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...be transmitted or copied in order that it will be , representation or warranties concerning the products described. About Consumables Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are trademarks of this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. All rights reserved. No part of ...of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. • Macintosh and Mac are subject to your Canon MP180/MP160. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Canon Inc. has reviewed this manual and in the United States and other countries. • CompactFlash is a registered...
...be transmitted or copied in order that it will be , representation or warranties concerning the products described. About Consumables Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are trademarks of this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. All rights reserved. No part of ...of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. • Macintosh and Mac are subject to your Canon MP180/MP160. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Canon Inc. has reviewed this manual and in the United States and other countries. • CompactFlash is a registered...
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... Becomes Faint Or Color Is Incorrect 75 Printing The Nozzle Check Pattern 76 FINE Cartridge Cleaning 78 FINE Cartridge Deep Cleaning 78 Aligning The FINE Cartridge 79 Cleaning Your Machine 81 10 Troubleshooting 85 An Error Message Is Displayed On... The LCD/LED 86 Cannot See The Display On The LCD/LED 88 Ink Does Not Come Out/Printing Is Blurred... The Machine 112 Specifications 113 Regulatory Information 117 FCC Notice (U.S.A. Only 117 Canon U.S.A., INC.
... Becomes Faint Or Color Is Incorrect 75 Printing The Nozzle Check Pattern 76 FINE Cartridge Cleaning 78 FINE Cartridge Deep Cleaning 78 Aligning The FINE Cartridge 79 Cleaning Your Machine 81 10 Troubleshooting 85 An Error Message Is Displayed On... The LCD/LED 86 Cannot See The Display On The LCD/LED 88 Ink Does Not Come Out/Printing Is Blurred... The Machine 112 Specifications 113 Regulatory Information 117 FCC Notice (U.S.A. Only 117 Canon U.S.A., INC.
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...electrical shock. z If liquid has spilled into the same circuit as appliances such as it in the guides included with the cap that prevents the ink from the power outlet. z If the machine has been dropped or damaged. Turn OFF the power and unplug the machine in "Troubleshooting" on ... cord if necessary. Do not use a power supply source other than the one rated for a long period such as during printing, the FINE Cartridge is kept clear at least five seconds before you have followed the instructions provided in the following conditions: z When the power cord or plug is...
...electrical shock. z If liquid has spilled into the same circuit as appliances such as it in the guides included with the cap that prevents the ink from the power outlet. z If the machine has been dropped or damaged. Turn OFF the power and unplug the machine in "Troubleshooting" on ... cord if necessary. Do not use a power supply source other than the one rated for a long period such as during printing, the FINE Cartridge is kept clear at least five seconds before you have followed the instructions provided in the following conditions: z When the power cord or plug is...
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... liquids such as these may short-circuit, resulting in personal injury. Parts inside the machine, turn it is printing. Ink may cause ink to leak out. 6 If ink gets on your hands or clothing. Do not subject the machine to remove. This can damage the machine's components....the Document Cover gently to avoid catching your local authorized Canon dealer or the Canon help line. Do not touch the high-voltage electrical parts as jewelry and watches z Containers of the FINE Cartridge. If you use hot water, the ink may indicate a need for servicing. Before moving the...
... liquids such as these may short-circuit, resulting in personal injury. Parts inside the machine, turn it is printing. Ink may cause ink to leak out. 6 If ink gets on your hands or clothing. Do not subject the machine to remove. This can damage the machine's components....the Document Cover gently to avoid catching your local authorized Canon dealer or the Canon help line. Do not touch the high-voltage electrical parts as jewelry and watches z Containers of the FINE Cartridge. If you use hot water, the ink may indicate a need for servicing. Before moving the...
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Never touch the nozzle and the gold terminal. 7 If a child ingests any ink, consult a doctor immediately. Ink may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area. FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) For safety reasons, store FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) out of the reach of small children. Do not shake FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges).
Never touch the nozzle and the gold terminal. 7 If a child ingests any ink, consult a doctor immediately. Ink may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area. FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) For safety reasons, store FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) out of the reach of small children. Do not shake FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges).
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... the computer. z Rear view and interior (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (16) (15) (17) (18) (10) FINE Cartridge Holder Install the FINE Cartridges here. (11) FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) Replaceable cartridge that comprises an integrated Print Head and ink tank. Chapter 1 Before Printing 11 This lamp flashes while the machine is inserted into these slots for the...
... the computer. z Rear view and interior (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (16) (15) (17) (18) (10) FINE Cartridge Holder Install the FINE Cartridges here. (11) FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) Replaceable cartridge that comprises an integrated Print Head and ink tank. Chapter 1 Before Printing 11 This lamp flashes while the machine is inserted into these slots for the...
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...be connected to the settings selected. Before turning ON the machine, make sure the Document Cover is closed. (11) Black/Color Ink Lamp Lights when a Black/Color FINE Cartridge is enabled. (4) [SCAN] Button Opens the MP Navigator to scan a document to your computer according to a computer. (5) Alarm... Lamp Lights if an error occurs, or when the paper or ink runs out. (6) LED (Light Emitting Diode) Displays the number of copies....
...be connected to the settings selected. Before turning ON the machine, make sure the Document Cover is closed. (11) Black/Color Ink Lamp Lights when a Black/Color FINE Cartridge is enabled. (4) [SCAN] Button Opens the MP Navigator to scan a document to your computer according to a computer. (5) Alarm... Lamp Lights if an error occurs, or when the paper or ink runs out. (6) LED (Light Emitting Diode) Displays the number of copies....
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...OFF]. 14 Before Printing Chapter 1 z If the machine is closed. z Your machine performs a FINE Cartridge cleaning every time you plug in order to produce highdefinition prints. This ensures the FINE Cartridge is operating. Note z The power cannot be turned OFF with [ON/OFF] while the machine is ...covered to prevent this kind of ink during the cleaning process. Periodically printing or performing FINE Cartridge cleaning can help to prevent it from drying out. Turning The Machine ON/OFF 1 Press [ON/OFF] to...
...OFF]. 14 Before Printing Chapter 1 z If the machine is closed. z Your machine performs a FINE Cartridge cleaning every time you plug in order to produce highdefinition prints. This ensures the FINE Cartridge is operating. Note z The power cannot be turned OFF with [ON/OFF] while the machine is ...covered to prevent this kind of ink during the cleaning process. Periodically printing or performing FINE Cartridge cleaning can help to prevent it from drying out. Turning The Machine ON/OFF 1 Press [ON/OFF] to...
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... are also compatible with a new one of the FINE Cartridges is probably empty. When replacing a FINE Cartridge, check the model number very carefully. The FINE Cartridge Holder moves to the left. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance Replacing A FINE Cartridge If there is no improvement with the quality of printing ... machine is turned ON, and then open the Scanning Unit. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance 67 Replace the empty FINE Cartridge with this machine. Replacing A FINE Cartridge When a FINE Cartridge runs out of ink, replace it using the following such maintenance as FINE...
... are also compatible with a new one of the FINE Cartridges is probably empty. When replacing a FINE Cartridge, check the model number very carefully. The FINE Cartridge Holder moves to the left. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance Replacing A FINE Cartridge If there is no improvement with the quality of printing ... machine is turned ON, and then open the Scanning Unit. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance 67 Replace the empty FINE Cartridge with this machine. Replacing A FINE Cartridge When a FINE Cartridge runs out of ink, replace it using the following such maintenance as FINE...
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z Discard empty FINE Cartridges according to avoid staining your clothes or the surrounding work area. 2 Remove the empty FINE Cartridge. (1) (2) (1) Push the FINE Cartridge down. (2) Remove the FINE Cartridge. Caution Do not touch the transparent film (A), film cable (B), ink absorber (sponge part) (C), or any metal parts. (A) (B) (C) 68 Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 Important z Handle FINE Cartridges carefully to local laws and disposal regulations.
z Discard empty FINE Cartridges according to avoid staining your clothes or the surrounding work area. 2 Remove the empty FINE Cartridge. (1) (2) (1) Push the FINE Cartridge down. (2) Remove the FINE Cartridge. Caution Do not touch the transparent film (A), film cable (B), ink absorber (sponge part) (C), or any metal parts. (A) (B) (C) 68 Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 Important z Handle FINE Cartridges carefully to local laws and disposal regulations.
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... Scanning Unit Support back to the right. Color ink is consumed during Cartridge cleaning, which advises when to maintain the machine's capabilities. 70 Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 z Replace the FINE Cartridge promptly. The FINE Cartridge Holder moves to its first use (We recommend that you use Canon brand FINE Cartridge. Note If the straight line is misaligned...
... Scanning Unit Support back to the right. Color ink is consumed during Cartridge cleaning, which advises when to maintain the machine's capabilities. 70 Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 z Replace the FINE Cartridge promptly. The FINE Cartridge Holder moves to its first use (We recommend that you use Canon brand FINE Cartridge. Note If the straight line is misaligned...
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... the LCD (MP180) / the Black/Color Ink Lamp lights (MP160) when ink becomes low. Ex: COPY MODE BLK COL (1) (1) Indicates the remaining ink volume at four different levels. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance 71 If you continue to identify the empty Cartridge using the LCD/LED and replace it will ... as possible. z Press [Stop/Reset] to press [OK] (MP180) / [Black] or [Color] (MP160) with an empty FINE Cartridge. z When Ink is Low or appears on the LED (MP160) when ink becomes empty during printing. See "An Error Message Is Displayed On The LCD/LED" on page 75. Obtain ...
... the LCD (MP180) / the Black/Color Ink Lamp lights (MP160) when ink becomes low. Ex: COPY MODE BLK COL (1) (1) Indicates the remaining ink volume at four different levels. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance 71 If you continue to identify the empty Cartridge using the LCD/LED and replace it will ... as possible. z Press [Stop/Reset] to press [OK] (MP180) / [Black] or [Color] (MP160) with an empty FINE Cartridge. z When Ink is Low or appears on the LED (MP160) when ink becomes empty during printing. See "An Error Message Is Displayed On The LCD/LED" on page 75. Obtain ...
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...? It also appears automatically during printing. z When the "!" The ink counter assumes the ink is full when a new FINE Cartridge is installed, a message that the FINE Cartridges are running out of ink cannot be detected appears. Canon IJ Status Monitor appears. The Low Ink Warning is low. Open the [Canon IJ Printer Utility] dialog box, and then select...
...? It also appears automatically during printing. z When the "!" The ink counter assumes the ink is full when a new FINE Cartridge is installed, a message that the FINE Cartridges are running out of ink cannot be detected appears. Canon IJ Status Monitor appears. The Low Ink Warning is low. Open the [Canon IJ Printer Utility] dialog box, and then select...
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...] from [Name] in [Media Type]. The [Black only] setting can print with either the Color or Black FINE Cartridge only for a while. Choose the name of ink, remember to return the [Ink Cartridge Settings] to printing with new one. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance 73 Open [Printer Setup Utility] (or Print Center). 2. If you select [Color...
...] from [Name] in [Media Type]. The [Black only] setting can print with either the Color or Black FINE Cartridge only for a while. Choose the name of ink, remember to return the [Ink Cartridge Settings] to printing with new one. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance 73 Open [Printer Setup Utility] (or Print Center). 2. If you select [Color...
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... and printing stops. In either case, clicking [OK] cancels the error indication and enables continuation of ink cannot be calculated correctly. When you install an old FINE Cartridge, the "?" mark appears on . However, the error detection function is disabled after the error indication ...is canceled, therefore, Low Ink Warning message does not appear later on the Low Ink Warning If you install a new FINE Cartridge, the Low Ink Warning is enabled automatically. 74 Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 z When the "?" icon ...
... and printing stops. In either case, clicking [OK] cancels the error indication and enables continuation of ink cannot be calculated correctly. When you install an old FINE Cartridge, the "?" mark appears on . However, the error detection function is disabled after the error indication ...is canceled, therefore, Low Ink Warning message does not appear later on the Low Ink Warning If you install a new FINE Cartridge, the Low Ink Warning is enabled automatically. 74 Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 z When the "?" icon ...
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... NOZZLE CHECK X 4 Press [OK]. or Letter-sized plain paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder. 2 Press [Maintenance] repeatedly until appears. 3 Use [ ] or [ ] to determine whether the ink is incorrect. Printing The Nozzle Check Pattern 1 Load A4- For details on confirming the nozzle check pattern, see page 77. 76 Routine Maintenance Chapter... pattern. 5 Confirm the nozzle check pattern. Use this function when the printed results are blurred or the color is being ejected properly from the FINE Cartridge Nozzles.
... NOZZLE CHECK X 4 Press [OK]. or Letter-sized plain paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder. 2 Press [Maintenance] repeatedly until appears. 3 Use [ ] or [ ] to determine whether the ink is incorrect. Printing The Nozzle Check Pattern 1 Load A4- For details on confirming the nozzle check pattern, see page 77. 76 Routine Maintenance Chapter... pattern. 5 Confirm the nozzle check pattern. Use this function when the printed results are blurred or the color is being ejected properly from the FINE Cartridge Nozzles.
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If the ink level is not printed correctly. Confirming The Nozzle Check Pattern This section describes how to confirm the nozzle check pattern and the FINE Cartridge position pattern. (A) Note If the ink level is low, the nozzle check pattern is low, replace the relevant FINE Cartridge. (See page 67) z If the lines are broken (1), or white lines (2) are present in the pattern (A), clean the FINE Cartridge. (See page 78) (1) (2) Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance 77
If the ink level is not printed correctly. Confirming The Nozzle Check Pattern This section describes how to confirm the nozzle check pattern and the FINE Cartridge position pattern. (A) Note If the ink level is low, the nozzle check pattern is low, replace the relevant FINE Cartridge. (See page 67) z If the lines are broken (1), or white lines (2) are present in the pattern (A), clean the FINE Cartridge. (See page 78) (1) (2) Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance 77
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...x 7.13 (H) in MP180: Approx. 6.5 kg (14.4 lb) MP160: Approx. 6.3 kg (13.9 lb) Ink Cartridges Standard Canon FINE Cartridges Black: Canon FINE Cartridge PG-40 Color: Canon FINE Cartridge CL-41 High Yield Canon FINE Cartridges (Option) Black: Canon FINE Cartridge PG-50 Color: Canon FINE Cartridge CL-51 Nozzles Black: 320 nozzles (600 dpi) Cyan, Magenta, Yellow... ppm 203.2 mm max. (8.0 in) (for Borderless Printing: 216.0 mm/8.5 in) Resident print control mode Receive buffer Canon extended mode 43 KB Interface USB 2.0 Hi-Speed / Direct Print Port Acoustic noise level Approx. 45 dB (A) (when ...
...x 7.13 (H) in MP180: Approx. 6.5 kg (14.4 lb) MP160: Approx. 6.3 kg (13.9 lb) Ink Cartridges Standard Canon FINE Cartridges Black: Canon FINE Cartridge PG-40 Color: Canon FINE Cartridge CL-41 High Yield Canon FINE Cartridges (Option) Black: Canon FINE Cartridge PG-50 Color: Canon FINE Cartridge CL-51 Nozzles Black: 320 nozzles (600 dpi) Cyan, Magenta, Yellow... ppm 203.2 mm max. (8.0 in) (for Borderless Printing: 216.0 mm/8.5 in) Resident print control mode Receive buffer Canon extended mode 43 KB Interface USB 2.0 Hi-Speed / Direct Print Port Acoustic noise level Approx. 45 dB (A) (when ...
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... comparable rebuilt, recovered, remanufactured, repaired and/or recycled parts or; (c) exchanged for refurbished Products. Non-Canon brand equipment and software that may be distributed with the Product are sold by Canon USA), including nonCanon ink cartridges or refilled ink cartridges, that cause damage to you , alteration, accident, electrical current fluctuations, improper use of the Product and...
... comparable rebuilt, recovered, remanufactured, repaired and/or recycled parts or; (c) exchanged for refurbished Products. Non-Canon brand equipment and software that may be distributed with the Product are sold by Canon USA), including nonCanon ink cartridges or refilled ink cartridges, that cause damage to you , alteration, accident, electrical current fluctuations, improper use of the Product and...
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... explanation of refurbished or new replacement units. One Canon Plaza Lake Success, NY 11042 USA Canon is available only during such period. DO NOT INCLUDE ANY OTHER ITEMS WITH THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT IN THE RETURN SHIPPING CARTON, AND BE SURE TO RETAIN YOUR PRINTHEAD AND INK CARTRIDGE(S) AND TANK(S). You will be covered for...
... explanation of refurbished or new replacement units. One Canon Plaza Lake Success, NY 11042 USA Canon is available only during such period. DO NOT INCLUDE ANY OTHER ITEMS WITH THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT IN THE RETURN SHIPPING CARTON, AND BE SURE TO RETAIN YOUR PRINTHEAD AND INK CARTRIDGE(S) AND TANK(S). You will be covered for...