Printing Does Not Start - Canon MX490 Series Online Manual

Printing Does Not Start

Make sure that the power plug is securely plugged in, then press the ON button
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to turn the machine on.
While the POWER lamp is flashing, the machine is initializing. Wait until the POWER lamp stops flashing and
remains lit.
Note
• When printing large data such as a photo or graphics, it may take longer to start printing. While the
POWER lamp is flashing, the computer is processing data and sending it to the machine. Wait until printing
starts.
Make sure that the machine is connected to your computer properly.
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When the machine is connected to your computer with a USB cable, make sure that the USB cable is securely
plugged in to the machine and the computer, then check the followings:
• If you are using a relay device such as a USB hub, disconnect it, connect the machine directly to the
computer, and try printing again. If printing starts normally, there is a problem with the relay device. Consult
the reseller of the relay device for details.
• There could also be a problem with the USB cable. Replace the USB cable and try printing again.
When you use the machine over LAN, make sure that the machine is set up to be used over network correctly.
Is the access point mode enabled?
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When you print using a mode other than the access point mode, disable the access point mode in advance.
Make sure that the paper output tray is open.
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Are the paper settings identical with those registered to the cassette?
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When the paper settings are not identical with those registered to the cassette, an error message is displayed.
Resolve the error according to the instructions on the LCD.
Paper setting for Printing
Note
• You can disable the message which prevents misprinting.
• To change the setting using the operation panel:
Cassette settings
• To change the setting using the printer driver:
Changing the Printer Operation Mode
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