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Printing Maintenance

Print Head Cleaning

If missing lines or white stripes are found in the printed nozzle check pattern, perform Print Head cleaning to unclog the Print Head Nozzles. Cleaning the Print Head consumes ink, so perform Print Head cleaning only when necessary.

Note If you pressed the Cleaning button on the Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern screen displayed after nozzle check pattern printing, start the Print Head cleaning procedure from 3-(3).

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Ensure that the printer is turned on.

Open the Printer Properties dialog box.

See "Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box Directly from the Start Menu" on page 14.

3Start Print Head Cleaning.

(1) Click the Maintenance tab.

(2) Click Cleaning.

(3)When the confirmation message is displayed, click OK.

Important Do not perform any other operations until the Print Head cleaning finishes. This takes about 40-50 seconds.

(4)If you want to print the nozzle check pattern, click Print Check Pattern. Otherwise, click Cancel to finish.

See "Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern" on page 29.

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Contents Quick Start Guide Getting Help from Canon Photo Printer Quick Start Guide Copyright Contents Basic Printing Press the Power buttonTurning on the Printer Flatten the four corners of the paper before loading it Loading Paper„ Print Media to Avoid „ Loading PaperLoad the paper „ Loading the Plain PaperBasic Printing Prepare to load paper „ Loading the Envelopes Select 4 x 6 in in Page Size „ Loading the 4 x 6 size papersDocuments Using Speciality Media„ Photo Quality Media For Media Type „ Canon Speciality MediaClick Preferences or Properties Printing with WindowsClick Media Type to select the media loaded in the printer Basic Printing Specify the required settingsPrint the document Create a document or open a file to print Select Paper Size Printing with MacintoshSelect Quality & Media Press the RESUME/CANCEL button while printing Canceling PrintingSelect the Canon Pixma iP1500 icon Accessing Printer DriverYour application, select the command to print a document Advanced PrintingPaper and Ink Adjusting Print Quality for PhotographsPrinter Driver Settings Open the Printer Properties dialog box To manually adjust Print Quality settingsTo automatically optimize the image To use Vivid Photo option Advanced Printing Click OKTo reduce noise from images captured with a digital camera Click Add to Profiles Click the Profiles tab Enter new settings in ProfilesClick OK Click OK on the Profiles tab Advanced Printing Open the Print dialog box „ PhotoRecord Windows Using the Bundle Software„ Easy-PhotoPrint Windows*/Macintosh Start Easy-PhotoPrint Printing Borderless PhotographsAdvanced Printing Select photographs Print tab Select Borderless full Advanced Printing Select the paperSelect the layout Selection tabPrinting Maintenance When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors are IncorrectClick Print Check Pattern Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern„ Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Print the Nozzle Check PatternClick Nozzle Check See Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern on„ Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Printing Maintenance Start Print Head Cleaning Print Head CleaningSelect Cleaning from the pop-up menu If the problem remains, try Print Head deep cleaning Start Print Head Deep Cleaning Print Head Deep CleaningPrinting Maintenance Printing Maintenance Start Print Head Deep Cleaning Print the pattern Aligning the Print HeadPrinting Maintenance Align the Print Head Click OK Pattern will be printed Less noticeable white stripes More noticeable white stripes Remove the empty ink tank Prepare a replacement ink tankReplacing an Ink Tank „ Replacing an Ink TankClose the Front Cover Insert the ink tankSelect the replaced ink tank, and click OK „ Resetting the Ink CounterCheck the message, and click Yes Resetting the Ink Counter in Printer Properties dialog box Printing Maintenance Reset the Ink Counter Low Ink Warning Display „ How Low Ink Warning Setting WorksHow to Display Low Ink Warning Correctly When an Error Occurs TroubleshootingProblem Possible Cause Try This Cannot Install the Printer DriverSee Insert the ink tank. on Print Quality is Poor or Contains ErrorsSee Media Types Suitable for Borderless Printing on Documents in the Printer menu Troubleshooting Printer HardwarePaper Does Not Feed Properly Click Roller CleaningNumber Flashes Possible Cause Try This Handling Error MessagesPrinter List An Error Message Appears on the ScreenSee Resetting the Ink Counter on Close the Chooser Installing the Printer Driver when using Mac OSAppendix Page User’s Guide Table of Contents Printer SpecificationsAdditional Systems Requirements for Electric Manual BJ Printer Driver Systems RequirementsPrinter Safety PrecautionsClose to a heating source Color Printer Model K10240 Regulatory InformationCanon U.S.A., INC. Limited Warranty --- USA Only USA Index Index10, 15 Index Index Ordering Information Canon Latin America, Inc Canon U.S.A., IncCanon Inc Canon Canada, Inc

IP1500 specifications

The Canon IP1500 is a compact and efficient inkjet printer that was introduced to cater to the needs of home users and small offices. Known for its reliability and print quality, it embraces a range of features and technologies that make it a solid choice for everyday printing tasks.

One of the standout features of the Canon IP1500 is its high-resolution printing capability. With a maximum color resolution of up to 4800 x 1200 dpi (dots per inch), the printer delivers vivid, sharp images with exceptional detail. This makes it particularly appealing for users who require high-quality photo prints. Moreover, the printer utilizes Canon's FINE (Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) technology, which ensures precise ink placement and enhances the overall quality of printed materials.

The Canon IP1500 is equipped with a four-color ink system that utilizes individual ink cartridges for black, cyan, magenta, and yellow. This design is not only cost-effective, but also allows users to replace only the color that runs out, ultimately saving on ink costs. The printer is known for producing high-quality text documents as well, with crisp and clear typography, making it suitable for both personal and professional use.

In terms of speed, the Canon IP1500 can print up to 20 pages per minute (ppm) for black and white documents and approximately 15 ppm for color documents. This efficiency makes it a practical choice for users who need to produce printed materials quickly.

The printer features a compact design, making it easy to fit into tight spaces, which is beneficial for home offices or small workspaces. The user-friendly interface simplifies operation, and most users can easily set up the device within minutes.

Connectivity options include USB support, allowing for a direct connection to computers and laptops. However, the IP1500 does not offer wireless printing capabilities, a factor to consider depending on user requirements.

In summary, the Canon IP1500 stands out due to its impressive print quality, efficient design, and cost-effective ink management. It is a versatile option for those who need reliable printing solutions without the complexity of advanced features found in modern printers. Whether for everyday documents or vibrant photos, the Canon IP1500 continues to be a respected choice in the world of inkjet printing.
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