Printer Does Not Print - Canon G1230 Online Manual

Printer Does Not Print

Make sure printer is turned on.
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If not, make sure the printer is securely plugged in and press ON button to turn on.
The ON lamp flashes while the printer is initializing. Wait until the ON lamp stops flashing and remains lit.
Note
• • If you are printing large data such as photos or other graphics, printing may take longer to start. The ON
lamp flashes while the computer is processing data and sending it to the printer. Wait until printing starts.
Make sure printer is properly connected to computer.
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If you are using a USB cable, make sure it is securely connected to both the printer and the computer. When the
USB cable is securely plugged in, check the following:
• • If you are using a relay device such as a USB hub, disconnect it, connect the printer directly to the
computer, and retry the printing. If printing starts normally, there is a problem with the relay device. Contact
the vendor of the relay device.
• There could also be a problem with the USB cable. Replace the USB cable and retry the printing. •
Check to see the Alarm lamp is lit or Flashing.
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If the Alarm lamp is lit or Flashing, follow the instruction on the computer and resolve the error.
Loading Paper
Refilling Ink Tanks
If the Alarm lamp still does not go off, check the following item.
When Error Occurred
Make sure paper settings match information set for rear tray.
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If the paper settings do not match the information set for the rear tray, an error message appears on the
computer. Follow the instructions on the computer to solve the problem.
Note
• • You can select whether the message which prevents misprinting is displayed.
To change the message view setting when printing using the printer driver:
Changing the Printer Operation Mode
Changing the Printer Operation Mode
If printing from a computer, delete unnecessary print jobs.
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