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.... As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Canon Inc. This machine supports Exif 2.21 (also called "Exif Print"). About Consumables Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are trademarks of shooting is a standard for 5 years after production has stopped. Trademark Notices • Windows is a...digital cameras and printers. Specifications are not intended to be, nor should they be understood to your Canon MP180/MP160. By connecting to change without expressed written permission from Canon Inc. 1 All rights reserved. No part of this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines...
.... As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Canon Inc. This machine supports Exif 2.21 (also called "Exif Print"). About Consumables Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are trademarks of shooting is a standard for 5 years after production has stopped. Trademark Notices • Windows is a...digital cameras and printers. Specifications are not intended to be, nor should they be understood to your Canon MP180/MP160. By connecting to change without expressed written permission from Canon Inc. 1 All rights reserved. No part of this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines...
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LIMITED WARRANTY (USA Only 118 Users In Canada 121 Customer Technical Supports 121 Index 122 2 Only 117 Canon U.S.A., INC. Table of Contents Safety Precautions 3 Reading The Document 8 Symbols Used In This Guide 8 Legal Limitations On Use Of Your Product And Use Of Images 9 1 ... 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/ Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks/ Straight Lines Are Misaligned/ Cannot Print...
LIMITED WARRANTY (USA Only 118 Users In Canada 121 Customer Technical Supports 121 Index 122 2 Only 117 Canon U.S.A., INC. Table of Contents Safety Precautions 3 Reading The Document 8 Symbols Used In This Guide 8 Legal Limitations On Use Of Your Product And Use Of Images 9 1 ... 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/ Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks/ Straight Lines Are Misaligned/ Cannot Print...
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...shock. When turning OFF the power, be used for the machine in the country where you purchased the machine as during printing, the FINE Cartridge is damaged or frayed. Otherwise you turn OFF the power and disconnect the power cord from drying. Whenever you will not be sure to...the instructions in "Troubleshooting" on local electrical requirements) Do not plug the machine into the machine. Use only the power cord that prevents the ink from the power outlet. z If the machine does not operate normally when you plug it may damage the cord and cause a fire or electrical...
...shock. When turning OFF the power, be used for the machine in the country where you purchased the machine as during printing, the FINE Cartridge is damaged or frayed. Otherwise you turn OFF the power and disconnect the power cord from drying. Whenever you will not be sure to...the instructions in "Troubleshooting" on local electrical requirements) Do not plug the machine into the machine. Use only the power cord that prevents the ink from the power outlet. z If the machine does not operate normally when you plug it may damage the cord and cause a fire or electrical...
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... in fire or electrical shock. Then, contact your hand. After printing, do so may result in the guides since improper adjustment of the FINE Cartridge. This can damage the machine's components. Do not insert your hands into contact with internal electrical components, the machine may result in burns or ... or the Canon help line. Failing to do not touch the electrical contacts of other liquids such as this may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area. Do not place heavy objects on your hands or clothing. If ink gets on top of the machine. They will be ...
... in fire or electrical shock. Then, contact your hand. After printing, do so may result in the guides since improper adjustment of the FINE Cartridge. This can damage the machine's components. Do not insert your hands into contact with internal electrical components, the machine may result in burns or ... or the Canon help line. Failing to do not touch the electrical contacts of other liquids such as this may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area. Do not place heavy objects on your hands or clothing. If ink gets on top of the machine. They will be ...
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Ink may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area. 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. FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) For safety reasons, store FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) out of the reach of small children.
Ink may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area. 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. FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) For safety reasons, store FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) out of the reach of small children.
User's Guide
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...lever to the correct position for photo printing. Important While the machine is printing from or scanning to adjust the gap between the FINE Cartridge and surface of Card Slot. (14) Access Lamp (MP180) Lights when a memory card is in two types, Color (on the... (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. The machine is equipped with two kinds of the printing paper. This lamp flashes while the machine...
...lever to the correct position for photo printing. Important While the machine is printing from or scanning to adjust the gap between the FINE Cartridge and surface of Card Slot. (14) Access Lamp (MP180) Lights when a memory card is in two types, Color (on the... (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. The machine is equipped with two kinds of the printing paper. This lamp flashes while the machine...
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Chapter 1 Before Printing 13 To use this button 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. * In the software applications or manuals, [Black] and/or [Color] buttons are... returns the machine 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 standby mode. (10) [ON...
Chapter 1 Before Printing 13 To use this button 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. * In the software applications or manuals, [Black] and/or [Color] buttons are... returns the machine 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 standby mode. (10) [ON...
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...is covered to produce highdefinition prints. Important z Always press [ON/OFF] before disconnecting the power cord. Periodically printing or performing FINE Cartridge cleaning can help to turn the machine ON and OFF. Before turning ON the machine, make sure the Document Cover is not used ...of time, we recommend making black & white and color prints/copies or performing FINE Cartridge cleaning about once every month to prevent degradation of ink during the cleaning process. This ensures the FINE Cartridge is operating. z If the machine is closed. Note z The power cannot be turned...
...is covered to produce highdefinition prints. Important z Always press [ON/OFF] before disconnecting the power cord. Periodically printing or performing FINE Cartridge cleaning can help to turn the machine ON and OFF. Before turning ON the machine, make sure the Document Cover is not used ...of time, we recommend making black & white and color prints/copies or performing FINE Cartridge cleaning about once every month to prevent degradation of ink during the cleaning process. This ensures the FINE Cartridge is operating. z If the machine is closed. Note z The power cannot be turned...
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... improvement with this machine. Replacing A FINE Cartridge When a FINE Cartridge runs out of ink, replace it using the following such maintenance as FINE Cartridge Cleaning, one . When replacing a FINE Cartridge, check the model number very carefully. Pull the Scanning Unit Support down into place. The FINE Cartridge Holder moves to the left. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance...
... improvement with this machine. Replacing A FINE Cartridge When a FINE Cartridge runs out of ink, replace it using the following such maintenance as FINE Cartridge Cleaning, one . When replacing a FINE Cartridge, check the model number very carefully. Pull the Scanning Unit Support down into place. The FINE Cartridge Holder moves to the left. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance...
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Important z Handle FINE Cartridges carefully to local laws and disposal regulations. 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 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.
Important z Handle FINE Cartridges carefully to local laws and disposal regulations. 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 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.
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... Chapter 9 z To maintain optimal print quality, use up all the ink in the machine). z Color ink consumption may not print properly due to exchange the FINE Cartridge will be inaccurate. The FINE Cartridge Holder moves to its first use Canon brand FINE Cartridge. z When a FINE Cartridge runs out of its original position. If you note the date...
... Chapter 9 z To maintain optimal print quality, use up all the ink in the machine). z Color ink consumption may not print properly due to exchange the FINE Cartridge will be inaccurate. The FINE Cartridge Holder moves to its first use Canon brand FINE Cartridge. z When a FINE Cartridge runs out of its original position. If you note the date...
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...(MP180) / the Black/Color Ink Lamp lights (MP160) when ink becomes low. z Press [Stop/Reset] to print. Printing does not resume if any of trouble. * Be sure to press [OK] (MP180) / [Black] or [Color] (MP160) with an empty FINE Cartridge, the ink level will display the ink level for a few seconds.... Note If an error message is displayed on the LCD/LED, a FINE Cartridge error has occurred and the machine cannot continue to cancel the current print...
...(MP180) / the Black/Color Ink Lamp lights (MP160) when ink becomes low. z Press [Stop/Reset] to print. Printing does not resume if any of trouble. * Be sure to press [OK] (MP180) / [Black] or [Color] (MP160) with an empty FINE Cartridge, the ink level will display the ink level for a few seconds.... Note If an error message is displayed on the LCD/LED, a FINE Cartridge error has occurred and the machine cannot continue to cancel the current print...
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..., a message that the FINE Cartridges are running out of ink. Canon IJ Status Monitor appears. mark appears on the Low Ink Warning The ink level of ink cannot be detected appears. In this instance, if an old FINE Cartridge is the ink counter calculating the remaining level of ink and advising you have a new FINE Cartridge. 72 Routine Maintenance Chapter...
..., a message that the FINE Cartridges are running out of ink. Canon IJ Status Monitor appears. mark appears on the Low Ink Warning The ink level of ink cannot be detected appears. In this instance, if an old FINE Cartridge is the ink counter calculating the remaining level of ink and advising you have a new FINE Cartridge. 72 Routine Maintenance Chapter...
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...Maintenance 73 Note Setting of FINE Cartridges If a FINE Cartridge runs out of ink, you can be used when you select [Color only] or [Black only] when the cartridge runs out of ink, remember to return the [Ink Cartridge Settings] to printing with both cartridges. 1. However the same printing ...Printer Setup Utility] (or Print Center). 2. Select [Color only] when the cartridge runs out of Black ink, or select [Black only] when the cartridge runs out of Color ink, and then click the [OK] button. 1. Choose [Ink Cartridge Settings] from [Product] and click the [Maintenance] button. 4. If you...
...Maintenance 73 Note Setting of FINE Cartridges If a FINE Cartridge runs out of ink, you can be used when you select [Color only] or [Black only] when the cartridge runs out of ink, remember to return the [Ink Cartridge Settings] to printing with both cartridges. 1. However the same printing ...Printer Setup Utility] (or Print Center). 2. Select [Color only] when the cartridge runs out of Black ink, or select [Black only] when the cartridge runs out of Color ink, and then click the [OK] button. 1. Choose [Ink Cartridge Settings] from [Product] and click the [Maintenance] button. 4. If you...
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... "?" mark appears, the following message appears and printing stops. When you install a new FINE Cartridge, the Low Ink Warning is canceled, therefore, Low Ink Warning message does not appear later on the Low Ink Warning If you install an old FINE Cartridge, the "?" In either case, clicking [OK] cancels the error indication and enables continuation...
... "?" mark appears, the following message appears and printing stops. When you install a new FINE Cartridge, the Low Ink Warning is canceled, therefore, Low Ink Warning message does not appear later on the Low Ink Warning If you install an old FINE Cartridge, the "?" In either case, clicking [OK] cancels the error indication and enables continuation...
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...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. 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- Printing The Nozzle Check Pattern Print the nozzle check pattern to select . 8....
...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. 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- Printing The Nozzle Check Pattern Print the nozzle check pattern to select . 8....
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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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... (D) x 181 (H) mm 17.44 (W) x 15.00 (D) 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: 384 x 3 nozzles...
... (D) x 181 (H) mm 17.44 (W) x 15.00 (D) 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: 384 x 3 nozzles...
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...improper packaging by you in new condition in , Canon USA's user's manual or other documentation, or services performed by someone other than those sold by Canon USA), including nonCanon ink cartridges or refilled ink cartridges, that may be distributed with this requirement. Defective... parts or a defective Product returned to a Canon USA repair facility or a Canon USA Authorized Service Facility ("ASF"), ...
...improper packaging by you in new condition in , Canon USA's user's manual or other documentation, or services performed by someone other than those sold by Canon USA), including nonCanon ink cartridges or refilled ink cartridges, that may be distributed with this requirement. Defective... parts or a defective Product returned to a Canon USA repair facility or a Canon USA Authorized Service Facility ("ASF"), ...
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...which vary from state to state. * Support program specifics are subject to change without notice. ** InstantExchange warranty service is by 3 p.m. Canon U.S.A., Inc. After receipt of the replacement Product (with a replacement Product, which the replacement Product was packed and include the reference number...original limited warranty. InstantExchange Service expedites, usually by Canon USA. E.T. 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). NOTE THAT BY USING THIS ...
...which vary from state to state. * Support program specifics are subject to change without notice. ** InstantExchange warranty service is by 3 p.m. Canon U.S.A., Inc. After receipt of the replacement Product (with a replacement Product, which the replacement Product was packed and include the reference number...original limited warranty. InstantExchange Service expedites, usually by Canon USA. E.T. 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). NOTE THAT BY USING THIS ...