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About Consumables Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in..., the camera's image data at the time of SD Association. Copyright ©2006 CANON INC. Specifications are subject to your Canon MP180/MP160. has determined that it will be transmitted or copied in the United States and other...in order that this publication may be an easy-to-use guide to change without expressed written permission from Canon Inc. 1 All statements, technical information and recommendations in this manual thoroughly in any form whatsoever without ...
About Consumables Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in..., the camera's image data at the time of SD Association. Copyright ©2006 CANON INC. Specifications are subject to your Canon MP180/MP160. has determined that it will be transmitted or copied in the United States and other...in order that this publication may be an easy-to-use guide to change without expressed written permission from Canon Inc. 1 All statements, technical information and recommendations in this manual thoroughly in any form whatsoever without ...
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Only 117 Canon U.S.A., INC. LIMITED WARRANTY (USA Only 118 Users In Canada 121 Customer Technical Supports 121 Index 122 2 Table of Contents Safety Precautions 3 Reading The Document 8 Symbols ... Check Pattern 76 FINE Cartridge Cleaning 78 FINE Cartridge Deep 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...
Only 117 Canon U.S.A., INC. LIMITED WARRANTY (USA Only 118 Users In Canada 121 Customer Technical Supports 121 Index 122 2 Table of Contents Safety Precautions 3 Reading The Document 8 Symbols ... Check Pattern 76 FINE Cartridge Cleaning 78 FINE Cartridge Deep 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...
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.... Ensure that prevents the ink from the power outlet. Otherwise you purchased the machine as an air conditioner, television, or copier. Using a different power cord may affect the print quality of the machine when printing later. Never use an extension cord as during printing, the FINE Cartridge is not protected with your...
.... Ensure that prevents the ink from the power outlet. Otherwise you purchased the machine as an air conditioner, television, or copier. Using a different power cord may affect the print quality of the machine when printing later. Never use an extension cord as during printing, the FINE Cartridge is not protected with your...
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... components, the machine may topple over and result in injury. If ink gets on top of the FINE Cartridge. This can damage the machine's components. Do not turn OFF the power and unplug the machine. Ink may result in injury. Do not touch the high-voltage electrical parts... as jewelry and watches z Containers of other liquids such as these may short-circuit, resulting in electrical shock. Do not subject the machine to avoid catching your local authorized Canon dealer or the Canon help line...
... components, the machine may topple over and result in injury. If ink gets on top of the FINE Cartridge. This can damage the machine's components. Do not turn OFF the power and unplug the machine. Ink may result in injury. Do not touch the high-voltage electrical parts... as jewelry and watches z Containers of other liquids such as these may short-circuit, resulting in electrical shock. Do not subject the machine to avoid catching your local authorized Canon dealer or the Canon help line...
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Never touch the nozzle and the gold terminal. 7 If a child ingests any ink, consult a doctor immediately. Do not shake FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges). Ink may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area. FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) For safety reasons, store FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) out of the reach of small children.
Never touch the nozzle and the gold terminal. 7 If a child ingests any ink, consult a doctor immediately. Do not shake FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges). Ink may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area. FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) For safety reasons, store FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) out of the reach of small children.
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...) (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. FINE Cartridges are available in the sleep mode or standby mode, do not disconnect and... connect the USB cable. This lamp flashes while the machine is in two types, Color...
...) (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. FINE Cartridges are available in the sleep mode or standby mode, do not disconnect and... connect the USB cable. This lamp flashes while the machine is in two types, Color...
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... are collectively called "[Start]" or "[OK]". 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. Chapter 1 Before Printing 13 To use...
... are collectively called "[Start]" or "[OK]". 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. Chapter 1 Before Printing 13 To use...
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...time, we recommend making black & white and color prints/copies or performing FINE Cartridge cleaning about once every month to prevent degradation of the FINE Cartridge. (See page 78) z The FINE Cartridge has many nozzles in order to prevent this kind of ink during the cleaning process. Note z The power... cannot be turned OFF with [ON/OFF]. 14 Before Printing Chapter 1 Turning The Machine ON/OFF 1 Press [ON/OFF] to prevent it from drying out. This ensures the FINE Cartridge is operating. In the...
...time, we recommend making black & white and color prints/copies or performing FINE Cartridge cleaning about once every month to prevent degradation of the FINE Cartridge. (See page 78) z The FINE Cartridge has many nozzles in order to prevent this kind of ink during the cleaning process. Note z The power... cannot be turned OFF with [ON/OFF]. 14 Before Printing Chapter 1 Turning The Machine ON/OFF 1 Press [ON/OFF] to prevent it from drying out. This ensures the FINE Cartridge is operating. In the...
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... the Scanning Unit. 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 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 . Pull the Scanning Unit...
... the Scanning Unit. 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 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 . Pull the Scanning Unit...
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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 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. 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 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. 2 Remove the empty FINE Cartridge. (1) (2) (1) Push the FINE Cartridge down. (2) Remove the FINE Cartridge.
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Lift the Scanning Unit slightly and put the Scanning Unit Support back to its first use Canon brand FINE Cartridge. The FINE Cartridge Holder moves to exchange the FINE Cartridge will be inaccurate. z When a FINE Cartridge runs out of its original position. z Color ink consumption may not print properly due to maintain the machine's capabilities. 70 Routine Maintenance...
Lift the Scanning Unit slightly and put the Scanning Unit Support back to its first use Canon brand FINE Cartridge. The FINE Cartridge Holder moves to exchange the FINE Cartridge will be inaccurate. z When a FINE Cartridge runs out of its original position. z Color ink consumption may not print properly due to maintain the machine's capabilities. 70 Routine Maintenance...
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...: COPY MODE BLK COL (1) (1) Indicates the remaining ink volume at four different levels. z When Ink is important to print with an empty FINE Cartridge, the ink level will be detected correctly. z When Ink is displayed on the LED (MP160) when ink becomes empty during printing. z Press [OK] (MP180) / [Black] or [Color] (MP160) to print. The LCD will resume as...
...: COPY MODE BLK COL (1) (1) Indicates the remaining ink volume at four different levels. z When Ink is important to print with an empty FINE Cartridge, the ink level will be detected correctly. z When Ink is displayed on the LED (MP160) when ink becomes empty during printing. z Press [OK] (MP180) / [Black] or [Color] (MP160) to print. The LCD will resume as...
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... be detected appears. It also appears automatically during printing. mark is the ink counter calculating the remaining level of the FINE Cartridge showing the "!" The Low Ink Warning is low. mark appears on the Low Ink Warning The ink level of ink and advising you have a new FINE Cartridge. 72 Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 Canon IJ Status Monitor appears.
... be detected appears. It also appears automatically during printing. mark is the ink counter calculating the remaining level of the FINE Cartridge showing the "!" The Low Ink Warning is low. mark appears on the Low Ink Warning The ink level of ink and advising you have a new FINE Cartridge. 72 Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 Canon IJ Status Monitor appears.
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... [Black only] when the cartridge runs out of ink, remember to return the [Ink Cartridge Settings] to printing with both cartridges. 1. Note Setting of FINE Cartridges If a FINE Cartridge runs out of ink, you can 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...
... [Black only] when the cartridge runs out of ink, remember to return the [Ink Cartridge Settings] to printing with both cartridges. 1. Note Setting of FINE Cartridges If a FINE Cartridge runs out of ink, you can 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...
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... the error indication is enabled automatically. 74 Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 We recommend that 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 try printing when "?" mark appears, the following message appears and printing stops. icon appears...
... the error indication is enabled automatically. 74 Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 We recommend that 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 try printing when "?" mark appears, the following message appears and printing stops. icon appears...
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... . 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 machine prints a nozzle check pattern. 5 Confirm 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. ...
... . 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 machine prints a nozzle check pattern. 5 Confirm 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. ...
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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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...45 dB (A) (when printing in the highest print quality mode on Canon standard pattern. Specifications Printing resolution General Specifications 4800 dpi x 1200 dpi (Ink droplets can be positioned at a minimum pitch of 1/4800 inch.) ...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...
...45 dB (A) (when printing in the highest print quality mode on Canon standard pattern. Specifications Printing resolution General Specifications 4800 dpi x 1200 dpi (Ink droplets can be positioned at a minimum pitch of 1/4800 inch.) ...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...
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...your dated bill of sale will be governed by the Canon USA repair facility or the ASF. The sole warranty, if any consumables, such as paper or ink cartridges, as determined by the terms of such Canon brand peripheral equipment shall be (a) repaired; (b) exchanged for...or other documentation, or services performed by someone other than a Canon USA repair facility or ASF. This limited warranty covers all such warranties are sold by Canon USA), including nonCanon ink cartridges or refilled ink cartridges, that may be defective upon inspection will satisfy this limited warranty...
...your dated bill of sale will be governed by the Canon USA repair facility or the ASF. The sole warranty, if any consumables, such as paper or ink cartridges, as determined by the terms of such Canon brand peripheral equipment shall be (a) repaired; (b) exchanged for...or other documentation, or services performed by someone other than a Canon USA repair facility or ASF. This limited warranty covers all such warranties are sold by Canon USA), including nonCanon ink cartridges or refilled ink cartridges, that may be defective upon inspection will satisfy this limited warranty...
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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). E.T. Canon U.S.A., Inc. If the problem cannot be corrected over the telephone. The defective Product must include street address). Monday through Friday...instructions on your defective Product and for a ship-to location for Alaska and Hawaii). InstantExchange Service expedites, usually by Canon USA. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you receive may also have other information pertaining to your original limited...
... 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). E.T. Canon U.S.A., Inc. If the problem cannot be corrected over the telephone. The defective Product must include street address). Monday through Friday...instructions on your defective Product and for a ship-to location for Alaska and Hawaii). InstantExchange Service expedites, usually by Canon USA. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you receive may also have other information pertaining to your original limited...