Canon 550 User Manual

BUBBLE JET PRINTER

Quick Start Guide

Table of Contents

Preface 1

Shipping Materials 1

Introduction 1

Setting Up 2

Preparing the Printer 2

Connecting the Printer to the Computer 2

Installing the Print Head 4

Loading Paper 7

Installing the Printer Driver 8

Aligning the Print Head 12

Basic Operations 16

Printing with Windows 16

Printing with Macintosh 18

Print Head Maintenance 20

Notes on Handling the USB Interface (for Windows Users) 21

For Further Details... 21

QA7-2280-V01

Exif Print

This printer supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant digital camera, the camera’s image data at the time of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints.

Canadian Radio Interference Regulations

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from a digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of the Industry Canada.

Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur la matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques,” NMB-003 édicatée par l’Industrie Canada.

International ENERGY STAR® Program

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Canon Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for efficiency.

The International ENERGY STAR that promotes energy saving through the use of computer and other office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business can participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment such as computers, monitors, printers, faxes and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations.

Office Equipment Program is a global program

Power Requirements

Never use a power supply voltage other than that supplied in the country of purchase. Using the incorrect voltage could cause a fire or electric shock. The correct power supply voltages and frequencies are as follows:

Europe AC 230V±10%, 50Hz USA/Canada AC 120V, 60Hz Australia AC 240V, 50Hz

Printer Model: K10220 (i550)

Preface

Shipping Materials

Thank you for purchasing a Canon Bubble Jet Printer. Check that all the following items are in the box. If anything is missing or is damaged, contact your Canon Authorized Dealer or Sales Representative.

 Printer  Setup Software & User’s Guide CD-ROM  Quick Start Guide  Print Head  4 Ink Tanks

* Cables should be purchased separately according to your computer. For details on cable type and

specifications, refer to page 2.

Introduction

This Quick Start Guide uses the following symbols to indicate important information. Always observe the instructions indicated by these symbols.

Instructions that, if ignored, could result in death or serious personal injury caused by incorrect operation of the equipment. These must be observed for safe operation.

Instructions that, if ignored, could result in personal injury or material damage caused by incorrect operation of the equipment. These must be observed for safe operation.

Also read the Safety Precautions in the User’s Guide. Observe the warnings and cautions to avoid personal injury or damage to the printer.

Trademark Notices

•Canon® is a registered trademark of Canon Inc.

•BJ™ is a trademark of Canon Inc.

•Microsoft U.S. and other countries.

• Apple, Mac, Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

• All other trademarks and registered trademarks appearing in this Quick Start Guide are the property of their respective owners.

, Windows® and Windows NT® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the

Setting Up

1 Preparing the Printer

Place the printer on a flat surface.

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Remove the tape and the shipping

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material from the printer as shown.

The tape position is subject to change.

2 Connecting the Printer to the Computer

Use either a USB cable or parallel printer cable. You cannot connect the computer to the printer using both the parallel cable AND the USB cable.

USB cable

• Windows XP, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows 98,

• Mac OS 8.6 or later

Recommended: Canon or other computer manufacturer cable, up to 5 meters in length.

• The USB cable delivers relatively faster printing speeds and is recommended for use with Windows XP, Windows Me, Windows 2000 and Windows 98.

• If your computer has an earth connection, make sure that this is attached.

• If you do not intend to use the printer for a long period of time, unplug the power cord from the power outlet after turning off the printer.

Printer cable (parallel)

• Windows NT 4.0, Windows 95 (Can also be used with Windows XP, Windows Me, Windows 2000 and Windows 98.)

Should conform with Centronics IEEE 1284 and support bi-directional communication. Recommended: Canon or other computer manufacturer cable, up to 2 meters in length.

Figure A

Figure B

Follow the steps below to install the printer driver correctly.

Ensure the printer and the computer are

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switched off.

Connect the cable.

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Figure A shows the USB cable connection and Figure B shows the printer cable (parallel) connection.

If the Add New Hardware Wizard or Found New Hardware Wizard screen appears when carrying out the following operations, click Cancel and turn off the computer.

3 Installing the Print Head

• Never attempt to plug the power cord into the power outlet or unplug the power cord when your hands are wet.

• Never damage, modify, stretch, or excessively bend or twist the power cord. Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.

• Never use any power supply other than the standard power supply available in the country of purchase. Using the incorrect voltage and frequency could cause a fire or electric shock.

• Always push the plug all the way into the power outlet.

 Installing the Print Head

Plug the printer in.

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Turn on the printer. Do NOT turn on the

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computer yet.

The POWER lamp flashes and the printer begins to operate. Wait until the POWER lamp remains fully lit.

Open the front cover.

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Remove the tape.

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Raise the lock lever.

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Do not touch internal parts other than the lock lever.

Remove the protective cap from the

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print head.

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print head holder

print head

• Do not touch the print head nozzles or electrical contacts.

• Do not attempt to reattach the protective cap once it has been removed.

Place the print head in the holder.

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Lock the print head into place by

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nozzles

electrical contacts

lowering the lever.

Do not touch the lock lever once the print head has been installed.

 Installing the Ink Tanks

• For safety reasons, store ink tanks out of the reach of small children.

Take out the yellow ink tank.

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Pull the orange tape in the direction of

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the arrow and remove the clear film.

protective cap

Hold the ink tank as shown in the

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diagram and remove the protective cap.

ink port

• Do not squeeze the sides of the ink tanks as this may cause the ink to leak out and stain your clothes and hands.

• Do not touch the ink port.

• Do not attempt to reattach the protective cap once it has been removed.

Insert the yellow ink tank into the right-

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hand slot. Press the top until it clicks into place.

Use the same procedure to install the

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other ink tanks in their appropriate slots.

Black Cyan

Magenta

Yellow

Check the labels to make sure that each tank is in the correct position.

• Only install the ink tanks in the positions specified by the labels.

• If ink tanks are not installed in the right position, colors will not be printed correctly. Immediately reinstall the tank in the correct position and carry out print head cleaning. For details, refer to the User’s Guide.

Close the front cover.

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Wait until the POWER lamp remains fully lit (about 60 seconds).

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