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Canon PIXMA G3200 User Manual

Canon PIXMA G3200
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G3000 series
Online Manual
Printer Functions
Overview
Printing
Scanning
Troubleshooting
English

Table of Contents

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Canon PIXMA G3200 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyInkjet
Print ResolutionUp to 4800 x 1200 dpi
Print Speed (Black)Approx. 8.8 ipm
Print Speed (Color)Approx. 5.0 ipm
Borderless PrintingYes
Wireless PrintingYes
Scanner TypeFlatbed
CopierYes
Ink Tank SystemYes
Paper HandlingRear Tray
ConnectivityUSB
Paper Sizes4" x 6", 5" x 7", 8" x 10", Letter, Legal, Envelope (DL, COM10)
Operating System CompatibilityWindows, Mac
Ink TypePigment Black and Dye Color Inks
Scanner Resolution600 x 1200 dpi (Optical)
Dimensions (W x D x H)17.6" (W) x 13.0" (D) x 6.6" (H)

Summary

Printer Functions

Connect Wirelessly with Ease in "Access Point Mode"

Enables wireless connection to computers/smartphones without a router.

Print Photos Easily Using My Image Garden

Organize and print photos using My Image Garden software.

Print Items with Easy-PhotoPrint+ (Web Application)

Create and print personalized items via a web application without installation.

Available Connection Methods

Explains wireless and USB connection options for the machine.

Direct Connection (Windows XP)

Details on connecting directly from Windows XP using Access Point Mode.

Easy Scan with the Auto Function

Scan documents/photos automatically by detecting item type.

Scan Originals Larger than the Platen

Scan large items by stitching left and right halves into one image.

Scan Multiple Originals at One Time

Scan two or more small items simultaneously and save each image individually.

Using PIXMA/MAXIFY Cloud Link

Connect printer to cloud services for printing/saving without a computer.

Print Easily from a Smartphone or Tablet with Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY

Print photos wirelessly from smartphones/tablets using Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY.

Checking Printer Information

Check printer status and change settings via web browser using Remote UI.

Online Storage Integration Function

Integrates printer with online storage services like Evernote for scanned images.

Using the Machine

Printing Photos from a Computer

Step-by-step guide to print photos from a computer using My Image Garden.

Copying Originals

Instructions on how to load originals and make copies on plain paper.

Safety

Safety Precautions

Essential safety measures for installation, power supply, and handling the printer.

Regulatory Information

Compliance information for FCC and Industry Canada regulations.

Main Components and Their Use

Main Components

Overview of the printer's primary components and their functions.

Front View

Identifies and describes key components visible from the front of the printer.

Rear View

Identifies and describes key components visible from the rear of the printer.

Inside View

Details internal components such as ink tanks and scanning unit/cover.

Operation Panel

Explains the buttons and lamps on the printer's operation panel.

Power Supply

Information on connecting and managing the printer's power supply.

Changing Settings

Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer (Windows)

Adjust printer settings like print quality, power, and noise via computer.

Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer (Mac OS)

Adjust printer settings like print quality, power, and noise via computer.

Changing Settings from Operation Panel

Modify printer settings directly from the machine's operation panel.

Initializing Machine Settings

Resets all machine settings to factory defaults, including network configurations.

Disabling Wireless LAN Function

Steps to disable the wireless LAN function on the printer.

Network Connection

Network Connection Tips

Advice and troubleshooting for establishing network connections.

Network Communication (Windows)

Checking and Changing Network Settings

Procedures for checking and modifying network configurations.

IJ Network Tool

Utility for displaying and modifying machine network settings.

Canon IJ Network Tool Screen

Description of the items displayed on the IJ Network Tool screen.

Canon IJ Network Tool Menus

Explanation of the menus available within the Canon IJ Network Tool.

Network Communication Tips

Tips for effective network communication.

Ensuring Optimal Printing Results

Ink Tips

Information regarding ink usage and consumption.

Printing Tips

Guidance for proper paper loading and checking machine status before printing.

Be Sure to Make Paper Settings after Loading Paper

Importance of matching paper settings to loaded paper for optimal print results.

Canceling a Print Job

Procedure for canceling a print job in progress using the Stop button.

Machine Handling Precautions

Guidelines on handling the machine safely and preventing damage.

Keeping Print Quality High

Advice on preventing print head drying or clogging for high print quality.

Transporting Your Printer

Instructions and precautions for safely transporting the printer.

Printing

Printing from Computer

Various methods for printing documents and photos from a computer.

Printing from Smartphone/Tablet

Methods for printing from mobile devices.

Copying

Procedures for performing copying tasks.

Printing from Computer

Printing from Application Software (Windows Printer Driver)

Printing using application software with the Windows driver.

Printing from Application Software (Mac OS Printer Driver)

Printing using application software with the Mac OS driver.

Printing Using Canon Application Software

Guide to using Canon's My Image Garden and Easy-PhotoPrint+ software.

Printing Using a Web Service

How to use web services for printing.

Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data

Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom)

How to set custom print quality levels.

Printing a Color Document in Monochrome

Steps to print color documents in monochrome.

Specifying Color Correction

Methods for correcting colors during printing.

Optimal Photo Printing of Image Data

Selecting printing methods for optimal photo print results.

Adjusting Colors with the Printer Driver

Using printer driver features to adjust colors.

Adjusting Color Balance

Adjusting the color balance (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) of prints.

Adjusting Brightness

Adjusting the brightness of printed images.

Adjusting Intensity

Adjusting the overall density or intensity of print colors.

Adjusting Contrast

Adjusting the contrast of images for printing.

Overview of the Printer Driver

Canon IJ Printer Driver

Description of the Canon IJ printer driver software.

How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window

Steps to access the printer driver setup window.

Page Setup Dialog

Configuration of basic print settings like paper size and scaling.

Print Dialog

Setting paper type and print quality for printing.

Quality & Media

Setting print based on paper type and quality.

Color Options

Adjusting print colors.

Borderless Printing

Printing without margins by extending data off the paper.

Margin

Setting stapling side and margin.

Canon IJ Printer Utility

Utility for printer maintenance and settings adjustment.

Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility

Steps to launch the Canon IJ Printer Utility.

Maintenance of this Printer

Overview of printer maintenance procedures.

Display the Printing Status Screen

How to check print job progress.

Deleting the Undesired Print Job

Steps to delete unwanted print jobs from the queue.

Instructions for Use (Printer Driver)

Important points and restrictions when using the printer driver.

Updating the Printer Driver

Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver

How to download the latest printer driver from the website.

Before Installing the Printer Driver

Pre-installation checks for the printer driver.

Installing the Printer Driver

Step-by-step guide for installing the printer driver.

Scanning

Scanning from Computer (Windows)

Instructions for scanning from a Windows PC.

Scanning from Computer (Mac OS)

Instructions for scanning from a Mac OS computer.

Scanning Using Smartphone/Tablet

Scanning functions for mobile devices.

Using IJ Scan Utility

What Is IJ Scan Utility (Scanner Software)?

Introduction to the IJ Scan Utility application for scanning.

Easy Scanning with Auto Scan

Scan items easily by automatically detecting the item type.

Scanning Documents

Scan items with settings optimized for documents.

Scanning Photos

Scan photos with settings optimized for photos.

Scanning with Favorite Settings

Scan using saved custom settings.

Scanning Originals Larger than the Platen (Image Stitch)

Scan large items by stitching multiple scans into one image.

Scanning Multiple Originals at One Time

Scan multiple small items simultaneously and save each image individually.

Saving after Checking Scan Results

Check and save scan results.

Sending Scanned Images via E-mail

Procedures for sending scanned images via email.

Extracting Text from Scanned Images (OCR)

Extract text from scanned documents using OCR.

IJ Scan Utility Screens

Overview of the IJ Scan Utility interface screens.

Troubleshooting

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions and answers for troubleshooting printer issues.

Examples of Problems

Categorized list of common problems encountered with the machine.

Error or Message Appears

Information on error codes and messages displayed by the printer.

Operation Problems

Troubleshooting steps for various operational issues.

Mechanical Problems

Power Does Not Come On

Steps to resolve power-on issues.

Power Shuts Off By Itself

Troubleshooting steps for unexpected power shutoffs.

USB Connection Problems

Issues related to connecting the printer via USB.

Cannot Communicate with Machine via USB

Steps to resolve communication errors over USB.

Printer Status Monitor Not Displayed (Windows)

Troubleshooting for the printer status monitor.

Installation and Download Problems

Cannot Install MP Drivers

Solutions for MP driver installation failures.

Easy-WebPrint EX Does Not Start or Easy-WebPrint EX Menu Does Not Appear (Windows)

Troubleshooting for Easy-WebPrint EX not launching or showing its menu.

Updating MP Drivers in Network Environment (Windows)

Steps to update MP Drivers in a network environment.

Uninstalling IJ Network Tool

Procedure for uninstalling the IJ Network Tool.

Errors and Messages

An Error Occurs

Information on error occurrences and support codes.

Message Appears

Common messages and their troubleshooting.

"The printer is performing another operation" Appears on Computer Screen

How to handle the "printer is performing another operation" message.

If You Cannot Solve a Problem

Repairing Your Machine

Guidance on what to do if you need to repair the machine.

List of Support Code for Error

List of Support Code for Error (Paper Jams)

Support codes for paper jam errors.

Handling Paper, Originals, Ink Tanks, etc.

Loading Paper

Instructions on how to load paper into the rear tray.

Loading Originals

How to place originals on the platen glass.

Refilling Ink Tanks

Procedures for refilling ink tanks.

Maintenance

If Printing Is Faint or Uneven

Troubleshooting steps for faint or uneven print quality.

Performing Maintenance Functions from Your Computer (Windows)

Maintenance tasks performed via computer on Windows.

Performing Maintenance Functions from Your Computer (Mac OS)

Maintenance tasks performed via computer on Mac OS.

Cleaning

Procedures for cleaning various parts of the printer.

Cleaning the Print Heads

Cleaning Inside the Printer

Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers

Printing a Nozzle Check Pattern

Aligning the Print Head

Aligning the Print Head Position Automatically

Cleaning the Exterior of the Machine

Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover

Overview

Safety

Information regarding safety precautions and guidelines.

Main Components and Their Use

Overview of the printer's main components and their functions.

Changing Settings

How to modify various printer settings.

Network Connection

Information on connecting the printer to a network.

Network Communication (Windows)

Details on network communication for Windows users.

Network Communication (Mac OS)

Details on network communication for Mac OS users.

Ensuring Optimal Printing Results

Tips and procedures for achieving the best possible print quality.

Legal Restrictions on Scanning/Copying

Legal limitations related to scanning and copying documents.

Specifications

Technical specifications of the printer.

Information about Paper

Media Types You Can Use

Lists supported paper types for optimal printing results.

Paper Load Limit

Specifies the maximum number of sheets that can be loaded in trays.

Media Types You Cannot Use

Lists paper types that should be avoided to prevent issues.

Printing Area

Details the printable area and margins for different paper sizes.

Printing

Printing from Computer

Various methods for printing from a computer.

Printing from Smartphone/Tablet

Methods for printing from mobile devices.

Copying

Procedures for performing copying tasks.

Printing from Computer

Printing from Application Software (Windows Printer Driver)

Printing using application software with the Windows driver.

Printing from Application Software (Mac OS Printer Driver)

Printing using application software with the Mac OS driver.

Printing Using Canon Application Software

Guide to using Canon's My Image Garden and Easy-PhotoPrint+ software.

Printing Using a Web Service

How to use web services for printing.

Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data

Setting the Print Quality Level (Custom)

How to set custom print quality levels.

Printing a Color Document in Monochrome

Steps to print color documents in monochrome.

Specifying Color Correction

Methods for correcting colors during printing.

Optimal Photo Printing of Image Data

Selecting printing methods for optimal photo print results.

Adjusting Colors with the Printer Driver

Using printer driver features to adjust colors.

Adjusting Color Balance

Adjusting the color balance (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) of prints.

Adjusting Brightness

Adjusting the brightness of printed images.

Adjusting Intensity

Adjusting the overall density or intensity of print colors.

Adjusting Contrast

Adjusting the contrast of images for printing.

Overview of the Printer Driver

Canon IJ Printer Driver

Description of the Canon IJ printer driver software.

How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window

Steps to access the printer driver setup window.

Page Setup Dialog

Configuration of basic print settings like paper size and scaling.

Print Dialog

Setting paper type and print quality for printing.

Quality & Media

Setting print based on paper type and quality.

Color Options

Adjusting print colors.

Borderless Printing

Printing without margins by extending data off the paper.

Margin

Setting stapling side and margin.

Canon IJ Printer Utility

Utility for printer maintenance and settings adjustment.

Opening the Canon IJ Printer Utility

Steps to launch the Canon IJ Printer Utility.

Maintenance of this Printer

Overview of printer maintenance procedures.

Display the Printing Status Screen

How to check print job progress.

Deleting the Undesired Print Job

Steps to delete unwanted print jobs from the queue.

Instructions for Use (Printer Driver)

Important points and restrictions when using the printer driver.

Updating the Printer Driver

Obtaining the Latest Printer Driver

How to download the latest printer driver from the website.

Before Installing the Printer Driver

Pre-installation checks for the printer driver.

Installing the Printer Driver

Step-by-step guide for installing the printer driver.

Scanning

Scanning from Computer (Windows)

Instructions for scanning from a Windows PC.

Scanning from Computer (Mac OS)

Instructions for scanning from a Mac OS computer.

Scanning Using Smartphone/Tablet

Scanning functions for mobile devices.

Using IJ Scan Utility

What Is IJ Scan Utility (Scanner Software)?

Introduction to the IJ Scan Utility application for scanning.

Easy Scanning with Auto Scan

Scan items easily by automatically detecting the item type.

Scanning Documents

Scan items with settings optimized for documents.

Scanning Photos

Scan photos with settings optimized for photos.

Scanning with Favorite Settings

Scan using saved custom settings.

Scanning Originals Larger than the Platen (Image Stitch)

Scan large items by stitching multiple scans into one image.

Scanning Multiple Originals at One Time

Scan multiple small items simultaneously.

Saving after Checking Scan Results

Check and save scan results.

Sending Scanned Images via E-mail

Procedures for sending scanned images via email.

Extracting Text from Scanned Images (OCR)

Extract text from scanned documents using OCR.

IJ Scan Utility Screens

Overview of the IJ Scan Utility interface screens.

Troubleshooting

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions and answers for troubleshooting printer issues.

Examples of Problems

Categorized list of common problems encountered with the machine.

Error or Message Appears

Information on error codes and messages displayed by the printer.

Operation Problems

Troubleshooting steps for various operational issues.

Network Communication Problems

Cannot Find Machine on Network

Troubleshooting steps when the machine is not found on the network.

Network Connection Problems

General troubleshooting for network connection issues.

Other Network Problems

Addresses other miscellaneous network-related issues.

Machine Suddenly Cannot Be Used

Printing Is Slow

Message Appears on Computer During Setup

Problems while Printing/Scanning from Smartphone/Tablet

Cannot Print/Scan from Smartphone/Tablet

Steps to resolve issues when printing/scanning from mobile devices fails.

Printing Problems

Printing Does Not Start

Steps to take when printing does not start.

Paper Jams

Procedures for clearing paper jams.

Print Results Are Unsatisfactory

Troubleshooting steps for poor print quality.

No Ink Comes Out

Solutions for when no ink is being printed.

Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error

Troubleshooting paper feed issues.

Copying/Printing Stops

What to do if copying or printing stops unexpectedly.

Scanning Problems (Mac OS)

Scanning Problems

General troubleshooting for scanning issues on Mac OS.

Scan Results Are Unsatisfactory

Troubleshooting poor scan quality.

IJ Scan Utility Error Messages

Explanations of IJ Scan Utility error messages.

Scanner Driver Error Messages

Explanations of scanner driver error messages.

Scanning Problems

Scanner Does Not Work

Steps to take when the scanner is not functioning.

Scanner Driver Does Not Start

Troubleshooting steps for when the scanner driver fails to start.

Error Message Appears and the Scanner Driver Screen Does Not Appear

Resolving errors where the scanner driver screen does not appear.

Cannot Scan Multiple Originals at One Time

Troubleshooting issues with scanning multiple items simultaneously.

Cannot Scan Properly with Auto Scan

Ensuring proper scanning with the Auto Scan function.

Slow Scanning Speed

Tips to improve slow scanning speed.

"There is not enough memory." Message Is Displayed

Resolving "not enough memory" messages during scanning.

Computer Stops Operating during Scanning

Troubleshooting computer freezing during scanning.

Scanned Image Does Not Open

Steps to take if scanned images cannot be opened.

Scan Results Are Unsatisfactory

Scan Quality (Image Displayed on the Monitor) Is Poor

Troubleshooting poor scan quality displayed on the monitor.

Scanned Image Is Surrounded by Extra White Areas

Adjusting scan area to remove unwanted white margins.

Cannot Scan at the Correct Size

Ensuring items are placed correctly for accurate scanning size.

Original Is Placed Correctly, but the Scanned Image Is Slanted

Correcting slanted scanned images by adjusting settings.

Scanned Image Is Enlarged (Reduced) on the Computer Monitor

Troubleshooting scanned images appearing enlarged or reduced.

Mechanical Problems

Power Does Not Come On

Steps to resolve power-on issues.

Power Shuts Off By Itself

Troubleshooting unexpected power shutoffs.

USB Connection Problems

Issues related to connecting the printer via USB.

Cannot Communicate with Machine via USB

Steps to resolve communication errors over USB.

Printer Status Monitor Not Displayed (Windows)

Troubleshooting for the printer status monitor.

Installation and Download Problems

Cannot Install MP Drivers

Solutions for MP driver installation failures.

Easy-WebPrint EX Does Not Start or Easy-WebPrint EX Menu Does Not Appear (Windows)

Troubleshooting for Easy-WebPrint EX not launching or showing its menu.

Updating MP Drivers in Network Environment (Windows)

Steps to update MP Drivers in a network environment.

Uninstalling IJ Network Tool

Procedure for uninstalling the IJ Network Tool.

Errors and Messages

An Error Occurs

Information on error occurrences and support codes.

Message Appears

Common messages and their troubleshooting.

"The printer is performing another operation" Appears on Computer Screen

How to handle the "printer is performing another operation" message.

If You Cannot Solve a Problem

Repairing Your Machine

Guidance on what to do if you need to repair the machine.

List of Support Code for Error

List of Support Code for Error (Paper Jams)

Support codes for paper jam errors.

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