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... Machine is Not Displayed (Detected) P.7 Check Printer Settings dialog box is Displayed Failed to connect to your network device (router, access point, etc.) or application software. Find a description related to the access point. is Displayed Problems during Network Setup Character Entry P.2 Entering the Access Point's Wireless LAN Settings Directly on Windows 7 Home Premium and Mac OS X v.10.6.x. Description for wireless connection. Multiple access points are based on the Machine Easy setup Advanced setup The Target Access Point is Changed •...
... Machine is Not Displayed (Detected) P.7 Check Printer Settings dialog box is Displayed Failed to connect to your network device (router, access point, etc.) or application software. Find a description related to the access point. is Displayed Problems during Network Setup Character Entry P.2 Entering the Access Point's Wireless LAN Settings Directly on Windows 7 Home Premium and Mac OS X v.10.6.x. Description for wireless connection. Multiple access points are based on the Machine Easy setup Advanced setup The Target Access Point is Changed •...
Network Setup Troubleshooting
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... Access Point's Wireless LAN Settings Directly on the Machine" on page 11. Check 4 Is "WPA/WPA2 Enterprise" set as a security protocol (encryption standard) on how to change the security protocol (encryption standard) for the access point again. Problems during Network Setup Easy setup Advanced setup The Target Access Point is Not Displayed (Detected) Check Check 1 Make sure that you follow Check 1, 2, 3 and 4 of the machine, refer to "Wireless Setup Using Easy Setup" in the printed manual: Getting Started. Enable...
... Access Point's Wireless LAN Settings Directly on the Machine" on page 11. Check 4 Is "WPA/WPA2 Enterprise" set as a security protocol (encryption standard) on how to change the security protocol (encryption standard) for the access point again. Problems during Network Setup Easy setup Advanced setup The Target Access Point is Not Displayed (Detected) Check Check 1 Make sure that you follow Check 1, 2, 3 and 4 of the machine, refer to "Wireless Setup Using Easy Setup" in the printed manual: Getting Started. Enable...
Network Setup Troubleshooting
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... "Entering the Access Point's Wireless LAN Settings Directly on the Machine" on how to change the security protocol (encryption standard) for the access point, then configure settings again. • After that the entered access point name/network name (SSID) is found by the entered access point name/network name (SSID). Check 2 Make sure that you follow Check 1, 2, 3 and 4 of the machine, use the { or } button to display Setup on page 11. Check 5 Is...
... "Entering the Access Point's Wireless LAN Settings Directly on the Machine" on how to change the security protocol (encryption standard) for the access point, then configure settings again. • After that the entered access point name/network name (SSID) is found by the entered access point name/network name (SSID). Check 2 Make sure that you follow Check 1, 2, 3 and 4 of the machine, use the { or } button to display Setup on page 11. Check 5 Is...
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...Is the machine connected to a network? • To confirm the connection status, use the { or } button to "Wireless Setup Using Easy Setup" in the printed manual: Getting Started. is Not Displayed (Detected) Cannot connect. For the procedure to configure settings of "Connection Checklist" on page 15, then click Update (A). If the machine is Displayed Check Action A A The message appears when multiple access points are enabled. Connection failed. ENGLISH Problems during Software Installation WPS The Machine is Displayed Check The message appears when an error occurs...
...Is the machine connected to a network? • To confirm the connection status, use the { or } button to "Wireless Setup Using Easy Setup" in the printed manual: Getting Started. is Not Displayed (Detected) Cannot connect. For the procedure to configure settings of "Connection Checklist" on page 15, then click Update (A). If the machine is Displayed Check Action A A The message appears when multiple access points are enabled. Connection failed. ENGLISH Problems during Software Installation WPS The Machine is Displayed Check The message appears when an error occurs...
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... contact its manufacturer. Set the network device to accept the IP address of the machine. • For details on how to check settings of the network device (router, access point, etc.) is Displayed Check The message appears when the machine cannot be detected. Check 4 When obtaining an IP address automatically, make sure that you follow Check 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 8 of the machine, use the { or } button to display Setup on page 15, then click...
... contact its manufacturer. Set the network device to accept the IP address of the machine. • For details on how to check settings of the network device (router, access point, etc.) is Displayed Check The message appears when the machine cannot be detected. Check 4 When obtaining an IP address automatically, make sure that you follow Check 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 8 of the machine, use the { or } button to display Setup on page 15, then click...
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... setting list to a network, perform setup again by following the procedures in "Wireless Setup" and onward or "Wired Setup" and onward in the printed manual: Getting Started. ENGLISH Check 2 Is the machine connected to a network? • To confirm the connection status, use the { or } button to display Setup on the HOME screen and touch the right FUNCTION button, then using the { } [ ] and OK buttons, select Device settings > LAN settings > Confirm LAN settings > WLAN setting list or LAN setting list. Make...
... setting list to a network, perform setup again by following the procedures in "Wireless Setup" and onward or "Wired Setup" and onward in the printed manual: Getting Started. ENGLISH Check 2 Is the machine connected to a network? • To confirm the connection status, use the { or } button to display Setup on the HOME screen and touch the right FUNCTION button, then using the { } [ ] and OK buttons, select Device settings > LAN settings > Confirm LAN settings > WLAN setting list or LAN setting list. Make...
MG8120 series Getting Started
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... Head P.13 5 Load Paper P.15 6 Select Connection Method P.18 7 Install the Software (USB Connection P.19 8 Wireless Setup P.24 Wireless Setup Using Easy Setup P.25 Wireless Setup Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup P.28 Wireless Setup Using WCN (Windows Connect Now P.31 9 Wired Setup P.32 10 Install the Software (Network Connection P.35 Install the Software P.35 Registration (Macintosh P.39 Information P.42 11 Use from Additional Computers P.44 12 Try Using the Machine P.45 Print Photos from a Memory Card P.46 Try Copying P.49 Print Photos from a Computer P.50 13 Specifications...
... Head P.13 5 Load Paper P.15 6 Select Connection Method P.18 7 Install the Software (USB Connection P.19 8 Wireless Setup P.24 Wireless Setup Using Easy Setup P.25 Wireless Setup Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup P.28 Wireless Setup Using WCN (Windows Connect Now P.31 9 Wired Setup P.32 10 Install the Software (Network Connection P.35 Install the Software P.35 Registration (Macintosh P.39 Information P.42 11 Use from Additional Computers P.44 12 Try Using the Machine P.45 Print Photos from a Memory Card P.46 Try Copying P.49 Print Photos from a Computer P.50 13 Specifications...
MG8120 series Getting Started
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... software installation. Troubleshooting Describes troubleshooting tips for problems you may encounter when using the machine. Printed Manuals On-Screen Manuals •Getting Started (this manual) •Network Setup Troubleshooting Describes how to page 45. For details on opening the on-screen manuals, refer to set up and use of machine. Introduces the machine and its functions, the included manuals and application software. Basic Guide Describes basic operations and media, and gives an introduction to make full use your machine...
... software installation. Troubleshooting Describes troubleshooting tips for problems you may encounter when using the machine. Printed Manuals On-Screen Manuals •Getting Started (this manual) •Network Setup Troubleshooting Describes how to page 45. For details on opening the on-screen manuals, refer to set up and use of machine. Introduces the machine and its functions, the included manuals and application software. Basic Guide Describes basic operations and media, and gives an introduction to make full use your machine...
MG8120 series Getting Started
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... the Paper Output Tray (A). Matte Photo Paper MP-101 (for Automatic Print Head Alignment) 7. Ink tanks (6: M, BK, GY, PGBK, C, Y) 3. Open the Paper Output Tray to connect the machine with your computer (USB connection only). Setup CD-ROM (containing the drivers, applications and on the top of the Paper Output Tray. Manuals 4. In addition, do not place any object on -screen manuals) 6. 1 1 2 Preparation A A • Do not install the machine where an object may fall into the machine when opening covers...
... the Paper Output Tray (A). Matte Photo Paper MP-101 (for Automatic Print Head Alignment) 7. Ink tanks (6: M, BK, GY, PGBK, C, Y) 3. Open the Paper Output Tray to connect the machine with your computer (USB connection only). Setup CD-ROM (containing the drivers, applications and on the top of the Paper Output Tray. Manuals 4. In addition, do not place any object on -screen manuals) 6. 1 1 2 Preparation A A • Do not install the machine where an object may fall into the machine when opening covers...
MG8120 series Getting Started
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... LCD open button (E) (1), then adjust the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) (F) to unlock the Scanning Unit (Cover). 3. Move the Scanner Lock Switch (C) towards the release mark to a comfortable viewing angle (2). Open the Document Cover (B). 2. Close the Document Cover. Insert the power cord into the connector on the left side at the back of the machine and into the wall outlet firmly. • Do NOT connect the USB cable or Ethernet cable at...
... LCD open button (E) (1), then adjust the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) (F) to unlock the Scanning Unit (Cover). 3. Move the Scanner Lock Switch (C) towards the release mark to a comfortable viewing angle (2). Open the Document Cover (B). 2. Close the Document Cover. Insert the power cord into the connector on the left side at the back of the machine and into the wall outlet firmly. • Do NOT connect the USB cable or Ethernet cable at...
MG8120 series Getting Started
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... to use from multiple computers. If Your Device Supports Wired Connection Check if it supports IEEE802.11b/g/n. A type of network that connects computers to each other within a limited area (room, building, etc.). The Internet and LAN are types of multiple computers and network devices. 18 Select Connection Method 6 Intended Use • Want to connect to a computer with cables or via wireless communication. Wired Connection Go to "7 Install the Software (USB Connection)" on page...
... to use from multiple computers. If Your Device Supports Wired Connection Check if it supports IEEE802.11b/g/n. A type of network that connects computers to each other within a limited area (room, building, etc.). The Internet and LAN are types of multiple computers and network devices. 18 Select Connection Method 6 Intended Use • Want to connect to a computer with cables or via wireless communication. Wired Connection Go to "7 Install the Software (USB Connection)" on page...
MG8120 series Getting Started
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... software to be copied (installed) to the computer's hard disk. Remove the USB cable connected to your computer has restarted. • For the system requirements, refer to "13 Specifications". □ If you connect the machine via USB cable before installation. • Log on page 20. 2. An Internet connection is installed on the computer environment or the number of the Administrators group). • Do not switch users during the installation process. • Internet connection...
... software to be copied (installed) to the computer's hard disk. Remove the USB cable connected to your computer has restarted. • For the system requirements, refer to "13 Specifications". □ If you connect the machine via USB cable before installation. • Log on page 20. 2. An Internet connection is installed on the computer environment or the number of the Administrators group). • Do not switch users during the installation process. • Internet connection...
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.... 20 7 Install the Software (USB Connection) 3 Windows 7/Windows Vista Windows XP Click Run Msetup4.exe on the AutoPlay screen, then click Yes or Continue on -screen instructions. Operating noise may continue for up to 40 seconds until the machine turns off. • Do NOT connect the USB cable to TURN OFF THE MACHINE. Enter your administrator name or password, click the help button, then follow the on the User Account Control dialog...
.... 20 7 Install the Software (USB Connection) 3 Windows 7/Windows Vista Windows XP Click Run Msetup4.exe on the AutoPlay screen, then click Yes or Continue on -screen instructions. Operating noise may continue for up to 40 seconds until the machine turns off. • Do NOT connect the USB cable to TURN OFF THE MACHINE. Enter your administrator name or password, click the help button, then follow the on the User Account Control dialog...
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... computer before scanning using the machine. 7 Install the Software (USB Connection) 23 Setup is necessary to complete the installation. 7 8 Installing the XPS Printer Driver In Windows 7 and Windows Vista SP1 or later, the XPS Printer Driver can be installed additionally. Remove the Setup CD-ROM and keep it in the Canon Solution Menu EX dialog. For Macintosh Solution Menu EX starts when clicking OK in a safe place. • The buttons displayed on Solution Menu EX may...
... computer before scanning using the machine. 7 Install the Software (USB Connection) 23 Setup is necessary to complete the installation. 7 8 Installing the XPS Printer Driver In Windows 7 and Windows Vista SP1 or later, the XPS Printer Driver can be installed additionally. Remove the Setup CD-ROM and keep it in the Canon Solution Menu EX dialog. For Macintosh Solution Menu EX starts when clicking OK in a safe place. • The buttons displayed on Solution Menu EX may...
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... to check the following information, refer to the manual of your network key by using the Canon PIXMA Wireless Setup Assistant or the instructions which will be used to connect the machine to your access point. □ If you may record the information in the provided spaces and then proceed to page 26. • For other settings, refer to "Wireless Setup Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)" on page 28...
... to check the following information, refer to the manual of your network key by using the Canon PIXMA Wireless Setup Assistant or the instructions which will be used to connect the machine to your access point. □ If you may record the information in the provided spaces and then proceed to page 26. • For other settings, refer to "Wireless Setup Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)" on page 28...
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... the OK button. If the timeout error screen appears even though the setup has been completed within 10 minutes and the timeout error screen appears, touch the OK button to perform the setup again and set the new PIN code displayed on -screen instructions to the printed manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting. 8 Wireless Setup 29 Select WPS, then touch the OK button. If another error appears, refer to operate the machine and access point...
... the OK button. If the timeout error screen appears even though the setup has been completed within 10 minutes and the timeout error screen appears, touch the OK button to perform the setup again and set the new PIN code displayed on -screen instructions to the printed manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting. 8 Wireless Setup 29 Select WPS, then touch the OK button. If another error appears, refer to operate the machine and access point...
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... Windows 7/Windows Vista. The machine supports "WCN-UFD". Select Copy this section only when setting up a wireless connection by using a USB flash drive. 4. A • Canon assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss of the Windows side, select Network, then click Add a wireless device on page 35! 8 Wireless Setup 31 When Wireless LAN settings completed. Click Start > Control Panel > View network status and tasks > Manage wireless networks. 2. Go to . 1. Next, read "10 Install the Software (Network Connection)" on the menu. 2. From the Start menu of data...
... Windows 7/Windows Vista. The machine supports "WCN-UFD". Select Copy this section only when setting up a wireless connection by using a USB flash drive. 4. A • Canon assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss of the Windows side, select Network, then click Add a wireless device on page 35! 8 Wireless Setup 31 When Wireless LAN settings completed. Click Start > Control Panel > View network status and tasks > Manage wireless networks. 2. Go to . 1. Next, read "10 Install the Software (Network Connection)" on the menu. 2. From the Start menu of data...
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... contents appear, double-click MSETUP4. Install the Software (Network Connection) Install the Software 10 • To use this software. Consult the internet service provider. • It may appear that is attempting to "13 Specifications". □ Easy-WebPrint EX Easy-WebPrint EX is Web print software that Canon software is installed on the computer, then insert the Setup CDROM into the CD-ROM drive. If you are using Windows, the setup program starts...
... contents appear, double-click MSETUP4. Install the Software (Network Connection) Install the Software 10 • To use this software. Consult the internet service provider. • It may appear that is attempting to "13 Specifications". □ Easy-WebPrint EX Easy-WebPrint EX is Web print software that Canon software is installed on the computer, then insert the Setup CDROM into the CD-ROM drive. If you are using Windows, the setup program starts...
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... OK in "10 Install the Software (Network Connection)" on page 35. Install software including the drivers on the computer from which to use the machine, go to use the machine. Other settings are not required. For Macintosh It is necessary to start using the Operation Panel on the machine for the first time. Click Custom Install in , then select XPS Printer Driver in the Custom Install screen. For Windows Solution Menu EX starts. Proceed...
... OK in "10 Install the Software (Network Connection)" on page 35. Install software including the drivers on the computer from which to use the machine, go to use the machine. Other settings are not required. For Macintosh It is necessary to start using the Operation Panel on the machine for the first time. Click Custom Install in , then select XPS Printer Driver in the Custom Install screen. For Windows Solution Menu EX starts. Proceed...
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Print Head/Ink Total 6144 nozzles (PgBK 512 nozzles, Y/DyeBK each 512 nozzles, C/M/GY each 1536 nozzles) Copy Specifications Multiple copy max. 99 pages Intensity adjustment 9 positions, Auto intensity (AE copy) Reduction/Enlargement 25% - 400% (1% unit) Scan Specifications Scanner driver TWAIN/WIA (for Borderless Printing: 8.5 inches/216 mm) Operating environment Temperature: 5 to 35°C (41 to 95°F) Humidity: 10 to 90% RH (no condensation) Storage environment Temperature: 0 to...
Print Head/Ink Total 6144 nozzles (PgBK 512 nozzles, Y/DyeBK each 512 nozzles, C/M/GY each 1536 nozzles) Copy Specifications Multiple copy max. 99 pages Intensity adjustment 9 positions, Auto intensity (AE copy) Reduction/Enlargement 25% - 400% (1% unit) Scan Specifications Scanner driver TWAIN/WIA (for Borderless Printing: 8.5 inches/216 mm) Operating environment Temperature: 5 to 35°C (41 to 95°F) Humidity: 10 to 90% RH (no condensation) Storage environment Temperature: 0 to...
