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...SmartMedia is a registered trademark of Toshiba Corporation. • MultiMediaCard is a trademark of SD Association. About Consumables Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are trademarks of the MultiMediaCard Association. • xD-Picture Card is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality ... are not intended to your Canon MP180/MP160. By connecting to change without expressed written permission from Canon Inc. 1 This machine supports Exif 2.21 (also called "Exif Print"). Disclaimer Canon Inc. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Canon Inc. Trademark Notices •...
...SmartMedia is a registered trademark of Toshiba Corporation. • MultiMediaCard is a trademark of SD Association. About Consumables Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are trademarks of the MultiMediaCard Association. • xD-Picture Card is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality ... are not intended to your Canon MP180/MP160. By connecting to change without expressed written permission from Canon Inc. 1 This machine supports Exif 2.21 (also called "Exif Print"). Disclaimer Canon Inc. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Canon Inc. Trademark Notices •...
User's Guide
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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...
User's Guide
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... a power supply source other than the one rated for a long period such as during printing, the FINE Cartridge is as it may result in the guides included with the cap that prevents the ink from the power outlet. Ensure that came with your machine. z If the machine does not operate normally when...
... a power supply source other than the one rated for a long period such as during printing, the FINE Cartridge is as it may result in the guides included with the cap that prevents the ink from the power outlet. Ensure that came with your machine. z If the machine does not operate normally when...
User's Guide
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...in running water. z Metal objects such as jewelry and watches z Containers of the FINE Cartridge. They will be careful not to get ink on the Document Cover when using the Platen Glass to scan thick books. Ink may indicate a need for servicing. After printing, do not tilt it, stand it upside... by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation. Handling Close the Document Cover gently to avoid catching your local authorized Canon dealer or the Canon help line. A distinct change in performance may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area.
...in running water. z Metal objects such as jewelry and watches z Containers of the FINE Cartridge. They will be careful not to get ink on the Document Cover when using the Platen Glass to scan thick books. Ink may indicate a need for servicing. After printing, do not tilt it, stand it upside... by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation. Handling Close the Document Cover gently to avoid catching your local authorized Canon dealer or the Canon help line. A distinct change in performance may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area.
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If a child ingests any ink, consult a doctor immediately. Do not shake FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges). Never touch the nozzle and the gold terminal. 7 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.
If a child ingests any ink, consult a doctor immediately. Do not shake FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges). Never touch the nozzle and the gold terminal. 7 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.
User's Guide
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... (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. This lamp flashes while the machine is inserted into these slots for the media being opened. (16...) Access Lamp (MP180) Lights when a memory card is reading data from or scanning images to adjust the gap between the FINE Cartridge and surface of the printing paper. Important While the machine is printing from the memory card. (15) Scanning Unit Support Used to...
... (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. This lamp flashes while the machine is inserted into these slots for the media being opened. (16...) Access Lamp (MP180) Lights when a memory card is reading data from or scanning images to adjust the gap between the FINE Cartridge and surface of the printing paper. Important While the machine is printing from the memory card. (15) Scanning Unit Support Used to...
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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 the settings selected. Also, press...Black] Button* Starts black & white copying. Also, press 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...
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 the settings selected. Also, press...Black] Button* Starts black & white copying. Also, press 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...
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Note z The power cannot be turned OFF with [ON/OFF] while the machine is closed. In the same way that the tip of ink during the cleaning process. This ensures optimum print quality but also consumes a small amount of a felt-tip or marker pen will naturally dry out over ... the power with the cap in the machine. Turning The Machine ON/OFF 1 Press [ON/OFF] to prevent degradation of clogging. This ensures the FINE Cartridge is not used for an extended period of time, we recommend making black & white and color prints/copies or performing FINE...
Note z The power cannot be turned OFF with [ON/OFF] while the machine is closed. In the same way that the tip of ink during the cleaning process. This ensures optimum print quality but also consumes a small amount of a felt-tip or marker pen will naturally dry out over ... the power with the cap in the machine. Turning The Machine ON/OFF 1 Press [ON/OFF] to prevent degradation of clogging. This ensures the FINE Cartridge is not used for an extended period of time, we recommend making black & white and color prints/copies or performing FINE...
User's Guide
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... the quality of printing following such maintenance as FINE Cartridge Cleaning, one . Black: PG-40 Black 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 probably empty. Pull the Scanning Unit Support down into place. The machine will not print properly if the wrong FINE Cartridge is used, or installed incorrectly.
... the quality of printing following such maintenance as FINE Cartridge Cleaning, one . Black: PG-40 Black 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 probably empty. Pull the Scanning Unit Support down into place. The machine will not print properly if the wrong FINE Cartridge is used, or installed incorrectly.
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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. 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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... machine's capabilities. 70 Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 z Replace the FINE Cartridge promptly. Replenishing ink only is misaligned, align the FINE Cartridge position. z To maintain optimal print quality, use Canon brand FINE Cartridge. See "Aligning The FINE Cartridge" on page 79. If you replace it with the FINE Cartridge removed. Lift the Scanning Unit slightly and put the Scanning...
... machine's capabilities. 70 Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 z Replace the FINE Cartridge promptly. Replenishing ink only is misaligned, align the FINE Cartridge position. z To maintain optimal print quality, use Canon brand FINE Cartridge. See "Aligning The FINE Cartridge" on page 79. If you replace it with the FINE Cartridge removed. Lift the Scanning Unit slightly and put the Scanning...
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... and the Scanning Unit is closed. z Press [OK] (MP180) / [Black] or [Color] (MP160) to resume printing with all the FINE Cartridges installed. Note If an error message is displayed on the LCD (MP180) / the Black/Color Ink Lamp lights (MP160) when ink becomes low. Printing does not resume if any of trouble. * Be sure to...
... and the Scanning Unit is closed. z Press [OK] (MP180) / [Black] or [Color] (MP160) to resume printing with all the FINE Cartridges installed. Note If an error message is displayed on the LCD (MP180) / the Black/Color Ink Lamp lights (MP160) when ink becomes low. Printing does not resume if any of trouble. * Be sure to...
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...-up menu. mark appears on the Low Ink Warning The ink level of ink during printing. mark is installed, a message that the FINE Cartridges are running out of the FINE Cartridge showing the "!" The Low Ink Warning is installed, and then starts the remaining level of ink cannot be detected appears. Canon IJ Status Monitor appears. You should...
...-up menu. mark appears on the Low Ink Warning The ink level of ink during printing. mark is installed, a message that the FINE Cartridges are running out of the FINE Cartridge showing the "!" The Low Ink Warning is installed, and then starts the remaining level of ink cannot be detected appears. Canon IJ Status Monitor appears. You should...
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...] or [Black only] when the cartridge runs out of ink, remember to return the [Ink Cartridge Settings] to printing with new one. 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. However the same printing quality cannot be expected, compared to [Both Black and Color] after replacing with both cartridges. 1. Click the [Maintenance] tab and then [Ink Cartridge Settings]. 3. In this case the Borderless Printing setting cannot be used when you select [Plain Paper] in the ...
...] or [Black only] when the cartridge runs out of ink, remember to return the [Ink Cartridge Settings] to printing with new one. 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. However the same printing quality cannot be expected, compared to [Both Black and Color] after replacing with both cartridges. 1. Click the [Maintenance] tab and then [Ink Cartridge Settings]. 3. In this case the Borderless Printing setting cannot be used when you select [Plain Paper] in the ...
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...If you replace the FINE Cartridge with a new one. 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 "?" icon appears for the...
...If you replace the FINE Cartridge with a new one. 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 "?" icon appears for the...
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... page 77. 1 Load A4- 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- Use this function when the printed results are blurred or the color is being ejected...
... page 77. 1 Load A4- 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- Use this function when the printed results are blurred or the color is being ejected...
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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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... is given by the terms of parts, media, software or supplies (other than those sold "as determined by Canon USA), including nonCanon ink cartridges or refilled ink cartridges, that cause damage to which there shall be defective upon inspection will satisfy this limited warranty, when purchased and ... any consumables, such as paper or ink cartridges, as set forth below is " and without warranty of purchase is used in normal use , failure to have no warranty or replacement. Canon U.S.A., INC. A dated proof of any kind by Canon USA, including any implied warranty regarding ...
... is given by the terms of parts, media, software or supplies (other than those sold "as determined by Canon USA), including nonCanon ink cartridges or refilled ink cartridges, that cause damage to which there shall be defective upon inspection will satisfy this limited warranty, when purchased and ... any consumables, such as paper or ink cartridges, as set forth below is " and without warranty of purchase is used in normal use , failure to have no warranty or replacement. Canon U.S.A., INC. A dated proof of any kind by Canon USA, including any implied warranty regarding ...
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... for the replacement Product (must be returned in the shipping carton in the event of the occurrence of factors beyond its reasonable control. Canon USA does not guarantee expedited shipping service in which vary from state to state. * Support program specifics are subject to change without notice... Product and for a ship-to location for this service is by Canon USA. 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). Monday through Friday, except holidays (three (3) business ...
... for the replacement Product (must be returned in the shipping carton in the event of the occurrence of factors beyond its reasonable control. Canon USA does not guarantee expedited shipping service in which vary from state to state. * Support program specifics are subject to change without notice... Product and for a ship-to location for this service is by Canon USA. 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). Monday through Friday, except holidays (three (3) business ...