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Question posted by dngoody on May 1st, 2014

Mx512 Black Only

how to print black only

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on May 2nd, 2014 4:09 PM
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Here are Canon's instructions. These will not only change your output to black only but will use your black ink and not your color ink:

You can set the Ink Cartridge Settings from the Maintenance tab in the printer driver.

Application Software -

Note: Depending on the application software, command names or menu names may vary and there may be more steps. For details, refer to the user's manual of the application software.

  1. Select the command you perform printing on the application software in use. In general, select 'Print' on the File menu to open the Print dialog box.

  2. Select your printer model name and click 'Preferences' (or 'Properties'). The printer driver setup window appears.

  3. On the Maintenance tab, click the 'Ink Cartridge Settings' icon.

  4. On the Ink Cartridge Settings window, check the 'Ink Cartridge' drop-down to see what it is it set to.

  5. To change Ink Cartridge to Black Only, click the 'Ink Cartridge' drop-down and select the option.

  6. Click 'OK' on the Ink Cartridge Settings window.

  7. Click 'OK' or the applicable button to print.

Printers Folder -

For Windows 7

  • Click the 'Start' button from the bottom left of the Windows screen, and then click on 'Devices and Printers'.
  • Click your right mouse button on the listing for your printer, and then select 'Printing Preferences' from the menu that appears.

For Windows Vista

  • Click / Select 'Start' from the bottom left of the Windows screen, 'Control Panel', 'Hardware and Sound', and then click on 'Printers'. Note: If you are in 'Classic' view, click 'Printers' directly from the 'Control Panel'.
  • Click your right mouse button on the listing for your printer, and then select 'Preferences' from the menu that appears.

For Windows XP Home Edition

  • Click / Select 'Start' from the bottom left of the Windows screen, 'Control Panel,' 'Printers and Other Hardware,' and 'Printers and Faxes.'
  • Click your right mouse button on the listing for your printer, and then select 'Preferences' from the menu that appears.

For Windows XP Professional Edition

  • Click 'Start' from the bottom left of the Windows screen, and 'Printers and Faxes.'
  • Click your right mouse button on the listing for your printer, and then select 'Preferences' from the menu that appears.

For Windows 2000

  • Click / Select 'Start' from the bottom left of the Windows screen, and 'Settings,' then 'Printers.'
  • Click your right mouse button on the listing for your printer, and then select 'Properties' from the menu that appears.
  1. Click the Maintenance tab. (The Maintenance window opens.)

    Note: The layout varies depending on the printer and version of Windows you are using.

  2. On the Maintenance tab, click the 'Ink Cartridge Settings' icon.

  3. On the Ink Cartridge Settings window, check the 'Ink Cartridge' drop-down to see what it is it set to.

  4. To change Ink Cartridge to Black Only, click the 'Ink Cartridge' drop-down and select the option.

  5. Click 'OK' on the Ink Cartridge Settings window.

  6. On the Printing Preferences window, click 'Apply'.


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Guide for Printer Setup for Network - Page 2

...access point. Change the security protocol for Connection Before Starting Wireless Connection Setup 1. b Printer Setup 1. Network Connection Wireless Connection a Preparation for your device to something other than WEP...such as a security protocol. Notes on Wireless Connection • Make sure that the printer is connected to the access point (A) (or wireless network router) you want to ...
Guide for Printer Setup for Network - Page 3

... → d-D Connecting to the Network by Entering the Access Point's Settings Directly on the printer but you are unsure if your access point or router supports this technology, press the Stop button... the Push Button Method screen is enabled. c Setup Procedure Selection The printer will automatically search for access points supporting WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). Use the buttons (A)...
Guide for Printer Setup for Network - Page 4

...;ashes while searching for about 5 seconds). Press the OK button on pressing the WPS button, refer to the access point. 3. For details on the printer within 2 minutes. The (blue) Wi-Fi lamp on the access point (for or connecting to the access point manual. 2. The network connection setup is now ...
Guide for Printer Setup for Network - Page 5

... Press the OK button. 7. Character entry is correct. Select your access point or router into the printer. 6. Make sure that the network password is case-sensitive. 8. The network connection setup is now ...key or passphrase) of the screens above will be displayed on the printer. 5. When the left screen appears, press the OK button. Press the OK button. 3. d-B Standard ...
Guide for Printer Setup for Network - Page 6

...WPS button, refer to the access point. 8. Select Push button method. 4. For details on the printer flashes while searching for about 5 seconds). Press the OK button. 5. Press the OK ... complete. d-C WPS d Connection Using WPS 1. Press and hold the WPS button on the printer within 2 minutes. When the left screen appears, press the OK button. Select WPS. 2. Press the OK button...
Guide for Printer Setup for Network - Page 9

...lamp on the left side at the same time. • When using a router, connect the printer and computer to a network that the computer and router (A) (or access point) are connected. ...• The configuration, router functions, setup procedures and security settings of the printer. 2. b Cable Connection You will be used over wireless and wired connections at the back of ...
Guide for Printer Setup for Network - Page 10

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Guide for Printer Setup for Network - Page 12

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Guide for Printer Setup for Network - Page 13

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Guide for Printer Setup for Network - Page 14

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Guide for Printer Setup for Network - Page 15

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Guide for Printer Setup for Network - Page 18

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MX510 series Specifications - Page 1

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