Canon IP5200 quick start Windows XP and Windows, Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box

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Troubleshooting

Problem

Possible Cause

Try This

Printed Surface is

Thick paper is used

Select the Prevent paper abrasion check box to widen the clearance between

Scratched/Back of

 

the Print Head and the loaded paper.

Paper is Smudged

 

 

 

 

Clear the Prevent paper abrasion check box once printing is

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

complete.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Open the printer properties dialog box.

 

 

2. Click the Maintenance tab and then Custom Settings.

 

 

 

 

 

In Windows XP and Windows 2000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When not logged on as a computer administrator or

 

 

 

 

 

Administrators, you cannot open the Custom Settings dialog

 

 

 

 

 

box.

 

 

 

 

 

For further information on how to log on as an administrator,

 

 

 

 

 

refer to your Windows documentation.

 

 

3. Select the Prevent paper abrasion check box and click Send.

 

 

Click OK when the confirmation message appears.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box.

 

 

2. Select Custom Settings from the pop-up menu.

 

 

3. Select the Prevent paper abrasion check box.

 

 

When the Prevent paper abrasion check box is selected in the printer

 

 

properties dialog box (Windows) or selected from Custom Settings in the

 

 

Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box (Macintosh), the setting is also applied

 

 

under direct printing with the digital camera.

 

 

 

 

 

Paper abrasion can be prevented by pressing the RESUME/

 

 

 

 

 

CANCEL button on the printer. With the printer on, hold down the

 

 

 

 

 

RESUME/CANCEL button until the POWER lamp flashes green

 

 

 

 

 

seven times, and then release the button. To cancel the setting,

 

 

 

 

 

turn off the printer.

 

 

 

 

Media is curled

If the paper is curled, it may become marked or not feed properly. Use paper

 

 

after correcting paper curl as follows.

 

 

1. Place the paper on a flat surface with the print side*1 face up, then cover it

 

 

with plain regular paper to avoid damaging the surface.

 

 

2. Roll up the paper in the opposite direction as shown in the figure below.

(1)

(2)

*1

3.Check the printing paper if paper curl is corrected within approximately 2 to 5 mm / 0.08 to 0.2 in*2.

It is recommended to print the curl-corrected paper one sheet at a time.

*1

*2

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Contents Photo Printer Series Quick Start GuideGetting Help from Canon Photo Printer Quick Start Guide Copyright Contents Turning on the Printer Press the Power buttonBasic Printing About the Power Plug To turn off the printer, press the Power buttonTurning off the Printer „ Print Media to Avoid Loading PaperNon-Canon branded paper „ Using the Auto Sheet Feeder and the Cassette Basic Printing Flatten the four corners of the paper before loading it „ Loading Plain Paper in the Auto Sheet FeederPrepare to load paper Auto Sheet Feeder LampLoad Limit Mark Basic Printing Load the paper„ Loading Envelopes PortraitLandscape „ Loading Other Small-Sized Paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder„ Loading Plain Paper in the Cassette Basic Printing Adjust the size of the Cassette Basic Printing Load the paper. Print side facing Down Prepare the Paper Output Tray Basic Printing Insert the Cassette into the printerCassette LampAgainst the right side „ Loading 4 x 6 or 5 x 7-Sized Paper in the Cassette See Using Specialty Media on „ Photo Quality Media Using Specialty MediaDocuments Cassette For Media Type „ Canon Specialty MediaTurn on the printer Printing with WindowsLoad the paper in the printer Ensure that the proper paper source is selectedBasic Printing Open the printer properties dialog box Specify the required settingsProperties Paper SourcePrint the document Load the paper on the printer Printing with MacintoshSelect Paper Size Basic Printing Press the RESUME/CANCEL button while printing Canceling PrintingBasic Printing Print the document Double-click the printer name displayed in the Name list Select Edit Printer List from the Printer pop-up menuSelect the desired document, then click Delete icon Advanced Printing Advanced PrintingSet up the printer Turn on the printer „ Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant DevicePage Advanced Printing About Paper size and Paper type About the Image Data Format for PrintingExif2.21 compliant About Image optimize About Layout and TrimmingAbout Date/File No. print Other Settings Your application, select the command to print a document Accessing the Printer Driver WindowsSelect the icon of your printer „ Easy-PhotoPrint Windows/Macintosh Using the Bundled Software„ PhotoRecord Windows „ Easy-WebPrint WindowsReplacing an Ink Tank Printing MaintenanceInk Level Indication on the Printer „ Getting the Ink Level InformationInk Level Indication on the PC RepeatsPrinting Maintenance „ Knowing When to Replace Ink Tanks Printing Maintenance Open the Top Cover „ Replacing Ink TanksRemove the ink tank whose lamp is flashing fast Printing Maintenance Prepare a replacement tank Printing Maintenance Insert the ink tank Printing Maintenance Close the Inner Cover and the Top Cover Step When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors are Incorrect„ Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Printing the Nozzle Check PatternPrinting the Nozzle Check Pattern Without a Computer Click Nozzle Check Printing Maintenance Print the Nozzle Check PatternExamine the pattern and take the appropriate action Open the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog boxConfirm the printed nozzle check pattern „ Examining the Nozzle Check PatternSee Print Head Cleaning on Cleaning the Print Head Without a Computer Print Head CleaningPrinting Maintenance Start Print Head Cleaning Ensure that the printer is on Printing Maintenance Start Print Head Deep Cleaning Print Head Deep CleaningClick Deep Cleaning See Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern on Printing Maintenance Ensure that the printer is on Printing Maintenance Print the pattern Aligning the Print HeadAligning the Print Head Without a Computer Click Print Head AlignmentCheck the printed pattern Read the message and click Print Head Alignment Printing Maintenance Check the printed pattern When an Error Occurs TroubleshootingReinstall the printer driver Cannot Install the Printer DriverClick Start Over on the Installation CD-ROM iconCannot Connect to PC Properly Setting Print Results Not Satisfactory or Contains ErrorsPaper is Smudged Paper feed roller is Clean the paper feed roller DirtyWith Borderless Printing Inside of the printer isOpen the Canon IJ Printer Utility dialog box Windows XP and WindowsCorrect Incorrect Troubleshooting Printer HardwareSelect Cancel All Documents in the Printer menu Click the Maintenance tab and then View Printer StatusOn the Page Setup tab, click Print Options Click Display Print QueuePaper Does Not Feed Properly Paper Jams Paper JamsIs pressed PowerPaper is fed and the jammed paper is ejected accordingly Removing the paper, contact the Customer Care CenterProblem Possible Cause Paper jams inside the printer Duplex Transport Section Handling Error Messages Without receiving a Be recognized Off Install the appropriate ink tankResponse from Digital camera/The Device Digital camera orUninstall An Error Message Appears on the ScreenPrinters and Faxes Printer List opens Cannot Print Properly from the Digital Camera Hardware Error/No ink Same color are installedLow ink level It is about time to replace Ink tank with a new oneTroubleshooting Appendix Digital Camera Setting Media TypeMedia Types for Digital Camera Appendix Maximum resolution dpi Print speed SpecificationsPrinter Camera Direct Print Canon Bubble Jet Direct Camera Direct Print PictBridge Additional System Requirements for On-screen Manuals Canon IJ Printer Driver System RequirementsUSB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface*1 OS Windows XP / WindowsSafety Precautions Close to a heating source ServiceDo not place the printer on a thick rug or carpet Do not place the printer with its back attached to the wallColor Printer Model K10252 Regulatory InformationCanon U.S.A., INC. Limited Warranty --- USA Only USA Canon U.S.A., Inc One Canon Plaza Lake Success, NYIndex IndexPrinting Photographs Directly from a PictBridge Compliant Printing Photographs Directly from a Canon Bubble JetPage Page Ordering Information Canon Inc Canon U.S.A., IncCanon Canada, Inc Canon Latin America, Inc

IP5200 specifications

The Canon IP5200 is an inkjet printer that has garnered attention for its versatile printing capabilities and high-quality output. Designed primarily for home and small office use, the IP5200 features several key characteristics that make it a reliable choice for users seeking both efficiency and exceptional print quality.

One of the standout features of the Canon IP5200 is its ability to produce prints at impressive speeds. It can deliver color prints at a rate of approximately 25 pages per minute and monochrome prints at around 30 pages per minute, allowing users to complete printing tasks quickly. This speed is complemented by Canon's FINE (Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) technology, which ensures precise ink placement for sharp text and vivid colors.

The printer is equipped with a five-color individual ink system, meaning users only need to replace specific ink cartridges as needed, helping to reduce waste. The Canon IP5200 uses ChromaLife100 technology, which enhances the longevity of printed photos, ensuring that they resist fading over time when stored properly. This characteristic makes it a suitable choice for those who frequently print photographs.

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The interface of the Canon IP5200 offers connectivity options that enhance its usability, including USB and PictBridge support. PictBridge allows users to print directly from compatible digital cameras without the need for a computer, streamlining the workflow for photographers.

The Canon IP5200 is compact and user-friendly, with a straightforward control panel that simplifies the printing process. Its sleek design means that it can fit easily into a variety of workspaces without taking up excessive space.

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