Page 1 E3100 series Online Manual Basic Operation Network Handling Paper, Originals, FINE Cartridges, etc. Maintenance Overview of the Machine Information about Paper Printing Copying Scanning Frequently Asked Questions List of Support Code for Error English...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Using Online Manual..........8 Symbols Used in This Document.
Page 3 Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern........... 74 Cleaning the Print Head.
Page 4 Indication of LCD..............127 Changing Settings.
Page 5 Scanning............172 Scanning from Computer (AirPrint).
Page 6 Restoring to Factory Defaults........... . 218 Printing Problems.
Page 7 1430..............275 1485.
Page 8: Using Online Manual
Using Online Manual Operating Environment Symbols Used in This Document Touch-enabled Device Users (Windows) Printing Online Manual Trademarks and Licenses Screenshots in This Manual...
Page 9: Symbols Used In This Document
Symbols Used in This Document Warning Instructions that, if ignored, could result in death or serious personal injury caused by incorrect operation of the equipment. These must be observed for safe operation. Caution Instructions that, if ignored, could result in personal injury or material damage caused by incorrect operation of the equipment.
Page 10: Touch-Enabled Device Users (Windows)
Touch-enabled Device Users (Windows) For touch actions, you need to replace "right-click" in this document with the action set on the operating system. For example, if the action is set to "press and hold" on your operating system, replace "right-click" with "press and hold."...
Page 11: Trademarks And Licenses
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Page 22: Basic Operation
Basic Operation Printing Photos from a Computer Printing Photos from a Smartphone/Tablet Copying...
Page 23: Printing Photos From A Computer
Printing Photos from a Computer This section describes how to print photos with My Image Garden. 1. Open the paper support (A). 2. Pull out the paper output tray (B) and the output tray extension (C). 3. Load paper vertically WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING YOU. 4.
Page 24 After loading paper on the rear tray, the Paper status and the current paper size flash on the LCD. 5. Press Paper Select button (E) to select a paper size according to the paper loaded on the rear tray and press OK button (F).
Page 25 6. Click the My Image Garden icon (G) in Quick Menu. The Guide Menu screen is displayed. Note • The number and types of icons displayed vary depending on your region, the registered printer/ scanner and the installed applications. 7. Click the Photo Print icon (H).
Page 26 8. Click the folder (I) with photos you want to print. 9. Click the photos (J) you want to print. For Windows: To select two or more photos at a time, click photos while pressing the Ctrl key. For Mac OS: To select two or more photos at a time, click photos while pressing the command key.
Page 27 For Mac OS: Specify the number of copies. 12. Start printing. For Windows: Click Print. For Mac OS: Click Print. When the Print dialog starts, specify your printer name, paper size, etc., then click Print. Note • My Image Garden lets you use images on your computer, such as photos taken with a digital camera, in a number of ways.
Page 28: Printing Photos From A Smartphone/Tablet
Printing Photos from a Smartphone/Tablet This section describes how to print photos with Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY. For details on how to download Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY, see below. Print Easily from a Smartphone or Tablet with Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY 1. Open the paper support (A).
Page 29 After loading paper on the rear tray, the Paper status and the current paper size flash on the LCD. 5. Press Paper Select button (E) to select a paper size according to the paper loaded on the rear tray and press OK button (F).
Page 30 6. Start (Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY) from your smartphone/tablet. 7. Select Photo Print on Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY. The list of photos saved on your smartphone/tablet is displayed. 8. Select a photo. You can also select multiple photos at once. 9. Specify the number of copies, paper size, etc.
Page 31: Copying
Copying This section describes how to load originals and copy them to plain paper. 1. Open the paper support (A). 2. Pull out the paper output tray (B) and the output tray extension (C). 3. Load paper vertically WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING YOU. 4.
Page 32 After loading paper on the rear tray, the Paper status and the current paper size flash on the LCD. 5. Press Paper Select button (E) to select a paper size according to the paper loaded on the rear tray and press OK button (F).
Page 33 6. Open the document cover (G). 7. Load the original WITH THE SIDE TO COPY FACING DOWN and align it with the alignment mark (H). 8. Close the document cover. 9. Press the Black button (I) or Color button (J).
Page 34 Important • Do not open the document cover until copying is complete. Note • Your printer is equipped with many other convenient copy features. Copying...
Page 35: Network
Network Available Connection Methods The following connection methods are available on the printer. • Wireless Connection Connect the printer and devices (e.g. computer/smartphone/tablet) using a wireless router. If you have a wireless router, we recommend you use one for wireless connection. ◦...
Page 36 Changing Wireless LAN Connection Method Changing Connection Mode • To add computer/smartphone/tablet to the printer: Connecting to Another Computer via LAN/Changing from USB to LAN Connection • To use Wireless Direct temporarily: Printing/Scanning with Wireless Direct IJ Network Device Setup Utility IJ Network Device Setup Utility checks or diagnoses the settings of the printer and those of computer and restores the status of them if anything is wrong with network connection.
Page 37: Restrictions
Restrictions When connecting another device while a device (such as a smartphone) is already connected to the printer, connect it using the same connection method as the connected device. If you connect using a different connection method, the connection to the device in use will be disabled. Connect via wireless router •...
Page 38 • In Wireless Direct mode, you can connect up to five devices at the same time. If you try to connect a sixth device while five devices are already connected, an error will appear. If an error appears, disconnect a device that does not use the printer, then configure settings again. •...
Page 39: Network Connection Tips
Network Connection Tips Default Network Settings Another Printer Found with Same Name Connecting to Another Computer via LAN/Changing from USB to LAN Connection Printing Network Settings Changing Wireless LAN Connection Method...
Page 40: Default Network Settings
Enable/disable IPv6 Enable Enable/disable WSD Enable Timeout setting 15 minutes Enable/disable Bonjour Enable Service name Canon E3100 series LPR protocol setting Enable RAW protocol Enable LLMNR Active PictBridge communication Enable ("XX" represents alphanumeric characters.) * Default value depends on printer.
Page 41: Another Printer Found With Same Name
Another Printer Found with Same Name When the printer is found during setup, other printers with the same name may appear on the results screen. Select a printer with checking the printer settings against those on detection result screen. • For Windows: Check the printer's MAC address or serial to select the correct printer from the results.
Page 42: Connecting To Another Computer Via Lan/Changing From Usb To Lan Connection
Connecting to Another Computer via LAN/Changing from USB to LAN Connection For Windows: For Mac OS: For Windows: To add a computer to connect to the printer on a LAN or to change from USB to LAN connection, perform setup using the Setup CD-ROM or from the web page. For Mac OS: To connect an additional computer to the printer via LAN, or to change from USB to LAN connection, perform setup from the web page.
Page 43: Printing Network Settings
Network Diagnostics Network diagnostics ― Diagnostic Result Diagnostic result XXXXXXXX Result Codes Result codes XXXXXXXX Result Code Details Result code details http://canon.com/ijnwt Wireless LAN Wireless LAN Enable/Disable WPS PIN CODE WPS PIN code XXXXXXXX Infrastructure Infrastructure Enable/Disable 3-2-1 Signal Strength...
Page 44 3-2-7 Channel Channel XX (1 to 13) 3-2-8 Encryption Encryption method None/WEP/TKIP/AES 3-2-9 WEP Key Length WEP key length (bits) Inactive/128/64 3-2-10 Authentication Authentication method None/auto/open/shared/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK 3-2-11 TCP/IPv4 TCP/IPv4 Enable 3-2-12 IP Address IP address XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX 3-2-13 Subnet Mask Subnet mask XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX 3-2-14 Default Gateway...
Page 45 3-2-28 Default Gateway3 Default gateway 3 XXXX:XXXX:XXXX:XXXX XXXX:XXXX:XXXX:XXXX 3-2-29 Default Gateway4 Default gateway 4 XXXX:XXXX:XXXX:XXXX XXXX:XXXX:XXXX:XXXX 3-2-33 IPsec IPsec setting Active 3-2-34 Security Protocol Security method ESP/ESP & AH/AH Access Point Mode Operation mode for Enable/Disable Wireless Direct 3-3-1 MAC Address MAC address XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX 3-3-2...
Page 46 RAW Printing RAW printing setting Enable/Disable Bonjour Bonjour setting Enable/Disable 5-10 Bonjour Service Bonjour service name Bonjour service name (Up to 52 alphanumeric charac- Name ters) 5-11 LLMNR LLMNR setting Enable/Disable 5-12 SNMP SNMP setting Enable/Disable 5-13 PictBridge Commun. PictBridge Communi- Enable/Disable cation 5-14...
Page 47: Changing Wireless Lan Connection Method
Changing Wireless LAN Connection Method Follow either procedure below to change wireless LAN connection method (infrastructure or Wireless Direct). • For Windows: ◦ Redo setup using the Setup CD-ROM or from the web page. ◦ Perform settings on the Network Settings screen on IJ Network Device Setup Utility. Important •...
Page 48: Handling Paper, Originals, Fine Cartridges, Etc
Handling Paper, Originals, FINE Cartridges, etc. Loading Paper Loading Originals Replacing a FINE Cartridge...
Page 49: Loading Paper
Loading Paper Loading Plain Paper / Photo Paper...
Page 50: Loading Plain Paper / Photo Paper
For details on the Canon genuine paper, see Supported Media Types. • You can use general copy paper or Canon Red Label Superior WOP111/Canon Océ Office Colour Paper SAT213. For the page size and paper weight you can use for this printer, see Supported Media Types.
Page 51 2. Pull out the paper output tray (B) and the output tray extension (C). 3. Load paper vertically against the far right of the rear tray WITH THE PRINT SIDE FACING YOU. 4. Adjust the paper guide (D) with the paper left side. Do not slide the paper guide too hard against the paper.
Page 52 Important • Always load paper in the portrait orientation (E). Loading paper in the landscape orientation (C) can cause paper jams. Note • Do not load sheets of paper higher than the load limit mark (G). After loading paper on the rear tray, the Paper status and the current paper size flash on the LCD.
Page 53 5. Press Paper Select button (H) to select a paper size according to the paper loaded on the rear tray and press OK button (I). Note • After loading paper, select the size and type of the loaded paper on the print settings screen of the computer.
Page 54 and an error code are displayed if these settings do not match to prevent incorrect printing. When the error message and the error code are displayed, check and correct the paper settings.
Page 55: Loading Originals
Loading Originals Loading Originals on the Platen Glass Supported Originals...
Page 56: Loading Originals On The Platen Glass
Loading Originals on the Platen Glass 1. Load an original on the platen glass. 1. Open the document cover. 2. Load the original WITH THE SIDE TO SCAN FACING DOWN on the platen glass. Align the corner of the original with the alignment mark Important •...
Page 57 2. Close the document cover gently. Important • After loading the original on the platen glass, be sure to close the document cover before starting to copy or scan.
Page 58: Supported Originals
Supported Originals Item Details Types of originals - Text document, magazine, or newspaper - Printed photo, postcard, business card, or disc (BD/DVD/CD, etc.) Size (width x height) Max. 8.5 x 11.7 inches (216 x 297 mm)
Page 59: Replacing A Fine Cartridge
Replacing a FINE Cartridge Replacing a FINE Cartridge Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps on the Operation Panel Ink Tips...
Page 60: Replacing A Fine Cartridge
Replacing a FINE Cartridge When remaining ink cautions or errors occur, the error code will appear on the LCD to inform you of the error. In this state, the printer cannot print or scan. Check the error code and take appropriate action. An Error Occurs While using the printer, the periphery of the paper output slot may become dirty with ink.
Page 61 • Color ink may be consumed even when printing a black-and-white document or when black-and- white printing is specified. Both color ink and black ink are also consumed in the standard cleaning and deep cleaning of the print head, which may be necessary to maintain the performance of the printer. When ink runs out, replace the FINE cartridge immediately with a new one.
Page 62 2. Remove the FINE cartridge. Important • Handle the FINE cartridge carefully to avoid staining of clothing or the surrounding area. • Discard the empty FINE cartridge according to the local laws and regulations regarding disposal of consumables. 5. Prepare a new FINE cartridge. 1.
Page 63 Important • If you shake a FINE cartridge, ink may spill out and stain your hands and the surrounding area. Handle a FINE cartridge carefully. • Be careful not to stain your hands and the surrounding area with ink on the removed protective tape.
Page 64 2. Push the FINE cartridge in and up firmly until it snaps into place. Important • Check if the FINE cartridge is installed correctly.
Page 65 • The printer cannot print unless both the color FINE cartridge and black FINE cartridge are installed. Be sure to install both cartridges. 7. Close the cover. Note • If the error code is displayed on the LCD after the cover is closed, take appropriate action. An Error Occurs •...
Page 66: Checking The Ink Status With The Ink Lamps On The Operation Panel
Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps on the Operation Panel Note • The ink level detector is mounted on the printer to detect the remaining ink level. The printer considers as ink is full when a new FINE cartridge is installed, and then starts to detect a remaining ink level. If you install a used FINE cartridge, the indicated ink level of it may not be correct.
Page 67: Ink Tips
Ink Tips How is ink used for various purposes other than printing? Ink may be used for purposes other than printing. Ink is not only used for printing, but also for cleaning the print head to maintain the optimal printing quality. The printer has the function to automatically clean the ink jet nozzles to prevent clogging.
Page 68: Maintenance
Maintenance If Printing Is Faint or Uneven Performing Maintenance Functions from Your Computer (Windows) Performing Maintenance Functions from Your Computer (Mac OS) Cleaning...
Page 69: If Printing Is Faint Or Uneven
If Printing Is Faint or Uneven Maintenance Procedure Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Cleaning the Print Head Deep Print Head Cleaning Aligning the Print Head...
Page 70: Maintenance Procedure
Maintenance Procedure If print results are blurred, colors are not printed correctly, or print results are unsatisfactory (e.g. misaligned printed ruled lines), perform the maintenance procedure below. Important • Do not rinse or wipe the FINE cartridge. This can cause trouble with the FINE cartridge. Note •...
Page 71 Replacing a FINE Cartridge Note • If the problem is still not resolved after replacing the FINE cartridge, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair. When the Print Results Are Not Even such as the Ruled Lines Are Misaligned: Align the print head.
Page 72 From the computer • For Windows: Adjusting Print Head Position • For Mac OS: Adjusting Print Head Position...
Page 73: Printing The Nozzle Check Pattern
Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzle. Note • If the remaining ink level is low, the nozzle check pattern will not be printed correctly. Replace the FINE cartridge whose ink is low.
Page 74: Examining The Nozzle Check Pattern
Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Examine the nozzle check pattern, and clean the print head if necessary. 1. Check if there are missing lines in the pattern (A) or horizontal white streaks in the pattern (B). If there are missing lines in the pattern (A): Cleaning the print head is required.
Page 75: Cleaning The Print Head
Cleaning the Print Head Clean the print head if lines are missing or if horizontal white streaks are present in the printed nozzle check pattern. Cleaning unclogs the nozzles and restores the print head condition. Cleaning the print head consumes ink, so clean the print head only when necessary. 1.
Page 76: Deep Print Head Cleaning
If the problem is not resolved, turn off the power and clean the print head deeply again after 24 hours. If the problem is still not resolved, replace the FINE cartridge with a new one. If the problem is still not resolved after replacing the FINE cartridge, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 77: Aligning The Print Head
Aligning the Print Head If printed ruled lines are misaligned or print results are otherwise unsatisfactory, adjust the print head position. Note • If the remaining ink level is low, the print head alignment sheet will not be printed correctly. Replace the FINE cartridge whose ink is low.
Page 78 Important • Do not touch any printed part on the print head alignment sheet. If the sheet is stained or wrinkled, it may not be scanned properly. • If the print head alignment sheet was not printed correctly, press the Stop button, then redo this procedure from the beginning.
Page 79 7. Close the document cover gently, then press the Black button or the Color button. The printer starts scanning the print head alignment sheet, and the print head position will be adjusted automatically. The print head position adjustment will be complete when the ON lamp lights after flashing. Remove the print head alignment sheet on the platen glass.
Page 80: Performing Maintenance Functions From Your Computer (Mac Os)
Performing Maintenance Functions from Your Computer (Mac OS) Opening Remote UI for Maintenance Cleaning the Print Heads Adjusting Print Head Position Checking Ink Status from Your Computer...
Page 81: Opening Remote Ui For Maintenance
Opening Remote UI for Maintenance You can perform maintenance of printer and change the settings from a Remote UI. The following is the procedure to open a Remote UI. 1. Open System Preferences, and select Printers & Scanners 2. Select your model from the printer list, and click Options & Supplies... 3.
Page 82: Cleaning The Print Heads
Cleaning the Print Heads The print head cleaning function allows you to clear up clogged print head nozzle. Perform print head cleaning if printing is faint or a specific color fails to print, even though there is enough ink. Cleaning 1.
Page 83 Before running the deep cleaning, check the following items: Check whether the printer is on and open the printer's cover. Check the following items for each ink. Then, if necessary, perform Deep cleaning. • Is there ink remaining in the cartridge? •...
Page 84: Adjusting Print Head Position
Adjusting Print Head Position Any error in the print head installation position can cause color and line shifts. Adjusting the print head position improves print results. Auto head alignment 1. Select Utilities from Remote UI 2. Click Auto head alignment A message appears.
Page 85: Checking Ink Status From Your Computer
Checking Ink Status from Your Computer You can check the detailed information such as the remaining ink level and the FINE cartridge types of your model. If you select Printer status from Remote UI, the ink status appears as an illustration. Estimated ink levels You can check the types and levels of ink.
Page 86: Cleaning
Cleaning Cleaning Exterior Surfaces Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Cleaning Paper Feed Rollers Cleaning Inside the Printer (Bottom Plate Cleaning)
Page 87: Cleaning Paper Feed Rollers
Cleaning Paper Feed Rollers If the paper feed rollers are dirty or paper powder is attached to it, paper may not be fed properly. In this case, clean the paper feed rollers. You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper or cleaning sheet available on the market 1.
Page 88 After cleaning the paper feed rollers, turn on the power, then clean the paper feed rollers again. If the problem is not resolved after cleaning the paper feed rollers, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 89: Cleaning Inside The Printer (Bottom Plate Cleaning)
Cleaning Inside the Printer (Bottom Plate Cleaning) Remove stains from the inside of the printer. If the inside of the printer becomes dirty, printed paper may get dirty, so we recommend performing cleaning regularly. You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper* * Be sure to use a new piece of paper.
Page 91: Overview
Overview Safety Safety Precautions Regulatory Information WEEE (EU & EEA) Handling Precautions Canceling Print Jobs Storing Printed Images Legal Restrictions on Scanning/Copying Printer Handling Precautions Transporting Your Printer When repairing, lending, or disposing of the printer Keeping Print Quality High Main Components and Their Use Main Components Power Supply...
Page 92: Safety
Safety Safety Precautions Regulatory Information WEEE (EU&EEA)
Page 93: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Choosing a location • Do not install the printer in a location that is unstable or subject to excessive vibration. • Do not install the printer in locations that are very humid or dusty, in direct sunlight, outdoors, or close to a heating source.
Page 94: Regulatory Information
20cm between the radiator and persons body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles) and must not be colocated or operated with any other antenna or transmitter. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Park Melville, New York 11747...
Page 95 Users in Canada This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.
Page 97: Weee (Eu&Eea)
For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved WEEE scheme or your household waste disposal service. For more information regarding return and recycling of WEEE products, please visit www.canon- europe.com/weee.
Page 98 U kunt ook het schema voor de afvoer van afgedankte elektrische en elektronische apparatuur (AEEA) raadplegen. Ga voor meer informatie over het inzamelen en recyclen van afgedankte elektrische en elektronische apparatuur naar www.canon- europe.com/weee.
Page 99 Si desea más información acerca de la devolución y reciclado de RAEE, visite la web www.canon-europe.com/weee. Només per a la Unió Europea i a l’Espai Econòmic Europeu (Noruega, Islàndia i Liechtenstein) Aquest símbol indica que aquest producte no s’ha de llençar a les escombraries de la llar, d’acord amb la...
Page 100 Yderligere oplysninger om, hvor du kan bortskaffe dit elektronikaffald med henblik på genanvendelse, får du hos de kommunale renovationsmyndigheder. Yderligere oplysninger om returnering og genanvendelse af affald af elektrisk og elektronisk udstyr får du ved at besøge www.canon- europe.com/weee.
Page 101 Du kan få mer informasjon om hvor du kan avhende utrangert utstyr til resirkulering ved å kontakte lokale myndigheter, et godkjent WEEE-program eller husholdningens renovasjonsselskap. Du finner mer informasjon om retur og resirkulering av WEEE-produkter på www.canon-europe.com/weee. Vain Euroopan unionin sekä ETA:n (Norja, Islanti ja Liechtenstein) alueelle.
Page 102 úřad vaší obce, správní orgán vykonávající dozor nad likvidací odpadu, sběrny OEEZ nebo služba pro odvoz komunálního odpadu. Další informace týkající se vracení a recyklace OEEZ naleznete na adrese www.canon-europe.com/weee. Csak az Európai Unió és az EGT (Norvégia, Izland és Liechtenstein) országaiban...
Page 103 WEEE lub skontaktować się z przedsiębiorstwem zajmującym się wywozem odpadów domowych. Więcej informacji o zwracaniu i recyklingu zużytego sprzętu elektrycznego i elektronicznego znajduje się w witrynie www.canon-europe.com/weee. Platí len pre štáty Európskej únie a EHP (Nórsko, Island a Lichtenštajnsko) Tento symbol znamená, že podľa Smernice 2012/19/EÚ...
Page 104 į savo miesto valdžios institucijas, atliekų tvarkymo organizacijas, patvirtintų EEĮ atliekų sistemų arba jūsų buitinių atliekų tvarkymo įstaigų atstovus. Išsamesnės informacijos apie EEĮ atliekų grąžinimo ir perdirbimo tvarką galite rasti apsilankę tinklalapyje www.canon- europe.com/weee. Samo za Evropsko unijo in EGP (Norveška, Islandija in Lihtenštajn)
Page 105 OEEO. Če želite več informacij o vračanju in recikliranju izdelkov v skladu z direktivo OEEO, obiščite www.canon-europe.com/weee. Само за Европейския съюз и ЕИП (Норвегия, Исландия и Лихтенщайн) Този...
Page 106 şi reciclarea produselor DEEE, vizitaţi www.canon-europe.com/ weee. Samo za Europsku uniju i EEZ (Norveška, Island i Lihtenštajn) Ovaj simbol pokazuje da se ovaj proizvod ne smije odlagati s kućnim otpadom sukladno WEEE Direktivi (2012/19/EC) i vašem nacionalnom zakonu. Ovaj proizvod je potrebno predati na posebno mjesto za sakupljanje otpada, npr.
Page 107: Handling Precautions
Handling Precautions Canceling Print Jobs Storing Printed Images Legal Restrictions on Scanning/Copying Printer Handling Precautions Transporting Your Printer When repairing, lending, or disposing of the printer Keeping Print Quality High...
Page 108: Legal Restrictions On Scanning/Copying
Legal Restrictions on Scanning/Copying Scanning, printing, copying, or modifying copies of the following may be punishable under law. This list is non-exhaustive. When in doubt, check with a local legal representative. • Paper money • Money orders • Certificates of deposit •...
Page 109: Printer Handling Precautions
Printer Handling Precautions Do not place any object on the document cover! Do not place any object on the document cover. It will fall into the rear tray when the document cover is opened and cause the printer to malfunction. Also, place the printer where objects will not fall on it.
Page 110: Transporting Your Printer
Transporting Your Printer When relocating the printer, make sure of the following. Important • Pack the printer in a sturdy box so that it is placed with its bottom facing down, using sufficient protective material to ensure safe transport. • With the FINE cartridge left installed in the printer, press the ON button to turn off the power. This allows the printer to automatically cap the print head, thus preventing it from drying.
Page 111: When Repairing, Lending, Or Disposing Of The Printer
When repairing, lending, or disposing of the printer If you have entered personal data, passwords and/or other security settings on the printer, such information may be stored in the printer. When sending the printer for repair, lending or transferring the printer to another person, or disposing of the printer, please be sure to follow the steps below in order to delete such information and prevent third parties from accessing it.
Page 112: Keeping Print Quality High
Keeping Print Quality High The key to printing with the optimal printing quality is to prevent the print head from drying or clogging. Always observe the following rules for optimal printing quality. Note • Depending on the type of paper, ink may blur if you trace the printed area with a highlight pen or paint- stick, or bleed if water or sweat comes in contact with the printed area.
Page 113: Main Components And Their Use
Main Components and Their Use Main Components Power Supply Indication of LCD...
Page 114: Main Components
Main Components Front View Rear View Inside View Operation Panel...
Page 115: Front View
Front View (1) document cover Open to load an original on the platen glass. (2) paper support Open to load paper on the rear tray. (3) paper guide Align with the left side of the paper stack. (4) rear tray Load paper here.
Page 116 (8) operation panel Use to change the settings of the printer or to operate it. Operation Panel (9) platen glass Load an original here.
Page 117: Rear View
Rear View (1) power cord connector Plug in the supplied power cord. (2) USB port Plug in the USB cable to connect the printer with a computer. Important • Do not touch the metal casing. • Do not plug in or unplug the USB cable while the printer is printing or scanning originals with the computer.
Page 118: Inside View
Inside View (1) FINE cartridge (ink cartridges) A replaceable cartridge that integrates print head and ink tank. (2) FINE cartridge holder Install the FINE cartridge. The color FINE cartridge should be installed into the left slot and the black FINE cartridge should be installed into the right slot.
Page 119: Operation Panel
Operation Panel * All lamps on the operation panel are shown lit in the figure below for explanatory purposes. (1) ON button Turns the power on or off. Before turning on the power, make sure that the document cover is closed. (2) ON lamp Lights after flashing when the power is turned on.
Page 120 (10) Paper Select button Select the paper size of the printer. (11) OK button Finalizes the selection of paper size setting. This button is also used to resolve an error. (12) Stop button Cancels operations. You can press this button to cancel a print, copy, or scan job in progress. Holding this button down lets you select maintenance options or printer settings.
Page 121: Power Supply
Power Supply Confirming that the Power Is On Turning the Printer On and Off Checking the Power Plug/Power Cord Unplugging the Printer...
Page 122: Confirming That The Power Is On
Confirming that the Power Is On The ON lamp is lit when the printer is turned on. Even if the LCD is off, if the ON lamp is lit, the printer is on. Note • It may take a while for the printer to start printing immediately after you turn on the printer. •...
Page 123: Turning The Printer On And Off
Turning the Printer On and Off Turning on the printer 1. Press the ON button to turn on the printer. The ON lamp flashes and then remains lit. Confirming that the Power Is On Note • It may take a while for the printer to start printing immediately after you turn on the printer. •...
Page 124 Important • When you unplug the power cord after turning off the printer, be sure to confirm that the ON lamp is off. Note • You can set the printer to automatically turn off when no operations are performed or no print jobs are sent to the printer for a certain interval.
Page 125: Checking The Power Plug/Power Cord
Checking the Power Plug/Power Cord Unplug the power cord once a month to confirm that the power plug/power cord does not have anything unusual described below. • The power plug/power cord is hot. • The power plug/power cord is rusty. •...
Page 126: Unplugging The Printer
Unplugging the Printer To unplug the power cord, follow the procedure below. Important • When you unplug the power cord, press the ON button, then confirm that the ON lamp is off. Unplugging the power cord while the ON lamp is lit or flashing may cause drying or clogging of the print head and print quality may be reduced.
Page 127: Indication Of Lcd
Indication of LCD The number of copies, maintenance code, error code or various icons is displayed on the LCD. (1) Network status Appears when Wireless LAN is enabled. (2) Current network status Displays the current network status. The icon differs depending on the network of use or the network status. (Signal strength: 81 % or more): You can use the printer over a wireless LAN without any problems.
Page 128 (7) Paper size Displays the current paper size. The paper size also flashes while you select the paper size after pressing the Paper Select button.
Page 129: Changing Settings
Changing Settings Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer (Windows) Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer (Mac OS) Changing Settings from Operation Panel...
Page 130: Changing Printer Settings From Your Computer (Mac Os)
Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer (Mac OS) Managing the Printer Power Changing the Printer Operation Mode...
Page 131: Managing The Printer Power
Managing the Printer Power Printer power supply is operated from Remote UI. Energy saving settings Energy saving settings allows you to set Auto power off and Auto power on. Auto power off is the function wherein the printer automatically turns itself off, when data is not sent or the printer remains inactive for a certain period.
Page 132: Changing The Printer Operation Mode
Changing the Printer Operation Mode If necessary, switch between various modes of printer operation. 1. Check whether the printer is on and select Device settings from Remote UI 2. If necessary, complete the following settings: Custom settings - Detect paper setting mismatch If the check box is deselected, at the time of printing from PC, you can continue to print without the message display even if the paper settings set in the Print dialog differs from the paper information registered to the printer.
Page 133: Changing Settings From Operation Panel
Changing Settings from Operation Panel Quiet setting Turning on/off Printer Automatically Initializing Printer Settings Switching/Disabling Wireless Connection Function...
Page 134: Quiet Setting
Quiet setting Enables this function on the printer if you want to reduce the operating noise, such as when printing at night. Follow the procedure below to perform setting. Make sure that the printer is turned on. 2. Press the Setup button until "12" appears on the LCD. 3.
Page 135: Initializing Printer Settings
Initializing Printer Settings You can initialize the printer settings. Important • For Windows: When using the printer over wireless LAN, note that initialization erases all network settings on the printer, and printing operation from a computer over network may become impossible. To use the printer over network, perform setup with the Setup CD-ROM or perform it according to the instructions on our website.
Page 136: Switching/Disabling Wireless Connection Function
Switching/Disabling Wireless Connection Function Follow the procedure below to switch the wireless connection function or to disable it. Make sure that the printer is turned on. 2. Press the Network button. 3. Make sure that the icon has disappeared on the LCD.
Page 137: Specifications
Specifications General Specifications Printing resolution (dpi) 4800* (horizontal) x 1200 (vertical) * Ink droplets can be placed with a pitch of 1/4800 inch at minimum. Interface USB Port: Hi-Speed USB *1 LAN Port: Wireless LAN: IEEE802.11n / IEEE802.11g / IEEE802.11b *2 *1 A computer that complies with Hi-Speed USB standard is required.
Page 138 * With the Paper Support and Paper Output Tray retracted. Weight Approx. 8.5 lb (Approx. 3.9 kg) * With the FINE Cartridges installed. Canon FINE Cartridge Total 1280 nozzles (BK 320 nozzles, C/M/Y each 320 nozzles) Copy Specifications Multiple copy max.
Page 139 Wireless LAN Supported Standards: IEEE802.11n / IEEE802.11g / IEEE802.11b Frequency bandwidth: 2.4 GHz Channel: 1-11 or 1-13 * Frequency bandwidth and available channels differ depending on country or region. Communication distance: Indoors 164 feet/50 m * Effective range varies depending on the installation environment and location. Security: WEP (64/128 bits) WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES)
Page 140 Other Supported OS iOS, Android, Windows 10 Mobile Some functions may not be available with the supported OS. Refer to the Canon web site for details. Mobile Printing Capability Apple AirPrint Google Cloud Print PIXMA Cloud Link • Internet connection or CD-ROM drive is required to install the software for Windows.
Page 141: Information About Paper
Information about Paper Supported Media Types Paper Load Limit Unsupported Media Types Handling Paper Print Area...
Page 142: Supported Media Types
• For details on page sizes and media types, access the Canon website. • Genuine Canon paper is not available in some countries or regions. Note that in the United States, Canon paper is not sold by model number. Instead, purchase paper by name.
Page 143 • Maximum size: 8.50 x 26.61 inches (215.9 x 676.0 mm) Paper Weight You can use paper in the following weight range. • 17 to 28 lb (64 to 105 g /m ) (plain paper other than genuine Canon paper)
Page 144: Paper Load Limit
Rear Tray Paper Output Tray Canon Red Label Superior <WOP111> Approx. 60 sheets Approx. 10 sheets Canon Océ Office Colour Paper <SAT213> Approx. 50 sheets Approx. 10 sheets Paper for printing photos: Note • For best results in continuous printing, remove printed sheets from the paper output tray to avoid smearing or discoloration.
Page 145: Unsupported Media Types
• Paper that is too thin (weighing less than 17 lb (64 g /m • Paper that is too thick (plain paper weighing more than 28 lb (105 g /m ), except for Canon genuine paper) • Paper thinner than a postcard, including plain paper or notepad paper cut to a small size (when printing on paper smaller than A5) •...
Page 146: Handling Paper
Handling Paper • Be careful not to rub or scratch the surfaces of any types of paper when handling. • Hold the paper as closely as possible to its edges and try not to touch the printing surface. The print quality may be degraded if the printing surface is smudged with sweat or oil that comes from your hands.
Page 147: Printing
Printing Printing from Computer Printing from Smartphone/Tablet Printing from Digital Camera Paper Settings...
Page 148: Printing From Computer
Printing from Computer Printing from Application Software (Windows Printer Driver) Printing from Application Software (AirPrint) Printing Using Canon Application Software Printing Using a Web Service...
Page 149: Printing From Application Software (Airprint)
Printing from Application Software (AirPrint) Printing Using AirPrint Basic Adding AirPrint Printer How to Open AirPrint Printer Settings Screen Display the Printing Status Screen Deleting the Undesired Print Job Removing AirPrint Printer That Is No Longer Required from List of Printers...
Page 150: Printing Using Airprint
Printing Using AirPrint You can print photographs, E-mails, web pages, and other documents using AirPrint, even if the printer driver is not installed or the application is not downloaded. Check that printer power is on Note • If Auto power on is enabled, printer automatically turns itself on when receiving a print job. Load paper in printer 3.
Page 151 Important • An error may occur if the paper size/type set in the print dialog is different from the paper size/type set on the printer. Select the correct items on the print dialog and the printer that correspond to the paper being printed. Note •...
Page 152: Adding Airprint Printer
Adding AirPrint Printer Procedure for adding AirPrint printer to your Mac is explained. To re-add a printer that was deleted, open System Preferences -> Printers & Scanners, click + next to the printer list, and then perform the procedure described below. 1.
Page 153: How To Open Airprint Printer Settings Screen
How to Open AirPrint Printer Settings Screen The settings screen of the AirPrint printer can be displayed from your application software. Opening the Page Setup Dialog Use this procedure to set the page (paper) settings before printing. 1. Select Page Setup... from the File menu of the application software The Page Setup dialog opens.
Page 154: Display The Printing Status Screen
Display the Printing Status Screen Check the print progress according to the following procedure: 1. Launch the printing status screen • If the print data has been sent to the printer The printing status screen opens automatically. To display the printing status screen, click the (the printer icon) displayed on the Dock.
Page 155: Deleting The Undesired Print Job
Deleting the Undesired Print Job If the printer does not start printing, canceled or failed print job data may be remaining. Delete unnecessary print jobs from the print status check screen. 1. Open System Preferences, and select Printers & Scanners 2.
Page 156: Removing Airprint Printer That Is No Longer Required From List Of Printers
Removing AirPrint Printer That Is No Longer Required from List of Printers AirPrint printer that is no longer in use can be removed from the list of printers. Before removing AirPrint printer, remove the cable connecting the printer and PC. You cannot remove the AirPrint printer if not logged in as the administrator.
Page 157: Printing From Smartphone/Tablet
Printing from Smartphone/Tablet Printing from iPhone/iPad/iPod touch (iOS) Printing from Smartphone/Tablet (Android) Printing from Windows 10 Mobile Device Printing/Scanning with Wireless Direct...
Page 158: Printing From Ios Device (Airprint)
Printing from iOS Device (AirPrint) Use AirPrint to print photographs, E-mails, web pages, and other documents without having to download special applications. Checking Your Environment First, check your environment. • AirPrint Operation Environment iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch running the latest version of iOS •...
Page 159 Menu options appear. 4. Tap Print 5. Select your model name from Printer on Printer Options. Important • Because some applications do not support AirPrint, Printer Options may not be displayed. If an application does not let you use printer options, you cannot print from that application.
Page 160 6. Check Print Settings Set the number of copies to be printed and print options, as needed. 7. Tap Print When you execute printing, the printer prints according to the specified settings. Note • It can take the wireless LAN a few minutes to get connected after the printer turns on. Print after checking that the printer is connected to the network.
Page 161 Deleting Print Job To delete a print job with AirPrint, use one of the following two methods: • From printer: Use Stop button to cancel the print job. • From iOS device: Click the Home button in the iOS device twice to switch to multitask mode, swipe towards the right to display Print Center, then tap on it.
Page 162: Printing/Scanning With Wireless Direct
Printing/Scanning with Wireless Direct You can connect devices (e.g. smartphone or tablet) to the printer by two methods below. • Wireless connection (connecting devices via a wireless router) • Direct wireless connection (connecting devices using Wireless Direct) This section describes Wireless Direct, which allows you to print by connecting the devices to the printer directly.
Page 163 2. Select "XXXXXX-E3100 series" ("XXXXXX" represents last six digits of printer's MAC address.) from list displayed on device. Note • If "XXXXXX-E3100 series" does not appear on the list, Wireless Direct is not enabled. Enabling Wireless Direct of Printer to enable Wireless Direct.
Page 164: Paper Settings
Paper Settings By registering the paper size of paper loaded on the rear tray, you can prevent the printer from misprinting by displaying the error code before printing starts when the paper size of the loaded paper differs from the print settings.
Page 165 When the paper size setting for printing is different from the paper size setting set to the printer: • Paper size setting for printing: A5 • Paper size setting set to the printer: A4 When you start printing, an error code appears on the LCD. Select one of the operations below.
Page 166 For example, when the paper size setting for printing is A5 and the paper size setting set to A4 on the LCD, the printer starts printing with A5 on the paper loaded. • Printing after replacing paper You print after replacing paper loaded on the rear tray. For example, when the paper size setting for printing is A5 and the paper size setting set to A4 on the LCD, you load A5 sized paper before you start printing.
Page 167: Copying
Copying Making Copies on Plain Paper Basics Copying on Photo Paper Copying Using Smartphone or Tablet...
Page 168: Making Copies On Plain Paper
Making Copies on Plain Paper Load the original on the platen glass to copy on the A4, Letter, B5, or A5 sized plain paper. Make sure that the printer is turned on. Load paper. Load A4, Letter, B5, or A5 sized plain paper. Select A4, LTR, B5, or A5 size for paper size setting on the LCD.
Page 169 Copying on Photo Paper • If you press the Color button or the Black button when the paper size is not selected on the LCD, an error code appears on the LCD. An Error Occurs Note • The original is copied at the same magnification on plain paper. The original is copied on plain paper with borders.
Page 170: Copying On Photo Paper
Copying on Photo Paper Load the original on the platen glass to copy on the KG/10x15cm(4x6), 13x18cm(5x7), or Square size (127x127mm) photo paper. Make sure that the printer is turned on. Load paper. Load KG/10x15cm(4x6), 13x18cm(5x7), or Square size (127x127mm) photo paper. Select KG, 4"x6"/10x15cm, 5"x7"/13x18cm, or 5"x5"/13x13cm size for paper size setting on the LCD.
Page 171 An Error Occurs Note • The original is copied automatically by reducing/enlarging to fit the paper size of photo paper. The original is copied on photo paper without borders. • If you copy the rectangular original on the square size paper, it will be copied with missing the top and bottom edges or the left and right edges.
Page 172: Scanning
Scanning Scanning from Computer (Windows) Scanning from Computer (AirPrint) Scanning Using Smartphone/Tablet...
Page 173: Scanning From Computer (Airprint)
Scanning from Computer (AirPrint) Scanning According to Item Type or Purpose (IJ Scan Utility Lite) IJ Scan Utility Lite Features Scanning Easily (Auto Scan) Basics Scanning Documents and Photos Scanning Tips Positioning Originals (Scanning from Computer)
Page 174: Scanning According To Item Type Or Purpose (Ij Scan Utility Lite)
Scanning According to Item Type or Purpose (IJ Scan Utility Lite) IJ Scan Utility Lite Features Scanning Easily (Auto Scan) Basics Scanning Documents and Photos Important • Available functions and settings vary depending on your scanner or printer.
Page 175: Ij Scan Utility Lite Features
IJ Scan Utility Lite Features Use IJ Scan Utility Lite to scan and save documents, photos, or other items at one time by simply clicking the corresponding icon. Important • The displayed items and available functions vary depending on your scanner or printer. Multiple Scanning Modes Auto allows for one click scanning with default settings for various items.
Page 176 Note • To set the applications to integrate with, see Settings Dialog.
Page 177: Scanning Easily (Auto Scan)
Scanning Easily (Auto Scan) Auto Scan allows for automatic detection of the type of the item placed on the platen or ADF (Auto Document Feeder). Important • This function is not supported depending on your model. • The following types of items may not be scanned correctly. In that case, adjust the cropping frames (selection boxes;...
Page 178 Scanning Multiple Documents at One Time from the ADF (Auto Document Feeder)
Page 179: Scanning Documents And Photos
Scanning Documents and Photos Scan items placed on the platen with settings suitable for documents or photos. Save documents in formats such as PDF and JPEG, and photos in formats such as JPEG and TIFF. 1. Place the item on the platen. Positioning Originals (Scanning from Computer) 2.
Page 180: Scanning Tips
Scanning Tips Positioning Originals (Scanning from Computer)
Page 181: Positioning Originals (Scanning From Computer)
Positioning Originals (Scanning from Computer) This section describes how to load originals on the platen or ADF (Auto Document Feeder) for scanning. If items are not placed correctly they may not be scanned correctly. Important • Do not place objects on the document cover. When you open the document cover, the objects may fall into your scanner or printer, resulting in malfunction.
Page 182 Important Important • Large items (such as A4 size photos) that cannot be • For the portions in which items cannot be scan- placed away from the edges/arrow (alignment mark) of ned, click Home to return to the top page of the the platen may be saved as PDF files.
Page 183 2. Place documents on ADF, and then adjust document guides to width of documents. Insert the documents face-up until a beep sounds. To scan both sides of the documents, place the documents face-up. Note • When scanning duplex documents, place the front sides facing up. They will not be scanned correctly if placed the other way around.
Page 184: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Cannot Find Printer on Network Cannot Find Printer while Using Wireless LAN Network Key Unknown Network Cannot Print or Connect For other questions about network, click here. Printing Does Not Start Paper Is Blank/Printing Is Blurry/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks Appear Print Results Are Unsatisfactory Print List of Support Code for Error (Paper Jams)
Page 185 Scan Results Are Unsatisfactory (Mac OS) Cannot Print/Scan from Smartphone/Tablet Cannot Set Correctly (Network) Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Setup (Windows) Cannot Find Printer while Using Wireless LAN Printer Suddenly Cannot Be Used Network Key Unknown Administrator Password Set for Printer Unknown Printer Cannot Be Used After Replacing Wireless Router or Changing Its Settings Message Appears on Computer During Setup...
Page 186: Network Settings And Common Problems
Network Settings and Common Problems Here are frequently asked questions on network. Select a connection method you are using, or you want to use. Wireless LAN Wireless Direct Wireless LAN Cannot Find Printer Cannot Find Printer while Using Wireless LAN Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Setup (Windows) Cannot Proceed beyond Printer Connection Screen Cannot Find Printer after Searching it on Printer Detection Screen During Setup...
Page 187 Cannot Connect Smartphone/Tablet to Wireless Router Checking Wireless Router SSID for Smartphone/Tablet Setting Up Using Smartphone/Tablet Cannot Print/Scan from Smartphone/Tablet Downloading Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY Problems while Using Printer Message Appears on Computer During Setup Printing Is Slow Ink Level Not Shown on Printer Status Monitor (Windows)
Page 188: Network Communication Problems
Network Communication Problems Cannot Find Printer on Network Network Connection Problems Other Network Problems...
Page 189: Cannot Find Printer On Network
Cannot Find Printer on Network While performing printer setup: Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Setup (Windows) Cannot Proceed beyond Printer Connection Screen While using printer: Cannot Find Printer while Using Wireless LAN...
Page 190: Cannot Find Printer On Check Printer Settings Screen During Setup (Windows)
Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Setup (Windows) If the printer cannot be found and the Check Printer Settings screen appears after searching the printer by Automatic search on the Search for Printers screen, click Redetect and search for the printer again by the IP address on the Search for Printers screen.
Page 191: Checking Power Status
Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless LAN Setup (Windows)-Checking Power Status Are printer and network device (router, etc.) turned on? Make sure the printer is turned on. Confirming that the Power Is On Make sure network device (router, etc.) is turned on. If printer or network device is off: Turn on printer or network device.
Page 192: Checking Pc Network Connection
Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless LAN Setup (Windows)-Checking PC Network Connection Can you view any web pages on your computer? Make sure the computer and network device (router, etc.) are configured and the computer is connected to the network.
Page 193: Cannot Find Printer On Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless Lan Setup (Windows)-Checking Printer's Wireless Lan Settings
Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless LAN Setup (Windows)-Checking Printer's Wireless LAN Settings Is printer set to allow wireless communication? Make sure the icon is displayed on the LCD. If icon is not displayed: The printer is not set to allow wireless communication. Turn on wireless communication on the printer. If icon is displayed: Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless LAN Setup (Windows)- Checking Wireless LAN Environment...
Page 194: Cannot Find Printer On Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless Lan Setup (Windows)-Checking Wireless Lan Environment
Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless LAN Setup (Windows)-Checking Wireless LAN Environment Is the printer connected to the wireless router? Check the connection status between the printer and wireless router using the sign on the right of the icon.
Page 195 Important • Note that some wireless routers distinguish SSIDs by the last alphanumeric character according to their bandwidth (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz) or purpose (for computer or game machine). To check the SSID of the wireless router the printer is connected to, print the network settings. Printing Network Settings For details, see the instruction manual supplied with the wireless router or contact the manufacturer.
Page 196: Checking Printer's Ip Address
Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless LAN Setup (Windows)-Checking Printer's IP Address Is printer's IP address specified correctly? If printer's IP address is not specified correctly, the printer may not be found. Make sure whether printer's IP address is not used for another device.
Page 197: Cannot Find Printer On Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless Lan Setup (Windows)-Checking Security Software Settings
• If no message appears: Cancel the setup, and then set the security software to allow Canon software to access the network. The file Setup.exe or Setup64.exe in the win > Driver > DrvSetup folder on the Setup CD-ROM After setting the security software, redo the network communication setup from the beginning.
Page 198: Cannot Find Printer On Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless Lan Setup (Windows)-Checking Wireless Router Settings
Cannot Find Printer on Check Printer Settings Screen During Wireless LAN Setup (Windows)-Checking Wireless Router Settings Check wireless router settings. Check wireless router network connection settings, such as IP address filtering, MAC address filtering, encryption key, and DHCP function. Make sure the same radio channel is assigned to the wireless router and the printer. To check the settings of the wireless router, see the instruction manual supplied with the wireless router or contact the manufacturer.
Page 199: Cannot Proceed Beyond Printer Connection Screen
Cannot Proceed beyond Printer Connection Screen If you cannot proceed beyond the Printer Connection screen, check the following. Make sure USB cable is securely plugged in to printer and computer. Check1 Connect the printer and the computer using a USB cable as the illustration below. The USB port is located at the back of the printer.
Page 200 5. Restart computer. 6. Make sure you have no application software running. 7. Perform setup on web page. Note • You can use the Setup CD-ROM to redo setup. • For Mac OS: 1. Click Next. ◦ If the screen telling you that installation has not been completed appears, click Abort on displayed screen and finish setup.
Page 201: Cannot Find Printer While Using Wireless Lan
Cannot Find Printer while Using Wireless LAN Make sure the printer is turned on. Check1 Check the (Network status) icon on LCD. Check2 If the icon is not displayed, press and hold the Network button for more than 2 seconds to enable wireless LAN. If the icon is displayed, see Check 3 or later checking items to make sure whether printer setup is complete or the settings of wireless router to connect are correct.
Page 202 Note • IJ Network Device Setup Utility allows you to diagnose and repair the network status. Select the link below to download IJ Network Device Setup Utility and install it. Checking Printer Connection Status Using IJ Network Device Setup Utility See below for starting up IJ Network Device Setup Utility.
Page 203 Make sure security software's firewall is off. Check9 If your security software's firewall is on, a message may appear warning you that Canon software is attempting to access the network. If this warning message appears, set security software to always allow access.
Page 204: Network Connection Problems
Network Connection Problems Printer Suddenly Cannot Be Used Network Key Unknown Printer Cannot Be Used After Replacing Wireless Router or Changing Its Settings...
Page 205: Printer Suddenly Cannot Be Used
Printer Suddenly Cannot Be Used Cannot Communicate with Printer Following Network Settings Change Cannot Communicate with Printer via Wireless LAN Cannot Communicate with Printer Using Wireless Direct Cannot Print or Scan from a Computer Connected to the Network Cannot Communicate with Printer Following Network Settings Change It may take a while for the computer to obtain an IP address, or you may need to restart your computer.
Page 206 To check the current network settings of the printer, print out the network setting information. Printing Network Settings Note • IJ Network Device Setup Utility allows you to diagnose and repair the network status. Select the link below to download IJ Network Device Setup Utility and install it. Checking Printer Connection Status Using IJ Network Device Setup Utility See below for starting up IJ Network Device Setup Utility.
Page 207 Make sure security software's firewall is off. Check9 If your security software's firewall is on, a message may appear warning you that Canon software is attempting to access the network. If this warning message appears, set security software to always allow access.
Page 208 For more on how to check the computer settings or connection status, see your computer instruction manual or contact its manufacturer. If MP Drivers are not installed, install them. (Windows) Check2 Install the MP Drivers using the Setup CD-ROM or install them from the Canon website.
Page 209 Make sure wireless router does not restrict which computers can access it. Check3 For more on connecting to and setting up your wireless router, see the wireless router instruction manual or contact its manufacturer. Note • To check the MAC address or IP address of your computer, see Checking Computer IP Address or MAC Address.
Page 210: Network Key Unknown
Network Key Unknown WPA/WPA2 or WEP Key Set for Wireless Router Unknown, Cannot Connect Setting an Encryption Key WPA/WPA2 or WEP Key Set for Wireless Router Unknown, Cannot Connect For more on setting up a wireless router, see the instruction manual provided with the wireless router or contact its manufacturer.
Page 211 Selecting WPA, WPA2, or WPA/WPA2 is recommended for security reason. If your wireless router is compatible with WPA/WPA2, you can also use WPA2 or WPA. • Using WPA/WPA2 The authentication method, passphrase, and dynamic encryption type must be the same for the wireless router, the printer, and your computer.
Page 212: Printer Cannot Be Used After Replacing Wireless Router Or Changing Its Settings
Printer Cannot Be Used After Replacing Wireless Router or Changing Its Settings When you replace a wireless router, redo the network setup for the printer. • For Windows: Perform setup using the Setup CD-ROM or from the web page. • For Mac OS: Perform setup from the web page.
Page 213 If filtering MAC addresses or IP addresses at wireless router, check that MAC Check2 addresses or IP addresses for computer, network device, and printer are registered. If using WPA/WPA2 or WEP key, make sure encryption key for computer, Check3 network device, and printer matches key set for wireless router. Not only the WEP key itself, but also the key length, key format, the key ID to use, and the authentication method must be the same for the printer, the wireless router, and the computer.
Page 214: Other Network Problems
Other Network Problems Checking Network Information Restoring to Factory Defaults...
Page 215: Checking Network Information
Printing Network Settings For Windows, you can check the network setting information on the computer screen. Canon IJ Network Device Setup Utility Screen Checking Computer IP Address or MAC Address To check the IP Address or MAC address of your computer, follow the instructions below.
Page 216 Checking Communication Between the Computer, the Printer, and the Wireless Router Perform a ping test to check if communication is taking place. • For Windows: 1. Select Command Prompt as shown below. In Windows 10, right-click Start button and select Command Prompt. In Windows 8.1, select Command Prompt from the Start screen.
Page 217 Checking Network Setting Information To check the printer's network settings information, print out the network settings information. Printing Network Settings...
Page 218: Restoring To Factory Defaults
Restoring to Factory Defaults Important • For Windows: Initialization erases all network settings on the printer, making printing or scanning operation from a computer over a network impossible. To use the printer over a network again after restoring it to the factory defaults, redo setup using the Setup CD-ROM or from the web page.
Page 219: Printing Problems
Printing Problems Printing Does Not Start No Ink Comes Out Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Print Results Are Unsatisfactory...
Page 220: Printing Does Not Start
Printing Does Not Start Make sure printer is securely plugged in and press ON button to turn it on. Check1 The ON lamp flashes while the printer is initializing. Wait until the ON lamp stops flashing and remains lit. Note •...
Page 221 • For Windows: Make sure "Canon XXX series" (where "XXX" is your printer's name) is selected in the Print dialog box. Note • To make the printer the one selected by default, select Set as Default Printer. • For Mac OS: Make sure your printer's name is selected in Printer in the Print dialog.
Page 222: No Ink Comes Out
No Ink Comes Out When a FINE cartridge runs out of ink, replace it with a new one. Check1 Is the FINE cartridge installed properly? Check2 If the FINE cartridge is not installed securely, ink may not be ejected correctly. Retract the output tray extension and the paper output tray, open the cover, then remove the FINE cartridges.
Page 223 • If problem is not resolved after performing print head deep cleaning twice: Ink may have run out. Replace the FINE cartridge.
Page 224: Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error
Paper Does Not Feed Properly/"No Paper" Error Make sure paper is loaded. Check1 Loading Paper When loading paper, consider the following. Check2 • When loading two or more sheets of paper, align the edges of the sheets before loading the paper. •...
Page 225 Clean paper feed roller. Check6 Cleaning Paper Feed Rollers If the measures above do not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 226: Print Results Are Unsatisfactory
Print Results Are Unsatisfactory If the print results are unsatisfactory due to white streaks, misaligned lines, or uneven colors, check the paper and print quality settings first. Do page size and media type settings match size and type of loaded paper? Check1 If these settings do not match, it is not possible to obtain the proper result.
Page 227 Uneven or Streaked Colors If Printed Paper Has Been Discolored Colors may fade with time if the printed paper is left for a long period of time. After printing, dry the paper sufficiently, avoid high temperatures, high humidity, and direct sunlight, and store or display indoors at room temperature and normal humidity.
Page 228: Paper Is Blank/Printing Is Blurry/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks Appear
Paper Is Blank/Printing Is Blurry/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks Appear Printing Is Blurry Colors Are Wrong...
Page 229 White Streaks Appear Check paper and print quality settings. Check1 Print Results Are Unsatisfactory Are the print head nozzles clogged? Check2 Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzles. For details on printing the nozzle check pattern, print head cleaning, and print head deep cleaning, see If Printing Is Faint or Uneven.
Page 230 Then install the FINE cartridges again. Push up the FINE cartridge until it clicks into place. After confirming that the FINE cartridge is installed properly, close the cover. • When copying, see also the sections below: Is platen glass dirty? Check6 Clean the platen glass.
Page 231: Colors Are Unclear
Colors Are Unclear Is nozzle check pattern printed properly? Check1 Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzles. For details on printing the nozzle check pattern, print head cleaning, and print head deep cleaning, see If Printing Is Faint or Uneven.
Page 232 After confirming that the FINE cartridge is installed properly, close the cover. Note • Printed colors may not match screen colors due to basic differences in the methods used to produce colors. Color control settings and environmental differences can also affect how colors appear on the screen.
Page 233: Lines Are Misaligned
Lines Are Misaligned Check paper and print quality settings. Check1 Print Results Are Unsatisfactory Perform print head alignment. Check2 If printed lines are misaligned or print results are otherwise unsatisfactory, adjust the print head position. Aligning the Print Head Note •...
Page 234: Paper Is Smudged / Printed Surface Is Scratched
Paper Is Smudged / Printed Surface Is Scratched Paper Is Smudged Smudged Edges Smudged Surface Printed Surface Is Scratched Check paper and print quality settings. Check1 Print Results Are Unsatisfactory Check paper type. Check2 Make sure you are using the right paper for what you are printing. Supported Media Types Correct curl before loading paper.
Page 235 1. Roll up paper in opposite direction to paper curl as shown below. 2. Check that paper is now flat. We recommend printing curl-corrected paper one sheet at a time. Note • Depending on paper type, the paper may smudge or may not feed properly even if it is not curled inward. Follow the instructions below to curl the paper outward up to 0.1 inch / 3 mm (B) in height before printing.
Page 236 Check the intensity setting in the printer driver. Adjusting Intensity Do not print outside recommended printing area. Check6 If you print outside the recommended printing area of your paper, ink may stain the lower edge of the paper. Resize the document using application software. Print Area Is platen glass dirty? Check7...
Page 237: Scanning Problems (Mac Os)
Scanning Problems (Mac OS) Scanning Problems...
Page 238: Scanning Problems
Scanning Problems Scanner Does Not Work Scanner Driver Does Not Start...
Page 239: Scanner Does Not Work
Scanner Does Not Work Make sure that your scanner or printer is turned on. Check 1 With network connection, check the connection status and reconnect as Check 2 needed. With USB connection, connect the USB cable to a different USB port on the Check 3 computer.
Page 240: Scanner Driver Does Not Start
Scanner Driver Does Not Start Make sure the application software supports AirPrint. Check 1 Select your scanner or printer on the application's menu. Check 2 Note • The operation may differ depending on the application. Scan and save images with IJ Scan Utility Lite and open the files in your Check 3 application.
Page 241: Mechanical Problems
Mechanical Problems Power Does Not Come On Power Shuts Off By Itself USB Connection Problems Cannot Communicate with Printer via USB...
Page 242: Power Does Not Come On
Make sure power plug is securely connected to printer, and then turn it back on. Check2 Unplug printer, leave it for at least 2 minutes, and then plug it back in and turn it Check3 on again. If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 243: Power Shuts Off By Itself
The setting to shut off the power automatically is disabled. • To disable the setting from the computer: For Windows, use Canon IJ Printer Assistant Tool or ScanGear (scanner driver) to disable the setting. Follow the procedure below to disable the setting using Canon IJ Printer Assistant Tool.
Page 244: Usb Connection Problems
USB Connection Problems Printing or Scanning Is Slow/Hi-Speed USB Connection Does Not Work/"This device can perform faster" Message Appears (Windows) If your system environment does not support Hi-Speed USB, the printer operates at the slower speed of USB 1.1. In this case, the printer works properly but printing or scanning speed may slow down due to the communication speed.
Page 245: Cannot Communicate With Printer Via Usb
Cannot Communicate with Printer via USB Make sure printer is turned on. Check1 Connect USB cable properly. Check2 As the illustration below, the USB port is at the back of the printer. Important • Connect the "Type-B" terminal to the printer with the notched side facing UP. For details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the USB cable.
Page 246: Installation And Download Problems
Installation and Download Problems Cannot Install MP Drivers (Windows) Updating MP Drivers in Network Environment (Windows)
Page 247: Cannot Install Mp Drivers (Windows)
CD-ROM icon in the window that appears. If the contents of the CD-ROM appear, double-click MSETUP4.EXE. If you cannot install the MP Drivers with the Setup CD-ROM, install them from the Canon website. Note • If the CD-ROM icon does not appear, try the following: •...
Page 248 MP Drivers. Deleting the Unnecessary MP Drivers Reinstall the MP Drivers with the Setup CD-ROM or install them from the Canon website. Note • If the installer was stopped due to a Windows error, Windows operation may be unstable, and you...
Page 249: Updating Mp Drivers In Network Environment (Windows)
Updating MP Drivers in Network Environment (Windows) Download the latest MP Drivers. Download the latest MP Drivers for your model on the download page of the Canon website. Uninstall the existing MP Drivers and follow the installation instructions to install the latest MP Drivers that you downloaded.
Page 250: Errors And Messages
Errors and Messages An Error Occurs Message (Support Code) Appears...
Page 251: An Error Occurs
An Error Occurs If an error occurs in printing, for example if the paper runs out or jams, a troubleshooting message appears automatically. Take the appropriate action described in the message. When an error occurs, a message appears on the computer screen and an error code on the LCD. For some errors, a support code (error number) appears.
Page 252 The error code appears on the LCD one by one. If the error code is "E03": Check the error code on the LCD and the support code corresponding with it. See the table below for details. Error Support Cause Action Code Code 1000...
Page 253 3445 Prepare to print the other side following the instructions on the computer screen. 1203 The cover is open. • If the cover is open: 1300 Paper is jammed. 1203 • If paper is jammed: 1300 168A FINE cartridge is not installed properly. 168A 1401 FINE cartridge cannot be recognized.
Page 254 – Cannot connect because multiple wireless Press the printer's Black or Color button to re- routers are connecting to the printer. solve the error. Perform wireless LAN setup again after a while (about 2 minutes). If the above does not resolve the problem, re- fer to the instruction manual supplied with the wireless router.
Page 255 – Cannot connect to server. Press the printer's OK button to resolve the er- ror and perform operations after a while. If you are using Google Cloud Print, it is possi- ble that your printer is not registered. Make sure your printer is registered. Printing with Google Cloud Print –...
Page 256 Turn off printer and unplug it. 5012 Plug in the printer again and turn it back on. 5050 If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a re- 5200 pair. 6000 6500 6800...
Page 257 6945 6946 B202 Printer error has occurred. Turn off printer and unplug it. B203 Contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair. B204 B205 Note • For details on how to resolve errors without Support Codes, see Message (Support Code)
Page 258: Message (Support Code) Appears
Message (Support Code) Appears This section describes some of the errors and messages that may appear. Note • A support code (error number) is displayed on the computer for some errors. For details on errors that have support code, see List of Support Code for Error.
Page 259 Uninstall the MP Drivers following the procedure described in Deleting the Unnecessary MP Drivers and reinstall them from the Setup CD-ROM or the Canon website. When printer is connected to your computer with a USB cable, check device Check4 status from your computer.
Page 260 Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program Screen Is Displayed (Windows) If the Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program is installed, a screen appears asking for permission to send the printer and application usage information every month for about ten years. Read the information on the screen and follow the instructions below. •...
Page 261 If you are logged in on an account with administrator privileges, follow the on-screen instructions. 2. Select Canon Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program. 3. Select Change. If you select Yes after you have followed the on-screen instructions, the confirmation screen will appear at the time of the next survey.
Page 262 • If you agree to participate in survey program: Click Agree and follow the on-screen instructions. The printer usage information is sent via the Internet. Once you have completed the procedure, the information is subsequently sent automatically and the confirmation screen does not reappear. Note •...
Page 263 2. Select Applications from Go menu of Finder, double-click the Canon Utilities folder and Inkjet Extended Survey Program folder. 3. Move Canon Inkjet Printer/Scanner/Fax Extended Survey Program.app to Trash. 4. Restart computer. Empty Trash and restart your computer. • Changing setting: To display the confirmation screen every time the printer usage information is sent or to resume surveying, follow the procedure below.
Page 264: List Of Support Code For Error
List of Support Code for Error Support code appears on your computer screen when errors occur. A "support code" is an error number, and appears along with an error message. When an error occurs, check the support code displayed on the computer screen and take the appropriate action in response.
Page 265 • A000 to ZZZZ B202 B203 B204 B205 For paper jam support codes, see also List of Support Code for Error (Paper Jams).
Page 266: List Of Support Code For Error (Paper Jams)
List of Support Code for Error (Paper Jams) If paper jams, remove it following the appropriate procedure as shown below. • If you can see the jammed paper at the paper output slot or the rear tray: 1300 • If you cannot see the jammed paper at the paper output slot or the rear tray: Paper Is Jammed inside Printer •...
Page 267 • We recommend using paper sizes other than A5 to print documents with photos or graphics. A5 paper may curl and jam as it leaves the printer. If the measures above do not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 268: Paper Is Jammed Inside Printer
Paper Is Jammed inside Printer If the jammed paper tears and you cannot remove the paper either from the paper output slot or from the rear tray, or if the jammed paper remains inside the printer, remove the paper following the instructions below.
Page 269 4. Hold jammed paper firmly in both hands. If the paper is rolled up, pull out it. 5. Slowly pull out paper, so as not to tear it. 6. Make sure all jammed paper is removed. If the paper tears when you pull out it, a bit of paper may remain in the printer. Check the following and remove any remaining paper.
Page 270 Check the printer again for any remaining bits of paper. If the measures above do not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 271 1000 Cause Possible causes include the following. • There is no paper in the rear tray. • Paper is not loaded in the rear tray properly. What to Do Take the corresponding actions below. • Load paper in the rear tray. •...
Page 272 1200 Cause Cover is open. What to Do Close the cover and wait for a while. Do not close it while you are replacing a FINE cartridge.
Page 273 1203 Cause Cover is opened during printing. What to Do If paper remains inside the printer, slowly pull out the paper with both hands and close the cover. Press the printer's OK button to resolve the error. The printer ejects one blank sheet of paper and resumes printing from the next paper. The printer will not reprint the page that was printed when the cover is opened.
Page 274 1401 Cause FINE cartridge is not installed. What to Do Install the FINE cartridge. If the error is not resolved, the FINE cartridge may be damaged. Contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 275 Remove the FINE cartridge and reinstall it. If the error is not resolved, the FINE cartridge may be damaged. Replace the FINE cartridge with a new one. If this still does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 276 1485 Cause Appropriate ink cartridge is not installed. What to Do Printing cannot be executed because the ink cartridge is not compatible with this printer. Install the appropriate ink cartridge. If you want to cancel printing, press the printer's Stop button.
Page 277 1682 Cause FINE cartridge cannot be recognized. What to Do Replace the FINE cartridge. If the error is not resolved, the FINE cartridge may be damaged. Contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 278 If you want to continue printing without this function, press the printer's Stop button for at least 5 seconds. Canon recommends to use new genuine Canon cartridges in order to obtain optimum qualities. Please be advised that Canon shall not be liable for any malfunction or trouble caused by continuation of printing under the ink out condition.
Page 279 1688 Cause The ink has run out. What to Do Replace the ink cartridge and close the cover. If printing is in progress and you want to continue printing, press the printer's Stop button for at least 5 seconds with the ink cartridge installed. Then printing can continue under the ink out condition. The function for detecting the remaining ink level will be disabled.
Page 280 168A Cause FINE cartridge is not installed properly, or FINE cartridge not compatible with this printer is installed. What to Do Retract the output tray extension and the paper output tray, open the cover, and then remove the FINE cartridges. Make sure the FINE cartridge compatible with the printer is installed.
Page 281 Cause Ink absorber is almost full. What to Do Press the printer's OK button to continue printing. Contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair. Note • In the case of warnings or errors caused by remaining ink levels, the printer cannot print or scan.
Page 282 If the protective material or tape is still there, retract the output tray extension and the paper output tray to remove it. Pull down the tape to remove the protective material. If the cover is open, close it. If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 283 2900 Cause Scanning print head alignment sheet failed. What to Do Press the printer's OK button and check the following. • Make sure the print head alignment sheet is set in the correct position and orientation on the platen glass. •...
Page 284 2901 Cause Print head alignment pattern has been printed and printer is waiting to scan sheet. What to Do Scan the printed alignment pattern. 1. Load print head alignment sheet on platen glass. Place the printed side down and align the mark in the bottom right corner of the sheet with the alignment mark 2.
Page 285 4102 Cause Media type and paper size are not set correctly. What to Do Press the printer's Stop button to cancel printing, change the media type or paper size setting, and then retry printing. • When the media type is set to Photo Paper Plus Glossy II: Set the paper size to 4"...
Page 286 4103 Cause Cannot perform printing with current print settings. What to Do Press the printer's Stop button to cancel printing. Then change the print settings and retry printing.
Page 287 Printer error has occurred. What to Do Turn off printer and unplug it. Plug in the printer again and turn it back on. If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 288 Printer error has occurred. What to Do Turn off printer and unplug it. Plug in the printer again and turn it back on. If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 289 Push up the FINE cartridge until it clicks into place. Turn the printer back on. If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair. Important • When clearing an impediment to FINE cartridge holder motion, be careful not to touch clear film (A).
Page 290 Printer error has occurred. What to Do Turn off printer and unplug it. After a while, plug in the printer again and turn it back on. If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.
Page 291 5B00 Cause Printer error has occurred. What to Do Contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair. Note • In the case of warnings or errors caused by remaining ink levels, the printer cannot print or scan.
Page 292 List of Support Code for Error (Paper Jams) Turn off printer and unplug it. Plug in the printer again and turn it back on. If this does not solve the problem, contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.

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