Canon PIXMA MG5420 Setup Manual
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Page 1: Setup Guide
PIXMA MG5400 series Setup Guide © CANON INC. 2012... - Page 2 Setup Guide This guide provides information for setting up a network connection for the printer. Network Connection Wireless Connection Preparation for Connection Printer Setup Setup Procedure Selection Push Button Method Standard setup Other setup (Advanced setup) Disable WPA/WPA2 Character Entry Troubleshooting...
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Page 3: Preparation For Wireless Connection
Network Connection Wireless Connection a Preparation for Connection Before Starting Wireless Connection Setup 1. Make sure that the printer is turned on. If the power is on, the POWER lamp (A) will be lit. Notes on Wireless Connection • Make sure that the computer is connected to the access point (A) (or wireless network router) you want to connect your printer to. -
Page 4: Setup Procedure Selection
2. Use the button (A) to display the WLAN setup icon. 3. Press the left Function button (B). The (blue) Wi-Fi lamp (C) lights up when wireless connection is enabled. c Setup Procedure Selection The printer will automatically search for access points supporting WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). * If the Push Button Method screen is displayed on the printer When you are unsure if your access point or router supports this technology, press the Stop button. -
Page 5: Connection Using Wps
Push Button Method d Connection Using WPS 1. Press and hold the WPS button on the access point. For details on pressing the WPS button, refer to the access point manual. 2. Press the OK button on the printer within 2 minutes. The (blue) Wi-Fi lamp on the printer fl... -
Page 6: Connection Via Standard Setup
Standard setup d Connection via Standard setup 1. Select Standard setup. 2. Press the OK button. 3. Select your access point, then press the OK button. 4. One of the screens below will be displayed on the printer. 5. Press the OK button. 6. - Page 7 d Connection Using WPS 1. Select WPS. 2. Press the OK button. 3. Select Push button method. 4. Press the OK button. 5. Press the OK button. 6. Press and hold the WPS button on the access point. For details on pressing the WPS button, refer to the access point manual. 7.
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Page 8: Connection Via Advanced Setup
Other setup (Advanced setup) d Connection via Advanced setup 1. Select Other setup. 2. Press the OK button. 3. Select Advanced setup. 4. Press the OK button. 5. Select your access point, then press the OK button. 6. Select the security protocol used by the access point, then press the OK button. Disable ... - Page 9 7. Select the WEP key number you want to use. 8. Press the OK button. 9. Press the OK button. 10. Enter the WEP key. Character entry is case-sensitive. 11. Press the left Function button. 12. Make sure that the WEP key is correct. 13.
- Page 10 WPA/WPA2 7. Press the OK button. 8. Enter the passphrase. Character entry is case-sensitive. 9. Press the left Function button. 10. Make sure that the passphrase is correct. 11. Press the left Function button. 12. When the left screen appears, press the OK button. The network connection setup is now complete.
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Page 11: Character Entry
Character Entry You can enter the characters when the keyboard is displayed on the printer. Follow the procedure below. 1. You can enter the characters when the keyboard is displayed on the printer's LCD. Password entry is case sensitive so press the center Function button (A) accordingly to switch between lower case, upper case and numeric characters. -
Page 12: Troubleshooting Standard Setup
Troubleshooting Standard setup The Target Access Point is Not Detected • Is the network device (router, etc.) turned on? If the network device is already turned on, turn it off, then turn it back • Check the access point name/network name and network password of your access point or router. •... - Page 13 When using multiple access points: Select Use multiple AccessPoints, then press the OK button. An Unknown Access Point is Displayed Access points in use nearby may also be detected. The Access Point Name is Not Displayed Properly Access point names with double-byte characters are not displayed properly. However, they can be selected. The Access Point Name is Not Displayed Automatically ...
- Page 14 Failed to connect to the access point. Make sure that the WEP key entered for the access point is correct. In addition, when using WEP key number 2, 3 or 4 of the access point, set to use WEP key number 1, or select a WEP key number by entering wireless connection settings of the printer directly.
- Page 15 WPA/WPA2 Failed to connect to the access point. Make sure that the passphrase entered for the access point is correct. If the problem is not resolved, there may be other causes. See also the sections below: • If the DHCP function of the access point is inactive, enable the DHCP function and confi gure wireless connection settings again.
- Page 16 To perform Standard setup again 1. Press the HOME button (A). 2. Use the button (B) to display WLAN setup, then press the left Function button (C).
- Page 17 Cannot connect. Connections are being attempted from multiple access points simultaneously. The screen appears when connections are being attempted from multiple access points simultaneously. Wait for a while, then configure WPS settings again. Press the WPS button on only one access point. Failed to connect.
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Page 18: Advanced Setup
Advanced setup The Target Access Point is Not Detected • Is the network device (router, etc.) turned on? If the network device is already turned on, turn it off, then turn it back • Check the access point name/network name and network password of your access point or router. •... - Page 19 When using multiple access points: Select Use multiple AccessPoints, then press the OK button. An Unknown Access Point is Displayed Access points in use nearby may also be detected. The Access Point Name is Not Displayed Properly Access point names with double-byte characters are not displayed properly. However, they can be selected. The Access Point Name is Not Displayed Automatically ...
- Page 20 Failed to connect to the access point. Make sure that the WEP key entered for the access point is correct. In addition, when using WEP key number 2, 3 or 4 of the access point, set to use WEP key number 1, or select a WEP key number by entering wireless connection settings of the printer directly.
- Page 21 The device may not be able to connect to the network in the following cases: If the DHCP function of the access point is inactive, enable the DHCP function or specify the IP address (IPv4 only) of the printer and confi gure wireless connection settings again. In addition, make sure that the selected WEP key number and entered WEP key are correct.
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Page 22: Wpa/Wpa2
WPA/WPA2 Failed to connect to the access point. Make sure that the passphrase entered for the access point is correct. If the problem is not resolved, there may be other causes. See also the sections below: • If the DHCP function of the access point is inactive, enable the DHCP function and confi gure wireless connection settings again. -
Page 23: To Perform Advanced Setup Again
To perform Advanced setup again 1. Press the HOME button (A). 2. Use the button (B) to display WLAN setup, then press the left Function button (C).
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How do I remove ink to get to the ink absorber?
To access the ink absorber on a Canon MG5420, follow these steps:
1. Remove the ink tanks from the printer.
2. Disconnect the motor for the ink carrier drive.
3. Locate and remove the screws holding the components near the ink absorber.
4. Use a screwdriver to remove the screw at the bottom near the ink absorber pad.
5. Lift or pull out the ink absorber pad carefully.
This allows access to the ink absorber, which may already have some ink but still have room for more.
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How can I print from another location remotely
To print remotely using a Canon MG5420, follow these steps:
1. Ensure you have a Wi-Fi enabled computer, a wireless router, and the Canon MG5420 wireless printer.
2. Connect all three devices to the same wireless network (802.11b/g/n).
3. For Apple devices, use AirPrint. Make sure both the Apple device and the printer are on the same Wi-Fi network. No driver installation is needed.
4. For Windows or Mac computers, complete the initial wireless setup for your operating system.
Once set up, you can wirelessly print photos, emails, web pages, and documents from your device.
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I can’t connect to WiFi and I did all the instructions
To troubleshoot WiFi connection issues on your Canon PIXMA MG5420:
1. Make sure the printer is connected to the correct WiFi network:
- Press the HOME button.
- Use the arrow buttons to select "WLAN setup" and press the left Function button.
- Follow on-screen instructions to select your network and enter the correct WiFi password.
2. Check signal strength:
- If the network configuration page shows 0% signal strength, move the printer closer to the router.
3. If the printer fails to connect:
- Ensure the passphrase for the access point is correct.
- If the DHCP function on the router is off, enable it and reconfigure the wireless settings.
4. For manual IP setup:
- Go to "Other setup" > "TCP/IP settings" > "IPv4" > "Yes" > "IP address" > "Manual setup" and follow on-screen instructions.
5. If problems persist, refer to the access point (router) manual or contact the manufacturer for help.
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how to remove ink to clean ink absorber