Canon MP980 User Manual

Make sure to read this manual before using the machine. Please keep it in hand for future reference.

MP980

Getting Started

=Read Me First=

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Symbols■

The following symbols are used to mark important instructions. Observe these instructions.

Instructions that, if ignored, could result in personal injury or material damage.

Instructions that must be observed for safe operation.

Additional explanations.

Descriptions for operations that take some time to complete.

Model Number: K10327(MP980)

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Windows Vista is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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

Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certication mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

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Contents

Unlock the Scanning Unit (Cover)

Align the Print Head

After Installing the Machine

Loading Paper

Setup the Machine and the Computer

Conrming the Setup Flow

Install the Ink Tanks

Install the Print Head

Turn the Power On

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(B)

(C)

(A)

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Unlock the Scanning Unit (Cover)

Fi rs t , c h e c k t h e i n c l u d e d i te ms

Manuals

Setup CD-ROM (containing the drivers, applications and on-screen manuals)

Warranty

MP-101 paper (for Automatic Print Head Alignment)

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Close the Document Cover (B).

Open the Document Cover (B).

Move the Scanner Lock Switch (C) towards the
release mark to unlock the Scanning Unit (Cover).

Before turning on the machine, remove all the orange
tapes and the protective sheets.

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Open the Paper Output
Tray with your hands, and
take out the Print Head.

The Print Head is placed
inside of the Paper Output
Tray (A).

A USB cable is necessary to connect the machine with your computer.•

ink tank

Print Head

power cord

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(2)

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

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Turn the Power On

Do NOT connect the USB cable at this
stage.

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Plug in the power cord on the left
side at the back of the machine and
connect the other end to the wall
outlet.

Open the Operation Panel (A), then press the ON button (B)
to turn on the machine.

Make sure that the Document Cover (C) is closed.

If an unintended language is displayed on the LCD, press the Back button on the Operation Panel to return to the
Language selection screen.

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Use the { or } button (D) on the
Operation Panel to select the language
for the LCD, then press the OK button.
The standby screen is displayed.

The machine may make some operating noises. This is normal operation.•

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(E)

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

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Install the Print Head

Raise the Print Head Lock Lever (E).Open the Paper Output Tray (A), then lift the

Scanning Unit (Cover) (B) until it locks into place.

The Scanning Unit (Cover) (B) is fixed automatically.
The Print Head Holder (C) comes out. (This is where
you install the Print Head.)

For your safety, always grip as illustrated.

Close the Document Cover (D) and lift it with the
Scanning Unit (Cover).

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Firmly raise the Print Head Lock Lever until it stops. (The
Print Head Lock Lever may feel heavy.)

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If the Print Head Holder does not move, make sure that the
machine is turned on.

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Do not handle the Print Head
roughly such as applying them
excessive pressure or dropping
them.

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The Print Head Holder makes a noise as it moves.
This is normal operation.

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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 (E) completely.

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.

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Do not knock the Print Head against the sides of the Holder.

Be sure to install it in a well-lit environment.

Pinch the Print Head Lock Lever rmly and lower it gently.

Once you have installed the Print Head, do not remove it unnecessarily.

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(2)

(A)

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Install the Ink Tanks

Do not hold the sides of the ink tank; ink may splash.•

Pull the orange tape (1) in the direction of the
arrow to peel off the protective film and remove
the film (2) completely.

If the Print Head Holder moves to the right,
close and reopen the Scanning Unit (Cover).

Be sure to use the supplied ink tanks.

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Do not handle the ink tanks roughly such
as applying them excessive pressure or
dropping them.

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While pressing down with your left thumb, twist
off the orange protective cap (A) located on the
bottom of the ink tank.

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(B)

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Install all the other ink tanks in the same
way.

Install all the ink tanks.

Close the Scanning Unit (Cover) (B).

Wait until the screen above appears (about 6
minutes) and go to the next step.

The machine may make some operating noises
when preparing to print. This is normal operation.

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Once you have installed the ink tanks, do not
remove them unnecessarily.

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Make sure all the Ink lamp lights red.•

For your safety, always grip as illustrated.•

If an error message is displayed on the LCD, make
sure that the Print Head and the ink tanks are correctly
installed.

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Press the PUSH mark on the ink tank until
it clicks into place.

Make sure the Ink lamp lights red.

In st a l l t h e I n k Ta n k

Be sure to install it in a well-lit environment.•

Match the labels when installing.•

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(A)

(B)

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Align the Print Head

Align the Print Head for better print results.
This takes about 7 minutes.

Use a sheet of supplied speciality paper
(MP-101) for alignment.

Make sure that the Output Tray Extension (B) is
extended.

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Open the Paper Support (A) and pull it out. Move the Paper Guides (C) to both edges.

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(D)

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Confirm the message on the LCD (E) and press the OK
button.

Print Head Alignment takes about 7 minutes to complete.
Wait until the pattern is printed, then go to the next step.

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Load a sheet of supplied speciality paper (MP-101) in the Rear Tray (D).

For details, refer to "22 Loading Paper" on page 58.•

Be sure to use the supplied speciality paper (MP-101) for Automatic Print Head
Alignment.

MP-101 cannot be fed from the Cassette. Load it in the Rear Tray.

MP-101 has the front and back sides. Load it with the whiter side facing up.

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For details on media sizes and types you can use, refer to
"Loading Paper" in the on-screen manual: Basic Guide.

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(F)

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Make sure that a pattern similar to the one shown in the
illustration is printed.

When an error message is displayed on the LCD, refer to "An
Error Message Is Displayed on the LCD" in "Troubleshooting"
in the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide.

The pattern is printed in black and blue.

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For details, refer to "22 Loading Paper" on page 58.

Close the Paper Output Tray to make it easier to pull out the Cassette.

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Confirm the message on the LCD (E), then load plain paper into the Cassette (F) and
press the OK button.

The standby screen is displayed on the LCD.

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Confirming the Setup Flow

Confirming Yo u r C o n n e c t i o n Type■

Before starting setup, decide on the most suitable connection method for the machine.
This machine can be used over a wireless or wired LAN, as well as via USB connection.

Wireless LANUSB

Wired LAN

Before connecting the machine to the network, conrm that conguration of the computer and network devices (router,

access point, etc.) is complete, and that the computer can connect to the network. For the procedures to connect a
network device to the computer and set them up, refer to the manual of your network device or contact its manufacturer.

The machine cannot be used over a wired and wireless LAN at the same time.

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Router

Access point

LAN cable

USB cable

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Quit all running applications before installation.

Log into a user account with the administrator privilege.

Do not switch user accounts during installation.

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.

Since Mac OS 9, Mac OS X Classic environments, Mac OS X v.10.3.8 or earlier
are not supported.

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Preparation for Setup■

Ad-hoc mode is not supported.

If you connect to a network that is not protected with security measures, there is
a risk of disclosing data such as your personal information to a third party.

The machine may communicate with other access points used in the vicinity.

The machine supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) and WCN (Windows
Connect Now) in addition to the conventional wireless LAN settings. As for WCN,

"WCN-UFD" that requires a USB ash drive is supported.

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Notes on Wireless LAN Connection□

A router and LAN cable are required to connect the machine to a wired LAN.
These must be purchased separately.

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Note on Wired LAN Connection□

To use the machine by connecting it to a computer, software including the drivers needs to be copied (installed) to the computer's hard disk, and setting configured
according to the connection method. In addition, configure the machine's LAN settings to connect to the network. Read the following carefully before starting setup.

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.

Notes on Setup□

Before connecting the machine to the network, conrm that conguration of the

computer and network devices (router, access point, etc.) complete, and that the
computer can connect to the network.

For information on how to conrm the settings of the access point, refer to your

access point's instruction manual or contact its manufacturer. For example,

Disable Stealth (closed network) function
Confirm MAC address
Disable the access point's IP address

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Notes on Network Connection□

The conguration, router functions, setup procedures and security functions of

the network device vary depending on your environment. For details, refer to your
device’s instruction manual or contact its manufacturer.

If the rewall function of your security software is turned on the warning message

may appear that Canon software is attempting to access the network.
If the warning message appears, set the security software to always allow access.

In an ofce setup, consult your network administrator.

If a screen not specied in the procedure or an error message appears during

setup, refer to “5 The following screen is displayed during setup” in the printed
manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting.

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Which connection method
do you intend to use?

USB

Setup Flow■

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(P.19)

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(P.40)

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(P.47)

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(P.31)

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(P.23)

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(P.14)

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(P.34)

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(P.47)

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(P.42)

2 1

(P.53)

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(P.15)

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(P.31)

2 0

(P.50)

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(P.28)

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(P.28)

1 3

(P.31)

1 4

(P.34)

1 8

(P.46)

1 9

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Is this your rst time

connecting the machine
to the network?

Network

Yes

No

Wired LAN

Wireless LAN

1 2

(P.28)

To set up an additional computer

USB

WPS

WCN

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(A)

Use the Easy-Scroll Wheel (A) or the

[

or ] button to select Settings, then

press the OK button.

Select Device
settings, then press
the OK button.

Select LAN settings,
then press the OK
button.

Select Change
wireless/wired, then
press the OK button.

Select either to the
connection method,
then press the OK
button.

Setup the Machine and the Computer

Machine's LAN Setting

Next, read "Install the Software" !

Windows

Macintosh

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Click Cancel to quit the screen.

Proceed from .

Remove the USB cable connected to
your computer.

(A)

The screen may close. In this case, proceed
from .

Install the Software

Setup the Machine and the Computer

Windows

Turn on the computer, then insert the
Setup CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.

Operating noise continues for about
30 seconds until the machine turns off.
Make sure that the POWER lamp (B)

stops ashing.

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Press the ON button (A) to TURN
OFF THE MACHINE.

The setup program should run automatically.

If the program does not start
automatically, double-click the CD­ROM icon on the computer. When the
CD-ROM contents appear, double-click
MSETUP4.EXE.

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If the Found New Hardware or Found New
Hardware Wizard screen appears:

(B)

Windows Vista

Windows XP/
2000

Go to Step .

Go to Step .

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Windows Vista Windows Vista

AutoPlay screen appears,
click Run Msetup4.exe.

User Account Control screen
appears, click Continue.

If the same screen reappears in
subsequent steps, click Continue.

Click Easy Install.

The drivers, application software, and on-screen manuals are installed automatically.

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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USB

Wired LAN

(P.28)

Wireless LAN

Additional
Computer

(P.18)

(P.19)

(P.23)

(P.28)

(P.28)

Go to either of the following procedures
according to your connection method!

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1 2

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Windows

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Read the License Agreement screen
carefully and click Yes.

Installation starts.

Follow any on-screen instructions to install
the software.

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Click Install.

Move the cursor over items to display
explanations.

WPS

WCN

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USB

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Windows

When the Printer Connection screen appears, connect the machine to the computer with a
USB cable, then turn on the machine.

USB Connection

Setup the Machine and the Computer

Next, read "13 Information" on page 31!

When the machine is recognized by the computer, a message appears on the screen.

If you cannot go to the next procedure after 10 minutes, click Help and conrm the message.

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The USB port is located on the right side at the back of the machine.•

On the Setup Method screen, select Use the
printer via USB, then click Next.

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First-time Setup for Use over Wired LAN

Setup the Machine and the Computer

Set the machine's LAN setting to Wired LAN active beforehand. For
details, refer to “7 Machine's LAN Setting” on page 14.

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When a confirmation screen for the machine's LAN setting appears, click

OK.

Windows

Confirm that USB Cable and LAN Cable are Ready.

Pr ep a r e C a b l e s

On the Setup Method screen, select Connect printer to the
network for the first time, then click Next.

USB Cable LAN Cable

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USB

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When the Printer Connection screen appears, connect the machine to the computer with
a USB cable, then turn on the machine.

Set up the machine over a USB connection until the network connection is complete.

When the Setup Preparations dialog box appears,
confirm that preparation is complete, then click Next.

The machine is recognized by the computer, then message appears on the screen.

If you cannot go to the next procedure after 10 minutes, click Help and conrm the message.

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The USB port is located on the right side at the back of the machine.•