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.... z "Windows Vista" is a trademark of Canon U.S.A., Inc. © 2007 Canon U.S.A., Inc. with all rights reserved. and other countries. Canon PIXMA MX300 series Office All-In-One Quick Start Guide.... All information regarding the accuracy thereof. z "Macintosh" and "Mac" are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in any form, in whole or in part, without notice. All statements, technical information and recommendations in this manual thoroughly in the U.S. About Consumables Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges...
.... z "Windows Vista" is a trademark of Canon U.S.A., Inc. © 2007 Canon U.S.A., Inc. with all rights reserved. and other countries. Canon PIXMA MX300 series Office All-In-One Quick Start Guide.... All information regarding the accuracy thereof. z "Macintosh" and "Mac" are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in any form, in whole or in part, without notice. All statements, technical information and recommendations in this manual thoroughly in the U.S. About Consumables Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges...
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... fax and will not be disabled. z Paper has run out while receiving a fax: replace the FINE Cartridge. Print or delete the documents stored in memory. z If you use a rotary pulse line, temporarily switch your telephone. z Ink is closed: open it in memory is incorrect: correct the paper size/type setting. Important z The...
... fax and will not be disabled. z Paper has run out while receiving a fax: replace the FINE Cartridge. Print or delete the documents stored in memory. z If you use a rotary pulse line, temporarily switch your telephone. z Ink is closed: open it in memory is incorrect: correct the paper size/type setting. Important z The...
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... page 61. z If the error message is removed from the bottom of a FINE Cartridge. Refer to confirm the condition of ink. If lines are probably clogged. Step 3 See "Print Head Deep Cleaning" on page 67. See "Aligning the Print Head" on page 64. Routine... Maintenance 57 Note Before performing maintenance z Make sure that a FINE Cartridge is not resolved after performing Print Head Deep Cleaning twice ...
... page 61. z If the error message is removed from the bottom of a FINE Cartridge. Refer to confirm the condition of ink. If lines are probably clogged. Step 3 See "Print Head Deep Cleaning" on page 67. See "Aligning the Print Head" on page 64. Routine... Maintenance 57 Note Before performing maintenance z Make sure that a FINE Cartridge is not resolved after performing Print Head Deep Cleaning twice ...
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Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Examine the nozzle check pattern, and perform cleaning if necessary. Replace the FINE Cartridge if the remaining amount of this pattern are missing (Black ink) (2) If these patterns have white streaks, the print head nozzles need cleaning. Note The nozzle check pattern will not be printed ..., the print head nozzles need cleaning. See "Print Head Cleaning" on page 64. 1 Check the nozzle check pattern you printed. (1) (2) (1) If lines of ink is insufficient. See "Replacing a FINE Cartridge" on page 60. Example: When white streaks appear (Color...
Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Examine the nozzle check pattern, and perform cleaning if necessary. Replace the FINE Cartridge if the remaining amount of this pattern are missing (Black ink) (2) If these patterns have white streaks, the print head nozzles need cleaning. Note The nozzle check pattern will not be printed ..., the print head nozzles need cleaning. See "Print Head Cleaning" on page 64. 1 Check the nozzle check pattern you printed. (1) (2) (1) If lines of ink is insufficient. See "Replacing a FINE Cartridge" on page 60. Example: When white streaks appear (Color...
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... Cleaning starts. This takes about one . Replace it with a new one minute. 3 Confirm the condition of ink. Print Head Deep Cleaning consumes more powerful process. See "Replacing a FINE Cartridge" on . 2 Start Print Head Deep Cleaning. (1) Press the Menu button repeatedly until Print Head Deep Cleaning finishes...1 Make sure that cleaning the Print Head causes used ink to check the print head condition. Note that the machine is not resolved, perform Print Head Deep Cleaning again. (3) If this does not solve the problem, a FINE Cartridge may have run out of the Print Head. (1) ...
... Cleaning starts. This takes about one . Replace it with a new one minute. 3 Confirm the condition of ink. Print Head Deep Cleaning consumes more powerful process. See "Replacing a FINE Cartridge" on . 2 Start Print Head Deep Cleaning. (1) Press the Menu button repeatedly until Print Head Deep Cleaning finishes...1 Make sure that cleaning the Print Head causes used ink to check the print head condition. Note that the machine is not resolved, perform Print Head Deep Cleaning again. (3) If this does not solve the problem, a FINE Cartridge may have run out of the Print Head. (1) ...
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...print if the wrong type of FINE Cartridge is mounted on page 76 and take appropriate action. 64 Routine Maintenance BLACK INK LOW COLOR INK LOW CHECK INK U163 BLK COL CHECK INK U162 BLK COL Ink is probably empty. See "CHECK INK U163" in the following such maintenance... as Print Head Cleaning, a FINE Cartridge is low. Replacing a FINE Cartridge This section explains the way ...
...print if the wrong type of FINE Cartridge is mounted on page 76 and take appropriate action. 64 Routine Maintenance BLACK INK LOW COLOR INK LOW CHECK INK U163 BLK COL CHECK INK U162 BLK COL Ink is probably empty. See "CHECK INK U163" in the following such maintenance... as Print Head Cleaning, a FINE Cartridge is low. Replacing a FINE Cartridge This section explains the way ...
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... on the printer status monitor (Windows) and Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh). (A) (A) Confirm whether any symbols are displayed here. Ink may not be displayed. See "CHECK INK U163" in "FAX SETTINGS" of a Color and Black FINE Cartridges may have a new FINE Cartridge available. This message is low. We recommend..."An Error Message Is Displayed on the LCD" on page 76 and take appropriate action. The function for PRINT WHEN NO INK, you replace the FINE Cartridge promptly. For details, refer to be the same. z With the Computer Screen You can set this message not to "AUTO...
... on the printer status monitor (Windows) and Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh). (A) (A) Confirm whether any symbols are displayed here. Ink may not be displayed. See "CHECK INK U163" in "FAX SETTINGS" of a Color and Black FINE Cartridges may have a new FINE Cartridge available. This message is low. We recommend..."An Error Message Is Displayed on the LCD" on page 76 and take appropriate action. The function for PRINT WHEN NO INK, you replace the FINE Cartridge promptly. For details, refer to be the same. z With the Computer Screen You can set this message not to "AUTO...
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... Refer to "Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box Directly from Control Panel" in the pop-up menu. To confirm the FINE Cartridge information, click Ink Details. z When ink runs out, printouts will become faint or blank printouts will not store it in the User's Guide on the LCD, note the...open each of the User's Guide on-screen manual. 2 Click View Printer Status on the taskbar during printing. 1 Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility. Refer to "Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh)" in its memory even if the ink level becomes low or run out. 66 Routine Maintenance
... Refer to "Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box Directly from Control Panel" in the pop-up menu. To confirm the FINE Cartridge information, click Ink Details. z When ink runs out, printouts will become faint or blank printouts will not store it in the User's Guide on the LCD, note the...open each of the User's Guide on-screen manual. 2 Click View Printer Status on the taskbar during printing. 1 Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility. Refer to "Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility (Macintosh)" in its memory even if the ink level becomes low or run out. 66 Routine Maintenance
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... of the nozzles. z Color ink may not operate properly when it immediately. Canon recommends to obtain optimum qualities. Furthermore, with such cartridges, the Low Ink Warning may not print out properly if you can print with FINE Cartridges removed. Replacing FINE Cartridges When FINE Cartridges run out of specified Canon brand FINE Cartridges. The machine may not be...
... of the nozzles. z Color ink may not operate properly when it immediately. Canon recommends to obtain optimum qualities. Furthermore, with such cartridges, the Low Ink Warning may not print out properly if you can print with FINE Cartridges removed. Replacing FINE Cartridges When FINE Cartridges run out of specified Canon brand FINE Cartridges. The machine may not be...
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... machine may not print out properly if you have removed it according to avoid staining your clothes and hands with ink on a FINE Cartridge. Close and reopen the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) to return the holder to stop or move it . Important z Handle FINE...careful not to the local laws and regulations regarding disposal of consumables. 3 Prepare the replacement FINE cartridge. (1) Unpack a new FINE Cartridge and remove the orange protective tape (A) gently. Important z Handle FINE Cartridges carefully to the right. Important If the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) is left . 2 Remove...
... machine may not print out properly if you have removed it according to avoid staining your clothes and hands with ink on a FINE Cartridge. Close and reopen the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) to return the holder to stop or move it . Important z Handle FINE...careful not to the local laws and regulations regarding disposal of consumables. 3 Prepare the replacement FINE cartridge. (1) Unpack a new FINE Cartridge and remove the orange protective tape (A) gently. Important z Handle FINE Cartridges carefully to the right. Important If the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) is left . 2 Remove...
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... at least 5 seconds with the ink cartridge installed. Ink has run out. Message CHECK INK U051/U052/U053/U059 CHECK INK U075/U076 CHECK INK U140 CHECK INK U150 CHECK INK U162 CHECK INK U163 REQ. If you are recommended to contact your device referring to the machine. Canon recommends to use new genuine Canon cartridges in progress and you can continue...
... at least 5 seconds with the ink cartridge installed. Ink has run out. Message CHECK INK U051/U052/U053/U059 CHECK INK U075/U076 CHECK INK U140 CHECK INK U150 CHECK INK U162 CHECK INK U163 REQ. If you are recommended to contact your device referring to the machine. Canon recommends to use new genuine Canon cartridges in progress and you can continue...
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... is resolved as described, the fax stored in the screen-saver mode. z Paper has run out while receiving a fax: replace the FINE Cartridge. Write the number down if you entered has not been registered. The machine will display a message. Message NO RX PAPER NO TEL NUMBER RECEIVED... and press the OK button. Contact the other than the ON/OFF button. 78 Troubleshooting Register the coded speed dialing code. z Ink is full. See "Replacing a FINE Cartridge" on and the LCD will power on page 64. z Paper size/type setting is closed: open it assigns a unique identification ...
... is resolved as described, the fax stored in the screen-saver mode. z Paper has run out while receiving a fax: replace the FINE Cartridge. Write the number down if you entered has not been registered. The machine will display a message. Message NO RX PAPER NO TEL NUMBER RECEIVED... and press the OK button. Contact the other than the ON/OFF button. 78 Troubleshooting Register the coded speed dialing code. z Ink is full. See "Replacing a FINE Cartridge" on and the LCD will power on page 64. z Paper size/type setting is closed: open it assigns a unique identification ...
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Small dusts may be stuck between the contact points. In this case, the print result may be improved by reinstalling the FINE Cartridge. Action See "When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect" on page 57 and perform any necessary maintenance operation. See "When Printing ...on the wrong side may be printed on page 62 to the instruction manuals supplied with the paper. If you install it . / There is no ink left. Also, check that the protective tape (A) is misaligned. White Streaks Cause Print Head nozzles are clogged. Printing Does Not ...
Small dusts may be stuck between the contact points. In this case, the print result may be improved by reinstalling the FINE Cartridge. Action See "When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect" on page 57 and perform any necessary maintenance operation. See "When Printing ...on the wrong side may be printed on page 62 to the instruction manuals supplied with the paper. If you install it . / There is no ink left. Also, check that the protective tape (A) is misaligned. White Streaks Cause Print Head nozzles are clogged. Printing Does Not ...
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... use" "No paper" "Paper Error" "Paper jam" "Printer cover open" "No print head" "Waste tank full"/ "Ink absorber full" Action If the machine is not installed or the Cartridge may occur when printing directly from the computer or warming up, wait until the job ends. Remove the jammed paper... the LCD and take the appropriate action to the instruction manual of selecting Continue on page 76. If this machine. For errors on non-Canon PictBridge compliant devices, check the error message on the machine. Close the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) on the machine. Note z This section...
... use" "No paper" "Paper Error" "Paper jam" "Printer cover open" "No print head" "Waste tank full"/ "Ink absorber full" Action If the machine is not installed or the Cartridge may occur when printing directly from the computer or warming up, wait until the job ends. Remove the jammed paper... the LCD and take the appropriate action to the instruction manual of selecting Continue on page 76. If this machine. For errors on non-Canon PictBridge compliant devices, check the error message on the machine. Close the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) on the machine. Note z This section...
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...Jack. Problems Receiving Faxes Cannot Receive a Fax, Cannot Print a Fax Cause The machine is not Follow the procedure described in your Canon service representative. Action z You cannot receive faxes if the power is full. See "Printing the Activity Report Manually" on . Check that the... the MP Drivers. An error requiring servicing may have occurred. Error Message On PictBridge Compliant Device "No ink"/ "Ink cassette error" "Hardware Error" "Printer error" Action z The FINE Cartridge has or may not be compatible with this machine. Press the ON/OFF button to resolve the error....
...Jack. Problems Receiving Faxes Cannot Receive a Fax, Cannot Print a Fax Cause The machine is not Follow the procedure described in your Canon service representative. Action z You cannot receive faxes if the power is full. See "Printing the Activity Report Manually" on . Check that the... the MP Drivers. An error requiring servicing may have occurred. Error Message On PictBridge Compliant Device "No ink"/ "Ink cassette error" "Hardware Error" "Printer error" Action z The FINE Cartridge has or may not be compatible with this machine. Press the ON/OFF button to resolve the error....
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...440 (D) x 174 (H) mm * With the Paper Support and Paper Output Tray retracted. Approx. 7.0 kg (Approx. 15.5 lb.) * With the FINE Cartridges installed. Nozzles: Black: 320 nozzles Cyan/Magenta/Yellow: 384 x 3 nozzles Multiple copy Intensity adjustment Zoom Copy Specifications 1 - 99 pages 9 positions, Auto ...width Acoustic noise level Operating environment Storage environment Power supply Power consumption External dimensions Weight Canon FINE Cartridges General Specifications 4800 (horizontal)* x 1200 (vertical) * Ink droplets can be placed with USB Full-Speed (USB 1.1), it can be used...
...440 (D) x 174 (H) mm * With the Paper Support and Paper Output Tray retracted. Approx. 7.0 kg (Approx. 15.5 lb.) * With the FINE Cartridges installed. Nozzles: Black: 320 nozzles Cyan/Magenta/Yellow: 384 x 3 nozzles Multiple copy Intensity adjustment Zoom Copy Specifications 1 - 99 pages 9 positions, Auto ...width Acoustic noise level Operating environment Storage environment Power supply Power consumption External dimensions Weight Canon FINE Cartridges General Specifications 4800 (horizontal)* x 1200 (vertical) * Ink droplets can be placed with USB Full-Speed (USB 1.1), it can be used...
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...Glass may spill out and stain clothing or the surrounding area. For safety reasons, store FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) out of the reach of the machine. Ink may break and cause injury. Never touch the electrical contacts or Print Head Nozzles on the ...Platen Glass, do not press hard on a FINE Cartridge (Ink Cartridge) after printing. Do not shake FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges). SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 104 Safety Precautions There may be very hot and could cause burns. FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) Do not place any ink, consult a doctor immediately. If a child ingests any...
...Glass may spill out and stain clothing or the surrounding area. For safety reasons, store FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) out of the reach of the machine. Ink may break and cause injury. Never touch the electrical contacts or Print Head Nozzles on the ...Platen Glass, do not press hard on a FINE Cartridge (Ink Cartridge) after printing. Do not shake FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges). SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 104 Safety Precautions There may be very hot and could cause burns. FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) Do not place any ink, consult a doctor immediately. If a child ingests any...
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... CLAIM IS BASED, AND EVEN IF CANON USA OR ITS ASF HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Repairs of such Canon brand peripheral equipment shall be governed by Canon USA), including nonCanon ink cartridges or refilled ink cartridges, that may be distributed with respect... to such non-Canon brand items is " and without warranty of parts, media,...
... CLAIM IS BASED, AND EVEN IF CANON USA OR ITS ASF HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Repairs of such Canon brand peripheral equipment shall be governed by Canon USA), including nonCanon ink cartridges or refilled ink cartridges, that may be distributed with respect... to such non-Canon brand items is " and without warranty of parts, media,...
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... WITH THE YOUR PRODUCT IN THE RETURN SHIPPING CARTON, AND BE SURE TO RETAIN YOUR PRINTHEAD, INK CARTRIDGE(S) AND TANK(S). Monday through Canon USA's Authorized Service Facility (ASF) network. CANON USA WILL RETAIN THE PRODUCT THAT YOU ORIGINALLY PURCHASED, WHICH SHALL BECOME THE PROPERTY OF... the latest driver downloads and answers to frequently asked for the Product serial number and other rights, which vary from Canon USA's Web site at Canon USA's option, through Friday, except holidays. InstantExchange Service exchanges your Product with instructions and a prepaid waybill), follow the...
... WITH THE YOUR PRODUCT IN THE RETURN SHIPPING CARTON, AND BE SURE TO RETAIN YOUR PRINTHEAD, INK CARTRIDGE(S) AND TANK(S). Monday through Canon USA's Authorized Service Facility (ASF) network. CANON USA WILL RETAIN THE PRODUCT THAT YOU ORIGINALLY PURCHASED, WHICH SHALL BECOME THE PROPERTY OF... the latest driver downloads and answers to frequently asked for the Product serial number and other rights, which vary from Canon USA's Web site at Canon USA's option, through Friday, except holidays. InstantExchange Service exchanges your Product with instructions and a prepaid waybill), follow the...
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... moved to its original position, and then gently close the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) with ink on the removed protective tape. Scanning Unit Support c Remove the protective material on a FINE Cartridge. d Lift the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) slightly to set the telephone line type setting ...complete. Important If an unintended language is displayed on the LCD, press the Back button to return to i. Once the message "SET INK CARTRIDGE" appears, go to the LANGUAGE SETTING screen. Print Head Nozzles Important • Do not touch the electrical contacts or Print Head Nozzles...
... moved to its original position, and then gently close the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) with ink on the removed protective tape. Scanning Unit Support c Remove the protective material on a FINE Cartridge. d Lift the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) slightly to set the telephone line type setting ...complete. Important If an unintended language is displayed on the LCD, press the Back button to return to i. Once the message "SET INK CARTRIDGE" appears, go to the LANGUAGE SETTING screen. Print Head Nozzles Important • Do not touch the electrical contacts or Print Head Nozzles...