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    Photo All-In-One series Getting Started Read Me First Make sure to read this manual before using the machine. Please keep it in hand for future reference.
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    Instructions as notes for operation or additional explanations. Descriptions for operations that take some time to complete. Indicates operations in Windows Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. • Macintosh, Mac, and AirPort are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the MP990)
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    46 After Installing the Machine 48 Loading Paper 48 Introduction of Manuals 51 Solution Menu 52 Try Using the Machine 53 Print Photos from a Memory Card 54 Try Copying 57 Print Photos from a Computer 58 Reference Information 59 Wireless Setup Using WCN (Windows Connect Now 59 
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    Connection Network Connection Wired Connection USB cable A USB cable is required.  Preparation Access point or wireless router Router, etc. Ethernet cable An access point or router that supports IEEE802.11b/g is required. A network device (router, etc.) and Ethernet cable are required.
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    Print Head The Print Head is placed inside of the Paper Output Tray (A). Open the Paper Output Tray and take it out. A 6 ink tanks (M, BK, GY, PGBK, C, Y) • Manuals • Setup CD-ROM (containing the drivers, applications and on-screen manuals) • Matte Photo Paper MP-101 (for Automatic Print Head
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    Unit (Cover) B C 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. • Do not install the machine
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    Hardware Setup Turn the Power On 1 2 C B A Plug the power cord into the back left of the machine, then connect the other end to the wall outlet. Open the Operation Unit (B) and press the ON button (C) to turn on the machine. 3 D E F Use the { or } button (D) on the Operation Panel to select
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    2 CB A Open the Paper Output Tray (A), then lift the Scanning Unit (Cover) (B) until it stops. Close the Document Cover (C) and lift it with the Scanning Unit (Cover). D Make sure that the Print Head Holder (D) moves to the installation position. • Handle the Print Head carefully. Do not drop or
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    you touch it. • Do not touch the inside (G) or metal parts (H) 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
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    Install the Print Head 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.  Hardware Setup 7 Lower the Print Head Lock Lever completely. • Hold the Print Head Lock Lever firmly and lower it
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    off the orange protective cap (A) located on the bottom of the ink tank. • Handle the ink tanks carefully. Do not drop or apply excessive pressure to them. • If the Scanning Unit (Cover) is left open for more than 10 minutes, the Print Head Holder moves to the right. In this case, close and reopen
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    under the label and against the back end of the slot. Make sure that the color of the label matches the ink tank. Press the PUSH mark on the ink tank firmly until it clicks. When the installation is completed properly, the Ink lamp lights red. • Install in a well-lit environment. 10 Hardware Setup
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    . • Once you have installed the ink tanks, do not remove them unnecessarily. • For your safety, always hold the Scanning Unit (Cover) with both hands when closing it. • If an error message is displayed on the LCD, make sure that the Print Head and the ink tanks are correctly installed. Hardware
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    Align the Print Head 1 2 A B Align the Print Head for better print results. This takes about 5 minutes. Use a sheet of supplied specialty paper (Matte Photo Paper MP-101) for alignment. Load a sheet of supplied specialty paper (Matte Photo Paper MP-101) in the Rear Tray (A) by referring to
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    , press the OK button to clear the error, then go to the next step. 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. • For details
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    the Machine to the Network (Initial Setup) Set Up Additional Computers Perform only the software installation on the computer you want to use. Internet Wireless or Wired Connection Go to "Select Connection Type" on page 21. Internet Go to "[Network Connection] Install the Software" on page 35
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    not remove the Setup CD-ROM during restarting. The installation resumes once your computer has restarted. • Mac OS 9, Mac OS X Classic environments, or Mac OS X v.10.3.8 or earlier are not supported. If you connect a USB cable to the machine before installation of the drivers, this screen appears
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    you can use the Web print software EasyWebPrint EX. An internet connection is required for installation. (It is also possible to install this software later.) 1 A 1 16 USB Connection 2 TURN OFF THE MACHINE (A). Turn on the computer, then insert the Setup CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The setup
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    3 Windows Vista Windows XP/2000 Install the Software Click Run Msetup4.exe on the AutoPlay screen, then click Continue on the User Account Control dialog box. If the User Account Control dialog box reappears in following steps, click Continue. 3 Double-click the Setup icon of the CD-ROM folder to
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    Vista • You can install the XPS Printer Driver from Custom Install (Windows Vista SP1 or later). • When installing the XPS Printer Driver, select the MP Drivers at the same time. • The XPS Printer Driver is a printer driver suitable for printing High Dynamic Range images (full 16-bit workflow
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    . If you click Do not agree, the Extended Survey Program will not be installed. (This has no effect on the machine's functionality.) • When opening the Scanning Unit (Cover) (B), the Print Head Holder moves automatically. • The screen does not appear on Mac OS X v.10.3.9. USB Connection 19
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    the installation. If Restart is displayed, follow the instruction to restart the computer. After restarting the computer, remove the Setup CD-ROM and keep it in a safe place. When using Macintosh, it is necessary to restart the computer before scanning using the Operation Panel on the machine for
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    environment. For details, refer to your device's instruction manual or contact its manufacturer. • In an office 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
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    Router, etc. 22 Network Connection An "Ad-hoc connection," which establishes a direct connection to the computer over a wireless connection without using an access point, is not supported. Be sure to prepare an access point. Go to "Wireless Setup" on page 23. Go to "Wired Setup" on page 30.
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    password required to set to prevent unauthorized 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
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    Wireless Setup 1 2 3 A Use the Easy-Scroll Wheel (A) to select Settings, then press the OK button. B Select Wireless LAN setup, then press the OK button. Select Yes, then press the OK button. When wireless connection is enabled, the Wi-Fi lamp (B) lights blue. 24 Network Connection
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    4 5 6 Wireless Setup Select Easy settings, then press the OK button. Select the access point name you wrote down on page 23, then press the OK button. When one of the above screens is displayed, enter the network key you wrote down on page 23, then press the OK button. If the above screen
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    Wireless Setup 7 8 C Make sure that the network key is correct, then press the OK button. When the key is correct, then enter it again. If a connection still cannot be established, refer to the printed manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting. Next, read "Confirm Connection Status" on page 33!
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    (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) 1 2 3 A Use the Easy-Scroll Wheel (A) to select Settings, then press the OK button. Select Wireless LAN setup, then press the OK button. B Select Yes, then press the OK button. When wireless connection is enabled, the Wi-Fi lamp (B) lights blue. Network Connection 27
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    error occurs if setup is not completed within 10 minutes. If the timeout error screen appears, press the OK button, then perform the setup again and set the new PIN code displayed on the screen to the access point. If another error appears, refer to the printed manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting
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    Wireless Setup Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) 7 8 C When the access point is 33! • If the timeout error screen appeared repeatedly, or if another error appeared, refer to the printed manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting. • For details on WPS, refer to the manual of your access point.
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    Wired Setup Connect to the network over a wired connection. 1 A Ethernet cable is required to connect to a network device (router, etc.). Prepare a Ethernet cable. A B Ethernet cable Remove the Cap (A), then connect a network device (router, etc.) with a Ethernet cable (B). 30 Network
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    Wired Setup 2 3 4 D C Use the Easy-Scroll Wheel (C) to select Settings, then press the OK button. Select Device settings, then press the OK button. Select LAN settings, then press the OK button. Network Connection 31
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    Wired Setup 5 6 Select Change wireless/wired, then press the OK button. Select Wired LAN active, press the OK button, then press the HOME button (D). Next, read "Confirm Connection Status" on page 33! 32 Network Connection
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    Confirm Connection Status 1 A 2 3 B Press the HOME button (A), select Settings using the Easy-Scroll Wheel (B), then press the OK button. Select Device settings, then press the OK button. Select LAN settings, then press the OK button. • Confirm connection status after installing the machine
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    sure of the following. − The machine and network device are turned on. − There is no obstacle between the machine and access point, and wireless communication is possible. − There is no microwave, refrigerator or any other object that may cause radio interference nearby. − For wired connections, the
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    a warning message may appear that Canon software is attempting to access the network. If such a warning message appears, set the security software to always allow access. • Mac OS 9, Mac OS X Classic environments, or Mac OS X v.10.3.8 or earlier are not supported. □ For Windows Vista/ XP If you are
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    2 Windows Vista Windows XP/2000 Click Run Msetup4.exe on the AutoPlay screen, then click Continue on the User Account Control dialog box. If the User Account Control dialog box reappears in following steps, click Continue. 2 36 Network Connection Double-click the Setup icon of the CD-ROM
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    Vista • You can install the XPS Printer Driver from Custom Install. (Windows Vista SP1 or later.) • When installing the XPS Printer Driver, select the MP Drivers at the same time. • The XPS Printer Driver is a printer driver suitable for printing High Dynamic Range images (full 16-bit workflow
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    Install the Software 5 6 Select Use the printer on network, then click Next. Read the License Agreement screen carefully and click Yes. 38 Network Connection • Follow any on-screen instructions to proceed with the software installation.
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    then be sure to select Use the printer on network in step . 7 When the Printer Detection screen appears, click Next. • If the Printer Detection screen is not displayed, the connection method is not correctly selected in step . Follow on-screen instructions and proceed with the installation. Click
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    Settings dialog box is displayed. Refer to the printed manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting. Make sure there is no problem, then click Next again on the screen in step . On the Canon IJ Network Tool screen, select MP990 series in Printers, then click Next. For Wired Connection Go to "Install
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    10 Wireless Connection Wired Connection P.46 9 Wireless Connection Wired Connection Printer and the Access Point. • You can cancel measuring by clicking Cancel. You also examine the detailed status of the communication link after setup. For details, refer to the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide
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    to your operating system for further installation instructions. Mac OS X v.10.5.x v.10.4.x v.10.3.9 Go to Step - . Go to Step - . Go to Step - . 42 Network Connection • The alphanumeric characters after Canon MP990 series is the machine's Bonjour service name or MAC address. • If the machine has
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    A Mac OS X v.10.5.x Mac OS X v.10.4.x - 2 - B Mac OS X v.10.4.x Mac OS X v.10.3.9 - 1 1 2 Install the Software (Registration) Mac OS X v.10.3.9 - 3 Select Canon MP990 series and click Add. Go to Step . When the Printer List window appears, click Add. Click More Printers in the Printer
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    Software (Registration) 2 - C Mac OS X v.10.3.9 4 1 2 3 Make sure that Canon MP990 series is added to the list of printers. Go to Step . When the Printer List window appears, click Add. Select Canon IJ Network in the pop-up menu, select Canon MP990 series in the list of printers, then click
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    3 4 Install the Software (Registration) 5 When the Register Printer and Scanner screen appears, click Register Scanner. Select Canon MP990 series on the Scan-from-PC Settings screen, then click OK. When the Register Printer and Scanner screen appears, click Next. Next, read "Install the
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    User Registration A □ About Extended Survey Program When the Load plain paper into the cassette screen appears, follow the onscreen instructions Connection • When opening the Scanning Unit (Cover) (A), the Print Head Holder moves automatically. • The screen does not appear on Mac OS X v.10.3.9.
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    If Restart is displayed, follow the instruction to restart the computer. After restarting the computer, remove the Setup CD-ROM and keep it in a safe place. When using Macintosh, it is necessary to restart the computer before scanning using the Operation
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    how to load paper in 1 the Cassette (A) and the Rear Tray (B). D B 2 3 F A C The Cassette supports plain paper (C) only. To print photo paper / Hagaki (D), be sure to load it in the Rear Tray. Pull out the Cassette. E Move the Paper Guides (E) and (F) to both edges. Load plain paper. Load
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    will stop when it aligns with the corresponding mark of paper size. Slide the Paper Guide against left edge of the paper. Make sure that the paper stack does not exceed the line (G). Insert the Cassette slowly into the machine until
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    Loading Paper 7 8 9 3 2 H 1 10 J Open the Paper Support (H) and pull it straight up, then slant it back. I Move the Paper Guides (I) to both edges. Load paper in the center of the Rear Tray. Load paper in portrait orientation with the printing side facing up. Slide the left and right Paper
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    introduction to other functions available. Advanced Guide Describes various operating procedures to make full use of machine. Troubleshooting Describes troubleshooting tips for problems you may encounter when using the machine. For details on opening the on-screen manuals, refer to page 52. After
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    manuals with a single click. You can start Solution Menu from the Canon Solution Menu icon on the desktop (Windows) or on the Dock (Macintosh). If you have a problem with machine settings, click the Change settings or find solutions to problems. in Solution Menu to open My Printer (Windows only
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    . Since ICC profiles are also available, you can print photos in colors that are closer to your ideal colors using color management. For details on how to use the application software and the machine, refer to the onscreen manuals: Basic Guide and Advanced Guide. After Installing the Machine 53
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    Print Photos from a Memory Card Print images saved on a memory card used with digital cameras, etc. For more information on printing from a memory card, refer to "Printing from a Memory Card" in the on-screen manual: Basic Guide. Supported Memory Cards (Adapter required for .) Memory Stick Duo
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    Card E Load a sheet of 4" x 6" size photo paper in the Rear Tray (D) in portrait orientation. Load paper with the printing side facing up. Rotate the Easy-Scroll Wheel (E) to display a photo to print. Alternatively, use the [ or ] button to select a photo. • For details, refer to "Loading Paper
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    Print Photos from a Memory Card 4 5 6 F Press the [+] or [-] button to specify the number of copies, then press the OK button. The Print Settings Confirmation Screen appears. Press the Color button (F). Printing will start. After printing, open the Card Slot Cover, pinch the memory card and
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    For various copying procedures, refer to "Copying" in the on‑screen manual: Basic Guide. 1 2 3C 4 B E F A Load A4 or Letter- When the Paper Output Tray (H) opens automatically, extend the Output Tray Extension (I). Copying will start. Remove the document after printing. • For details,
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    3 4 A Load a sheet of photo paper in the Rear Tray (A) in portrait orientation. Load a sheet of paper with the printing side facing up. Start Solution Menu from the icon on the desktop (Windows) or on the Dock (Macintosh), then click One-Click to Photo Print. Easy-PhotoPrint EX starts. Select
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    Information Wireless Setup Using WCN (Windows Connect Now) Set up a wireless connection by using the WCN (Windows Connect Now) function of Windows Vista. 1 2 3 • Before setting up by using the WCN, establish wireless communication between the computer and the access point. • Canon assumes
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    Wireless Setup Using WCN (Windows Connect Now) 4 5 6 7 Click Add the device or computer using a USB flash drive from the computer, then click Close. 60 Reference Information • If the User Account Control dialog box appears, click Continue. If the same dialog box reappears in subsequent steps
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    Using WCN (Windows Connect Now) 8 9 10 A Use the Easy-Scroll Wheel (A) to select Settings, then press the OK button. Select Wireless LAN setup, then press the OK button. B Select Yes, then press the OK button. When wireless connection is enabled, the Wi-Fi lamp (B) lights blue. Reference
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    Wireless Setup Using WCN (Windows Connect Now) 11 12 D Select WCN settings, then press the OK button. C Connect the USB flash drive to the Direct Print Port (USB connector) (C) on the front of the machine, then press the OK button. When the completion screen appears, press the OK button, then
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    # 2948B001 2946B001 2950B001 2945B001 2947B001 2949B001 Call 1-800-OK-CANON to locate a dealer near you, or visit the Canon eStore at www.canonestore.com CANON U.S.A. INC. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042 U.S.A. www.usa.canon.com QT5-2674-V01 XXXXXXXX ©CANON INC.2009 PRINTED IN THAILAND
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Make sure to read this manual before using the machine. Please keep it in hand for future reference.
Getting Started
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