Canon PIXMA IP Series - User Manual

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Canon 30-241 Ink Cartridge Reset – Pixma iP/MP/MX/MG Series
The following procedures may be used to reset the Canon printer ink level monitoring
following the installation of a refilled Canon 30, 31, 40, 41, 50, 51, 210, 211, 240, or 241
integrated ink cartridge. In most cases, the error/alert will need to be cleared to enable
printing. Ink waste container reset procedures are also provided below.
NOTE: for multi-cartridge installation, the procedure(s) may need to be repeated twice.
A. Pixma iP/MP/MX/MG Ink Counter Reset* (UNIVERSAL RESET Procedure #1)
a. At computer screen message, select ‘Stop’/’Reset’, ‘OK’, or ‘Resume’,
or….
b. Select ‘Stop’/’Reset’, ‘OK’ or the ‘Resume’ button (triangle-circle icon) on your printer for 5
seconds.
Printing may continue under the ‘ink out’ condition.
B. Pixma iP Ink Counter Reset** (Procedure #2)
a. Press and Hold the Resume (triangle-circle) button
b. Press and Hold the Power Button; hold both buttons for 5 seconds
c. Release the Resume (triangle-circle) button.
d. Press the Resume button 5 times.
e. Release the Power button. The blinking ink level/power light should go steady after a few
seconds.
Printing may continue under the ‘ink out’ condition.
C. Pixma MP/MX/MG Series: General Printer & Ink Counter Reset*** (Procedure #3.a)
a. Press the power button to turn off the printer.
b. Hold the "Stop/Reset" button while pushing the power button. While still holding down the
power button, release the "Stop/Reset" button and then push it twice in a row.
c. Wait approximately 20 to 30 seconds until the LED shows 0.
d. Push the "Stop/Reset" button four (4) times in a row.
e. Push the power button twice.
f. Turn off the printer by pushing the power button one more time. The printer is now reset.
Next, reset the cartridge ink counter:
a. Unplug the power and the USB cables from the printer.
b. Open the cartridge door and hold down the power button.

Summary

Canon Pixma Ink Cartridge Reset Procedures

Universal Ink Counter Reset Procedure 1

Reset ink counter for Pixma iP/MP/MX/MG series via computer or printer buttons.

Pixma iP Ink Counter Reset Procedure 2

Specific steps for Pixma iP series to reset ink counter using button combinations.

Pixma MP;MX;MG General Printer Reset Procedure 3.a

General reset for MP/MX/MG series printers including power and stop/reset button sequence.

Pixma MP Series Ink Counter Reset Procedure 3.b

Reset procedure for MP200-MP400 series printers using factory mode and test page.

Pixma MP;MX;MG LCD Series Ink Counter Reset Procedure 3.c

Ink counter reset for MP/MX/MG models with LCD, using button sequences.

Pixma MP Universal Ink Counter Reset Procedure 3.d

Universal reset for MP140-MP830 series using reset and color start buttons.

Pixma iP;MP;MX;MG Ink Waste Counter Reset Procedure 4

Procedure for resetting ink waste counter for various Pixma series models.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications (Implicit)
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features

This document provides detailed instructions for resetting ink counters and waste ink counters on various Canon Pixma printer series, including iP, MP, MX, and MG models, specifically for integrated ink cartridges such as the Canon 30, 31, 40, 41, 50, 51, 210, 211, 240, or 241. The primary function of these procedures is to allow printing to continue after refilling ink cartridges, even when the printer's internal ink level monitoring system indicates an "ink out" condition. This is crucial for users who refill their cartridges, as the printer would otherwise prevent further printing. The document also addresses clearing error/alert messages that typically appear after a refill.

Function Description:

The core function of these procedures is to bypass or reset the printer's internal ink level monitoring system. When a Canon printer detects that an ink cartridge is "empty," it often stops printing and displays an error message. For refilled cartridges, this detection is inaccurate, as the cartridge has been replenished. The reset procedures trick the printer into believing the cartridge is full or allow it to continue printing despite an "ink out" warning. This extends the life and usability of refilled cartridges, offering a cost-effective alternative to purchasing new ones. Additionally, a procedure for resetting the "Ink Waste" counter is provided, which is essential for maintaining the printer's internal waste ink pad and preventing potential overflow or service errors related to it.

Important Technical Specifications (Implicit):

While not explicitly stated as technical specifications, the document implies compatibility with a wide range of Canon Pixma printer models and specific integrated ink cartridges.

• Compatible Ink Cartridges: Canon 30, 31, 40, 41, 50, 51, 210, 211, 240, or 241 integrated ink cartridges.
• Compatible Printer Series: Canon Pixma iP, MP, MX, and MG series.
  • Pixma iP/MP/MX/MG (Universal Reset #1): Applicable to a broad range of models.
  • Pixma iP (Reset #2): Primarily for printers without an LCD display, such as iP1600, iP1800, iP2600, iP2700, iP2702.
  • Pixma MP/MX/MG (General Reset #3.a): Applicable to models with an LCD/display screen.
  • Pixma MP (Reset #3.b): Specifically for MP200 through MP400 series printer models.
  • Pixma MP/MX/MG (Reset #3.c): For Canon printer models featuring an LCD display screen.
  • Pixma MP (Universal Ink Counter Reset #3.d): For Canon MP140 through MP830 printer models only.
  • Pixma iP/MP/MX/MG (Ink Waste Counter Reset #4): Applicable to all Canon Pixma printer models.

The document also lists specific models for different procedures, providing a detailed compatibility guide:

• [30-211 Inks]: CANON PIXMA MP190, MP470, MX300, MX310, iP1600, iP1800, iP2600, MP150, MP160, MP170, MP180, MP190, MP210, MP450, MP460, MP470, MX300, MX310, MP240, MP250, MP260, MP270, MP280, MP480, MP490, MP495, MX320, MX330, MX340, MX350, MX360, MX410, MX420, iP2700, iP2702.
• [240-241 Inks]: CANON PIXMA MX452, MG3120, MG3220, MG2220, MG2120, MX512, MX522, MG4220, MX432, MX439, MG4120.

Usage Features:

The document outlines several distinct usage features, primarily in the form of step-by-step reset procedures:

1. Ink Counter Reset (Universal Reset Procedure #1):

   • Method: Involves interacting with the printer's display or buttons (Stop/Reset, OK, Resume) to clear messages or hold down the Resume button for 5 seconds.
   • Outcome: Allows printing to continue under an "ink out" condition.
   • Note: May need to be repeated twice for multi-cartridge installations.

2. Ink Counter Reset (Procedure #2 for iP Series):

   • Method: A sequence of pressing and holding the Resume and Power buttons, followed by specific presses of the Resume button (5 times) and releasing the Power button.
   • Visual Feedback: Blinking ink level/power light should go steady.
   • Outcome: Printing continues under "ink out" condition.
   • Applicability: Primarily for printers without an LCD display.

3. General Printer & Ink Counter Reset (Procedure #3.a for MP/MX/MG Series):

   • Method: A more complex sequence involving turning off the printer, holding Stop/Reset while pressing Power, releasing Stop/Reset and pressing it twice, waiting for LED to show '0', pressing Stop/Reset four times, pressing Power twice, and finally turning off the printer.
   • Cartridge Counter Reset (Follow-up): Requires unplugging cables, opening the cartridge door, holding the power button, reconnecting cables, and then closing the door and releasing the power button.
   • Outcome: Resets the printer and the cartridge ink counter.

4. Ink Counter Reset (Procedure #3.b for MP Series):

   • Method: Involves turning off and unplugging the printer, holding On/Off while plugging back in, pressing Stop/Reset twice while holding On/Off to enter factory mode, navigating to "Shipping Mode 3" using arrow buttons, selecting "OK," pressing Stop/Reset when "Without Cleaning" appears (to print a test page), lifting the cover, unplugging the printer, removing cartridges, closing the cover, plugging back in, hitting On/Off, and finally reinserting cartridges.
   • Outcome: Resets the ink counter and allows printing.

5. Ink Counter Reset (Procedure #3.c for MP/MX/MG Series with LCD):

   • Method: Similar to #3.a, involving turning off the printer, holding Stop/Reset while pressing Power, releasing Stop/Reset and pressing it twice, waiting for LED to show '0', pressing Stop/Reset four times, pressing Power twice, and finally turning off the printer.
   • Outcome: Resets the printer and allows printing.

6. Universal Ink Counter Reset (Procedure #3.d for MP Series):

   • Method: Turn on the printer, press and hold the "Reset button," then press and hold the "Color Start" button, wait 5 seconds, release Color Start, then Reset, wait for printer configuration (approx. 20 seconds), press and hold "Tool" button and "A" should appear, press and hold "Reset button" while holding "Tool," wait for blinking lights to stop, release "Tool," then "Reset."
   • Outcome: Resets the ink counter.

7. "Ink Waste" Counter Reset (Procedure #4):

   • Method: With the printer off but powered, press Power while holding Stop/Reset. When Power LED is lit, press Stop/Reset twice while holding Power. Release both buttons to enter service mode. When the LED is green, press Stop/Reset a specific number of times (4 times for "Waste ink counter reset") according to the LED function table.
   • Visual Feedback: LED lights alternatively in orange and green.
   • LED Function Table: Provides a guide for different service mode functions based on the number of Stop/Reset presses (e.g., 0 for Power off, 1 for Service pattern print, 3 for EEPROM reset, 4 for Waste ink counter reset, etc.).
   • Outcome: Resets the internal waste ink counter, preventing service errors related to a full waste ink pad.

Maintenance Features:

The document primarily focuses on maintenance related to ink systems, specifically:

• Ink Level Monitoring Bypass: Allows users to continue using refilled cartridges even when the printer's sensor indicates they are empty, reducing waste and cost.
• Waste Ink Counter Reset: A critical maintenance step for printers, as waste ink pads have a finite capacity. Resetting this counter prevents the printer from locking up due to a perceived "full" waste ink pad, which would otherwise require professional servicing or replacement of the pad. This extends the operational life of the printer.
• Error/Alert Clearing: The procedures are designed to clear common printer errors and alerts that arise from refilled cartridges or waste ink pad issues, restoring the printer to a functional state.
• Test Page Printing (Implicit): Some procedures, like #3.b, involve printing a test page, which can be a useful diagnostic tool to confirm the success of the reset and the printer's functionality.
• EEPROM Reset: Procedure #4 includes an option for "EEPROM reset" (3 times Orange), which can be a deeper level of printer maintenance, potentially resolving more persistent issues by resetting the printer's non-volatile memory.
• Print Head Deep Cleaning: Procedure #4 also includes an option for "Print head deep cleaning" (6 times Green), which is a standard maintenance function to improve print quality by clearing clogged nozzles.

In summary, this manual serves as a comprehensive guide for users of Canon Pixma printers with integrated ink cartridges who wish to manage their ink consumption more economically by refilling cartridges. It provides essential procedures to overcome the printer's built-in limitations and maintain its functionality over time.

Canon PIXMA IP Series Specifications

General

Brand	Canon
Model	PIXMA IP Series
Category	Printer
Language	English