Photo Printer
iP3600
series
Getting Started
=Read Me First=
Make sure to read this manual before using the printer. Please keep it in hand for future reference.
Contents
Check the Included Items
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Turn the Power On
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Install the Print Head
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Install the Ink Tanks
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Install the Software
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Loading Paper
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After Installing the Printer
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Check the Included Items
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Print Head
• Manuals
ink tank
power cord
• Setup CD-ROM (containing the drivers, applications and on-screen manuals)
• Warranty
• Before turning on the printer, remove all the orange tapes and the protective sheets.
• A USB cable is necessary to connect the printer with your computer.
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Turn the Power On
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(A)
(B)
(2)
(1)
Plug in the power cord on the left side at the
back of the printer and connect the other end
to the wall outlet.
Press the ON button (A) to turn on the printer.
Confirm that the POWER lamp (B) lights
green.
• The printer may make some operating noises.
This is normal operation.
• Do NOT connect the USB cable at this stage.
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Install the Print Head
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(D)
(B)
(C)
(A)
Open the Paper Output Tray (A) and the Top
Cover (B).
Raise the Print Head Lock Lever (D).
The Print Head Holder (C) comes out. (This is where
you install the Print Head.)
• Firmly raise the Print Head Lock Lever until it stops. (The Print
Head Lock Lever may feel heavy.)
• Do not handle the Print Head
roughly such as applying them
excessive pressure or dropping
them.
• The Print Head Holder makes a noise as it moves.
This is normal operation.
• If the Print Head Holder does not move, make sure that the
printer is turned on.
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(D)
Remove the Print Head from
the silver package.
Remove and discard the orange
protective cap.
Tilt the Print Head and set it in place. Lower the Print Head Lock Lever
(D) completely.
• Do not to knock the Print Head against the sides of the Holder.
• Pinch the Print Head Lock Lever firmly and lower it gently.
• There may be some transparent or light blue ink on the inside of the bag the Print
Head comes in, or the inside of the protective cap - this has no effect on print
quality. Be careful not to get ink on yourself when handling these items. Be careful
not to stain your hands.
• Once you have installed the Print Head, do not remove it unnecessarily.
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Install the Ink Tanks
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(A)
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(1)
(2)
Pull the orange tape (1) in the
While pressing down with your left thumb, twist off the
orange protective cap (A) located on the bottom of the
ink tank.
direction of the arrow to peel off the
protective film and remove the film (2)
completely.
• Do not handle the ink tanks roughly such as
applying them excessive pressure or dropping
them.
• If the Print Head Holder moves to the right,
close and reopen the Top Cover.
• Be sure to use the supplied ink tanks.
• Do not hold the sides of the ink tank; ink may splash.
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Install the Ink Tank
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Press the PUSH mark on the ink tank until it clicks into
place.
Install all the other ink tanks in the same way.
Install all the ink tanks.
Make sure the Ink lamp lights red.
• Once you have installed the ink tanks, do not remove them unnecessarily.
• Match the labels when installing.
• Make sure all the Ink lamp lights red.
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Install the Ink Tanks
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(C)
(B)
Close the Top Cover.
Load three or more sheets of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper into the
Cassette (C).
• Wait until the POWER lamp lights green (about 4 minutes) and go to the
next step.
• The printer may make some operating noises when preparing to print.
This is normal operation.
• For details, refer to "6 Loading Paper" on page 22.
• If an Alarm lamp (B) flashes orange, make sure that the Print Head and the ink
tanks are correctly installed.
• Close the Paper Output Tray to make it easier to pull out the Cassette.
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Install the Software
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To use the printer by connecting it to a computer, software including
the drivers needs to be copied (installed) to the computer's hard disk.
The screens below are based on Windows Vista operating system
Ultimate Edition (hereafter referred to as "Windows Vista") and Mac
OS X v.10.5.x.
Windows (P.10)
Macintosh (P.17)
• Quit all running applications before installation.
• You need to log on as the administrator (or a member of the Administrators
group).
• Do not switch users during the installation process.
• It may be necessary to restart your computer during the installation process.
Follow the on-screen instructions and click OK, and do not remove the Setup
CD-ROM during restarting.
The installation resumes from where it left off when your computer has been
restarted.
• Mac OS 9, Mac OS X Classic environments, or Mac OS X v.10.3.8 or earlier
are not supported.
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Windows
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If the Found New Hardware or Found
New Hardware Wizard screen appears:
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(A)
(B)
Press the ON button (A) to TURN OFF THE PRINTER and turn on the computer, then insert the Setup
CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
The setup program should run automatically.
Remove the USB cable connected
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to your computer.
The screen may close. In this case,
Windows Vista
Go to Step
Go to Step
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proceed from
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Windows XP/2000
Click Cancel to quit the screen.
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Proceed from
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• Operating noise continues for about 30
seconds until the printer turns off. Make sure
that the POWER lamp (B) stops flashing.
• If the program does not start automatically, double-click
the CD-ROM icon on the computer. When the CD-ROM
contents appear, double-click MSETUP4.EXE.
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Windows Vista
Windows Vista
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AutoPlay screen appears, click Run Msetup4.exe.
User Account Control screen appears, click Continue.
If the same screen reappears in subsequent steps, click Continue.
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Windows
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Click Easy Install.
Click Install.
Read the License Agreement screen carefully and
click Yes.
The drivers, application software, and on-screen
manuals are installed automatically.
Move the cursor over items to display
explanations.
Installation starts.
• If you want to select particular items to install,
click Custom Install and follow the on-screen
instructions to proceed with the installation.
• Follow any on-screen instructions to install the software.
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USB
When the Printer Connection screen appears, connect one end of the USB
Click Next.
cable to the computer, the other to the printer, then TURN THE PRINTER ON.
• It takes about 20 seconds for the POWER lamp to light green.
• When the printer is recognized by the computer, a message appears on the screen.
• For better print results, it is recommended that you
• If you cannot go to the next procedure after 10 minutes, click Help and confirm the
message.
align the Print Head before printing photos. To align the
Print Head, click Execute. Follow the steps in "Aligning
the Print Head" on page 29 for alignment.
• You can perform Print Head Alignment at any time. For
• The USB port is located on the right side at the back of the printer.
details, refer to the on-screen manual: Basic Guide.
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Windows
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When the Load plain paper into the cassette screen appears, load
plain paper in the Cassette and click Next.
Click Next.
It may take a while for the next screen to appear. Click Next only once.
• For details, refer to "6 Loading Paper" on page 22.
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Serial Number
* * * * * * *
Click Next.
If connected to the Internet, the user registration page appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to register your product. You will need your product
serial number, which is located on the inside of the printer.
• Internet connection is required. (Connection fees apply.)
• To register later, click Cancel. User Registration can be started from the Solution Menu icon. For details, refer to "Solution Menu" on page 26.
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When the Extended Survey Program screen appears, confirm the
Click Exit.
message.
If Restart is displayed, make sure that the Restart the system now
(recommended) check box is selected, then click Restart. After restarting the
computer, remove the Setup CD-ROM and keep it in a safe place.
If you can agree, click Agree.
If you click Do not agree, the Extended Survey Program will not be installed.
(This has no effect on the printer's functionality.)
Next, read "6 Loading Paper" on page 22!
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USB
Connect one end of the USB cable to the computer
and the other to the printer, then turn on the
computer and insert the Setup CD-ROM into the
CD-ROM drive.
Double-click the Setup icon.
Enter your administrator name
and password. Click OK.
If the CD-ROM folder does not open
automatically, double-click the CANON_IJ icon
on the desktop.
If you do not know your
administrator name or password,
click Help, then follow the on-
screen instructions.
Make sure the printer is turned on.
• The USB port is located on the right side at the back of
the printer.
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Macintosh
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Click Easy Install.
Click Install.
The drivers, application software, and on-screen manuals are installed automatically.
Move the cursor over items to display explanations.
• If you want to select particular items to install, click Custom Install and follow the on-
screen instructions to proceed with the installation.
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Read the License Agreement screen carefully and click Yes.
Click Next.
Installation starts.
• For better print results, it is recommended that you align the Print Head
before printing photos. To align the Print Head, click Execute. Follow the
steps in "Aligning the Print Head" on page 29 for alignment.
• You can perform Print Head Alignment at any time. For details, refer to the
• Follow any on-screen instructions to install the software.
on-screen manual: Basic Guide.
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Macintosh
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When the Load plain paper into the cassette screen appears, load
plain paper in the Cassette and click Next.
Click Next.
• For details, refer to "6 Loading Paper" on page 22.
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Serial Number
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Click Next.
Click Restart.
If connected to the Internet, the user registration page appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to
register your product. You will need your product serial number, which is located on the inside of the
printer.
Click Restart to restart the computer. After restarting the
computer, remove the Setup CD-ROM and keep it in a safe
place.
• Internet connection is required. (Connection fees apply.)
• To register later, click Cancel. User Registration can be started from the Solution Menu icon. For
details, refer to "Solution Menu" on page 26.
Next, read "6 Loading Paper" on page 22!
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Loading Paper
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This section explains how to
load paper in the Cassette (A)
and Rear Tray (B).
Load in the Cassette
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(D)
(G)
(E)
(B)
(F)
(A)
(H)
(A)
Pull out the Cassette (A) and remove
the Cover (E).
Pull the Tab (F) in the direction of the
arrow and extend the Cassette.
Move the Paper Guides
(G) and (H) to both
edges.
(C)
The Cassette (A) supports
plain paper (C) only. To print on
Photo Paper / Hagaki (D), be
sure to load it in the Rear Tray
(B).
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(E)
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Load paper.
Slide the Paper Guide (H) to
align with the mark of paper
size.
Slide the Paper Guide (G) against
left edge of the paper.
Attach the Cover (E) and insert
the Cassette into the printer until
it clicks into place.
Do not exceed the Load Limit Mark (I).
The Paper Guide (H) will
stop when it aligns with the
corresponding mark of paper
size.
• Load paper with the
printing side facing
down.
• There may be a little space
between the Paper Guide
and the paper stack.
• To print on speciality paper, be
sure to load it in the Rear Tray.
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Loading Paper
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Load paper in the Rear Tray
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(K)
(J)
(L)
(L)
(L)
(L)
Open the Rear Tray Cover
(J), and pull up the Paper
Support (K).
Move the Paper Guides (L) to both
edges.
Load paper in the center of
the Rear Tray.
Slide the left and right Paper Guides (L)
against both edges of the paper.
Do not exceed the Load Limit Mark (M).
• Load paper in portrait
orientation with the printing
side facing up.
• For details on media sizes and types you
can use, refer to "Loading Paper" in the
on-screen manual: Basic Guide.
Printer installation is now complete!
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After Installing the Printer
■ Manuals
Safety Precautions
Getting Started
(this manual)
Basic Guide
(on-screen manual)
Advanced Guide
(on-screen manual)
Safety and Environment
Information
For proper use, read safety
precautions before using the
product.
Describes how to set up and use
your printer. Introduces the printer
and its functions, the included
manuals and application software.
Describes the basic operations
and gives an introduction to other
functions available.
Describes various operating
procedures to make full use
of the printer. Also includes
"Troubleshooting" information for
your printer.
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After Installing the Printer
■ Solution Menu
Solution Menu is a gateway to functions and information that allow you to make full use of the printer!
Example: Windows Vista
Open various applications and on-screen manuals with a single click.
You can start Solution Menu from the Solution Menu icon on the desktop (Windows) or on
the Dock (Macintosh).
If you have a problem with printer settings, click the Change settings or find solutions to
problems icon in Solution Menu to open My Printer (Windows only).
*The buttons displayed vary depending on the country or region of purchase.
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■ Using Your Printer
This printer allows you to print in various ways using the printer driver and application software installed on the computer.
For example, you can print borderless photos, and create your own calendar etc. easily.
For detailed operating procedures and functions, refer to the on-screen manuals.
Now let’s use the printer!
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Print Photos from a Computer
Easy-PhotoPrint EX allows you to print photos easily.
This section explains how to print borderless photos using 4" x 6" size Photo Paper Plus Glossy II. The screens are based on Windows Vista.
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(A)
In Solution Menu, click One-
Click to Photo Print.
Select the image you want to print
in a folder, then click Layout/Print.
Load a sheet of photo paper in the Rear
Tray (A) in portrait orientation.
Click Print.
Printing will start.
Easy-PhotoPrint EX starts.
When a photo is selected, the number
Load paper with the printing side facing up.
of copies is set to "1."
• On Macintosh, if the Print screen
is displayed, click Print to start
printing.
• For opening Solution Menu, refer to "Solution Menu" on page 26.
• For details, refer to "6 Loading Paper" on
page 22.
• For more information, refer to the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide.
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Aligning the Print Head
This section explains how to align the Print Head. The screens are based on Windows Vista.
To cancel Print Head Alignment, click Cancel (Quit for Macintosh) on the dialog box.
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Windows
Macintosh
Windows
Macintosh
(A)
Select Print Head Alignment on the Maintenance
tab of the printer properties dialog box. (For
Macintosh, select Print Head Alignment for Test
Print on the Canon IJ Printer Utility.)
Load three or more sheets
of A4 or Letter-sized plain
paper into the Cassette (A).
Select the Maintenance tab on the printer properties
dialog box. (For Macintosh, select Test Print on the
Canon IJ Printer Utility.)
See below for the procedures to open the printer properties
dialog box and Canon IJ Printer Utility.
Windows
Macintosh
Click Control Panel,
then Printer under
Hardware and Sound.
Select System
Preferences from the
Apple menu and click
Print & Fax.
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Right-click the Canon
iP3600 series icon and
select Properties.
Double-click your printer’s
icon and click Utility.
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Select your model
from Product and click
Maintenance.
• For details, refer to "6
Loading Paper" on page 22.
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Aligning the Print Head
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(C)
Confirm the displayed message and click Align Print Head.
After the pattern is printed, click Yes.
When a message appears after clicking Align Print Head, click OK. Printing of the first pattern
starts.
• Do not open the Top Cover while printing.
• Make sure that the Paper Output Tray (B) and the Output Tray Extension (C) are open.
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Less noticeable
Less noticeable
vertical white streaks
horizontal white streaks
More noticeable
More noticeable
vertical white streaks
horizontal white streaks
Look at the first printout and enter the number of the pattern that has the least noticeable
Confirm the displayed message and click
vertical or horizontal streaks for columns A to G, then click OK (Send for Macintosh).
OK.
Click OK in the subsequent message. Printing
of the second pattern starts.
• Do not open the Top Cover while printing.
• If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable white streaks.
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Aligning the Print Head
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Less noticeable
vertical white streaks
More noticeable
vertical white streaks
Look at the second printout and enter the number of the pattern that has the
least noticeable vertical streaks for columns H to Q, then click OK (Send for
Macintosh).
Confirm the displayed message and click OK.
Click OK in the subsequent message. Printing of the third pattern starts.
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Less noticeable
horizontal white stripes
More noticeable
horizontal white stripes
Look at the third printout and enter the number of the pattern that has the
least noticeable horizontal stripes for columns a to j, then click OK (Send
for Macintosh).
Click OK (Quit for Macintosh).
Windows
Return to step
Return to step
in "5 Install the Software" on page 14.
in "5 Install the Software" on page 20.
Macintosh
Return to the software installation procedure!
• If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least
noticeable white stripes.
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Specifications
Minimum System Requirements
Additional System Requirements for the on-screen manuals
General Specifications
Conform to the operating system’s requirements when higher than those given here.
Printing resolution
(dpi)
9600 (horizontal)* x 2400 (vertical)
* Ink droplets can be placed with a pitch of 1/9600 inch at
minimum.
Browser: Easy Guide Viewer
Browser: Help Viewer
Interface
USB Port:
Hi-Speed USB*
Note: Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or
later must be installed. The on-screen
manual may not be displayed properly
depending on your operating system or
Internet Explorer version. We recommend
that you keep your system up to date with
Windows Update.
Note: The on-screen manual may not be
displayed properly depending on your
operating system. We recommend that
you keep your system up to date.
Operating System Windows Vista
Mac OS X v.10.5
Intel processor, PowerPC G5,
PowerPC G4
(867 MHz or faster)
512 MB
Processor
RAM
1 GHz processor
512 MB
Direct Print Port:
PictBridge
* A computer that complies with Hi-Speed USB standard
is required. Since the Hi-Speed USB interface is fully
upwardly compatible with USB 1.1, it can be used at
USB 1.1.
Windows XP SP2
300 MHz processor
128 MB
Mac OS X v.10.4
Intel processor, PowerPC G5,
PowerPC G4, PowerPC G3
256 MB
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Print width
8 inches / 203.2 mm
(for Borderless Printing: 8.5 inches / 216 mm)
Windows 2000 Professional SP4 Mac OS X v.10.3.9
300 MHz processor
128 MB
PowerPC G5, PowerPC G4,
PowerPC G3
128MB
Acoustic noise level Approx. 41.0 dB(A)
* When printing in the standard print quality mode on
Photo Paper Plus Glossy II.
Operating
Temperature: 5 to 35°C (41 to 95°F)
environment
Humidity: 10 to 90% RH (no condensation)
Storage
environment
Temperature: 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
Humidity: 5 to 95% RH (no condensation)
Note: Operation can only be
guaranteed on a PC with Windows as Mac OS Extended (Journaled)
Note: Hard Disk must be formatted
Vista, XP or 2000 pre-installed.
or Mac OS Extended.
Power supply
AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz
Browser
Internet Explorer 6.0 or later
Safari
Power consumption Printing: Approx. 16 W
Standby (minimun): Approx. 1.3 W*
Hard Disk Space
450 MB
Note: For bundled software
installation.
550 MB
Note: For bundled software
installation.
OFF: Approx. 0.5 W*
* USB connection to PC
External dimensions Approx. 17.0 (W) x 11.7 (D) x 6.0 (H) inches
Approx. 431 (W) x 296 (D) x 153 (H) mm
CD-ROM Drive
Display
Required
About Consumables
Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are available for
5 years after production has stopped.
SVGA 800 x 600
XGA 1024 x 768
* With the Paper Support and Paper Output Tray retracted.
•
To upgrade from Windows XP to Windows Vista, first uninstall software bundled with the
Canon inkjet printer.
Weight
Approx. 5.6 kg (Approx. 12.2 lb)
* With the Print Head and ink tanks installed.
Print Head/ink
Total 2,368 nozzles (DyeBK 320 nozzles, Y/PgBK each
256 nozzles, C/M each 768 nozzles)
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Getting Help from Canon
Toll-Free Live Tech Support— (1-800-828-4040)
This option provides live telephone technical support, free of service charges,
Monday-Friday (excluding holidays), during the warranty period.
Telephone Device for the Deaf (TDD) support is available at (1-866-251-3752).
Ordering Information
The following ink tanks are compatible with this product.
Order #
CLI-221 Black
CLI-221 Magenta
CLI-221 Yellow
PGI-220 Black
CLI-221 Cyan
2946B001
2948B001
2949B001
2945B001
2947B001
Call 1-800-OK-CANON to locate a dealer near you, or visit the Canon eStore at
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