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    Canon Inkjet Photo All-In-One series Getting Started Read Me First Symbols Used in This Document Prohibited actions. Instructions including important information. • In this guide, Windows 7 operating system is referred to as Windows 7 and Windows Vista operating system as Windows Vista. • In this
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    Setup P.28 Wireless Setup Using WCN (Windows Connect Now P.31 9 Wired Setup P.32 10 Install the Software (Network Connection P.35 Install the Software P.35 Registration (Macintosh P.39 Information P.42 11 Use from Additional Computers P.44 12 Try Using the Machine P.45 Print Photos from
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    the machine is already connected to the network and you want to add computers from which to use the machine) Machine Wireless Setup P.18, 24 - 31 Machine Wired Setup P.18, 32 - 34 Software Installation P.18 - 23 Software Installation P.35 - 43 Software Installation P.44, 35 - 43 Installation
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    included manuals and application software.  Basic Guide Describes basic operations and media, and gives an introduction to other functions available. Advanced Guide Describes various operating procedures to make full use of machine. Troubleshooting Describes troubleshooting tips for problems you
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    are required depending on the connection method. Wireless Connection Wired Connection Access point or wireless router A commercial access point or router that supports IEEE802.11b/g/n is required. Router, etc. Ethernet cable A commercial network device (router, etc.) and Ethernet cable are
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    Tray (A). Open the Paper Output Tray to remove them. 1. Print Head 2. Ink tanks (6: M, BK, GY, PGBK, C, Y) 3. Manuals 4. Power cord 5. Setup CD-ROM (containing the drivers, applications and on-screen manuals) 6. Matte Photo Paper MP-101 (for Automatic Print Head Alignment) 7. Other documents • A USB
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    E G D F Unlock the scanner. 1. Open the Document Cover (B). 2. Move the Scanner Lock Switch (C) towards the release mark to unlock the Scanning Unit (Cover). 3. Close the Document Cover. Make sure that the Document Cover is closed and go to the next step. Insert the power cord into
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    7 H 8 I Use the { or } button (H) on the Operation Panel to select the language When the above screen is displayed, touch the OK button and go to the for the LCD, then touch the OK button. next step. • If an unintended language is displayed on the LCD, touch the Back button (I) to return to the
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    (Cover) (A) until it stops. Close the Document Cover (B) and lift it with the Scanning Unit (Cover). The Print Head Holder (C) moves to the installation position. If the Print Head Holder does not move, make sure that the machine is
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    (F) or metal parts (G) of the Print Head. The machine may not print properly if you touch them. • 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
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    6 Tilt the Print Head forward and set it in place as shown. • Do not knock the Print Head against the sides of the holder. • Install in a well-lit environment. 7 Hold the Print Head Lock Lever firmly and lower it completely. • Once you have installed the Print Head, do not remove it unnecessarily.
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    splash or the machine may not print properly. • If you push the sides of the ink tank with the L-shape air hole blocked, ink may splash. Hold the ink tank by its sides and slowly twist the orange protective cap 90 degrees horizontally to remove it off. Do not push the sides of
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    the same way according to the color order indicated on the label. Make sure all the Ink lamps light red. • Once you have installed the ink tanks, do not remove them unnecessarily. • If the Print Head Holder moves to the right, close and reopen the Scanning Unit (Cover). 3 Install the Ink Tanks 11
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    (E). Make sure the Inner Cover (F) is closed. • For your safety, always close the Scanning Unit (Cover) with both hands. Make sure that the LCD changes as shown in the message is displayed on the LCD, make sure that the Print Head and the ink tanks are correctly installed. 12 3 Install the
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    41 2 3 Align the Print Head A Prepare the Paper Support (A). 1. Open it. 2. Withdraw it upwards. 3. Tilt it back. D C B Move the Paper Guides (B) to both edges. Load a sheet of supplied specialty paper (Matte Photo Paper MP-101) in the Rear Tray (C). Load paper in portrait orientation so that
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    . After the installation is complete, perform Print Head Alignment by referring to "When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect" in the on-screen manual: Basic Guide. • The pattern is printed in black and blue. Confirm the above message, then go to the next step. 14 4 Align the Print Head
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    the paper source varies depending on the media type. Specialty paper including photo paper Load paper in the Rear Tray (A). A B □ How how to handle paper, refer to "Loading Paper" in the onscreen manual: Basic Guide after installation is complete. Loading specialty paper • Load paper in portrait
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    2 F Pull out the Cassette (F). 3 4 G 5 H Move the left Paper Guide (G) to the edge. Slide the front Paper Guide (H) to align with the actual size of the paper. The front Paper Guide will click and stop when it aligns with the corresponding mark of paper size. Load plain paper. Load paper with
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    6 7 8 I Align the paper to the right side of the Cassette (1), and slide the left Paper Guide completely against the left edge of the paper (2). Make sure that the height of the paper stack does not exceed the line (I). Insert the Cassette
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    your device (access point, router, etc.) supports wireless connection or wired connection, refer to the manual supplied with the device, or contact its manufacturer. If Your Device Supports Wireless Connection Check if it supports IEEE802.11b/g/n. If Your Device Supports Wired Connection Check if it
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    not switch users during the installation process. • Internet connection may be required during the installation. Connection fees may apply. Consult the internet service provider. • It may be necessary to restart your computer during the installation process. Follow the on-screen instructions and do
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    CDROM contents appear, doubleclick MSETUP4.EXE. 20 7 Install the Software (USB Connection) 3 Windows 7/Windows Vista Windows XP Click Run screen, then click Yes or Continue on the User Account Control dialog box. If the User Account Control dialog box reappears in following steps instructions.
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    4 5 6 Click Easy Install. The drivers, application software, and on-screen manuals are installed. • If you want to select particular items to install, click Custom Install. Click Install. Select Use the printer via USB, then click Next. Follow any on-screen instructions to proceed with the
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    Necessary Information for the User Registration B □ If the Extended Survey Program screen appears When the Printer Connection screen appears, connect • If the power is on, the Print Head Holder will move when the Scanning Unit (Cover) (B) is opened. If you can agree to Extended Survey Program,
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    install, perform from in "7 Install the Software (USB Connection)" on page 20. Click Custom Install in , then select XPS Printer Driver in the Custom Install screen. For details on useful functions of the XPS Printer Driver, refer to the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide. Click Exit to complete the
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    information to a third party. • The machine cannot be used over a wireless and wired connection at the same time. • If an error message appears or if you have trouble with the network connection, refer to the printed manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting. • Place the machine and computer on the same
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    access to communication. You can retrieve your network key by using the Canon PIXMA Wireless Setup Assistant or the instructions which can be downloaded from the Canon support webpage (www.usa.canon.com/downloadlibrary). If you are unable to retrieve the network key or other settings, refer to the
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    button (A) to display Setup, then touch the right FUNCTION button (B). Use the [ or ] button (C) to select Wireless LAN setup, then touch the OK button. Select Yes, then touch the OK button. When wireless connection is enabled, the Wi-Fi lamp (D) lights blue. Select Easy setup, then touch the OK
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    point. appears, touch the OK button, make sure that the network key is correct, then enter it again. If a connection still cannot be established, refer to the printed manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting. Next, read "10 Install the Software (Network Connection)" on page 35! 8 Wireless Setup 27
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    Setup Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Read this 1 2 3 section only when setting D up a wireless connection by C using the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). A B Use the { or } button (A) to display Setup, then touch the right FUNCTION button (B). Use the [ or ]
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    select PIN code method in , then touch the OK button. Follow the on-screen instructions to operate the machine and access point. When the screen in appears, touch the OK the wireless LAN. If another error appears, refer to the printed manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting. 8 Wireless Setup 29
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    within 2 minutes. For details on the WPS button pressing, refer to the manual of your access point. The Wi-Fi lamp (blue) flashes while searching for to the printed manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting. Next, read "10 Install the Software (Network Connection)" on page 35! 30 8 Wireless Setup
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    the network name (SSID), then click Next. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the settings on the computer. 5. Go to . 1. Select Wireless 5. When Wireless LAN settings completed. screen is displayed, touch the OK button and eject the USB flash drive. A • Canon assumes no responsibility
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    personal information to a third party. • The machine cannot be used over a wireless and wired connection at the same time. • If an error message appears or if you have trouble with the network connection, refer to the printed manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting. Add (connect) the machine to the
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    1 A B 2 C D Remove the Cap (A), then connect a network device (router, etc.) with an Ethernet cable (B). Use the { or } button (C) to display Setup, then touch the right FUNCTION button (D). 9 Wired Setup 33
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    3 4 5 6 E Use the [ or ] button (E) to select Select LAN settings, then touch Device settings, then touch the the OK button. OK button. Select Change wireless/wired, then touch the OK button. Select Wired LAN active, touch the OK button. 34 9 Wired Setup Next, read "10 Install the
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    the on-screen instructions and do not remove the Setup CD-ROM during restarting. The installation resumes once your computer has restarted. • If the firewall function of your security software is turned on, a warning message may appear that Canon software is attempting to access the network. If such
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    AutoPlay screen, then click Yes or Continue on the User Account Control dialog box. If the User Account Control dialog box reappears in following steps, click instructions. 36 10 Install the Software (Network Connection) Click Easy Install. The drivers, application software, and on-screen manuals
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    4 5 6 Click Install. Select Use the printer on network, then click Next. Follow any on-screen instructions to proceed with the software installation. When the Printer Detection screen appears, click Next. • If the Printer Connection screen appears instead of the screen above, the connection
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    , read "Information" on page 42! On the Canon IJ Network Tool screen, select MG8100 series in Printers, then click Next. • If the machine is not detected, refer to the printed manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting. Make sure there is no problem, then click Update. Next, read "Registration (Macintosh
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    Register Printer. □ Proceed to the section that relates to your operating system for further installation instructions. Mac OS X v.10.6.x v.10.5.x Go to on page 40. v.10.4.11 Go to on page 40. • The alphanumeric characters after Canon MG8100 series is the machine's Bonjour service name or MAC
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    , click Add. • When the You have no printers available. screen appears, click Add. Click More Printers in the Printer Browser window. Select Canon IJ Network in the pop-up menu, select Canon MG8100 series in the list of printers, then click Add. 40 10 Install the Software (Network Connection)
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    the Register Printer and Scanner screen appears, click Register Scanner. Select Canon MG8100 series on the Scan-from-PC Settings screen, then click OK. Click Next on the Register Printer and Scanner screen. Next, read "Information" on page 42! 10 Install the Software (Network Connection) 41
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    Information 1 Important Information for the Installation □ Necessary Information for the User Registration □ If the Extended Survey Program screen appears A Click Next. Follow any on-screen instructions to proceed with the software installation. When the serial number is not displayed on the
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    scanning in the Canon Solution Software (Network Connection)" on page 35. Click Custom Install in , then select XPS Printer Driver in the Custom Install screen. For details on useful functions of the XPS Printer Driver, refer to the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide. 10 Install the Software (Network
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    the machine is already connected to a wireless/wired connection, it can be used from additional computers on the same network. Computer from which the machine can be on-screen instructions to install the software. Other settings are not required. Additional computers on the same network It enables
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    drivers. You can print creative items by correcting/enhancing photos using the application software. For details on how to use the application software and the machine, refer to the on-screen manual Easy-WebPrint EX, refer to the on-screen manual: Basic Guide. Solution Menu EX Solution Menu EX is a
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    Card xD-Picture Card Type M xD-Picture Card Type H You can also print from USB flash drives. For details, refer to "Printing Photos" in the on-screen manual: Basic Guide. 46 12 Try Using the Machine A □ Inserting a Memory Card B • Insert a memory card with the labeled side facing left. • Insert
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    E D Load 4" x 6" (10 x 15 cm) photo paper in the Rear Tray (C) in portrait orientation with the Card Slot. When inserting a memory card into the Card Slot, the photos on the memory card are read and the screen to specify photos and the number of copies to print appears. Make sure that the
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    F G 1. Trace along the Scroll Wheel (F) to display a photo to print. 2. Touch the [+] or [-] button to specify the the Access lamp is flashing. Saved data may be damaged. • When the machine is ready for printing, the Color button lights up. 48 12 Try Using the Machine For more information on
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    . Remove the document after printing. • If Copy is not displayed on the HOME screen, use the { or } button to display Copy. • When the machine is ready for copying, the Black button and Color button light up. For the procedure to copy on paper other than plain paper, refer to "Copying" in
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    open. This section explains how to print borderless photos using 4" x 6" (10 x 15 cm) Photo Paper Plus Glossy II. Start Solution Menu EX from the Canon Solution Menu EX icon on the desktop (Windows) . For more information, refer to the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide. 50 12 Try Using the Machine
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    to Mac OS X v.10.6, install software bundled with the Canon inkjet printer. • Internet Explorer 7 or later is required to install Easy-WebPrint EX. For Windows use only. Specifications are subject to change without notice. About Consumables Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are available
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    CANON 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 , Mac, and
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Make sure to read this manual before using the machine. Please keep it in hand for future reference.
Getting Started
Read Me First
Canon Inkjet Photo All-In-One
series
Instructions including important information.
Prohibited actions.
In this guide, Windows 7 operating system is referred to as Windows 7
and Windows Vista operating system as Windows Vista.
In this guide, the screens are based on Windows 7 Home Premium
and Mac OS X v.10.6.x. (Unless noted otherwise, the screens are
those of Windows 7.)
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