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Explanation of symbols used in the manual to convey important information.
Instructions for users with touch-enabled devices interacting with the manual.
How to print photos using My Image Garden software.
How to load originals and copy them to plain paper.
Instructions for loading plain paper, photo paper, and envelopes.
Instructions for loading originals on the platen glass.
Procedure for replacing FINE cartridges.
Troubleshooting steps for faint or uneven print quality.
How to clean the paper feed rollers.
How to clean the inside of the printer.
Important safety precautions for using the printer.
Description of the printer's main parts and their functions.
How to change settings using the printer driver on Windows.
Information and tips for connecting the printer to a network.
Instructions for safely transporting the printer.
Technical specifications of the printer.
Diagram and description of the printer's front view.
Diagram and description of the printer's rear view.
Diagram and description of the printer's inside view.
Explanation of the printer's operation panel buttons and lamps.
How to check if the printer is powered on.
Procedures for powering the printer on and off.
Steps to safely unplug the printer.
How to change settings using the printer driver on Mac OS.
How to change settings directly from the printer's operation panel.
How to change settings via a web browser.
How to adjust detailed printer driver settings for print data.
How to save and reuse custom print settings.
How to specify which ink cartridge to use.
How to manage printer power settings like auto on/off.
How to switch between different printer operation modes.
Tips for setting up and troubleshooting network connections.
Default LAN and Wireless Direct settings for the printer.
How to connect the printer to another computer or change connection type.
How to print the printer's current network settings.
How to change the wireless LAN connection method.
Tips related to ink usage and maintenance.
General tips for improving print results.
Precautions for handling the printer.
Instructions for safely transporting the printer.
General technical specifications of the printer.
List of supported paper types and media.
Maximum number of sheets that can be loaded.
List of paper types that should not be used.
Guidelines for handling paper to maintain quality.
How to print from Windows applications using the printer driver.
How to print from Mac OS applications using the printer driver.
How to update the printer drivers.
Basic steps for setting up printing from Windows.
Different ways to perform printing tasks.
General information about the printer driver.
Detailed description of the printer driver interface.
How to set the paper size and page orientation for printing.
How to specify the number of copies and print order.
Printing documents at a scaled size (enlarged or reduced).
Printing multiple pages on a single sheet of paper.
Printing enlarged images across multiple pages for posters.
Printing on both sides of the paper.
Procedures for printing on envelopes.
Explanation of the Quick Setup tab in the printer driver.
Explanation of the Main tab in the printer driver.
Explanation of the Page Setup tab in the printer driver.
Explanation of the Maintenance tab for printer tasks.
Description of the Canon IJ Status Monitor interface.
Explanation of cleaning functions like print head cleaning.
Explanation of deep cleaning function.
Procedure for aligning the print head.
How to perform a nozzle check.
How to configure ink cartridge usage.
Cleaning the inside of the printer.
How to clean the paper feed rollers.
Steps to start the driver installation program.
Procedure for installing the MP Drivers.
Connecting and printing using Wireless Direct.
Steps to enable Wireless Direct.
How to connect devices to the printer.
How to switch from Wireless Direct to Wireless LAN.
How to change printer settings for Wireless Direct.
Load appropriate paper for copying.
How to place the original for copying.
How to make multiple copies.
How to use the IJ Scan Utility for scanning.
How to scan using the ScanGear application.
How to place originals correctly for scanning.
Explanation of the IJ Scan Utility software.
Steps to start and use IJ Scan Utility.
How to use the Auto Scan function.
Overview of the IJ Scan Utility interface screens.
Explanation of the ScanGear scanner driver.
Steps to start and use ScanGear.
How to scan using basic mode settings.
How to scan using advanced mode settings.
Overview of the ScanGear interface screens.
FAQs related to network connectivity.
FAQs related to printing problems.
FAQs related to software installation.
FAQs related to errors and messages.
Common issues encountered with the printer.
Troubleshooting for Wireless LAN connection issues.
Troubleshooting for Wireless Direct connection issues.
Steps to take when the printer cannot be found on the network.
Troubleshooting for printing or connection failures.
Tips and procedures for changing LAN settings.
Steps to resolve printer not found errors on the network.
General troubleshooting for network connection issues.
Other network-related issues and their solutions.
General scanning issues and solutions.
Explanations for IJ Scan Utility error messages.
Explanations for ScanGear error messages.
Troubleshooting steps when the scanner is not functioning.
Steps to resolve ScanGear not starting.
Troubleshooting when the printer does not power on.
Troubleshooting when the printer powers off unexpectedly.
Troubleshooting USB connection issues.
Resolving communication errors via USB.
Troubleshooting steps when MP Drivers cannot be installed.
How to update MP Drivers in a network environment.
Information on error occurrences and support codes.
Explanations for various error messages.
Interpreting alarm lamp flashes and corresponding causes.
Understanding alternating ON and Alarm lamp flashes.
List of support codes appearing on the computer screen with causes.
Cause and solution for paper jam code 1300.
Procedure to remove paper jammed inside the printer.
Possible causes for error code 1000.
Actions to take for error code 1000.
Cause for error code 1200.
Solution for error code 1200.
Cause for error code 1203 (cover opened during printing).
Solution for error code 1203.
Cause for error code 1401 (FINE cartridge not installed).
Solution for error code 1401.
Cause for error code 1485 (appropriate ink cartridge not installed).
Solution for error code 1485.
Cause for error code 1682 (FINE cartridge not recognized).
Solution for error code 1682.
Cause for error code 1686 (ink may have run out).
Solution for error code 1686.
Cause for error code 1688 (ink has run out).
Solution for error code 1688.
Cause for error code 168A (cartridge not installed properly or incompatible).
Solution for error code 168A.
Cause for error code 1700 (ink absorber almost full).
Solution for error code 1700.
Cause for error code 1890 (protective material still attached).
Solution for error code 1890.
Cause for error code 2900 (print head alignment failed).
Solution for error code 2900.
Cause for error code 2901 (waiting to scan alignment sheet).
Solution for error code 2901.
Cause for error code 4102 (media type/paper size incorrect).
Solution for error code 4102.
Cause for error code 4103 (cannot print with current settings).
Solution for error code 4103.
Cause for error code 5011 (printer error).
Solution for error code 5011.
Cause for error code 5012 (printer error).
Solution for error code 5012.
Cause for error code 5100 (printer error).
Solution for error code 5100.
Cause for error code 5200 (printer error).
Solution for error code 5200.
Cause for error code 5B00 (printer error).
Solution for error code 5B00.
Cause for error code 6000 (printer error).
Solution for error code 6000.
General| Print Technology | Inkjet |
|---|---|
| Functions | Print, Copy, Scan |
| Max Print Resolution | 4800 x 600 dpi |
| Print Speed Black | 8.0 ipm |
| Print Speed Color | 4.0 ipm |
| Scanner Type | Flatbed |
| Scanner Resolution | 600 x 1200 dpi |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi |
| Paper Sizes Supported | A4, A5, B5, Letter, Legal |
| Compatible Operating Systems | Windows, Mac OS |
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