Canon PIXMA MP450 User Manual

QT7-0052-V06 XXXXXXXX ©CANON INC. 2005 PRINTED IN VIETNAMThe following FINE Cartridges (High Yield) are compatible with this machine.The following FIN

8FINE Cartridges(Ink Cartridges)For safety reasons, store FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) out of the reach of small children.If a child ingests any i

Chapter 1198 Chapter 11TroubleshootingTroubleshootingThis chapter provides troubleshooting tips for problems you may encounter when using the machine.

Chapter 11 99TroubleshootingAn Error Message Is Displayed On The LCDIf an error message is displayed on the LCD, take the corresponding countermeasur

100 Chapter 11TroubleshootingCannot See The Display Properly On The LCD/Cannot See The Display On The LCDInk Does Not Come Out/Printing Is Blurred/Col

Chapter 11 101TroubleshootingIncorrect paper type. When printing directly from a digital camera, on the Operation Panel, confirm that the <Media T

102 Chapter 11TroubleshootingUnnecessary print jobs are queued./Computer problems.Restart your computer. It may solve the problem.Delete an undesired

Chapter 11 103Troubleshooting When CopyingThe size of the print data is too large.Check the size of the print data. For Windows XP and Windows 2000,

104 Chapter 11TroubleshootingBack Of Paper Is Smudged/Paper Does Not Feed Properly/Printed Surface Is ScratchedCause ActionInside of the machine is di

Chapter 11 105TroubleshootingPaper feed roller is dirty. Follow the steps described below to clean the paper feed rollers.1. Ensure that the machine

106 Chapter 11Troubleshooting Paper Curls/Ink BlotsThe media type is not selected correctly in the printer driver.On the [Main] tab of the printer dr

Chapter 11 107TroubleshootingPaper JamsCause ActionPaper jams in the paper output slot/Auto Sheet Feeder.Remove the paper according to the following

9Reading The DocumentSymbols Used In This GuidePlease read the list below of symbols used in this guide. The following symbols are used to indicate im

108 Chapter 11TroubleshootingCannot Print Properly From A Photo Index SheetLandscape Credit Card-sized paper jams inside the machine.You cannot load C

Chapter 11 109TroubleshootingCannot Print Properly From The Digital CameraThe following are possible errors that may occur when printing directly fro

110 Chapter 11Troubleshooting*1 To resume printing, you can press [OK] on the machine instead of selecting Continue.Waste tank (ink absorber) full Thi

Chapter 11 111TroubleshootingCannot Print Properly Through Wireless CommunicationThe following are some causes of problems that may occur when printi

112 Chapter 11TroubleshootingCannot Install The MP DriverCause ActionUnable to proceed beyond the Printer Connection screen.Reinstall the MP driver.1.

Chapter 11 113TroubleshootingCannot Connect To PC Properly Printing Speed Is Slow/USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Connection Does Not Work When You Connect To A C

114 Chapter 11TroubleshootingProblems With Scanning Scanner Won't Work ScanGear MP Won't Start Computer Stops Operating During ScanningCa

Chapter 11 115Troubleshooting Scan Quality Is Poor (Poor Image Displayed On The Monitor) Parts Of Image Missing Or Surrounded By Extra White AreasC

116 Chapter 11Troubleshooting Trouble scanning with Multi-Scan or Multi-Crop function Slow Scanning SpeedCause ActionThe original is positioned outs

Chapter 11 117Troubleshooting “There is not enough memory.” Message Is Displayed Scanned Image Is Not Displayed Properly Trouble scanning with MP

Chapter 110 Chapter 1Before PrintingBefore PrintingMachine Parts And Their FunctionsThis section provides the name and location of the main components

118 Chapter 11TroubleshootingAn Error Message Appears On The Screen Service Error 5100 is Displayed Writing Error/Output Error/Communication ErrorCa

Chapter 11 119Troubleshooting Error No.: 300 Is Displayed Error No.: 1700 Is Displayed Error No.: 2001 Is DisplayedCause ActionThe machine is not

120 Chapter 11Troubleshooting Error No.: 2500 Is DisplayedFor Windows UsersCause ActionFINE Cartridge Alignment has failed. See “Auto head align has

Chapter 11 121TroubleshootingIf You Cannot Solve The ProblemIf you cannot solve the problem with any of the workarounds in this chapter, please conta

Chapter 12122 Chapter 12AppendixAppendixPrinting AreaTo ensure the best print quality, the printer has been set to allow for a margin along each edge

Chapter 12 123Appendix A4, B5, A5, 4" x 6", 4" x 8", 5" x 7", Credit CardSize Printable Area (width x height)A4 203.2

124 Chapter 12Appendix Letter, Legal Envelopes;oSize Printable Area (width x height)Letter 203.2 x 271.4 mm/8.0 x 10.7 inLegal 203.2 x 347.6 mm/8.0

Chapter 12 125AppendixUninstalling The On-screen ManualFollow the steps described below to uninstall the installed on-screen manuals from your comput

126 Chapter 12AppendixTransporting The MachineWhen relocating the machine or storing the machine for prolonged periods, pack the machine using the ori

Chapter 12 127AppendixSpecificationsGeneral SpecificationsPrinting resolution4800 dpi x 1200 dpi(Ink droplets can be positioned at a minimum pitch of

Chapter 1 11Before Printing(11) Operation PanelDisplays the operational status of the machine. It is also used to change or check the settings of eac

128 Chapter 12AppendixCopy SpecificationsCopy speed**Based on Canon standard pattern. Copy speed may vary depending on document complexity, copy mode,

Chapter 12 129AppendixCamera Direct Print (PictBridge)Page sizeDefault (Photo Paper Plus Glossy 10 x 15 cm/4" x 6")10 x 15 cm/4" x 6&q

130 Chapter 12AppendixSystems Requirementsz Use a computer on which Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me or Windows 98 can operate.(Pentium®, Celeron®

Chapter 12 131AppendixUsers In The U.S.A.FCC NoticePIXMA MP450: K10263This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

132 Chapter 12AppendixCanon U.S.A., INC. LIMITED WARRANTYThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. (“Canon USA”) with respec

Chapter 12 133AppendixANY SYSTEM SOFTWARE (WHETHER FACTORY LOADED ON THE PRODUCT OR CONTAINED ON THE SOFTWARE DISKETTES OR CD-ROMS ENCLOSED WITH, OR

134 Chapter 12AppendixInstantExchange Service **Under Canon USA’s InstantExchange Service you may exchange an eligible defective Product during the li

Chapter 12 135AppendixUsers In CanadaCustomer Technical SupportsCanon Canada Inc., offers a full range of customer technical support* options:z For i

136IndexIndex Buttons 12AAccess Lamp 11Alarm Lamp 12Auto Sheet Feeder 10BBack Button 12Black Button 12CCard Slot Cover 10Card Slots 11Changing Copy

137IndexRRecommended Paper 17Routine Maintenance 76Aligning The FINE Cartridge 92FINE Cartridge Cleaning 90FINE Cartridge Deep Cleaning 91Replacing A

12 Chapter 1Before Printing Operation PanelThis section describes the buttons on the Operation Panel, and their functions and locations.(1) [ON/OFF]

This product uses the following copyrighted software:Copyright © 1990 The Regents of the University of California.All rights reserved.Redistribution a

Getting Help from CanonHelp Us Help You Better. Before you contact Canon, please record the following information.Serial Number (located inside the ma

QT7-0052-V07 XXXXXXXX ©CANON INC. 2005 PRINTED IN VIETNAMThe following FINE Cartridges (High Yield) are compatible with this machine.The following FIN

Chapter 1 13Before Printing(14) [Photo Index Sheet] ButtonSwitches the machine to Photo Index Sheet mode.(15) [COPY] ButtonSwitches the machine to co

14 Chapter 1Before PrintingTurning The Machine ON/OFF1Press [ON/OFF] to turn the machine ON and OFF. Before turning ON the machine, make sure the Docu

Chapter 1 15Before PrintingSetting Documents Document RequirementsThe documents you load on the Platen Glass for copying or scanning must meet these

16 Chapter 1Before PrintingGeneral Paper Guidelines Paper Types You Cannot UseDo not use:z Folded, creased, curled, or wrinkled paperz Envelopes with

Chapter 1 17Before PrintingRecommended PaperThe following paper is recommended for use with your machine. Please be sure to follow the guidelines and

Getting Help from CanonHelp Us Help You Better. Before you contact Canon, please record the following information.Serial Number (located inside the ma

18 Chapter 1Before Printing Selecting The Correct PaperThis section describes the characteristics and intended use of each paper applicable to this m

Chapter 1 19Before Printing Canon Specialty PaperCanon recommends that you use genuine Canon paper to insure optimal print quality.Paper Type Size P

20 Chapter 1Before PrintingPhoto Paper Plus Double SidedLetter (8 1/2 in. x 11 in./215.9 mm x 279.4 mm)A4 (8 1/4 in. x 11 3/4 in./210 mm x 297 mm)5&qu

Chapter 1 21Before PrintingPhoto Paper ProLetter (8 1/2 in. x 11 in./215.9 mm x 279.4 mm)A4 (8 1/4 in. x 11 3/4 in./210 mm x 297 mm)4" x 6"

22 Chapter 1Before Printingz Photo Paper Pro Guidelinesz Do not touch the print surface until the ink is dry (approx. 30 minutes). Colors in dark imag

Chapter 1 23Before PrintingLoading Paper Loading PaperFollow this procedure:1 Open the Paper Support (1), then pull out the Paper Support Extension

24 Chapter 1Before Printing Loading EnvelopesFollow this procedure:1 Open the Paper Support, then pull out the Paper Support Extension.2 Prepare the

Chapter 1 25Before Printing3 Place the stack of envelopes (print side up) in the Auto Sheet Feeder (1), pinch the Paper Guide (A) and adjust it to th

26 Chapter 1Before PrintingChanging The Print SettingsThis section describes the setting items that can be specified in the Settings screen. To Chang

Chapter 1 27Before Printing3 Select the setting item.(1) Use [ ] or [ ] to select the setting item.Select <A4> here.4 Change the setting.(1) Us

1DisclaimerCanon Inc. has reviewed this manual thoroughly in order that it will be an easy-to-use guide to your Canon MP450 Series. All statements, te

28 Chapter 1Before Printing Print Setting ItemsEach tab contains the following setting items. To change the tab, use [ ] to select the tab and use [

Chapter 1 29Before Printingz Memory card modeThis section describes the Settings screen for Memory card mode. Tab 1 You can specify the settings such

30 Chapter 1Before PrintingTab 2 Allows you to optimize photos with the functions below.(1) Activate/deactivate Vivid photo function.This function mak

Chapter 2Chapter 2 31CopyingCopyingMaking CopiesThis section describes the basic procedure to make copies.1 Prepare for copying.(1) Press [ON/OFF] to

32 Chapter 2Copying Reducing Or Enlarging A CopyYou can reduce or enlarge copies.1 Prepare for copying.See page 312 Select the reduction/enlargement

Chapter 2 33CopyingChanging The Copy SettingsYou can change the copy settings such as the page size, media type, or print quality.For details on chan

34 Chapter 2CopyingUsing Useful Copy Functions Special CopyYou can copy in various layouts.1 Prepare for copying.See “Start copying.” on page 312 Sel

Chapter 2 35Copyingz Copying Without Borders (Borderless Copy)This feature enables you to copy the images so that they fill the entire page without b

36 Chapter 2Copyingz Repeating An Image On A Page (Image Repeat)This feature enables you to copy an image multiple times onto a single page. You can s

Chapter 3Chapter 3 37Printing From A Memory CardPrinting From A Memory CardUsing A Memory CardLet’s take a look at different types of memory cards an

Table of Contents2Safety Precautions ...4Reading The Document...9Symbols Used

38 Chapter 3Printing From A Memory Card Inserting A Memory Card1 Turn ON the machine.2 Open the Card Slot Cover.Importantz This machine accepts image

Chapter 3 39Printing From A Memory Card3 Install the memory card in the appropriate Card Slot.* Install the memory card with the appropriate adapter

40 Chapter 3Printing From A Memory CardPrinting PhotographLet’s select a photo from the photos stored on the memory card of the digital camera and pri

Chapter 3 41Printing From A Memory Card6 Confirm the settings.To change any of the settings, press [Settings].See “Changing The Print Settings” on pa

42 Chapter 3Printing From A Memory Card3 Specify the number of copies to print.(1) Use [ ] or [ ] to select the photo you wish to print.(2) Use [ ] or

Chapter 3 43Printing From A Memory Card4 Use [ ] or [ ] to select <Photo Index Sheet print>, then press [OK].5 Use [ ] or [ ] to select the ran

44 Chapter 3Printing From A Memory Card6 Press [Color].The machine prints the Photo Index Sheets.(1) Select the page size and media type.(2) Select da

Chapter 3 45Printing From A Memory Card7 Fill in the appropriate circles ( ) with a dark pencil to select the photographs to print and print settings

46 Chapter 3Printing From A Memory Card10 Press [Photo Index Sheet].11 Use [ ] or [ ] to select <Scan sheet and print>, then press [OK].12 Press

Chapter 3 47Printing From A Memory Card3 Specify the layout.(1) Use [ ] or [ ] to specify the layout, then press [OK].The following layouts can be se

312 Appendix...122Printing Area...122Uninstalling The On-scree

48 Chapter 3Printing From A Memory Card Printing On Stickers - Sticker PrintYou can print your favorite photos on Canon Photo Stickers.1 Prepare for

Chapter 3 49Printing From A Memory Cardz DPOF printIf DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) settings are made on the camera, photos are printed automatic

Chapter 450 Chapter 4Reading From And Writing To A Memory CardReading From And Writing To A Memory CardSetting Up The Card Slot As The Memory Card Dri

Chapter 4 51Reading From And Writing To A Memory Card7 Use [ ] or [ ] to select <Read-only mode> or <Read/write mode>, then press [OK].Re

Chapter 552 Chapter 5Printing From Your ComputerPrinting From Your ComputerThis chapter describes the basic printing procedure, taking the steps to pr

Chapter 5 53Printing From Your Computer5 Specify the required settings.(1) Click [Media Type] to select the type of media loaded in the machine (1).(

54 Chapter 5Printing From Your Computer6 Print the document.(1) Click [Print] or [OK] (1).The machine starts printing.Notez You can cancel a print job

Chapter 5 55Printing From Your ComputerPrinting With Macintosh1Press [ON/OFF] to turn ON the machine. (See page 14)2 Load the paper in the Auto Sheet

56 Chapter 5Printing From Your Computer5 Specify the required settings.(1) Select [Print] from the application software's [File] menu.The [Print]

Chapter 5 57Printing From Your Computer6 Print the document.(1) Click [Print].Notez You can cancel a print job in progress by simply pressing [Stop/R

4Safety PrecautionsPlease read the safety warnings and cautions provided in this guide to ensure that you use your machine safely. Do not attempt to u

Chapter 658 Chapter 6Scanning ImagesScanning ImagesAbout Scanning ImagesYou can scan images from the machine into a computer, and save them in JPEG, T

Chapter 6 59Scanning Images Scanning With The Operation Panel Of The MachineYou can start the scan operation with the Operation Panel of the machine

60 Chapter 6Scanning Images4 Press [Color] or [Black].The document is scanned. The settings configured from MP Navigator apply when scanning. Scannin

Chapter 7Chapter 7 61Printing Photographs Directly From A Digital CameraPrinting Photographs Directly From A Digital CameraPrinting Photographs Direc

62 Chapter 7Printing Photographs Directly From A Digital Camera3 Connect the PictBridge compliant device to the machine.(1) Connect the device to the

Chapter 7 63Printing Photographs Directly From A Digital CameraAbout the Settings Explained BelowThe settings explained on the following pages cannot

64 Chapter 7Printing Photographs Directly From A Digital Cameraz About “Layout” and “Trimming”For “Layout”, when the “Default setting” (selections bas

Chapter 7 65Printing Photographs Directly From A Digital CameraPrinting Photographs Directly From A Canon “Bubble Jet Direct” Compatible Digital Came

Chapter 866 Chapter 8Printing Photos From A Wireless Communication DevicePrinting Photos From A Wireless Communication DeviceIf you have a mobile phon

Chapter 8 67Printing Photos From A Wireless Communication Device Setting Items(1) Select the page size for printing.(2) Select the media type for pr

5Handling Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the machine. There are no user serviceable parts inside the machine.The machine contains high-voltag

68 Chapter 8Printing Photos From A Wireless Communication DevicePerforming Infrared CommunicationYou can print photos in your mobile phone through inf

Chapter 8 69Printing Photos From A Wireless Communication Device(2) Select the photo to print and send the data to the machine using the infrared com

70 Chapter 8Printing Photos From A Wireless Communication DevicePerforming Bluetooth CommunicationThe following describes how to print photo communica

Chapter 8 71Printing Photos From A Wireless Communication Device Setting Items(1) Select the device name of this machine displayed on the screen of

Chapter 972 Chapter 9Changing The Machine SettingsChanging The Machine SettingsChanging The Machine SettingsThis section describes the procedure for c

Chapter 9 73Changing The Machine Settings4 Change the settings.(1) Use [ ] or [ ] to select the setting item, then press [OK].Example: select <Sma

74 Chapter 9Changing The Machine SettingsBluetooth SettingsFor details, see “Performing Bluetooth Communication” on page 70. Device nameSpecifies the

Chapter 9 75Changing The Machine Settings Slide show settingDisplays the photos clearly during the slide show.Language SelectionChanges the language

Chapter 1076 Chapter 10Routine MaintenanceRoutine MaintenanceReplacing A FINE CartridgeIf there is no improvement with the quality of printing followi

Chapter 10 77Routine Maintenance2 Remove the empty FINE Cartridge.(1) Push the FINE Cartridge down.(2) Remove the FINE Cartridge.Importantz Handle FI

6Power supply Never remove the plug by pulling on the cord.Pulling on the power cord may damage the cord and cause a fire or electrical shock.When tur

78 Chapter 10Routine Maintenance3 Prepare a replacement FINE Cartridge.* To the Cartridge Holder.(1) Unpack a new FINE Cartridge and remove the Protec

Chapter 10 79Routine Maintenance5 Close the Scanning Unit.Lift the Scanning Unit slightly to put the Scanning Unit Support back to its original posit

80 Chapter 10Routine Maintenance Knowing When To Replace A FINE CartridgeIt is important to identify the empty Cartridge using the LCD and replace it

Chapter 10 81Routine MaintenanceNoteWhen Low Ink is DetectedThe amount of remaining ink is displayed at 4 levels on the machine’s LCD and 2 levels on

82 Chapter 10Routine Maintenance What Is A Low Ink Warning?The Low Ink Warning is the ink counter calculating the a remaining level of ink and advisi

Chapter 10 83Routine MaintenanceNoteSetting of FINE CartridgesIf a FINE Cartridge runs out of ink, you can print with either the Color or Black FINE

84 Chapter 10Routine Maintenancez When the “?” mark appears on the Low Ink WarningIf you install an old FINE Cartridge, the “?” icon appears for the F

Chapter 10 85Routine MaintenanceWhen Printing Becomes Faint Or Color Is IncorrectIf the printing becomes faint or the colors are incorrect, the FINE

86 Chapter 10Routine MaintenancePrinting The Nozzle Check PatternPrint the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink is being ejected properly

Chapter 10 87Routine Maintenance Printing The Nozzle Check Pattern1 With the machine ON, load a sheet of A4- or Letter-sized plain paper in the Auto

7Handling Close the Document Cover gently to avoid catching your hand. Failing to do so may result in personal injury.Do not press down hard on the Do

88 Chapter 10Routine Maintenance Examining The Nozzle Check PatternThe nozzle check pattern should appear as follows when ink is discharged properly.

Chapter 10 89Routine Maintenancez A white stripe exists on any of the printed patterns.(1) Select <Also B> and press [OK].The cleaning confirma

90 Chapter 10Routine MaintenanceFINE Cartridge CleaningIf missing lines or white stripes are found in the printed nozzle check pattern, proceed with a

Chapter 10 91Routine MaintenanceFINE Cartridge Deep CleaningIf the print quality does not improve after a standard FINE Cartridge Cleaning, try FINE

92 Chapter 10Routine MaintenanceAligning The FINE CartridgeIf ruled lines are misaligned or a printout is unsatisfactory, FINE Cartridge Alignment is

Chapter 10 93Routine Maintenance3 Align the FINE Cartridge.(1) Beginning from column A on the printout, enter the checkmarks in the patterns that hav

94 Chapter 10Routine MaintenanceCleaning Your MachineThis section describes the necessary cleaning procedures for your machine. Cleaning The Platen G

Chapter 10 95Routine Maintenance Cleaning The RollerClean the paper feed rollers if paper is not fed properly. Cleaning the paper feed rollers will

96 Chapter 10Routine Maintenance Cleaning The Bottom PlateIf the printed paper is smudged, the inside of the machine may be dirty. Periodic cleaning

Chapter 10 97Routine Maintenance4 Start Bottom Plate Cleaning.(1) Display the Maintenance screen.(2) Use [ ] or [ ] to select <Bottom plate cleani