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Canon PIXMA MG8120 Series Getting Started Manual

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Getting Started

Read Me First
Symbols Used in This Document
Prohibited actions.
Instructions including important information.
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In this guide, Windows 7 operating system is referred to as Windows 7
and Windows Vista operating system as Windows Vista.
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In this guide, the screens are based on Windows 7 Home Premium
and Mac OS X v.10.6.x. (Unless noted otherwise, the screens are
those of Windows 7.)
Make sure to read this manual before using the machine. Please keep it in hand for future reference.
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  • Page 1: Getting Started

    Canon Inkjet Photo All-In-One series Getting Started Read Me First Symbols Used in This Document Prohibited actions. Instructions including important information. • In this guide, Windows 7 operating system is referred to as Windows 7 and Windows Vista operating system as Windows Vista.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ■ Co n te nts 1 Preparation ...P.4 2 Install the Print Head ... 3 Install the Ink Tanks ... 4 Align the Print Head ... 5 Load Paper ...P.15 6 Select Connection Method ... 7 Install the Software (USB Connection) ...P.19 8 Wireless Setup ...
  • Page 3 ■ Ma c h i n e I nstal l at i on Fl ow USB Connection Software Installation P.18 - 23 Network Connection Wireless Connection Wired Connection Machine Preparation P.3 - 17 Machine Wireless Machine Wired Setup Setup P.18, 24 - 31 Software Installation P.35 - 43 Installation Complete...
  • Page 4 This machine contains both printed manuals and on-screen manuals to be viewed on a computer. The on-screen manuals are included on the Setup CD-ROM and are installed during the software installation. P ri nt e d M anuals • G e tt ing S t ar te d ( this manu al ) •...
  • Page 5 ■ D e v i c e s R equi r ed f or W i r e l ess/W ired C onnec t i on When using the machine over a wireless/wired connection, the following devices are required depending on the connection method.
  • Page 6 • Do not install the machine where an object may fall on it. In addition, do not place any object on the top of the machine. It may fall into the machine when opening covers, resulting in malfunction. • Paper Output Tray (A) automatically opens when printing starts.

  • Page 7: Preparation

    Unlock the scanner. Insert the power cord into the connector on the left side at the 1. Open the Document Cover (B). back of the machine and into the 2. Move the Scanner Lock Switch (C) wall outlet firmly. towards the release mark to unlock the Scanning Unit (Cover).
  • Page 8 Use the { or } button (H) on the Operation Panel to select the language for the LCD, then touch the OK button. • If an unintended language is displayed on the LCD, touch the Back button (I) to return to the Language selection screen. When it is necessary to turn off the machine Be sure to follow the procedure below.
  • Page 9 Lift the Scanning Unit (Cover) (A) until it stops. Close the Document Cover (B) and lift it with the Scanning Unit (Cover). The Print Head Holder (C) moves to the installation position. If the Print Head Holder does not move, make sure that the machine is turned on.

  • Page 10: Install The Print Head

    Firmly lift the part (D) of the Print Head Lock Lever in the Print Head Holder until it stops. The Print Head Lock Lever may feel heavy. • Do not touch the inside of the Print Head Holder (E). The machine may not print properly if you touch it.
  • Page 11 Tilt the Print Head forward and set it in place as shown. • Do not knock the Print Head against the sides of the holder. • Install in a well-lit environment. Hold the Print Head Lock Lever firmly and lower it completely. • Once you have installed the Print Head, do not remove it unnecessarily.
  • Page 12 1. Remove the orange tape completely. 2. Remove the protective film completely. • Handle the ink tanks carefully. Do not drop or apply excessive pressure to them. • Be sure to use the supplied ink tanks. • If the orange tape remains on the L-shape air hole, ink may splash or the machine may not print properly.

  • Page 13: Install The Ink Tanks

    Tilt the ink tank, then insert it under the label and against the back end of the slot. Make sure that the color of the label matches the ink tank. • Install in a well-lit environment. Press the PUSH mark on the ink tank firmly until it clicks. When the installation is completed properly, the Ink lamp lights red.
  • Page 14 Close the Scanning Unit (Cover) (E). Make sure the Inner Cover (F) is closed. • For your safety, always close the Scanning Unit (Cover) with both hands. 3 Install the Ink Tanks Make sure that the LCD changes as shown in the illustration and go to the next step.
  • Page 15 Prepare the Paper Support (A). 1. Open it. 2. Withdraw it upwards. 3. Tilt it back. Move the Paper Guides (B) Load a sheet of supplied specialty paper (Matte Photo Paper to both edges. MP-101) in the Rear Tray (C). Load paper in portrait orientation so that the cut corner (D) is at the top right.

  • Page 16: Align The Print Head

    Slide the left and right Make sure the Paper Output Paper Guides against Tray (E) is open, then open both edges of the the Output Tray Extension paper. (F). If printing starts while the Paper Output Tray is closed, it will automatically open.
  • Page 17 With the machine, the paper source varies depending on the media type. Specialty paper including photo paper Load paper in the Rear Tray (A). Plain paper Load paper in the Cassette (B). • For details on how to handle paper, refer to “Loading Paper”...

  • Page 18: Load Paper

    Pull out the Cassette (F). 5 Load Paper Move the left Paper Guide Slide the front Paper Guide (G) to the edge. (H) to align with the actual size of the paper. The front Paper Guide will click and stop when it aligns with the corresponding mark of paper size.
  • Page 19 Align the paper to the right side of Insert the Cassette slowly into the the Cassette (1), and slide the left machine until it clicks into place. Paper Guide completely against the left edge of the paper (2). Make sure that the height of the paper stack does not exceed the line (I).

  • Page 20: Usb Connection

    Intended Use • Want to connect to a computer with a USB cable. • Want to connect to computers without using cables. • Want to use from multiple computers. • Want to use from multiple computers. • Want to connect to a computer with an Ethernet cable.
  • Page 21 Do not connect the USB cable yet. • To use the machine by connecting it to a computer, software including the drivers needs to be copied (installed) to the computer’s hard disk. The installation process takes about 20 minutes. (The installation time varies depending on the computer environment or the number of application software to be installed.) •...

  • Page 22: Install The Software (Usb Connection)

    Press the ON button (A) to TURN Turn on the computer, then insert OFF THE MACHINE. the Setup CD-ROM into the CD- ROM drive. Operating noise may continue for up to 40 seconds until the machine turns off. If you are using Windows, the setup program starts automatically.
  • Page 23 Click Easy Install. The drivers, application software, and on-screen manuals are installed. • If you want to select particular items to install, click Custom Install. Click Install. 7 Install the Software (USB Connection) Select Use the printer via USB, then click Next. Follow any on-screen instructions to proceed with the software installation.
  • Page 24 □ USB Port When the Printer Connection screen appears, connect the machine to the computer with a USB cable. After connecting the cable, TURN ON THE MACHINE. The USB Port is located on the right side at the back of the machine. The lower port is for USB. 7 Install the Software (USB Connection) Important Information for the Installation □...
  • Page 25 For Windows Solution Menu EX starts. For Macintosh Solution Menu EX starts when clicking OK in the Canon Solution Menu EX dialog. Remove the Setup CD-ROM and keep it in a safe place. • The buttons displayed on Solution Menu EX may vary depending on the country or region of purchase.
  • Page 26 Before connecting the machine to the network, make sure that the computer and access point or router is connected. Internet Add (connect) the machine to the network. ■ Not es o n Wi rel ess Co nnec t ion • The configuration, router functions, setup procedures and security settings of the network device vary depending on your system environment.

  • Page 27: Wireless Setup

    * Also referred to as SSID. An identifier to identify the specific access point. You can retrieve your network key by using the Canon PIXMA Wireless Setup Assistant or the instructions which can be downloaded from the Canon support webpage (www.usa.canon.com/downloadlibrary). If you are unable to retrieve the network key or other settings, refer to the manual of your access point or router, or contact its manufacturer.
  • Page 28 Use the { or } button (A) to Use the [ or ] button display Setup, then touch the right (C) to select Wireless FUNCTION button (B). LAN setup, then touch the OK button. 8 Wireless Setup Select Yes, then touch the OK Select Easy setup, button.
  • Page 29 Make sure that one of the above screens is displayed, then touch the right FUNCTION button. If the above screen is not displayed, go to Enter the network key you wrote Make sure that the down on page 25, then touch the network key is correct, left FUNCTION button (E).
  • Page 30 Read this section only when setting up a wireless connection by using the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). Use the { or } button (A) to display Setup, then touch the right FUNCTION button (B). 8 Wireless Setup Use the [ or ] button (C) to select Wireless LAN setup, then touch the OK button.
  • Page 31 Select Other setup, Select WPS, then then touch the OK touch the OK button. button. Select Push button method, then touch the OK button. • To use the PIN code method for setup, select PIN code method in Follow the on-screen instructions to operate the machine and access point. When the screen in appears, touch the OK button.
  • Page 32 Press and hold the WPS button on the access point (for about 5 seconds), then touch the OK button on the machine within 2 minutes. For details on the WPS button pressing, refer to the manual of your access point. The Wi-Fi lamp (blue) flashes while searching for or connecting to an access point.
  • Page 33 4. Select the network name (SSID), then click Next. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the settings on the computer. 5. Go to • Canon assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss of data stored on your USB flash drive regardless of the cause even within the warranty period. • Operation may not be guaranteed depending on your USB flash drive. USB flash drives with security enabled may not be used.
  • Page 34 Before connecting the machine to the network, make sure that the computer and router is connected. Internet Add (connect) the machine to the network. ■ No t es on W i red Co nnec t io n • The configuration, router functions, setup procedures and security settings of the network device vary depending on your system environment.

  • Page 35: Wired Setup

    Remove the Cap (A), then connect a network device (router, etc.) with an Ethernet cable (B). Use the { or } button (C) to display Setup, then touch the right FUNCTION button (D). 9 Wired Setup...
  • Page 36 Use the [ or ] button (E) to select Select LAN settings, then touch Device settings, then touch the the OK button. OK button. 9 Wired Setup Select Change wireless/wired, Select Wired LAN active, touch then touch the OK button. the OK button.
  • Page 37 Setup CD-ROM during restarting. The installation resumes once your computer has restarted. • If the firewall function of your security software is turned on, a warning message may appear that Canon software is attempting to access the network. If such a warning message appears, set the security software to always allow access. •...

  • Page 38: Install The Software (Network Connection)

    Windows 7/Windows Vista Click Run Msetup4.exe on the AutoPlay screen, then click Yes or Continue on the User Account Control dialog box. If the User Account Control dialog box reappears in following steps, click Yes or Continue. Double-click the Setup icon of the CD-ROM folder to proceed to the following screen.
  • Page 39 Click Install. Select Use the printer on network, then click Next. Follow any on-screen instructions to proceed with the software installation. When the Printer Detection screen appears, click Next. • If the Printer Connection screen appears instead of the screen above, the connection method is not correctly selected in −...

  • Page 40: Registration (Macintosh)

    Network Setup Troubleshooting. Make sure there is no problem, then click Next again on the screen in Next, read “Information” on page 42! On the Canon IJ Network Tool screen, select MG8100 series in Printers, then click Next. • If the machine is not detected, refer to the printed manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting.
  • Page 41 40. v.10.5.x Go to v.10.4.11 on page 40. • The alphanumeric characters after Canon MG8100 series is the machine’s Bonjour service name or MAC address. • If the machine has not been detected, make sure of the following. −...
  • Page 42 Mac OS X v.10.6.x/v.10.5.x Mac OS X v.10.4.11 Select Canon MG8100 series canonijnetwork and click Add. Go to on page 41. 10 Install the Software (Network Connection) Mac OS X v.10.4.11 When the Printer List Click More Printers in window appears, click the Printer Browser Add.
  • Page 43 Make sure that Canon MG8100 series is added When the Register Printer and Scanner to the list of printers. screen appears, click Register Scanner. Go to Select Canon MG8100 Click Next on the Register Printer and series on the Scan-from-PC Scanner screen.
  • Page 44 Click Next. Follow any on-screen instructions to proceed with the software installation. 10 Install the Software (Network Connection) Important Information for the Installation □ Necessary Information for the User Registration When the serial number is not displayed on the registration screen automatically, input the serial number located inside the machine (as shown in the illustration).

  • Page 45: Information

    For Macintosh Solution Menu EX starts when clicking OK in the It is necessary to restart the computer Canon Solution Menu EX dialog. before scanning using the Operation Panel on the machine for the first time. Remove the Setup CD-ROM and keep it in a safe place.
  • Page 46 If the machine is already connected to a wireless/wired connection, it can be used from additional computers on the same network. To us e f rom addit io na l co m pu te r s Insert the Setup CD-ROM into the computer from which you want to use the machine.
  • Page 47 Use the O perat ion Pa ne l o n t h e m a ch in e to p r i n t yo u r own i tems e as il y. Vari ous appl ic at ion sof t wa re a re in sta l le d o n th e co m pu ter a l on g wi th the d rivers.

  • Page 48: Try Using The Machine

    Supported Memory Cards (Adapter required for Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Duo Memory Stick Micro Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO SD Card SDHC Card MultiMediaCard MultiMediaCard Plus miniSD Card miniSDHC Card microSD Card microSDHC Card RS-MMC MMCmobile Compact Flash Card* Microdrive *TYPE I / TYPE II (3.3V) xD-Picture Card...
  • Page 49 Load 4" x 6" (10 x 15 cm) photo paper in the Rear Tray (C) in portrait orientation with the printing side facing up. Make sure that the Paper Output Tray (D) is open. If printing starts while the Paper Output Tray is closed, it will automatically open.
  • Page 50 1. Trace along the Scroll Wheel (F) to display a photo to print. 2. Touch the [+] or [-] button to specify the number of copies. 3. Touch the Color button (G). Printing will start. • When the machine is ready for printing, the Color button lights up.
  • Page 51 Load A4 or Letter- 1. Open the Paper sized plain paper into Output Tray (B). the Cassette (A). 2. Open the Output Tray Extension (C). This section describes how to perform a 3. Open the Document standard copy. Cover (D). If printing starts while •...
  • Page 52 Load Paper" on page 12 Try Using the Machine Start Solution Menu EX from Select the image you want to print, the Canon Solution Menu then click Layout/Print. EX icon on the desktop When a photo is selected, the number (Windows) or on the Dock of copies is set to "1".

  • Page 53: Specifications

    SVGA 800 x 600 XGA 1024 x 768 • Easy-PhotoPrint Pro is a software plug-in for Canon Digital Photo Professional Ver. 2.1 or later, Adobe Photoshop CS4, CS3, CS2, CS and Adobe Photoshop Elements 6, 7*, and 8. * Windows only.

  • Page 54: Getting Help From Canon

    CLI-226GY 4550B001 PGI-225PGBK 4530B001 CLI-226C 4547B001 CLI-226Y 4549B001 Call 1-800-OK-CANON to locate a dealer near you, or visit the Canon online store at www.shop.usa.canon.com CANON U.S.A. INC. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042 U.S.A. www.usa.canon.com QT5-3070-V01 XXXXXXXX • Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

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