*1 Approx. 80 sheets Approx.
Page 185 Paper other than Genuine Canon Paper Paper Output Common Name Rear Tray Cassette Tray Plain Paper (including recycled paper)*1 Approx. 100 sheets (10 Approx. 100 sheets Approx. 50 sheets: Legal) sheets (10 sheets: Legal) Envelopes 10 envelopes T-Shirt Transfers 1 sheet : A4...
Page 186: Unsupported Media Types
• Paper that is too thin (weighing less than 17 lb (64 g /m • Paper that is too thick (plain paper weighing more than 28 lb (105 g /m ), except for Canon genuine paper) • Paper thinner than a postcard, including plain paper or notepad paper cut to a small size (when printing on paper smaller than A5) •...
Page 187: Handling Paper
Handling Paper • Be careful not to rub or scratch the surfaces of any types of paper when handling. • Hold the paper as closely as possible to its edges and try not to touch the printing surface. The print quality may be degraded if the printing surface is smudged with sweat or oil that comes from your hands.
Page 188: Printing
Printing Printing from Computer Printing from Smartphone/Tablet Printing from Digital Camera Printing Using Operation Panel Paper Settings...
Page 189: Printing From Computer
Printing from Computer Printing from Application Software (Windows Printer Driver) Printing from Application Software (AirPrint) Printing Using Canon Application Software Printing Using a Web Service...
Page 190: Printing From Application Software (Windows Printer Driver)
Printing from Application Software (Windows Printer Driver) Basic Printing Setup Basic Various Printing Methods Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data Overview of the Printer Driver Printer Driver Description Updating the MP Drivers...
Page 191: Basic Printing Setup
Basic Printing Setup This section describes settings on the Quick Setup tab used for basic printing. Basic Printing Setup Check that printer power is on Load paper in printer 3. Open printer driver's setup screen 4. Select frequently used settings On the Quick Setup tab, use Commonly Used Settings to select from predefined print settings.
Page 192 Important • The print quality selections will differ depending on which print setting you select. 6. Select paper source For Paper Source, select Automatically Select, Rear Tray, or Cassette, whichever matches your purpose. Important • The paper source settings that can be selected may differ depending on the paper type and size.
Page 193 7. Click OK The printer will now print using these settings. Important • When you select Always Print with Current Settings, the settings on the Quick Setup, Main, and Page Setup tabs are saved, and those settings are used in subsequent printings. •...
Page 194 From Paper Source, check the setting or select a new paper source. The current printer settings appear in Media Type and Page Size. 4. Apply settings To apply the printer settings to the printer driver, click Set. Note • If the Type on the printer is set to Ink Jet Hagaki, Hagaki K, or Hagaki, or if the Page size on the printer is set to 2L/5"x7"(13x18), click Set to display the dialog box.
Page 195: Paper Settings On The Printer Driver And The Printer (Media Type)
Canon Red Label Superior <WOP111> Plain Paper Plain paper Canon Océ Office Colour Paper <SAT213> Plain Paper Plain paper Canon genuine papers (Photo Printing) Paper information registered Media name <Model No.> Media Type in the printer driver on the printer Photo Paper Plus Glossy II <PP-201/PP-301>...
Page 196: Paper Settings On The Printer Driver And The Printer (Paper Size)
Paper Settings on the Printer Driver and the Printer (Paper Size) When you use this printer, selecting a paper size that matches the print purpose will help you achieve the best print results. You can use the following paper sizes on this printer. Printer Paper Size in the printer driver Cassette paper information registered on the printer Letter 8.5"x11"...
Page 197: Various Printing Methods
Various Printing Methods Setting a Page Size and Orientation Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Execute Borderless Printing Scaled Printing Page Layout Printing Tiling/Poster Printing Duplex Printing Setting Up Envelope Printing Printing on Postcards...
Page 198: Setting A Page Size And Orientation
Setting a Page Size and Orientation The paper size and orientation are essentially determined by the application software. When the page size and orientation set for Page Size and Orientation on the Page Setup tab are same as those set with the application software, you do not need to select them on the Page Setup tab.
Page 199: Setting The Number Of Copies And Printing Order
Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order You can also set the number of copies on the Quick Setup tab. 1. Open the printer driver setup window 2. Specify the number of copies to be printed For Copies on the Page Setup tab, specify the number of copies to be printed. 3.
Page 200 • Print from Last Page: /Collate: • Print from Last Page: /Collate: 4. Click OK When you execute print, the specified number of copies will be printed with the specified printing order. Important • When the application software that you used to create the document has the same function, specify the settings on the printer driver.
Page 201: Execute Borderless Printing
Execute Borderless Printing The borderless printing function allows you to print data without any margin by enlarging the data so that it extends slightly off the paper. In standard printing, margins are created around the document area. However, in borderless printing function, these margins are not created. When you want to print data such as a photo without providing any margin around it, set borderless printing.
Page 202 Check the Page Size list. When you want to change it, select another page size from the list. The list displays only sizes that can be used for borderless printing. 4. Adjust the amount of extension from the paper If necessary, adjust the amount of extension using the Amount of Extension slider. Moving the slider to the right increases the amount extending off the paper, and moving the slider to the left decreases the amount.
Page 203 Important • When the amount of extension is decreased, an unexpected margin may be produced on the print, depending on the size of the paper. Note • When the Amount of Extension slider is set to the leftmost position, image data will be printed in the full size.
Page 204: Scaled Printing
Scaled Printing 1. Open the printer driver setup window 2. Set scaled printing Select Scaled from the Page Layout list on the Page Setup tab. 3. Select the paper size of the document Using Page Size, select the page size that is set with your application software. 4.
Page 205 • Specify a scaling factor Directly type in a value into the Scaling box. The current settings are displayed in the settings preview on the left side of the printer driver. 5. Click OK When you execute print, the document will be printed with the specified scale. Important •...
Page 206 Note • Selecting Scaled changes the printable area of the document.
Page 207: Page Layout Printing
Page Layout Printing The page layout printing function allows you to print more than one page image on a single sheet of paper. 1. Open the printer driver setup window 2. Set page layout printing Select Page Layout from the Page Layout list on the Page Setup tab. The current settings are displayed in the settings preview on the left side of the printer driver.
Page 208 Page Layout To change the number of pages to be printed on a single sheet of paper, select the number of pages from the list. Page Order To change the page arrangement order, select a placement method from the list. Page Border To print a page border around each document page, check this check box.
Page 209: Tiling/Poster Printing
Tiling/Poster Printing The tiling/poster printing function allows you to enlarge image data, divide it into several pages, and print these pages on separate sheets of paper. You can also paste the pages together to create a large print like a poster. Setting Tiling/Poster Printing 1.
Page 210 If necessary, click Specify..., specify the following settings in the Tiling/Poster Printing dialog box, and then click OK. Image Divisions Select the number of divisions (vertical x horizontal). As the number of divisions increases, the number of sheets used for printing increases. If you are pasting pages together to create a poster, increasing the number of divisions allows you to create a larger poster.
Page 211 Note • Click the deleted pages to display them again. • Right-click the settings preview to select Print all pages or Delete all pages. 2. Complete the setup After completing the page selection, click OK. When you execute print, only specified pages will be printed. Important •...
Page 212: Duplex Printing
Duplex Printing You can also set duplex printing in Additional Features on the Quick Setup tab. Performing Automatic Duplex Printing You can perform the duplex printing without having to turn over the paper. 1. Open the printer driver setup window 2.
Page 213 Use normal-size printing Print without reducing the page. Use reduced printing Reduce the page slightly during printing. 5. Specify the side to be stapled The best Stapling Side is selected automatically from the Orientation and Page Layout settings. To change the setting, select another stapling side from the list. 6.
Page 214 3. Select the layout Select Normal-size, Fit-to-Page, Scaled, or Page Layout from the Page Layout list. 4. Specify the side to be stapled The best Stapling Side is selected automatically from the Orientation and Page Layout settings. To change the setting, select another stapling side from the list. 5.
Page 215 • After printing the front page, there is an ink drying wait time before starting to print the back page (Operation stops temporarily). Do not touch the paper during this time. You can change the ink drying wait time at Custom Settings in the Canon IJ Printer Assistant Tool. Related Topic...
Page 216: Setting Up Envelope Printing
• If Envelope Com 10, Envelope DL, Yougata 4 4.13"x9.25", or Yougata 6 3.86"x7.48" is selected for Printer Paper Size, the printer rotates the paper 90 degrees to the left to print, regardless of the Rotate 90 degrees left when orientation is [Landscape] setting for Custom Settings in the Canon IJ Printer Assistant Tool.
Page 217 6. Select the print quality Select High or Standard that matches your purpose for Print Quality. 7. Click OK When you execute print, the information is printed on the envelope. Note • If the paper settings in the printer driver differ from the paper information registered on the printer, an error may occur.
Page 218: Printing On Postcards
Printing on Postcards Load postcard on the printer 2. Open the printer driver setup window 3. Select commonly used settings Display the Quick Setup tab, and for Commonly Used Settings, select Standard. 4. Select the media type For Media Type, select Ink Jet Hagaki (A), Ink Jet Hagaki, Hagaki K (A), Hagaki K, Hagaki (A), or Hagaki.
Page 219 To display guide messages again, open the Maintenance tab and click View Printer Status to start the Canon IJ Status Monitor. On the Option menu, choose Display Guide Message and click Hagaki Printing to enable the setting.
Page 220: Overview Of The Printer Driver
Overview of the Printer Driver Canon IJ Printer Driver Opening Printer Driver's Setup Screen Canon IJ Status Monitor Checking Ink Status from Your Computer Instructions for Use (Printer Driver)
Page 221: Canon Ij Printer Driver
Canon IJ Printer Driver The Canon IJ printer driver (simply called printer driver below) is software that you install onto your computer so that it can communicate with the printer. The printer driver converts the print data created by your application software into data that your printer can understand, and sends the converted data to the printer.
Page 222: Opening Printer Driver's Setup Screen
Opening Printer Driver's Setup Screen You can display the printer driver's setup screen from your application software or by clicking the printer icon. Displaying the Printer Driver's Setup Screen from Your Application Software Perform this procedure to set up the print settings during printing. 1.
Page 223: Canon Ij Status Monitor
Canon IJ Status Monitor The Canon IJ Status Monitor is an application software that shows the status of the printer and the progress of printing. You will know the status of the printer with graphics, icons, and messages. Launching the Canon IJ Status Monitor The Canon IJ Status Monitor launches automatically when print data is sent to the printer.
Page 224 In such cases, take the appropriate action as described.
Page 225: Checking Ink Status From Your Computer
On the Maintenance tab, click View Printer Status. 3. Display Estimated ink levels Ink status is displayed as an illustration. Note • The information displayed on the Canon IJ Status Monitor may differ depending on the country or region where you are using your printer.
Page 226: Instructions For Use (Printer Driver)
Instructions for Use (Printer Driver) This printer driver is subject to the following restrictions. Keep the following points in mind when using the printer driver. Restrictions on the Printer Driver • Depending on the document type to be printed, the paper feed method specified in the printer driver may not operate correctly.
Page 227 ◦ When Page Size in Word is set to "XXX Enlarge/Reduce", the document may not print normally in certain versions of Word. If this happens, follow the procedure below. 1. Open Word's Print dialog box. 2. Open the printer driver setup window, and on the Page Setup tab, set Page Size to the same paper size that you specified in Word.
Page 228: Printer Driver Description
Printer Driver Description Quick Setup tab Description Main tab Description Page Setup tab Description Maintenance tab Description Canon IJ Status Monitor Description...
Page 229: Quick Setup Tab Description
Quick Setup tab Description The Quick Setup tab is for registering commonly used print settings. When you select a registered setting, the printer automatically switches to the preset items. Commonly Used Settings The names and icons of frequently used printing profiles are registered. When you select a printing profile according to the purpose of the document, settings that match the purpose are applied.
Page 230 Check this check box to display a preview before printing. Uncheck this check box if you do not want to display a preview. Important • To use the Canon IJ XPS Preview, you must have Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5.2 or later installed on your computer. Additional Features Displays the frequently used, convenient functions for the printing profile that you selected for Commonly Used Settings on the Quick Setup tab.
Page 231 Important • Depending on the printing profiles, certain function may be grayed out and you will not be able to change them. 2-on-1 Printing Prints two pages of the document, side by side, on one sheet of paper. To change the page sequence, click the Page Setup tab, select Page Layout for Page Layout, and click Specify..
Page 232 Prints the document by rotating it 90 degrees relative to the paper feed direction. You can change the rotation direction by going to the Canon IJ Printer Assistant Tool, opening the Custom Settings dialog box, and then using Rotate 90 degrees left when orientation is [Landscape] check box.
Page 233 Important • When the application software that you used to create the document has the same function, specify the settings on the printer driver. However, if the print results are not acceptable, specify the function settings on the application software. Always Print with Current Settings Prints documents with the current settings starting from the next print execution.
Page 234 Save the paper size setting Saves the paper size to the printing profile in Commonly Used Settings. To apply the saved paper size when the printing profile is selected, check this check box. If this check box is unchecked, the paper size is not saved, and consequently the paper size setting is not applied when the printing profile is selected.
Page 235 Setting the Number of Copies and Printing Order Execute Borderless Printing Duplex Printing Setting Up Envelope Printing Printing on Postcards Switching the Paper Source to Match the Purpose Displaying the Print Results before Printing Setting Paper Dimensions (Custom Size) Printing a Color Document in Monochrome Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Color Balance Adjusting Color Balance Using Sample Patterns (Printer Driver)
Page 236: Main Tab Description
Main tab Description The Main tab allows you to create a basic print setup in accordance with the media type. Unless special printing is required, normal printing can be performed just by setting the items on this tab. Settings Preview The paper illustration shows how the original will be laid out on a sheet of paper.
Page 237 Print Quality Selects your desired printing quality. Select one of the following to set the print quality level that is appropriate for the purpose. Important • Depending on the Media Type settings, the same print results may be produced even if the Print Quality is changed.
Page 238 Important • To use the Canon IJ XPS Preview, you must have Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5.2 or later installed on your computer. Defaults Restores all the settings you have changed to their default values. Clicking this button restores all the settings on the current screen to their default values (factory settings).
Page 239 Important • When Grayscale Printing is checked on the Main tab, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow appear grayed out and are unavailable. Brightness Selects the brightness of your print. You cannot change the levels of pure white and black. However, the brightness of the colors between white and black can be changed.
Page 240 Important • When Grayscale Printing is checked on the Main tab, Color Correction appears grayed out and is unavailable. Driver Matching With Canon Digital Photo Color, you can print sRGB data with color tints that most people prefer.
Page 241 ICM (ICC Profile Matching) Adjusts the colors by using an ICC profile when printing. Specify the rendering intent to be used. Important • If the application software is set so that ICM is disabled, ICM (ICC Profile Matching) is unavailable for Color Correction and the printer may not be able to print the image data properly.
Page 242 Specifying Color Correction Adjusting Colors with the Printer Driver Printing with ICC Profiles Printing a Color Document in Monochrome Displaying the Print Results before Printing...
Page 243: Page Setup Tab Description
Prints the document by rotating it 90 degrees relative to the paper feed direction. You can change the rotation direction by going to the Canon IJ Printer Assistant Tool, opening the Custom Settings dialog box, and then using Rotate 90 degrees left when orientation is...
Page 244 To rotate the document 90 degrees to the left when printing, select the Rotate 90 degrees left when orientation is [Landscape] check box. Rotate 180 degrees Prints the document by rotating it 180 degrees against the paper feed direction. The width of print area and the amount of extension that are configured in other application software will be reversed vertically and horizontally.
Page 245 Page Layout Multiple pages of document can be printed on one sheet of paper. Specify... Opens the Page Layout Printing dialog box. Click this button to set details on page layout printing. Tiling/Poster This function enables you to enlarge the image data and divide the enlarged data into several pages to be printed.
Page 246 Important • If the application used to create your document has a similar function, specify the number of copies with the application without specifying it here. Print from Last Page Check this check box when you want to print from the last page in order. If you do this, you do not need to sort the pages into their correct order after printing.
Page 247 Page Layout Printing dialog box This dialog box allows you to select the number of document pages to be placed on one sheet of paper, the page order, and whether a page border line is to be printed around each document page. The settings specified in this dialog box can be confirmed in the settings preview on the printer driver.
Page 248 Note • If some of the pages have not been printed well, specify the pages that do not need to be printed by clicking them in the settings preview of the Page Setup tab. Only the pages shown on the screen will be printed this time.
Page 249 • When this function is enabled, normally the paper feeding method cannot be changed from the Canon IJ Preview. However, if you are using the XPS printer driver, you will be able to change the paper feeding method from the Canon IJ XPS Preview.
Page 250 Ungroup Papers Sets the display method of Media Type, Page Size, and Printer Paper Size. To display the items separately, select the check box. To display the items as a group, clear the check box. Do not allow application software to compress print data Compression of the application software print data is prohibited.
Page 251 Important • A large amount of memory may be used for certain settings. Do not change the setting if your computer has a small amount of memory. Note • Unit of Print Data Processing tab cannot be used with the XPS printer driver. Print With Specify the ink tank to be used from the installed ink tanks.
Page 252 Print semitransparent stamp Sets how the stamp is to be printed over the document. Check the Stamp check box to enable this. Check this check box to print a semi-transparent stamp over the printed document page. Uncheck this check box to print the stamp over the document data. The printed data may be hidden behind the stamp.
Page 253 Important • Stamp Text appears grayed out and is unavailable if Date/Time/User Name is selected. TrueType Font Selects the font for the stamp text string. Style Selects the font style for the stamp text string. Size Selects the font size for the stamp text string. Outline Selects a frame that encloses the stamp text string.
Page 254 Orientation Specifies the angle of rotation for the stamp. The angle can be set by entering the number of degrees. Negative values rotate the stamp clockwise. Note • Orientation is enabled only when Text or Date/Time/User Name is selected for Stamp Type on the Stamp tab.
Page 255 Intensity Adjusts the intensity of the bitmap to be used as a background. Moving the slider to the right increases the intensity, and moving the slider to the left decreases the intensity. To print the background at the original bitmap intensity, move the slider to the rightmost position.
Page 256: Maintenance Tab Description
Maintenance tab Description The Maintenance tab allows you to start the Canon IJ Printer Assistant Tool or check the status of the printer. Maintenance and Preferences Canon IJ Printer Assistant Tool is started. You can perform printer maintenance or change the settings of the printer.
Page 257 About dialog box When you click About, the About dialog box is displayed. This dialog box displays the version, copyright, and module list of the printer driver. You can select the language to be used and switch the language displayed in the setup window. Modules Lists the printer driver modules.
Page 258: Canon Ij Status Monitor Description
Overview of the Canon IJ Status Monitor The Canon IJ Status Monitor uses images and messages to display the printer status and the ink status. During printing, you can check information about the document being printed and the print progress.
Page 259 Ink Model Number You can look up the correct ink tank for your printer. Option Menu If a printer message appears, select Enable Status Monitor to start the Canon IJ Status Monitor. Select Enable Status Monitor to use the following commands: Always Display Current Job Displays the Canon IJ Status Monitor whenever a document is being printed.
Page 260 Display Warning Automatically When a Low Ink Warning Occurs Starts the Canon IJ Status Monitor window automatically and displays it in front of the other windows when a low ink warning occurs. Start when Windows is Started Automatically starts the Canon IJ Status Monitor when Windows is started.
Page 261: Installing The Mp Drivers
Installing the MP Drivers You can access our web site through the Internet and download the latest MP Drivers and XPS printer driver for your model. 1. Turn off the printer 2. Start the installer Double-click the icon of the downloaded file. The installation program starts.
Page 262: Printing From Smartphone/Tablet
Printing from Smartphone/Tablet Printing from iPhone/iPad/iPod touch (iOS) Printing from Smartphone/Tablet (Android) Printing from Windows 10 Mobile Device Printing/Scanning with Wireless Direct...
Page 263: Printing/Scanning With Wireless Direct
Printing/Scanning with Wireless Direct You can connect devices (e.g. smartphone, or tablet) to the printer by two methods below. • Wireless connection (connecting devices via a wireless router) • Direct wireless connection (connecting devices using Wireless Direct) This section describes Wireless Direct, which allows you to print or scan by connecting the devices to the printer directly.
Page 264 7. Select Wireless Direct active/inactive. 8. Select ON. The confirmation screen asking if you display the password information appears. 9. Select Yes or No. The list of Wireless Direct settings is displayed. The device detects the printer by the identifier (SSID). Note •...
Page 265 • For more on printing or scanning from a device via wireless LAN, refer to the device's or application's instruction manual. • You can print/scan from your smartphone or tablet by installing Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY. Download it from App Store and Google Play.
Page 266 4. Select Device settings. 5. Select LAN settings. 6. Select Wireless Direct. 7. Select a setting item. • To change the identifier (SSID) for Wireless Direct Select A to display the setting screen of the identifier (SSID). The identifier (SSID) is the printer's name (device name) displayed on a Wi-Fi Direct compatible device.
Page 267 • To change the confirmation screen setting when a Wi-Fi Direct compatible device is connecting to the printer Select C to display the confirmation screen. If you want the printer to display the screen to inform you a Wi-Fi direct compatible device is connecting to the printer, select Yes. Important •...
Page 268: Printing Using Operation Panel
Printing Using Operation Panel Printing Templates Such as Lined or Graph Paper...
Page 269: Printing Templates Such As Lined Or Graph Paper
Printing Templates Such as Lined or Graph Paper You can print a template form such as lined paper, graph paper, or checklist, etc. on A4, B5, or Letter-sized plain paper. Printable template forms Printing template forms Printable template forms The following templates are available: •...
Page 270 • Staff paper You can print staff paper with 10 or 12 staves. Setting on the touch screen: ◦ Staff paper 1 (10 staves) ◦ Staff paper 2 (12 staves) • Handwriting paper You can print handwriting paper. Setting on the touch screen: Handwriting paper (3 lines) •...
Page 271 4. Select Templates. 5. Select template you want to print. Printable template forms 6. Specify settings as necessary. • Copies Specify the number of copies. • Page size Select the page size depending on the loaded paper. Note • Depending on the form, some setting of page size cannot be specified. If it is selected, and Error details are displayed on the touch screen.
Page 272 • Notebook paper 3 (6 mm) • Graph paper 1 (5 mm grid) • Graph paper 2 (3 mm grid) • Handwriting paper (3 lines) Press the Black button for printing following forms. • Checklist • Staff paper 1 (10 staves) •...
Page 273: Paper Settings
Paper Settings By registering the paper size and the media type loaded on the rear tray or in the cassette, you can prevent the printer from misprinting by displaying the message before printing starts when the paper size or the media type of the loaded paper differs from the print settings.
Page 274 • When you insert the cassette: The screen to register the cassette paper information is displayed. Register the paper size and the media type according to the loaded paper. * You can load only plain paper in the cassette. Important •...
Page 275 When you start printing or copying, a message is displayed. Selecting OK on the touch screen displays the paper setting specified for printing or copying under the message. Check the message and select OK. When the screen to select the operation is displayed, select one of the operations below.
Page 276 For example, when the paper setting for printing or copying is A5 and the paper information registered to the printer is A4, you load A5 sized paper before you start printing or copying. The paper information registration screen is displayed after replacing the paper and closing the feed slot cover or inserting the cassette.
Page 277: Copying
Copying Reducing/Enlarging Copies Making Copies Basics Two-Sided Copying Special Copy Menu Copying Using Smartphone or Tablet...
Page 278: Making Copies
Making Copies This section describes the procedure to copy with Standard copy. Make sure printer is turned on. Load paper. 3. Select Copy on the HOME screen. Using the Operation Panel 4. Select Standard copy. The Copy standby screen is displayed. Load original on platen glass.
Page 279 F. Flick to specify the number of copies. G. Specify the number of copies. If you keep touching here, the number scrolls by 10. C. Display the print setting items. For more on the setting items: Setting Items for Copying D.
Page 280 7. Press Color button for color copying, or Black button for black & white copying. The printer starts copying. Remove the original on the platen glass after copying is complete. Important • Do not open the document cover or remove the original from the platen glass until scanning is completed.
Page 281 • If you press the Stop button while reserve copying is in progress, the screen to select the method to cancel copying is displayed. If you select Cancel all reservations, you can cancel copying all scanned data. If you select Cancel the last reservation, you can cancel the last copying job. •...
Page 282: Setting Items For Copying
Setting Items for Copying You can change the copy settings such as magnification and intensity. Print Settings Screen Note • For more on the print setting screen or the setting item for Photo copy, see Copying Photos. How to display the print setting screen varies with the copy menu. •...
Page 283 displayed on the touch screen. In this case, select on the upper left on the touch screen to check the message and change the setting. • The settings of the page size, media type, etc. are retained even if the printer is turned off. •...
Page 284 Important • If you use Draft with Type set to Plain paper and the quality is not as good as expected, select Standard or High for Print qlty and try copying again. • Select High for Print qlty to copy in grayscale. Grayscale renders tones in a range of grays instead of black or white.
Page 285: Scanning
Scanning Scanning from Computer (AirPrint) Scanning from Computer (Windows) Scanning from Operation Panel Scanning Using Smartphone/Tablet...
Page 286: Scanning From Computer (Windows)
Scanning from Computer (Windows) Scanning According to Item Type or Purpose (IJ Scan Utility) IJ Scan Utility Features Scanning Easily (Auto Scan) Basics Scanning Documents and Photos Scanning Using Application Software (ScanGear) Scanning Tips Positioning Originals (Scanning from Computer) Network Scan Settings IJ Network Scanner Selector EX2 Menu and Setting Screen...
Page 287: Scanning According To Item Type Or Purpose (Ij Scan Utility)
Scanning According to Item Type or Purpose (IJ Scan Utility) IJ Scan Utility Features Scanning Easily (Auto Scan) Basics Scanning Documents and Photos...
Page 288: Ij Scan Utility Features
IJ Scan Utility Features Use IJ Scan Utility to scan and save documents, photos, or other items at one time by simply clicking the corresponding icon. Multiple Scanning Modes Auto allows for one click scanning with default settings for various items. Document will sharpen text in a document or magazine for better readability, and Photo is best suited for scanning photos.
Page 289 Note • To set the applications to integrate with, see Settings Dialog Box.
Page 290: Scanning Easily (Auto Scan)
Scanning Easily (Auto Scan) Auto Scan allows for automatic detection of the type of the item placed on the platen. Important • The following types of items may not be scanned correctly. In that case, adjust the cropping frames (scan areas) in whole image view of ScanGear (scanner driver), and then scan again. •...
Page 291: Scanning Documents And Photos
Scanning Documents and Photos Scan items placed on the platen with settings suitable for documents or photos. Save documents in formats such as PDF and JPEG, and photos in formats such as JPEG and TIFF. 1. Place the item on the platen. Positioning Originals (Scanning from Computer) 2.
Page 292: Scanning Using Application Software (Scangear)
Scanning Using Application Software (ScanGear) What Is ScanGear (Scanner Driver)? Starting ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Scanning in Basic Mode ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens General Notes (Scanner Driver) Important • Available functions and settings vary depending on your scanner or printer.
Page 293: What Is Scangear (Scanner Driver)
What Is ScanGear (Scanner Driver)? ScanGear (scanner driver) is software required for scanning documents. Use the software to specify the output size, image corrections, and other settings. ScanGear can be started from IJ Scan Utility or applications that are compatible with the standard TWAIN interface.
Page 294 Advanced Mode Use the Advanced Mode tab to scan by specifying the color mode, output resolution, image brightness, color tone, and other settings.
Page 295: Starting Scangear (Scanner Driver)
Starting ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Use ScanGear (scanner driver) to make image corrections and color adjustments when scanning. Start ScanGear from IJ Scan Utility or other applications. Note • If you have more than one scanner or have a network compatible model and changed the connection from USB connection to network connection, set up the network environment.
Page 296: Scanning In Basic Mode
Scanning in Basic Mode Use the Basic Mode tab to scan easily by following these simple on-screen steps. To scan multiple documents at one time from the Platen, see Scanning Multiple Documents at One Time with ScanGear (Scanner Driver). When scanning from the ADF (Auto Document Feeder), preview is not available. Important •...
Page 297 Important • Some applications do not support continuous scanning from the ADF. For details, see the application's manual. Note • To scan magazines containing many color photos, select Magazine (Color). 3. Click Preview. Preview image appears in the Preview area. Important •...
Page 298 7. Set Image corrections as needed. 8. Click Scan. Scanning starts. Note • Click (Information) to display a dialog box showing the document type and other details of the current scan settings. • How ScanGear behaves after scanning is complete can be set from Status of ScanGear dialog after scanning on the Scan tab of the Preferences dialog box.
Page 299: Scangear (Scanner Driver) Screens
ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Screens Basic Mode Tab Advanced Mode Tab...
Page 300: Basic Mode Tab
Basic Mode Tab Use the Basic Mode tab to scan easily by following these simple on-screen steps. This section describes the settings and functions available on the Basic Mode tab. (1) Settings and Operation Buttons (2) Toolbar (3) Preview Area Note •...
Page 301 Document (Grayscale) ADF Duplex (only for models supporting ADF duplex scanning) Scan both sides of documents from the ADF in black and white. Important • Some applications do not support continuous scanning from the ADF. For details, see the application's manual. Note •...
Page 302 Output Size Select an output size. Output size options vary by the item selected in Destination. Flexible Adjust the cropping frames (scan areas) freely. In thumbnail view: Drag the mouse over a thumbnail to display a cropping frame. When a cropping frame is displayed, the portion within the cropping frame will be scanned.
Page 303 Important • Predefined output sizes such as A4 and 1024 x 768 pixels cannot be deleted. Note • Save up to 10 items. • An error message appears when you enter a value outside the setting range. Enter a value within the setting range.
Page 304 Important • Be sure to see Gutter Shadow Correction for precautions and other information on using this function. Color Pattern... Adjust the image's overall color. Correct colors that have faded due to colorcast or other reasons and reproduce natural colors while previewing color changes. Adjusting Colors Using a Color Pattern Important •...
Page 305 (Rotate Right) Rotates the preview image 90 degrees clockwise. • The result will be reflected in the scanned image. • The image returns to its original state when you preview again. (Auto Crop) Displays and adjusts the cropping frame automatically to the size of the document displayed in the Preview area.
Page 306 When (Thumbnail) is displayed on Toolbar: Cropping frames are specified according to the document size, and thumbnails of scanned images appear. Only the images with the checkbox selected will be scanned. Note • When multiple images are previewed, different outlines indicate different selection status. •...
Page 307 Note • Create cropping frame(s) on the displayed image. In thumbnail view, one cropping frame can be created per image. In whole image view, multiple cropping frames can be created. Adjusting Cropping Frames (ScanGear) Related Topic Scanning in Basic Mode...
Page 308: Advanced Mode Tab
Advanced Mode Tab This mode allows you to make advanced scan settings such as the color mode, output resolution, image brightness, and color tone. This section describes the settings and functions available on the Advanced Mode tab. (1) Settings and Operation Buttons (2) Toolbar (3) Preview Area Note...
Page 309 Enter Setting Name and click Add; the name appears in Favorite Settings List. When you click Save, the item appears in the Favorite Settings list and can be selected, along with the predefined items. To delete an item, select it in Favorite Settings List and click Delete. Click Save to save the settings displayed in Favorite Settings List.
Page 310 Note • Zoom rescans the document and displays high-resolution image in Preview. • (Enlarge/Reduce) on the Toolbar zooms in on the preview image quickly. However, the resolution of the displayed image will be low. Preview Performs a trial scan. Scan Starts scanning.
Page 311 In thumbnail view: In whole image view: (Thumbnail) / (Whole Image) Switches the view in the Preview area. (3) Preview Area (Clear) Deletes the preview image from the Preview area. It also resets the Toolbar and color adjustment settings. (Crop) Allows you to specify the scan area by dragging the mouse.
Page 312 (Uncheck All Frames) Available when two or more frames are displayed. Deselects the checkboxes of the images in thumbnail view. (Select All Frames) Available when two or more frames are displayed. Selects the images in thumbnail view and outlines them in blue. (Select All Cropping Frames) Available when two or more cropping frames are specified.
Page 313 Note • When multiple images are previewed, different outlines indicate different selection status. • Focus Frame (thick blue outline): The displayed settings will be applied. • Selected Frame (thin blue outline): The settings will be applied to the Focus Frame and Selected Frames simultaneously.
Page 314: General Notes (Scanner Driver)
General Notes (Scanner Driver) ScanGear (scanner driver) is subject to the following restrictions. Keep these points in mind when using it. Scanner Driver Restrictions • When using the NTFS file system, the TWAIN data source may not be invoked. This is because the TWAIN module cannot be written to the winnt folder for security reasons.
Page 315 • Images may not be scanned correctly in some applications. In that case, increase the operating system's virtual memory and retry. • When image size is too large (such as when scanning large images at high resolution), your computer may not respond or the progress bar may remain at 0 % depending on the application. In that case, cancel the action (for example by clicking Cancel on the progress bar), then increase the operating system's virtual memory or reduce the image size/resolution and retry.
Page 316: Scanning Tips
Scanning Tips Positioning Originals (Scanning from Computer) Network Scan Settings IJ Network Scanner Selector EX2 Menu and Setting Screen...
Page 317: Positioning Originals (Scanning From Computer)
Positioning Originals (Scanning from Computer) This section describes how to load originals on the platen for scanning. If items are not placed correctly they may not be scanned correctly. Important • Do not place objects on the document cover. When you open the document cover, the objects may fall into your scanner or printer, resulting in malfunction.
Page 318 Multiple items: Allow 0.4 inch (1 cm) or more space between the edges (di- agonally striped area) of the platen and items, and between items. Portions placed on the diagonally striped area cannot be scanned. 0.4 inch (1 cm) or more Note •...
Page 319: Network Scan Settings
• If the icon is not displayed in the notification area on the desktop, follow the procedure below to start. • Windows 10: From the Start menu, click All apps > Canon Utilities > IJ Network Scanner Selector EX2. • Windows 8.1:...
Page 320 Search charm, then search for "IJ Network Scanner Selector EX". • Windows 7: From the Start menu, click All Programs > Canon Utilities > IJ Network Scanner Selector EX2 > IJ Network Scanner Selector EX2. The icon appears in the notification area on the desktop, and the Scan-from-PC Settings screen appears.
Page 321 • If the icon is not displayed in the notification area on the desktop, follow the procedure below to start. • Windows 10: From the Start menu, click All apps > Canon Utilities > IJ Network Scanner Selector EX2. • Windows 8.1: Click IJ Network Scanner Selector EX2 on the Start screen.
Page 322 4. Select your scanner or printer from Scanners and click OK. Select the MAC address of your scanner or printer. Note • When multiple scanners are connected via a network, you can select up to three scanners. 5. In the Scan-from-PC Settings screen, click OK. Note •...
Page 323: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Cannot Find Printer on Network Cannot Find Printer while Using Wireless LAN Network Key Unknown Network Cannot Print or Connect For other questions about network, click here. Printing Does Not Start Paper Is Blank/Printing Is Blurry/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks Appear Print Results Are Unsatisfactory Print List of Support Code for Error (Paper Jams)
Page 324 Scan Results Are Unsatisfactory (Windows) Scan Results Are Unsatisfactory (Mac OS) Cannot Print/Scan from Smartphone/Tablet Cannot Set Correctly (Network) Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Setup (Windows) Cannot Find Printer while Using Wireless LAN Printer Suddenly Cannot Be Used Network Key Unknown Administrator Password Set for Printer Unknown Printer Cannot Be Used After Replacing Wireless Router or Changing Its Settings...
Page 325: Network Settings And Common Problems
Network Settings and Common Problems Here are frequently asked questions on network. Select a connection method you are using, or you want to use. Wireless LAN Wireless Direct Wireless LAN Cannot Find Printer Cannot Find Printer while Using Wireless LAN Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Setup (Windows) Cannot Proceed beyond Printer Connection Screen Cannot Find Printer after Searching it on Printer Detection Screen During Setup...
Page 326 Cannot Connect Smartphone/Tablet to Wireless Router Checking Wireless Router SSID for Smartphone/Tablet Setting Up Using Smartphone/Tablet Cannot Print/Scan from Smartphone/Tablet Downloading Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY Problems while Using Printer Message Appears on Computer During Setup Printing Is Slow Ink Level Not Shown on Printer Status Monitor (Windows)
Page 327: Network Communication Problems
Network Communication Problems Cannot Find Printer on Network Network Connection Problems Other Network Problems...
Page 328: Cannot Find Printer On Network
Cannot Find Printer on Network While performing printer setup: Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Setup (Windows) Cannot Proceed beyond Printer Connection Screen While using printer: Cannot Find Printer while Using Wireless LAN...
Page 329: Cannot Find Printer On Check Printer Settings Screen During Setup (Windows)
Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Setup (Windows) If the printer cannot be found and the Check Printer Settings screen appears after searching the printer by Automatic search on the Search for Printers screen, click Redetect and search for the printer again by the IP address on the Search for Printers screen.
Page 330: Checking Power Status
Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless LAN Setup (Windows)-Checking Power Status Are printer and network device (router, etc.) turned on? Make sure the printer is turned on. Confirming that the Power Is On Make sure network device (router, etc.) is turned on. If printer or network device is off: Turn on printer or network device.
Page 331: Checking Pc Network Connection
Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless LAN Setup (Windows)-Checking PC Network Connection Can you view any web pages on your computer? Make sure the computer and network device (router, etc.) are configured and the computer is connected to the network.
Page 332: Cannot Find Printer On Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless Lan Setup (Windows)-Checking Printer's Wireless Lan Settings
Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless LAN Setup (Windows)-Checking Printer's Wireless LAN Settings Is printer set to allow wireless communication? Make sure the icon is displayed on the touch screen. If icon is not displayed: The printer is not set to allow wireless communication. Turn on wireless communication on the printer. If icon is displayed: Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless LAN Setup (Windows)- Checking Wireless LAN Environment...
Page 333: Cannot Find Printer On Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless Lan Setup (Windows)-Checking Wireless Lan Environment
Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless LAN Setup (Windows)-Checking Wireless LAN Environment Is printer connected to wireless router? Use the icon on the touch screen to make sure the printer is connected to the wireless router. icon is displayed: •...
Page 334 Important • Depending on the wireless router, note that different SSID is assigned for a bandwidth (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz) or its usage (for PC or game machine) using alphanumeric characters at the end of SSID. Check the SSID of the wireless router for the printer on the touch screen. Select the icon on the lower left, select Yes, and then check SSID.
Page 335: Checking Printer's Ip Address
Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless LAN Setup (Windows)-Checking Printer's IP Address Is printer's IP address specified correctly? If printer's IP address is not specified correctly, the printer may not be found. Make sure whether printer's IP address is not used for another device.
Page 336: Cannot Find Printer On Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless Lan Setup (Windows)-Checking Security Software Settings
• If no message appears: Cancel the setup, and then set the security software to allow Canon software to access the network. The file Setup.exe or Setup64.exe in the win > Driver > DrvSetup folder on the Setup CD-ROM After setting the security software, redo the network communication setup from the beginning.
Page 337: Cannot Find Printer On Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless Lan Setup (Windows)-Checking Wireless Router Settings
Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless LAN Setup (Windows)-Checking Wireless Router Settings Check wireless router settings. Check wireless router network connection settings, such as IP address filtering, MAC address filtering, encryption key, and DHCP function. Make sure the same radio channel is assigned to the wireless router and the printer. To check the settings of the wireless router, see the instruction manual supplied with the wireless router or contact the manufacturer.
Page 338: Cannot Proceed Beyond Printer Connection Screen
Cannot Proceed beyond Printer Connection Screen If you cannot proceed beyond the Printer Connection screen, check the following. Make sure USB cable is securely plugged in to printer and computer. Check1 Connect the printer and the computer using a USB cable as the illustration below. The USB port is located at the back of the printer.
Page 339 4. Turn off printer. 5. Restart computer. 6. Make sure you have no application software running. 7. Perform setup on web page. Note • You can use the Setup CD-ROM to redo setup. • For Mac OS: 1. Click Next. ◦...
Page 340: Cannot Find Printer While Using Wireless Lan
Cannot Find Printer while Using Wireless LAN Make sure the printer is turned on. Check1 Check the (Network status) icon on the touch screen. Check2 If the icon is displayed, wireless LAN is disabled. Select Active on WLAN active/inactive in Wireless LAN under LAN settings. If the icon is displayed, see Check 3 or later checking items to make sure whether printer setup is complete or the settings of wireless router to connect are correct.
Page 341 Printing Network Settings Note • IJ Network Device Setup Utility allows you to diagnose and repair the network status. Select the link below to download IJ Network Device Setup Utility and install it. Checking Printer Connection Status Using IJ Network Device Setup Utility See below for starting up IJ Network Device Setup Utility.
Page 342 Make sure security software's firewall is off. Check9 If your security software's firewall is on, a message may appear warning you that Canon software is attempting to access the network. If this warning message appears, set security software to always allow access.
Page 343: Network Connection Problems
Network Connection Problems Printer Suddenly Cannot Be Used Network Key Unknown Printer Cannot Be Used After Replacing Wireless Router or Changing Its Settings...
Page 344: Printer Suddenly Cannot Be Used
Printer Suddenly Cannot Be Used Cannot Communicate with Printer Following Network Settings Change Cannot Communicate with Printer via Wireless LAN Cannot Communicate with Printer Using Wireless Direct Cannot Print or Scan from a Computer Connected to the Network Cannot Communicate with Printer Following Network Settings Change It may take a while for the computer to obtain an IP address, or you may need to restart your computer.
Page 345 To check the settings of the wireless router, refer to the instruction manual provided with it or contact its manufacturer. To check the current network settings of the printer, print out the network setting information. Printing Network Settings Note • IJ Network Device Setup Utility allows you to diagnose and repair the network status. Select the link below to download IJ Network Device Setup Utility and install it.
Page 346 Make sure security software's firewall is off. Check9 If your security software's firewall is on, a message may appear warning you that Canon software is attempting to access the network. If this warning message appears, set security software to always allow access.
Page 347 Make sure wireless LAN is enabled on your device. For details, refer to your device's instruction manual. Make sure printer is selected as connection for device (e.g. smartphone or Check4 tablet). Select the identifier for Wireless Direct (SSID) specified for the printer as the connection destination for devices.
Page 348 If MP Drivers are not installed, install them. (Windows) Check2 Install the MP Drivers using the Setup CD-ROM or install them from the Canon website. Make sure wireless router does not restrict which computers can access it. Check3 For more on connecting to and setting up your wireless router, see the wireless router instruction manual or contact its manufacturer.
Page 349: Network Key Unknown
Network Key Unknown WPA/WPA2 or WEP Key Set for Wireless Router Unknown, Cannot Connect Setting an Encryption Key WPA/WPA2 or WEP Key Set for Wireless Router Unknown, Cannot Connect For more on setting up a wireless router, see the instruction manual provided with the wireless router or contact its manufacturer.
Page 350 Selecting WPA, WPA2, or WPA/WPA2 is recommended for security reason. If your wireless router is compatible with WPA/WPA2, you can also use WPA2 or WPA. • Using WPA/WPA2 The authentication method, passphrase, and dynamic encryption type must be the same for the wireless router, the printer, and your computer.
Page 351: Printer Cannot Be Used After Replacing Wireless Router Or Changing Its Settings
Printer Cannot Be Used After Replacing Wireless Router or Changing Its Settings When you replace a wireless router, redo the network setup for the printer. • For Windows: Perform setup using the Setup CD-ROM or from the web page. • For Mac OS: Perform setup from the web page.
Page 352 If filtering MAC addresses or IP addresses at wireless router, check that MAC Check2 addresses or IP addresses for computer, network device, and printer are registered. If using WPA/WPA2 or WEP key, make sure encryption key for computer, Check3 network device, and printer matches key set for wireless router. Not only the WEP key itself, but also the key length, key format, the key ID to use, and the authentication method must be the same for the printer, the wireless router, and the computer.
Page 353: Other Network Problems
Other Network Problems Checking Network Information Restoring to Factory Defaults...
Page 354: Checking Network Information
• Print the network settings. Printing Network Settings For Windows, you can check the network setting information on the computer screen. Canon IJ Network Device Setup Utility Screen You can display the printer's MAC address on the touch screen. System information Checking Computer IP Address or MAC Address To check the IP Address or MAC address of your computer, follow the instructions below.
Page 355 Make sure Wi-Fi is selected as network interface. 3. Check the IP address or MAC address. Click TCP/IP to check the IP address. Click Hardware to check the MAC address. Checking Communication Between the Computer, the Printer, and the Wireless Router Perform a ping test to check if communication is taking place.
Page 356 3 packets transmitted, 3 packets received, 0% packet loss If packet loss is 100%, communication is not taking place. Otherwise, computer is communicating with target device. Checking Network Setting Information To check the printer's network settings information, print out the network settings information or use the operation panel to display it.
Page 357: Restoring To Factory Defaults
Restoring to Factory Defaults Important • For Windows: Initialization erases all network settings on the printer, making printing or scanning operation from a computer over a network impossible. To use the printer over a network again after restoring it to the factory defaults, redo setup using the Setup CD-ROM or from the web page.
Page 358: Printing Problems
Printing Problems Printing Does Not Start No Ink Comes Out Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Print Results Are Unsatisfactory...
Page 359: Printing Does Not Start
Printing Does Not Start Make sure printer is securely plugged in and press ON button to turn it on. Check1 The ON lamp flashes while the printer is initializing. Wait until the ON lamp stops flashing and remains lit. Note •...
Page 360 The printer will not print properly if you are using a printer driver for a different printer. • For Windows: Make sure "Canon XXX series" (where "XXX" is your printer's name) is selected in the Print dialog box. Note • To make the printer the one selected by default, select Set as Default Printer.
Page 361: No Ink Comes Out
24 hours later. • If problem is not resolved after performing print head deep cleaning twice: If print head deep cleaning does not resolve the problem, the print head may be damaged. Contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 362: Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error
Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Make sure paper is loaded. Check1 Loading Paper When loading paper, consider the following. Check2 • When loading two or more sheets of paper, align the edges of the sheets before loading the paper. •...
Page 363 If the paper tears in the rear tray, see List of Support Code for Error (Paper Jams) to remove it. If there are any foreign objects in the rear tray, be sure to turn off the printer, unplug it from the power supply, then remove the foreign object.
Page 364 Are transport unit cover and rear cover attached properly? Check9 Rear View for the positions of the transport unit cover and the rear cover. If the measures above do not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 365: Print Results Are Unsatisfactory
Print Results Are Unsatisfactory If the print results are unsatisfactory due to white streaks, misaligned lines, or uneven colors, check the paper and print quality settings first. Do page size and media type settings match size and type of loaded paper? Check1 If these settings do not match, it is not possible to obtain the proper result.
Page 366 See also the sections below: Paper Is Blank/Printing Is Blurry/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks Appear Lines Are Misaligned Paper Is Smudged / Printed Surface Is Scratched Cannot Complete Printing Vertical Line Next to Image Part of Page Is Not Printed (Windows) Lines Incomplete or Missing (Windows) Images Incomplete or Missing (Windows) Ink Blots / Paper Curl...
Page 367: Paper Is Blank/Printing Is Blurry/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks Appear
Paper Is Blank/Printing Is Blurry/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks Appear Printing Is Blurry Colors Are Wrong...
Page 368 White Streaks Appear Check paper and print quality settings. Check1 Print Results Are Unsatisfactory Check status of ink tanks. Replace ink tank if ink has run out. Check2 Replacing Ink Tanks Is orange tape or protective film still on ink tank? Check3 Make sure all the protective film is peeled off to expose the Y-shaped air hole, as shown below (A).
Page 369 • If problem is not resolved after performing print head deep cleaning twice: If print head deep cleaning does not resolve the problem, the print head may be damaged. Contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair. When using paper with one printable surface, check the correct printable side Check5 of the paper.
Page 370: Lines Are Misaligned
Lines Are Misaligned Check paper and print quality settings. Check1 Print Results Are Unsatisfactory Perform print head alignment. Check2 If printed lines are misaligned or print results are otherwise unsatisfactory, adjust the print head position. Aligning the Print Head Note •...
Page 371: Paper Is Smudged / Printed Surface Is Scratched
Paper Is Smudged / Printed Surface Is Scratched Paper Is Smudged Smudged Edges Smudged Surface Printed Surface Is Scratched Check paper and print quality settings. Check1 Print Results Are Unsatisfactory Check paper type. Check2 Make sure you are using the right paper for what you are printing. Supported Media Types Correct curl before loading paper.
Page 372 1. Roll up paper in opposite direction to paper curl as shown below. 2. Check that paper is now flat. We recommend printing curl-corrected paper one sheet at a time. Note • Depending on paper type, the paper may smudge or may not feed properly even if it is not curled inward. Follow the instructions below to curl the paper outward up to 0.1 inch / 3 mm (B) in height before printing.
Page 373 Opening Printer Driver's Setup Screen 3. Click Maintenance tab and Custom Settings. 4. Select Prevent paper abrasion check box and click OK. ◦ For Mac OS: Adjust the setting to prevent paper abrasion from Remote UI. Opening Remote UI for Maintenance If intensity is set high, reduce intensity setting and try printing again.
Page 374 Set longer ink drying time. Check10 This allows the printed surface to dry, preventing smudges and scratches. • For Windows: 1. Make sure printer is turned on. 2. Open printer driver setup window. Opening Printer Driver's Setup Screen 3. Click Maintenance tab and Custom Settings. 4.
Page 375: Vertical Line Next To Image
Vertical Line Next to Image Is loaded paper size correct? Check If the loaded paper is larger than the size you specified, a vertical line may appear in the margin. Set the paper size to match the loaded paper. Print Results Are Unsatisfactory Note •...
Page 376: Scanning Problems (Windows)
Scanning Problems (Windows) Scanning Problems...
Page 377: Scanning Problems
Scanning Problems Scanner Does Not Work ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Does Not Start...
Page 378: Scanner Does Not Work
Scanner Does Not Work Make sure that your scanner or printer is turned on. Check 1 Connect the USB cable to a different USB port on the computer. Check 2 If the USB cable is connected to a USB hub, remove it from the USB hub and Check 3 connect it to a USB port on the computer.
Page 379: Scangear (Scanner Driver) Does Not Start
ScanGear (Scanner Driver) Does Not Start Make sure MP Drivers is installed. Check 1 If not installed, install MP Drivers from the Setup CD-ROM or our website. Select your scanner or printer on the application's menu. Check 2 Important • If your scanner or printer name is displayed multiple times, select the one that does not include WIA. Note •...
Page 380: Mechanical Problems
Mechanical Problems Power Does Not Come On Power Shuts Off By Itself USB Connection Problems Cannot Communicate with Printer via USB Touch Screen Shows Wrong Language...
Page 381: Power Does Not Come On
Make sure power plug is securely connected to printer, and then turn it back on. Check2 Unplug printer, leave it for at least 2 minutes, and then plug it back in and turn it Check3 on again. If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 382: Power Shuts Off By Itself
The setting to shut off the power automatically is disabled. • To disable the setting from the computer: For Windows, use Canon IJ Printer Assistant Tool or ScanGear (scanner driver) to disable the setting. Follow the procedure below to disable the setting using Canon IJ Printer Assistant Tool.
Page 383: Usb Connection Problems
USB Connection Problems Printing or Scanning Is Slow/Hi-Speed USB Connection Does Not Work/"This device can perform faster" Message Appears (Windows) If your system environment does not support Hi-Speed USB, the printer operates at the slower speed of USB 1.1. In this case, the printer works properly but printing or scanning speed may slow down due to the communication speed.
Page 384: Cannot Communicate With Printer Via Usb
Cannot Communicate with Printer via USB Make sure printer is turned on. Check1 Connect USB cable properly. Check2 As the illustration below, the USB port is at the back of the printer. Important • Connect the "Type-B" terminal to the printer with the notched side facing UP. For details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the USB cable.
Page 385: Installation And Download Problems
Installation and Download Problems Cannot Install MP Drivers (Windows) Updating MP Drivers in Network Environment (Windows)
Page 386: Cannot Install Mp Drivers (Windows)
CD-ROM icon in the window that appears. If the contents of the CD-ROM appear, double-click MSETUP4.EXE. If you cannot install the MP Drivers with the Setup CD-ROM, install them from the Canon website. Note • If the CD-ROM icon does not appear, try the following: •...
Page 387 MP Drivers. Deleting the Unnecessary MP Drivers Reinstall the MP Drivers with the Setup CD-ROM or install them from the Canon website. Note • If the installer was stopped due to a Windows error, Windows operation may be unstable, and you...
Page 388: Updating Mp Drivers In Network Environment (Windows)
Updating MP Drivers in Network Environment (Windows) Download the latest MP Drivers. Download the latest MP Drivers for your model on the download page of the Canon website. Uninstall the existing MP Drivers and follow the installation instructions to install the latest MP Drivers that you downloaded.
Page 389: Errors And Messages
Errors and Messages An Error Occurs Message (Support Code) Appears...
Page 390: An Error Occurs
An Error Occurs If an error occurs in printing, for example if the paper runs out or jams, an error message appears on the computer screen and the touch screen. When a Support Code and a message are displayed on the computer screen (Windows): When a Support Code and a message are displayed on the touch screen: A support code and action for the error appears on the touch screen.
Page 391: Message (Support Code) Appears
Message (Support Code) Appears This section describes some of the errors and messages that may appear. Note • A support code (error number) is displayed on the computer for some errors. For details on errors that have support code, see List of Support Code for Error.
Page 392 Check3 Uninstall the MP Drivers following the procedure described in Deleting the Unnecessary MP Drivers and reinstall them from the Setup CD-ROM or the Canon website. When printer is connected to your computer with a USB cable, check device Check4 status from your computer.
Page 393 • "Printer driver could not be found" Uninstall the MP Drivers following the procedure described in Deleting the Unnecessary MP Drivers and reinstall them from the Setup CD-ROM or the Canon website. • "Could not print Application name - File name"...
Page 394 • If you agree to participate in survey program: Click Agree and follow the on-screen instructions. The printer usage information is sent via the Internet. Once you have completed the procedure, the information is subsequently sent automatically and the confirmation screen does not reappear. Note •...
Page 395 If you are logged in on an account with administrator privileges, follow the on-screen instructions. 2. Select Canon Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program. 3. Select Change. If you select Yes after you have followed the on-screen instructions, the confirmation screen will appear at the time of the next survey.
Page 396 • If you agree to participate in survey program: Click Agree and follow the on-screen instructions. The printer usage information is sent via the Internet. Once you have completed the procedure, the information is subsequently sent automatically and the confirmation screen does not reappear. Note •...
Page 397 2. Select Applications from Go menu of Finder, double-click the Canon Utilities folder and Inkjet Extended Survey Program folder. 3. Move Canon Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program.app to Trash. 4. Restart computer. Empty Trash and restart your computer. • Changing setting: To display the confirmation screen every time the printer usage information is sent or to resume surveying, follow the procedure below.
Page 398: List Of Support Code For Error
List of Support Code for Error Support code appears on the touch screen and your computer screen when errors occur. A "support code" is an error number, and appears along with an error message. When an error occurs, check the support code displayed on the touch screen and computer screen and take the appropriate action in response.
Page 399 • 6000 to 6ZZZ 6000 6001 6004 6500 6502 6800 6801 6830 6831 6832 6833 6900 6901 6902 6910 6911 6930 6931 6932 6933 6936 6937 6938 6940 6941 6942 6943 6944 6945 6946 6951 6A80 6A81 • 8000 to 8ZZZ 8300 •...
Page 400: List Of Support Code For Error (Paper Jams)
List of Support Code for Error (Paper Jams) If paper jams, remove it following the appropriate procedure as shown below. • If you can see the jammed paper at the paper output slot or the rear tray: ◦ If the paper fed from the rear tray is jammed: 1300 •...
Page 401 1300 Cause Paper is jammed when feeding paper from rear tray. What to Do If the paper fed from the rear tray is jammed, remove the jammed paper from the paper output slot or from the rear tray following the instructions below. 1.
Page 402 • We recommend using paper sizes other than A5 to print documents with photos or graphics. A5 paper may curl and jam as it leaves the printer. If the measures above do not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 403 1303 Cause Paper is jammed when feeding paper from cassette. What to Do 1. Remove jammed paper. • If the paper is jammed at the paper output slot: 1300 • If the paper is jammed inside the printer: Paper Is Jammed inside Printer •...
Page 404 1304 Cause Paper is jammed when performing automatic duplex printing. What to Do 1. Remove jammed paper. • If the paper is jammed at the paper output slot: 1300 • If the paper is jammed inside the printer: Paper Is Jammed inside Printer •...
Page 405 1313 Cause Paper is jammed as printer pulled in printed paper. What to Do If the paper is jammed as the printer pulled in the printed paper, try to remove the paper from the following locations. • Paper output slot 1300 •...
Page 406: Paper Is Jammed Inside Printer
Paper Is Jammed inside Printer If the jammed paper tears and you cannot remove the paper from the paper output slot, or if the jammed paper remains inside the printer, remove the paper following the instructions below. Note • If paper becomes jammed during printing and you need to turn off the printer to remove it, press the Stop button to stop the printing before you turn off the printer.
Page 407 4. Hold jammed paper firmly in both hands. If the paper is rolled up, pull out it. 5. Slowly pull out paper, so as not to tear it. Pull out the paper at an angle of about 45 degrees. 6. Make sure all jammed paper is removed.
Page 408 Check the printer again for any remaining bits of paper. If the measures above do not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 409: Removing Jammed Paper From Rear Side
Removing Jammed Paper from Rear Side Note • If paper becomes jammed during printing and you need to turn off the printer to remove it, press the Stop button to stop the printing before you turn off the printer. 1. Rotate printer so that rear side of printer faces toward you. 2.
Page 410 4. Slowly pull out paper. Note • Do not touch the inner parts of the printer. If you were not able to remove the paper in this step, detach the transport unit cover and remove the paper by following these steps. 1.
Page 411 2. Slowly pull out paper. Note • Do not touch the inner parts of the printer. 3. Make sure all jammed paper is removed. 4. Attach transport unit cover. Insert the transport unit cover slowly all the way into printer and take down the transport unit cover.
Page 412 Insert the projections of the right side of the rear cover into the printer, and then push the left side of the rear cover until it is closed completely. If the measures above do not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 413 1000 Cause Possible causes include the following. • There is no paper in the rear tray. • Paper is not loaded in the rear tray properly. What to Do Take the corresponding actions below. • Load paper in the rear tray. •...
Page 414 1003 Cause Possible causes include the following. • There is no paper in the cassette. • Paper is not loaded in the cassette properly. What to Do Take the corresponding actions below. • Load paper in the cassette. • Align the paper guides with the both edges of the paper when you load paper in the cassette. •...
Page 415 1200 Cause Scanning unit/cover is open. What to Do Close the scanning unit / cover and wait for a while. Do not close it while you are replacing an ink tank.
Page 416 1401 Cause Print head may be damaged. What to Do Turn off the printer and turn it back on. If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 417 1600 Cause Ink may have run out. What to Do Replacing the ink tank is recommended. If printing is in progress and you want to continue printing, tap OK on the printer with the ink tank installed. Then printing can continue. Replacing the ink tank is recommended after the printing. The printer may be damaged if printing is continued under the ink out condition.
Page 418 1660 Cause The ink tank cannot be recognized. What to Do Printing cannot be performed because the ink tank is not installed or is not compatible with this printer. Check the ink tank. If you want to cancel printing, press the printer's Stop button.
Page 419 With this operation, disabling the function for detecting the remaining ink level is memorized. Please be advised that Canon shall not be liable for any malfunction or trouble which may be caused by continuation of printing under the ink out condition.
Page 420 With this operation, disabling the function for detecting the remaining ink level is memorized. Please be advised that Canon shall not be liable for any malfunction or trouble caused by continuation of printing under the ink out condition or by using refilled ink tanks.
Page 421 Cause Ink absorber is almost full. What to Do Select OK on the touch screen to continue printing. Contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair. Note • In the case of warnings or errors caused by remaining ink levels, the printer cannot print or scan.
Page 422 Open the scanning unit / cover and make sure the tape for securing the print head holder during transportation has been removed. If the tape is still there, remove it and close the scanning unit / cover. If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 423 2110 Cause Paper settings for printing or copying do not match cassette paper information set on printer. Note • See below for the correct correspondence between paper settings made on the printer driver or on the touch screen. Paper Settings on the Printer Driver and the Printer (Media Type) (Windows) Paper Settings on the Printer Driver and the Printer (Paper Size) (Windows)
Page 424 What to Do Select OK on the touch screen again to display the screen below. Select the appropriate action. Note • Depending on settings, some of the options below may not appear. Print with the loaded paper. Select this option to print or copy onto the paper in the cassette without changing the paper settings. For example, if the print or copy paper setting is A5, and cassette paper information is set to A4, the A5 size setting is used to print or copy onto the paper in the cassette.
Page 425 • To change the message view setting when printing or copying using the operation panel of the printer: Feed settings • To change the message view setting when printing using the printer driver: Changing the Printer Operation Mode (Windows) Changing the Printer Operation Mode (Mac OS)
Page 426 2900 Cause Scanning print head alignment sheet failed. What to Do Select OK on the printer's touch screen and check the following. • Make sure the print head alignment sheet is set in the correct position and orientation on the platen glass.
Page 427 2901 Cause Print head alignment pattern has been printed and printer is waiting to scan sheet. What to Do Scan the printed alignment pattern. 1. Load print head alignment sheet on platen glass. Place the printed side down and align the mark in the bottom right corner of the sheet with the alignment mark 2.
Page 428 4103 Cause Cannot perform printing with current print settings. What to Do Press the printer's Stop button to cancel printing. Then change the print settings and retry printing.
Page 429 Printer error has occurred. What to Do Turn off printer and unplug it. Plug in the printer again and turn it back on. If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 430 Printer error has occurred. What to Do Turn off printer and unplug it. Plug in the printer again and turn it back on. If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 431 Press ink tanks until they click into place. Turn the printer back on. If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair. Important • When clearing an impediment to print head holder motion, be careful not to touch white belt (A).
Page 432 Printer error has occurred. What to Do Turn off printer and unplug it. After a while, plug in the printer again and turn it back on. If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 433: 5B00
5B00 Cause Printer error has occurred. What to Do Contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair. Note • In the case of warnings or errors caused by remaining ink levels, the printer cannot print or scan.
Page 434 List of Support Code for Error (Paper Jams) Turn off printer and unplug it. Plug in the printer again and turn it back on. If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 435: C000
Press ink tanks until they click into place. Turn the printer back on. If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair. Important • When clearing an impediment to print head holder motion, be careful not to touch white belt (A).

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