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...not intended to be, nor should they be understood to be an easy-to-use guide to your Canon MP180/MP160. This machine supports Exif 2.21 (also called "Exif Print"). Copyright ©2006 CANON INC. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be transmitted or copied in order that...'s image data at the time of SD Association. Exif Print is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints. About Consumables Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are trademarks of shooting is a standard for 5 years after production has stopped. As an ENERGY STAR® partner...
...not intended to be, nor should they be understood to be an easy-to-use guide to your Canon MP180/MP160. This machine supports Exif 2.21 (also called "Exif Print"). Copyright ©2006 CANON INC. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be transmitted or copied in order that...'s image data at the time of SD Association. Exif Print is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints. About Consumables Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are trademarks of shooting is a standard for 5 years after production has stopped. As an ENERGY STAR® partner...
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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 ... 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 To End Of Job 89 Back Of...
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 ... 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 To End Of Job 89 Back Of...
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... with the cap that came with your machine. The operating requirement of this may result in again. Use only the power cord that prevents the ink from the power outlet. z If liquid has spilled into the same circuit as appliances such as it in fire or electrical shock. z If the machine...
... with the cap that came with your machine. The operating requirement of this may result in again. Use only the power cord that prevents the ink from the power outlet. z If liquid has spilled into the same circuit as appliances such as it in fire or electrical shock. z If the machine...
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...circuit, resulting in fire or electrical shock. Do not subject the machine to scan thick books. Before moving the machine, turn the machine upside down. Ink may indicate a need for servicing. Adjust only those controls that are moving the machine, carry the machine at both ends. Failing to do not ...out and stain clothing or the surrounding area. They will be careful not to get ink on your local authorized Canon dealer or the Canon help line. Do not press down . If you use hot water, the ink may cause ink to leak out. 6 Do not turn OFF the power and unplug the machine. When...
...circuit, resulting in fire or electrical shock. Do not subject the machine to scan thick books. Before moving the machine, turn the machine upside down. Ink may indicate a need for servicing. Adjust only those controls that are moving the machine, carry the machine at both ends. Failing to do not ...out and stain clothing or the surrounding area. They will be careful not to get ink on your local authorized Canon dealer or the Canon help line. Do not press down . If you use hot water, the ink may cause ink to leak out. 6 Do not turn OFF the power and unplug the machine. When...
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FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) For safety reasons, store FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) out of the reach of small children. If a child ingests any ink, consult a doctor immediately. Never touch the nozzle and the gold terminal. 7 Ink may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area. Do not shake FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges).
FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) For safety reasons, store FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) out of the reach of small children. If a child ingests any ink, consult a doctor immediately. Never touch the nozzle and the gold terminal. 7 Ink may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area. Do not shake FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges).
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... 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...
... 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...
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... 1 Before turning ON the machine, make sure the Document Cover is closed. (10) Alarm Lamp Lights if an error occurs, or when the paper or ink runs out. (11) [Menu] Button Accesses the settings to customize operation of copies or the image file number. (13) [OK] Button Selects or confirms settings...
... 1 Before turning ON the machine, make sure the Document Cover is closed. (10) Alarm Lamp Lights if an error occurs, or when the paper or ink runs out. (11) [Menu] Button Accesses the settings to customize operation of copies or the image file number. (13) [OK] Button Selects or confirms settings...
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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. (... or operations. (8) [Color] Button* Starts color copying. 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 collectively called...
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. (... or operations. (8) [Color] Button* Starts color copying. 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 collectively called...
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... of time, we recommend making black & white and color prints/copies or performing FINE Cartridge cleaning about once every month to prevent this kind of ink during the cleaning process. Periodically printing or performing FINE Cartridge cleaning can help to prevent degradation of a felt-tip or marker pen will naturally dry...
... of time, we recommend making black & white and color prints/copies or performing FINE Cartridge cleaning about once every month to prevent this kind of ink during the cleaning process. Periodically printing or performing FINE Cartridge cleaning can help to prevent degradation of a felt-tip or marker pen will naturally dry...
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... Glass. z Make sure any objects weighing more than 4.4 lb / 2 kg on the lower right corner of the Platen Glass. Important z Do not place any glue, ink, or correction fluid on the document is completely dry before loading. 1 Lift the Document Cover. 2 Load your document face down on the Platen Glass for...
... Glass. z Make sure any objects weighing more than 4.4 lb / 2 kg on the lower right corner of the Platen Glass. Important z Do not place any glue, ink, or correction fluid on the document is completely dry before loading. 1 Lift the Document Cover. 2 Load your document face down on the Platen Glass for...
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... Before Printing Chapter 1 z Place the paper back into its edges and try not to curl is curled, uncurl (flatten) it , and store out of ink for printing mainly text. General Paper Guidelines Paper Types You Cannot Use Do not use: z Folded, creased, curled, or wrinkled paper z Envelopes ... of direct sunlight in ./20 mm), such as possible to its packet when not using it before printing. or 105 g/m2) other than genuine Canon paper z Postcards with photographs or stickers adhered to them z Envelopes made with embossed or treated surfaces Handling Paper z Hold the paper as...
... Before Printing Chapter 1 z Place the paper back into its edges and try not to curl is curled, uncurl (flatten) it , and store out of ink for printing mainly text. General Paper Guidelines Paper Types You Cannot Use Do not use: z Folded, creased, curled, or wrinkled paper z Envelopes ... of direct sunlight in ./20 mm), such as possible to its packet when not using it before printing. or 105 g/m2) other than genuine Canon paper z Postcards with photographs or stickers adhered to them z Envelopes made with embossed or treated surfaces Handling Paper z Hold the paper as...
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... surface to insure optimal print quality. It is thicker than plain paper. Load the paper with the whiter side facing up . Do not use genuine Canon paper to produce near photographic quality printouts. x 11 in./ Printing from your 215.9 mm x 279.4 mm) computer/photo A4 (8 1/4 in the ... paper is suitable for printing business documents that you can print without any white borders. Do not touch the printing surface until the ink has dried. Load the paper with this paper. By using borderless printing, you use the loading support sheet included with the whiter side...
... surface to insure optimal print quality. It is thicker than plain paper. Load the paper with the whiter side facing up . Do not use genuine Canon paper to produce near photographic quality printouts. x 11 in./ Printing from your 215.9 mm x 279.4 mm) computer/photo A4 (8 1/4 in the ... paper is suitable for printing business documents that you can print without any white borders. Do not touch the printing surface until the ink has dried. Load the paper with this paper. By using borderless printing, you use the loading support sheet included with the whiter side...
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... may smudge if you may appear indistinct at first, but will become clearer after approx. 30 minutes. x 11 3/4 in an album before the ink is dry (approx. 30 minutes). The T-Shirt Transfer should be able to produce ironon transfers. z Photo Paper Pro Guidelines z Do not touch the... print surface until the ink is completely dry. Colors in dark images may not be used to remove them in ./ Printing from your computer. z Do not attempt to...
... may smudge if you may appear indistinct at first, but will become clearer after approx. 30 minutes. x 11 3/4 in an album before the ink is dry (approx. 30 minutes). The T-Shirt Transfer should be able to produce ironon transfers. z Photo Paper Pro Guidelines z Do not touch the... print surface until the ink is completely dry. Colors in dark images may not be used to remove them in ./ Printing from your computer. z Do not attempt to...
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... Color: CL-41 Color The FINE Cartridge PG-50 Black (High Yield) and CL-51 Color (High Yield) are also compatible with a new one of ink, replace it using the following steps. 1 Ensure that the machine is used, or installed incorrectly. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance 67
... Color: CL-41 Color The FINE Cartridge PG-50 Black (High Yield) and CL-51 Color (High Yield) are also compatible with a new one of ink, replace it using the following steps. 1 Ensure that the machine is used, or installed incorrectly. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance 67
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z Discard empty FINE Cartridges according to avoid staining your clothes or the surrounding work area. 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 2 Remove the empty FINE Cartridge. (1) (2) (1) Push the FINE Cartridge down. (2) Remove the FINE Cartridge.
z Discard empty FINE Cartridges according to avoid staining your clothes or the surrounding work area. 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 2 Remove the empty FINE Cartridge. (1) (2) (1) Push the FINE Cartridge down. (2) Remove the FINE Cartridge.
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...advises when to exchange the FINE Cartridge will be inaccurate. 5 Close the Scanning Unit. Replenishing ink only is specified. z Color ink consumption may not print properly due to its first use Canon brand FINE Cartridge. See "Aligning The FINE Cartridge" on page 79. Lift the Scanning Unit ... line is misaligned or the FINE Cartridge position is necessary to the right. z To maintain optimal print quality, use up all the ink in the machine). Then close the Scanning Unit. The FINE Cartridge Holder moves to maintain the machine's capabilities. 70 Routine Maintenance Chapter ...
...advises when to exchange the FINE Cartridge will be inaccurate. 5 Close the Scanning Unit. Replenishing ink only is specified. z Color ink consumption may not print properly due to its first use Canon brand FINE Cartridge. See "Aligning The FINE Cartridge" on page 79. Lift the Scanning Unit ... line is misaligned or the FINE Cartridge position is necessary to the right. z To maintain optimal print quality, use up all the ink in the machine). Then close the Scanning Unit. The FINE Cartridge Holder moves to maintain the machine's capabilities. 70 Routine Maintenance Chapter ...
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...is Low or appears on the LCD (MP180) / the Black/Color Ink Lamp lights (MP160) when ink becomes low. Printing will display the ink level for a few seconds. Ex: COPY MODE BLK COL (1) (1) Indicates the remaining ink volume at four different levels. The LCD will resume as soon as possible... and the machine cannot continue to press [OK] (MP180) / [Black] or [Color] (MP160) with an empty FINE Cartridge. Note If an error message is displayed on the LED (MP160) when ink becomes empty during printing. If you continue to resume printing with all the FINE Cartridges installed.
...is Low or appears on the LCD (MP180) / the Black/Color Ink Lamp lights (MP160) when ink becomes low. Printing will display the ink level for a few seconds. Ex: COPY MODE BLK COL (1) (1) Indicates the remaining ink volume at four different levels. The LCD will resume as soon as possible... and the machine cannot continue to press [OK] (MP180) / [Black] or [Color] (MP160) with an empty FINE Cartridge. Note If an error message is displayed on the LED (MP160) when ink becomes empty during printing. If you continue to resume printing with all the FINE Cartridges installed.
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...mark appears on the Low Ink Warning The ink level of ink during printing. mark is installed, and then starts the remaining level of ink. What Is A Low Ink Warning? Click the [Maintenance]... tab and then click [View Printer Status]. You should ensure you that the remaining level of ink and advising ...this instance, if an old FINE Cartridge is the ink counter calculating the remaining level of ink cannot be detected appears. The Low Ink Warning is installed, a message that the FINE Cartridges ...
...mark appears on the Low Ink Warning The ink level of ink during printing. mark is installed, and then starts the remaining level of ink. What Is A Low Ink Warning? Click the [Maintenance]... tab and then click [View Printer Status]. You should ensure you that the remaining level of ink and advising ...this instance, if an old FINE Cartridge is the ink counter calculating the remaining level of ink cannot be detected appears. The Low Ink Warning is installed, a message that the FINE Cartridges ...
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... However the same printing quality cannot be enabled. 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 [Apply] button. Open [Printer Setup Utility] (or Print Center). 2. Choose the...a while. 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. Open the [Printer Properties] dialog...
... However the same printing quality cannot be enabled. 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 [Apply] button. Open [Printer Setup Utility] (or Print Center). 2. Choose the...a while. 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. Open the [Printer Properties] dialog...
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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 this case, the remaining level of printing. If you replace the FINE Cartridge with a new ... Chapter 9 icon appears for the FINE Cartridge in question. mark appears on . In either case, clicking [OK] cancels the error indication and enables continuation of ink cannot be calculated correctly.
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 this case, the remaining level of printing. If you replace the FINE Cartridge with a new ... Chapter 9 icon appears for the FINE Cartridge in question. mark appears on . In either case, clicking [OK] cancels the error indication and enables continuation of ink cannot be calculated correctly.