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..., and they are 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"). No part of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in any...SanDisk Corporation. • MEMORY STICK and Memory Stick DUO are available for 5 years after production has stopped. About Consumables Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • SmartMedia is a registered trademark of Toshiba Corporation. • MultiMediaCard is a trademark of ...
..., and they are 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"). No part of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in any...SanDisk Corporation. • MEMORY STICK and Memory Stick DUO are available for 5 years after production has stopped. About Consumables Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • SmartMedia is a registered trademark of Toshiba Corporation. • MultiMediaCard is a trademark of ...
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... Writing To A Memory Card (MP180 49 Setting Up The Card Slot As The Memory Card Drive Of The Computer...49 5 Printing From Your Computer 51 Printing With Windows 51 9 Routine Maintenance 67 Replacing A FINE Cartridge 67 When Printing Becomes Faint Or... 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/...USA Only 118 Users In Canada 121 Customer Technical Supports 121 Index 122 2 Only 117 Canon U.S.A., INC.
... Writing To A Memory Card (MP180 49 Setting Up The Card Slot As The Memory Card Drive Of The Computer...49 5 Printing From Your Computer 51 Printing With Windows 51 9 Routine Maintenance 67 Replacing A FINE Cartridge 67 When Printing Becomes Faint Or... 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/...USA Only 118 Users In Canada 121 Customer Technical Supports 121 Index 122 2 Only 117 Canon U.S.A., INC.
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.... During electrical storms, turn OFF the power and unplug the machine, wait at all times so you purchased the machine as during printing, the FINE Cartridge is damaged or frayed. These devices generate electrical noise which may result in again. Pulling on page 85. Do not use a power supply source other... remove the plug by pulling 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. Turn OFF the power and unplug the machine in performance, indicating a need for servicing.
.... During electrical storms, turn OFF the power and unplug the machine, wait at all times so you purchased the machine as during printing, the FINE Cartridge is damaged or frayed. These devices generate electrical noise which may result in again. Pulling on page 85. Do not use a power supply source other... remove the plug by pulling 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. Turn OFF the power and unplug the machine in performance, indicating a need for servicing.
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...pressing the [ON/ OFF], and disconnect the power cord. This can damage the machine's components. Do not insert your local authorized Canon dealer or the Canon help line. Parts inside the machine, turn OFF the power and unplug the machine. Adjust only those controls that are moving and ... z Metal objects such as jewelry and watches z Containers of other liquids such as this may result in personal injury. If ink gets on top of the FINE Cartridge. When moving the machine, turn OFF the power immediately by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation. When ...
...pressing the [ON/ OFF], and disconnect the power cord. This can damage the machine's components. Do not insert your local authorized Canon dealer or the Canon help line. Parts inside the machine, turn OFF the power and unplug the machine. Adjust only those controls that are moving and ... z Metal objects such as jewelry and watches z Containers of other liquids such as this may result in personal injury. If ink gets on top of the FINE Cartridge. When moving the machine, turn OFF the power immediately by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation. When ...
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Ink may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area. 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. Do not shake FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges). If a child ingests any ink, consult a doctor immediately.
Ink may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area. 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. Do not shake FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges). If a child ingests any ink, consult a doctor immediately.
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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. Chapter 1 Before Printing 11 This lamp flashes while the machine is reading data from the memory card. (...connect a computer to the machine when printing from or scanning images to adjust the gap between the FINE Cartridge and surface of Card Slot. (14) Access Lamp (MP180) Lights when a memory card is inserted into these slots for the media being opened. (16) ...
...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 reading data from the memory card. (...connect a computer to the machine when printing from or scanning images to adjust the gap between the FINE Cartridge and surface of Card Slot. (14) Access Lamp (MP180) Lights when a memory card is inserted into these slots for the media being opened. (16) ...
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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. (10) [ON/OFF] Button Turns the... Starts color copying. 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 ...
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/OFF] Button Turns the... Starts color copying. 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 ...
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...for an extended period 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. This ensures optimum print quality but also consumes a small amount of clogging. Turning ...The Machine ON/OFF 1 Press [ON/OFF] to prevent it from drying out. Periodically printing or performing FINE Cartridge cleaning can help to prevent...
...for an extended period 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. This ensures optimum print quality but also consumes a small amount of clogging. Turning ...The Machine ON/OFF 1 Press [ON/OFF] to prevent it from drying out. Periodically printing or performing FINE Cartridge cleaning can help to prevent...
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...) are also compatible 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 . Replace the empty FINE Cartridge with a new one of the FINE Cartridges is probably empty. When replacing a FINE Cartridge, check the model number very carefully. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance...
...) are also compatible 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 . Replace the empty FINE Cartridge with a new one of the FINE Cartridges is probably empty. When replacing a FINE Cartridge, check the model number very carefully. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance...
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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. z Discard empty FINE Cartridges according to avoid staining your clothes or the surrounding work area.
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... z To maintain optimal print quality, use Canon brand FINE Cartridge. The FINE Cartridge Holder moves to maintain the machine's capabilities. 70 Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 z When a FINE Cartridge runs out of its original position. See "Aligning The FINE Cartridge" on page 79. Do not leave with ... Scanning Unit. If you replace it with the FINE Cartridge that you note the date that the FINE Cartridge was installed in the FINE Cartridge within six months of ink, replace the FINE Cartridge with the FINE Cartridge removed. Note If the straight line is misaligned or...
... z To maintain optimal print quality, use Canon brand FINE Cartridge. The FINE Cartridge Holder moves to maintain the machine's capabilities. 70 Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 z When a FINE Cartridge runs out of its original position. See "Aligning The FINE Cartridge" on page 79. Do not leave with ... Scanning Unit. If you replace it with the FINE Cartridge that you note the date that the FINE Cartridge was installed in the FINE Cartridge within six months of ink, replace the FINE Cartridge with the FINE Cartridge removed. Note If the straight line is misaligned or...
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... is Low or appears on the LCD (MP180) / the Black/Color Ink Lamp lights (MP160) when ink becomes low. z When Ink is important to print with an empty FINE Cartridge, the ink level will be detected correctly. z Press [Stop/Reset] to resume printing with all the FINE Cartridges installed. The LCD will resume as soon as possible...
... is Low or appears on the LCD (MP180) / the Black/Color Ink Lamp lights (MP160) when ink becomes low. z When Ink is important to print with an empty FINE Cartridge, the ink level will be detected correctly. z Press [Stop/Reset] to resume printing with all the FINE Cartridges installed. The LCD will resume as soon as possible...
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... Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 You should ensure you that the remaining level of ink. What Is A Low Ink Warning? The ink counter assumes the ink is full when a new FINE Cartridge is low. Open the [Canon IJ Printer Utility] dialog box, and then select [Ink Level Information] from the pop-up menu. Click the [Maintenance] tab and...
... Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 You should ensure you that the remaining level of ink. What Is A Low Ink Warning? The ink counter assumes the ink is full when a new FINE Cartridge is low. Open the [Canon IJ Printer Utility] dialog box, and then select [Ink Level Information] from the pop-up menu. Click the [Maintenance] tab and...
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...Routine Maintenance 73 Note Setting of FINE Cartridges If a FINE Cartridge runs out of ink, you select [Color only] or [Black only] when the cartridge runs out of ink, remember to return the [Ink Cartridge Settings] to printing with either the Color or Black FINE Cartridge only for a while. Click the... [Maintenance] tab and then [Ink Cartridge Settings]. 3. Double-click the model name from the...
...Routine Maintenance 73 Note Setting of FINE Cartridges If a FINE Cartridge runs out of ink, you select [Color only] or [Black only] when the cartridge runs out of ink, remember to return the [Ink Cartridge Settings] to printing with either the Color or Black FINE Cartridge only for a while. Click the... [Maintenance] tab and then [Ink Cartridge Settings]. 3. Double-click the model name from the...
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... [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 "?" We recommend that you try printing when "?" z When...
... [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 "?" We recommend that you try printing when "?" z When...
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... the nozzle check pattern. 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- The machine prints a nozzle check pattern. 4 Confirm the nozzle check pattern. For details on confirming... select . 8.MAINTENANCE NOZZLE CHECK X 4 Press [OK]. Use this function when the printed results are blurred or the color is being ejected properly from the FINE Cartridge Nozzles.
... the nozzle check pattern. 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- The machine prints a nozzle check pattern. 4 Confirm the nozzle check pattern. For details on confirming... select . 8.MAINTENANCE NOZZLE CHECK X 4 Press [OK]. 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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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 If the ink level is not printed correctly.
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... Print Port Acoustic noise level Approx. 45 dB (A) (when printing 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...
... Print Port Acoustic noise level Approx. 45 dB (A) (when printing 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...
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... cover any accessories, or any consumables, such as paper or ink cartridges, as to operate the Product as set forth below is used in the United States only. Repairs of any kind by Canon USA, including any , with this requirement. Without limiting the foregoing...abuse, neglect, mishandling, improper packaging by you in new condition in conjunction with the Product are sold by Canon USA), including nonCanon ink cartridges or refilled ink cartridges, that may be distributed with compatible computers, peripheral equipment and software. The sole warranty, if any implied ...
... cover any accessories, or any consumables, such as paper or ink cartridges, as to operate the Product as set forth below is used in the United States only. Repairs of any kind by Canon USA, including any , with this requirement. Without limiting the foregoing...abuse, neglect, mishandling, improper packaging by you in new condition in conjunction with the Product are sold by Canon USA), including nonCanon ink cartridges or refilled ink cartridges, that may be distributed with compatible computers, peripheral equipment and software. The sole warranty, if any implied ...
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...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). Canon USA does not guarantee expedited shipping service in the continental United States, Alaska and Hawaii during the express limited-warranty period... a ship-to you receive may also have other information pertaining to your defective Product and for this service is subject to the Canon USA repair facility. InstantExchange Service expedites, usually by the second business day, the exchange of the problem and, if possible, correct...
...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). Canon USA does not guarantee expedited shipping service in the continental United States, Alaska and Hawaii during the express limited-warranty period... a ship-to you receive may also have other information pertaining to your defective Product and for this service is subject to the Canon USA repair facility. InstantExchange Service expedites, usually by the second business day, the exchange of the problem and, if possible, correct...