Canon PIXMA MP500 User Manual

Quick Start Guide

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

Selecting the Language for the LCD 1

Preparing the Machine 2

Installing the MP Drivers 3

Loading Printing Paper 4

Printing from Your Computer 5

Scanning Images 7

Copying 8

Printing from a Memory Card 9

Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device 12

Replacing an Ink Tank 16

Reading the On-screen Manuals 18

QT5-0456-V01

Exif Print

This machine supports ExifPrint. 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 le matériel brouilleur NMB003 d'Industrie Canada intitulée « Appareils numériques ».

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 program 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

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:

AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz

About Consumables

Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are available for 5 years after production has stopped.

Safety Precautions

Warning

z Never attempt to plug the power cord into the power outlet or unplug the power cord when your hands are wet. z Never damage, modify, stretch, or excessively bend or twist the power cord. Do not place heavy objects on the

power cord.

z 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.

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

Caution

z For safety reasons, store ink tanks out of the reach of small children. z Do not drop or shake ink tanks as this may cause the ink to leak out and stain your clothes and hands.

Also read the Safety Precautions in the User’s Guide on-screen manual. Observe the warnings and cautions to avoid personal injury or damage to the machine.

Model Number: K10281 (MP510)

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Canon MP510.

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

Warning

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.

Caution

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.

Important

Instructions that must be observed for safe operation.

Trademark Notices

z “Windows” and “Internet Explorer” are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation, registered in the United

States and other countries.

z “Macintosh” and “Mac” are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other

countries.

z “Adobe” and “Adobe RGB (1998)” are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems

Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

z “SmartMedia” is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation.

z “MEMORY STICK”, “Memory Stick PRO”, “MEMORY STICK Duo” and “Memory Stick Pro Duo” are

trademarks of Sony Corporation.

z “xD-Picture Card” is a trademark of Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd.

z “MultiMediaCard” is a trademark of Infineon Technologies AG.

z “SD Secure Digital memory card” and “miniSD Card” are trademarks of SD Association.

Selecting the Language for the LCD

1 Press the COPY button, wait for 5 seconds, and then press the MENU button.

2 Press the ] button once, then press the OK button.

3 Press the ] button once, then press the OK button.

4 Press the } button three times, then press the OK button.

If the Bluetooth Unit is connected, press the } button four times, then press the OK button.

5 Use the { or } button to select the language you want to be displayed, then press

the OK button.

1Introduction

Preparing the Machine

Be sure to read your setup sheet first for setting up your machine and getting it ready for use.

Unpack the machine

Please confirm the included items against the illustration printed on the lid of the packing box.

Important

z Do not connect the USB cable until after the software is installed. z A USB cable is necessary to connect the machine with your computer.

1 Turn on the machine.

Caution

Be sure to remove the tapes before you turn on the machine.

Note

z The tape position is subject to change. z Plug the power cord all the way in, since it may be difficult to plug. z If you have an undesired language, see “Selecting the Language for the LCD” on page 1.

2 Install the Print Head.

Caution

Do not touch internal parts other than the Print Head Lock Lever.

Important

If the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) is open for more than 10 minutes, the Print Head Holder moves to the right side. In this case, close the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover), and open it again.

Note

z There might 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.

z Do not reattach the protective cap once it has been removed.

3 Install the ink tanks.

Important

z Make sure that all the ink tanks are installed in the correct position, matching the label. The

machine cannot be used unless all the ink tanks are installed.

z Wait for about 2 minutes, until the machine has stopped making operating noises, before

proceeding.

Note

z Be sure to remove the clear film from the ink tank in the exact order as shown in step 3 of your

setup sheet.

z Do not squeeze the side of ink tanks as this may cause the ink to leak out and stain your clothes

and hands.

z Do not reattach the protective cap once you have removed it. z An error message will be displayed on the LCD if an ink tank is not installed properly. Open the

Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) and make sure that position of all the ink tanks match the label.

2 Preparing the Machine

Installing the MP Drivers

 Information Common to Windows® and Macintosh

Notes on the Installation Process

z If the Select Language screen appears, select a language, then click Next.

z If the Select Your Place of Residence screen appears, select your place of residence, then

click Next.

z There are two ways of installing the MP Drivers and other software:

Easy Install: the items included on the Custom Install: you can select particular items to install

z When the User Registration screen appears, click Register. If your computer is connected

to the Internet, the on-screen instructions to register your product will appear.

Setup CD-ROM are installed automatically

 Information for Windows

Note

z When installing the MP Drivers in Windows XP or Windows 2000, log on to the system as a

member of the Administrators group.

z Before installing the drivers, disable all anti-virus

programs and automatically loading programs.

z If the following screen appears automatically, remove

the USB cable connected to your computer. Next, click Cancel to quit the screen and turn off the machine. Then start the installation process again. For details on the installation process, refer to your setup sheet.

z To install Adobe® RGB (1998), click Custom Install and

follow the instruction on the screen.

z Adobe RGB (1998) cannot be installed in Windows Me

and Windows 98.

z When a message asking for your confirmation to restart

your computer appears during the installation process, click OK. The system is restarted automatically.

z If the connection is not recognized, refer to “Cannot

Install the MP Drivers” in the User’s Guide on-screen

manual

 Information for Macintosh

Note

z Before installing the MP Drivers, disable all anti-virus programs and automatically loading

programs or remove them from your system folder.

z To install the User’s Guide on-screen manual in a language other than the installed one,

double-click the Manual folder in Setup CD-ROM, Canon folder, and then copy a language folder to your hard disk.

3Installing the MP Drivers

Loading Printing Paper

You can load A4, Letter, or B5-sized plain paper in the Front Feeder. You cannot load any other paper in the Front Feeder. For information on loading paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder, refer to the User's Guide on-screen manual.

Important

z If you cut plain paper to 4" x 6" / 101.6 x 152.4 mm, 5" x 7" / 127.0 x 177.8 mm, or 2.13" x 3.39" / 54.0 x

86.0 mm (credit card-size) for a trial print, it can cause paper jams.

z Always load paper in portrait orientation. Loading paper in landscape orientation can cause the paper

to be jammed.

1 Open the Front Feeder (A).

2 Extend the Paper Output Support

(B).

3 Press the Paper Feed Switch

(B) (A)

4 Set the position of the Paper Thickness Lever (E) to the left.

5 Load the paper in the Front Feeder with

the print side facing DOWN, aligning the paper stack against the right edge of the Front Feeder.

Do not load higher than the Load Limit Mark (A).

(C)

(A)

6 Align the edge of the paper with the Paper

Size Mark (B).

7 Pinch the paper guide (C) and slide it

against the left side of the loaded paper stack.

(C)

(D)(E)

(B)

4 Loading Printing Paper

Printing from Your Computer

This section describes the procedure for basic printing.

Printing with Windows

Turn on the machine and load the paper in the machine.

2 Make sure that the proper paper source is selected.

3 Create a document or open a file to print using an appropriate application software.

4 Select Print on the application software’s File

menu.

5 Make sure that Canon MP510 Printer is

selected, and click Preferences (or

Properties).

6 Specify the required settings and click OK.

Make sure that Paper Feed Switch is selected in Paper Source.

Note

z If you select Front for Plain Paper, the machine

will automatically switch to the Front Feeder when Plain Paper is specified for Media Type. You cannot load paper other than A4, Letter, or B5-sized plain paper in the Front Feeder.

z For details on other printer driver functions, click

Help or Instructions to view the online help or the

Printer Driver Guide on-screen manual.

Instructions is only displayed when the on-screen manuals are installed.

7 Click Print (or OK).

5Printing from Your Computer

Printing with Macintosh

Turn on the machine and load the paper in the machine.

2 Make sure that the proper paper source is selected.

3 Create a document or open a file to print using an appropriate application software.

4 Select Page Setup on the application

software’s File menu.

5 Confirm that MP510 is selected in Format

for.

6 Select the desired paper size in Paper Size.

7 Click OK.

8 Select Print on the application software’s

File menu.

9 Select Quality & Media in the pop-up

menu.

10 Specify the required settings.

Make sure that Paper Feed Switch is selected in Paper Source.

Note

z If you select Front for Plain Paper, the machine

will automatically switch to the Front Feeder when Plain Paper is specified for Media Type. You cannot load paper other than A4, Letter, or B5-sized plain paper in the Front Feeder.

z For details on other printer driver functions, click

to view the Printer Driver Guide on-screen

manual

. If the on-screen manuals are not installed,

the Printer Driver Guide on-screen manual is not displayed even if is clicked.

11 Click Print.

6 Printing from Your Computer

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