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... A Digital Camera 60 Printing Photographs Directly From A PictBridge-Compliant Device ...........60 Printing Photographs Directly From A Canon "Bubble Jet Direct" Compatible Digital Camera 64 8 Changing The Machine Settings (MP170 65 Changing The Settings 65 PRINT SETTINGS 65 PICTBRIDGE SET 66 OTHERS 66 RESTORE DEFAULT 67 SAVE CONFGURATION 67...82 10 Troubleshooting 86 An Error Message Is Displayed On The LCD/LED 87 Cannot See The Display On The LCD/LED 89 Ink Does Not Come Out/Printing Is Blurred/ Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks/ Straight Lines Are Misaligned/ Cannot Print To End Of ...
... A Digital Camera 60 Printing Photographs Directly From A PictBridge-Compliant Device ...........60 Printing Photographs Directly From A Canon "Bubble Jet Direct" Compatible Digital Camera 64 8 Changing The Machine Settings (MP170 65 Changing The Settings 65 PRINT SETTINGS 65 PICTBRIDGE SET 66 OTHERS 66 RESTORE DEFAULT 67 SAVE CONFGURATION 67...82 10 Troubleshooting 86 An Error Message Is Displayed On The LCD/LED 87 Cannot See The Display On The LCD/LED 89 Ink Does Not Come Out/Printing Is Blurred/ Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks/ Straight Lines Are Misaligned/ Cannot Print To End Of ...
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... requirements) Do not plug the machine into the machine. This may affect the print quality of this may interfere with the cap that prevents the ink from the power outlet. Do not use a power supply source other than the one rated for the machine in the country where you have followed...
... requirements) Do not plug the machine into the machine. This may affect the print quality of this may interfere with the cap that prevents the ink from the power outlet. Do not use a power supply source other than the one rated for the machine in the country where you have followed...
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...OFF the power immediately by a qualified technician to restore the product to scan thick books. Do not place heavy objects on your local authorized Canon dealer or the Canon help line. Do not press down hard on your hand. If such objects come into the machine while it is printing. z Metal ...objects such as this may result in injury. Then, contact your hands or clothing, wash them soon in running water. If you use hot water, the ink may...
...OFF the power immediately by a qualified technician to restore the product to scan thick books. Do not place heavy objects on your local authorized Canon dealer or the Canon help line. Do not press down hard on your hand. If such objects come into the machine while it is printing. z Metal ...objects such as this may result in injury. Then, contact your hands or clothing, wash them soon in running water. If you use hot water, the ink may...
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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. 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
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. 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
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...machine is printing from or scanning images to adjust the gap between the FINE Cartridge and surface of Card Slot. (14) Access Lamp (MP170) Lights when a memory card is inserted into these slots for the media being used. (17) Power Connector Used to connect the ...) (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. Move the lever to the correct position for photo printing. Important While the machine is reading data from or...
...machine is printing from or scanning images to adjust the gap between the FINE Cartridge and surface of Card Slot. (14) Access Lamp (MP170) Lights when a memory card is inserted into these slots for the media being used. (17) Power Connector Used to connect the ...) (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. Move the lever to the correct position for photo printing. Important While the machine is reading data from or...
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.... 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 your computer according to the pervious screen. 12 Before Printing Chapter 1 Operation...
.... 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 your computer according to the pervious screen. 12 Before Printing Chapter 1 Operation...
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...10) [ON/OFF] Button Turns the machine ON and OFF. 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 ...& white copying. To use this button, the machine must be connected 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 ...
...10) [ON/OFF] Button Turns the machine ON and OFF. 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 ...& white copying. To use this button, the machine must be connected 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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... and color prints/copies or performing FINE Cartridge cleaning about once every month to produce highdefinition prints. In the same way that the tip of ink during the cleaning process. z Your machine performs a FINE Cartridge cleaning every time you plug in place, the nozzles might become unusable even with the cap...
... and color prints/copies or performing FINE Cartridge cleaning about once every month to produce highdefinition prints. In the same way that the tip of ink during the cleaning process. z Your machine performs a FINE Cartridge cleaning every time you plug in place, the nozzles might become unusable even with the cap...
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...; Loading Documents To copy or scan a document, set it on the Platen Glass. x 11 3/4 in. (216 mm x 297 mm) z Max. 3/4 in . z Make sure 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 lower right corner...
...; Loading Documents To copy or scan a document, set it on the Platen Glass. x 11 3/4 in. (216 mm x 297 mm) z Max. 3/4 in . z Make sure 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 lower right corner...
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... curl and the print surface may blur. 16 Before Printing Chapter 1 z If the paper is curled, uncurl (flatten) it , and store out of ink for printing. punched holes) z Very thin paper (less than 28 lb. General Paper Guidelines Paper Types You Cannot Use Do not use: z...is not recommended for printing mainly text. Paper that tends 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 holes (e.g. Use it for printing photographs or graphics. or 64 g/m2...
... curl and the print surface may blur. 16 Before Printing Chapter 1 z If the paper is curled, uncurl (flatten) it , and store out of ink for printing. punched holes) z Very thin paper (less than 28 lb. General Paper Guidelines Paper Types You Cannot Use Do not use: z...is not recommended for printing mainly text. Paper that tends 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 holes (e.g. Use it for printing photographs or graphics. or 64 g/m2...
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...in ./ Printing from the Paper Output Tray as soon as paper crafts, calendars and matte photographs. Do not touch the printing surface until the ink has dried. By using borderless printing, you can print without any white borders. Glossy Letter (8 1/2 in ./ printing 210 mm x 297...to insure optimal print quality. Load the paper with this paper. Canon Specialty Paper Canon recommends that feature graphics and for photographs. It is thick and has a matte finish. If the ink takes a long time to produce near photographic quality printouts. Chapter 1 Before ...
...in ./ Printing from the Paper Output Tray as soon as paper crafts, calendars and matte photographs. Do not touch the printing surface until the ink has dried. By using borderless printing, you can print without any white borders. Glossy Letter (8 1/2 in ./ printing 210 mm x 297...to insure optimal print quality. Load the paper with this paper. Canon Specialty Paper Canon recommends that feature graphics and for photographs. It is thick and has a matte finish. If the ink takes a long time to produce near photographic quality printouts. Chapter 1 Before ...
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... is printed. Remove each sheet from direct exposure to protect them . z Photo Paper Pro Guidelines z Do not touch the print surface until the ink has dried. z Store printouts in photo albums, photo frames, or presentation binders to air or sunlight. Paper Type T-Shirt Transfers Size Purpose Letter...completely dry. z Do not store or display printouts in . T-Shirt Transfers can be used to use with plain paper before the ink is recommended that curls when held by printing on how to produce ironon transfers. Although you are storing the transparencies for details on the...
... is printed. Remove each sheet from direct exposure to protect them . z Photo Paper Pro Guidelines z Do not touch the print surface until the ink has dried. z Store printouts in photo albums, photo frames, or presentation binders to air or sunlight. Paper Type T-Shirt Transfers Size Purpose Letter...completely dry. z Do not store or display printouts in . T-Shirt Transfers can be used to use with plain paper before the ink is recommended that curls when held by printing on how to produce ironon transfers. Although you are storing the transparencies for details on the...
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... 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 . Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance Replacing A FINE Cartridge If there is no improvement with the...
... 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 . Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance Replacing A FINE Cartridge If there is no improvement with the...
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2 Remove the empty FINE Cartridge. (1) (2) (1) Push the FINE Cartridge down. (2) Remove the FINE Cartridge. 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. Caution Do not touch the transparent film (A), film cable (B), ink absorber (sponge part) (C), or any metal parts. (A) (B) (C) Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance 69
2 Remove the empty FINE Cartridge. (1) (2) (1) Push the FINE Cartridge down. (2) Remove the FINE Cartridge. 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. Caution Do not touch the transparent film (A), film cable (B), ink absorber (sponge part) (C), or any metal parts. (A) (B) (C) Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance 69
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... is also not recommended. z Replace the FINE Cartridge promptly. z When a FINE Cartridge runs out of its original position. Color ink is consumed during Cartridge cleaning, which advises when to maintain the machine's capabilities. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance 71 Note If the straight.... See "Aligning The FINE Cartridge" on page 80. Furthermore, the Low Ink Warning dialog box which is misaligned, align the FINE Cartridge position. z To maintain optimal print quality, use Canon brand FINE Cartridge. Important z To maintain optimal print quality, we recommend that...
... is also not recommended. z Replace the FINE Cartridge promptly. z When a FINE Cartridge runs out of its original position. Color ink is consumed during Cartridge cleaning, which advises when to maintain the machine's capabilities. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance 71 Note If the straight.... See "Aligning The FINE Cartridge" on page 80. Furthermore, the Low Ink Warning dialog box which is misaligned, align the FINE Cartridge position. z To maintain optimal print quality, use Canon brand FINE Cartridge. Important z To maintain optimal print quality, we recommend that...
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...resume printing with an empty FINE Cartridge, the ink level will be detected correctly. Ex: COPY MODE BLK COL (1) (1) Indicates the remaining ink volume at four different levels. When printing is closed. z With MP170, you continue to print. z Press [OK] (MP170) / [Black] or [Color] (MP150...) to cancel the current print job. or appears on the LCD (MP170) / and appear alternately on page...
...resume printing with an empty FINE Cartridge, the ink level will be detected correctly. Ex: COPY MODE BLK COL (1) (1) Indicates the remaining ink volume at four different levels. When printing is closed. z With MP170, you continue to print. z Press [OK] (MP170) / [Black] or [Color] (MP150...) to cancel the current print job. or appears on the LCD (MP170) / and appear alternately on page...
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... that the FINE Cartridges are running out of ink cannot be detected appears. Note How to Check the Ink Level Open the [Printer Properties] dialog box. Canon IJ Status Monitor appears. mark appears on the Low Ink Warning The ink level of ink. z When the "!" You should ensure you...also appears automatically during printing. mark is the ink counter calculating the remaining level of ink and advising you have a new FINE Cartridge. What Is A Low Ink Warning? Open the [Canon IJ Printer Utility] dialog box, and then select [Ink Level Information] from the pop-up menu....
... that the FINE Cartridges are running out of ink cannot be detected appears. Note How to Check the Ink Level Open the [Printer Properties] dialog box. Canon IJ Status Monitor appears. mark appears on the Low Ink Warning The ink level of ink. z When the "!" You should ensure you...also appears automatically during printing. mark is the ink counter calculating the remaining level of ink and advising you have a new FINE Cartridge. What Is A Low Ink Warning? Open the [Canon IJ Printer Utility] dialog box, and then select [Ink Level Information] from the pop-up menu....
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..., compared to [Both Black and Color] after replacing with new one. 74 Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 Click the [Maintenance] tab and then [Ink Cartridge Setting]. 3. The [Black only] setting can print with both cartridges. 1. Double-click the model name from the pull down menu. 5. Choose... [Ink Cartridge Setting] from [Name] in [Media Type]. If you select [Plain Paper] in the Printer List, and then click [Utility]. 3. In ...
..., compared to [Both Black and Color] after replacing with new one. 74 Routine Maintenance Chapter 9 Click the [Maintenance] tab and then [Ink Cartridge Setting]. 3. The [Black only] setting can print with both cartridges. 1. Double-click the model name from the pull down menu. 5. Choose... [Ink Cartridge Setting] from [Name] in [Media Type]. If you select [Plain Paper] in the Printer List, and then click [Utility]. 3. In ...
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... the FINE Cartridge in question. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance 75 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 try printing when "?" If you install an old FINE Cartridge, the "?" In this case,...the error indication is enabled automatically. z When the "?" OR OR In either case, clicking [OK] cancels the error indication and enables continuation of ink cannot be calculated correctly. mark appears, the following message appears and printing stops. mark appears on .
... the FINE Cartridge in question. Chapter 9 Routine Maintenance 75 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 try printing when "?" If you install an old FINE Cartridge, the "?" In this case,...the error indication is enabled automatically. z When the "?" OR OR In either case, clicking [OK] cancels the error indication and enables continuation of ink cannot be calculated correctly. mark appears, the following message appears and printing stops. mark appears on .
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... the FINE Cartridge Nozzles. 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. 5 Confirm the nozzle check pattern. or Letter-sized plain...
... the FINE Cartridge Nozzles. 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. 5 Confirm the nozzle check pattern. or Letter-sized plain...