Canon Inkjet Photo All-In-One series Getting Started Read Me First Symbols Used in This Document Prohibited actions. Instructions including important information. • In this guide, Windows 7 operating system is referred to as Windows 7 and Windows Vista operating system as Windows Vista. • In this guide, the screens are based on Windows 7 Home Premium and Mac OS X v.10.6.x. (Unless noted otherwise, the screens are those of Windows 7.) Make sure to read this manual before using the machine.
■ Co n t e n t s 1 Preparation.............................................................................P.4 12 Try Using the Machine...........................................................P.45 2 Install the Print Head..............................................................P.7 Print Photos from a Memory Card.................................................... P.46 Try Copying...................................................................................... P.
■ Ma c h i n e I ns t a l l a t i o n F l o w Network Connection USB Connection Software Installation P.18 - 23 Wireless Connection Wired Connection (when the machine is already connected to the network and you want to add computers from which to use the machine) Machine Preparation P.3 - 17 Machine Wireless Setup P.18, 24 - 31 Machine Wired Setup P.18, 32 - 34 Software Installation P.35 - 43 Installation Complete Try Using the Machine Using from Additional Computers Software Installation P.
This machine contains both printed manuals and on-screen manuals to be viewed on a computer. The on-screen manuals are included on the Setup CD-ROM and are installed during the software installation. P r i n t e d Manuals On-Screen Manuals • G e t t i n g S t a r t ed (this manual) •Network Setup Tr o u b l e s h o o t ing Describes how to set up and use your machine. Introduces the machine and its functions, the included manuals and application software.
■ De v i c e s R e q u i r e d f o r W i r e l ess/Wired Connection When using the machine over a wireless/wired connection, the following devices are required depending on the connection method. Wireless Connection Access point or wireless router A commercial access point or router that supports IEEE802.11b/g/n is required. Wired Connection Router, etc. Ethernet cable A commercial network device (router, etc.) and Ethernet cable are required.
1 2 Preparation 1 A A • Do not install the machine where an object may fall on it. In addition, do not place any object on the top of the machine. It may fall into the machine when opening covers, resulting in malfunction. • Paper Output Tray (A) automatically opens when printing starts. Do not place anything in front of the Paper Output Tray. Remove all orange tape and protective materials from the inside and outside of the machine.
3 4 5 6 E C G B D F Unlock the scanner. 1. Open the Document Cover (B). 2. Move the Scanner Lock Switch (C) towards the release mark to unlock the Scanning Unit (Cover). 3. Close the Document Cover. Make sure that the Document Cover is closed and go to the next step. Insert the power cord into the connector on the left side at the back of the machine and into the wall outlet firmly. • Do NOT connect the USB cable or Ethernet cable at this stage.
7 8 H I Use the { or } button (H) on the Operation Panel to select the language for the LCD, then touch the OK button. When the above screen is displayed, touch the OK button and go to the next step. • If an unintended language is displayed on the LCD, touch the Back button (I) to return to the Language selection screen. When it is necessary to turn off the machine Be sure to follow the procedure below. 1. Press the ON button to turn off the machine. 2. Make sure that the POWER lamp (J) is not lit.
Install the Print Head 2 1 2 B B A C Lift the Scanning Unit (Cover) (A) until it stops. The Print Head Holder (C) moves to the installation position. Close the Document Cover (B) and lift it with the Scanning Unit (Cover). If the Print Head Holder does not move, make sure that the machine is turned on. For details, refer to to on page 5 in “1 Preparation”. Go to the next page.
3 4 5 G F D E Firmly lift the part (D) of the Print Head Lock Lever in the Print Head Holder until it stops. The Print Head Lock Lever may feel heavy. • Do not touch the inside of the Print Head Holder (E). The machine may not print properly if you touch it. Remove the Print Head from the silver package. Remove the orange protective cap. • Handle the Print Head carefully. Do not drop or apply excessive pressure to it. • Do not touch the inside (F) or metal parts (G) of the Print Head.
6 7 Tilt the Print Head forward and set it in place as shown. • Do not knock the Print Head against the sides of the holder. • Install in a well-lit environment. Hold the Print Head Lock Lever firmly and lower it completely. • Once you have installed the Print Head, do not remove it unnecessarily.
2 Install the Ink Tanks 3 1 A 3 B C D 1. Remove the orange tape completely. 2. Remove the protective film completely. Hold the ink tank with the orange protective cap (A) pointing up while being careful not to block the Lshape air hole (B). • Handle the ink tanks carefully. Do not drop or apply excessive pressure to them. • Be sure to use the supplied ink tanks. • If the orange tape remains on the L-shape air hole, ink may splash or the machine may not print properly.
4 5 Tilt the ink tank, then insert it under the label and against the back end of the slot. Press the PUSH mark on the ink tank firmly until it clicks. Make sure that the color of the label matches the ink tank. When the installation is completed properly, the Ink lamp lights red. • Install in a well-lit environment. 6 Install all the other ink tanks in the same way according to the color order indicated on the label. Make sure all the Ink lamps light red.
7 8 F E Close the Scanning Unit (Cover) (E). Make sure the Inner Cover (F) is closed. • For your safety, always close the Scanning Unit (Cover) with both hands. Make sure that the LCD changes as shown in the illustration and go to the next step. Do not touch the OK button yet. • It takes about 5 minutes before the LCD changes. • The machine may make some operating noises when preparing to print. This is normal operation.
Align the Print Head 4 1 2 3 A D C B Prepare the Paper Support (A). 1. Open it. 2. Withdraw it upwards. 3. Tilt it back. Move the Paper Guides (B) to both edges. Load a sheet of supplied specialty paper (Matte Photo Paper MP-101) in the Rear Tray (C). Load paper in portrait orientation so that the cut corner (D) is at the top right. • Be sure to use MP-101 for Print Head Alignment.
4 5 6 F Slide the left and right Paper Guides against both edges of the paper. 7 8 E Make sure the Paper Output Tray (E) is open, then open the Output Tray Extension (F). If printing starts while the Paper Output Tray is closed, it will automatically open. Touch the OK button. Print Head Alignment starts. • Print Head Alignment takes about 4 minutes to complete. When the pattern is printed, remove the printed paper. Print Head Alignment is now complete.
Load Paper 5 With the machine, the paper source varies depending on the media type. Specialty paper including photo paper Load paper in the Rear Tray (A). A □ How to load specialty paper in the Rear Tray 1 This section describes how to load plain paper in the Cassette. For details on how to load specialty paper in the Rear Tray, refer to to in “4 Align the Print Head” on page 13. C B D E Plain paper Load paper in the Cassette (B).
2 3 4 5 G H F Pull out the Cassette (F). Move the left Paper Guide (G) to the edge. Slide the front Paper Guide (H) to align with the actual size of the paper. The front Paper Guide will click and stop when it aligns with the corresponding mark of paper size. 16 5 Load Paper Load plain paper. Load paper with the printing side facing down.
6 7 8 I Align the paper to the right side of the Cassette (1), and slide the left Paper Guide completely against the left edge of the paper (2). Make sure that the height of the paper stack does not exceed the line (I). Insert the Cassette slowly into the machine until it clicks into place. Confirm the message on the LCD, then touch the OK button. The HOME screen appears. • The LCD will turn off if the machine is not operated for about 5 minutes.
Select Connection Method 6 Intended Use • Want to connect to a computer with a USB cable. USB Connection Go to "7 Install the Software (USB Connection)" on page 19. Wireless Connection Go to "8 Wireless Setup" on page 24. Wired Connection Go to "9 Wired Setup" on page 32. • Want to connect to computers without using cables. • Want to use from multiple computers. • Want to use from multiple computers. • Want to connect to a computer with an Ethernet cable.
Install the Software (USB Connection) 7 Do not connect the USB cable yet. • 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. The installation process takes about 20 minutes. (The installation time varies depending on the computer environment or the number of application software to be installed.) • Quit all running applications before installation.
1 3 2 Windows 7/Windows Vista Windows XP A Click Run Msetup4.exe on the AutoPlay screen, then click Yes or Continue on the User Account Control dialog box. If the User Account Control dialog box reappears in following steps, click Yes or Continue. Press the ON button (A) to TURN OFF THE MACHINE. Operating noise may continue for up to 40 seconds until the machine turns off. • Do NOT connect the USB cable to the computer and the machine yet. If you have already connected the cable, disconnect it now.
4 5 Click Easy Install. The drivers, application software, and on-screen manuals are installed. • If you want to select particular items to install, click Custom Install. Click Install. 6 Select Use the printer via USB, then click Next. Follow any on-screen instructions to proceed with the software installation.
Important Information for the Installation □ USB Port □ Necessary Information for the User Registration □ If the Extended Survey Program screen appears B When the Printer Connection screen appears, connect the machine to the computer with a USB cable. After connecting the cable, TURN ON THE MACHINE. The USB Port is located on the right side at the back of the machine. The lower port is for USB.
7 8 Installing the XPS Printer Driver In Windows 7 and Windows Vista SP1 or later, the XPS Printer Driver can be installed additionally. To install, perform from in “7 Install the Software (USB Connection)” on page 20. Click Custom Install in , then select XPS Printer Driver in the Custom Install screen. For details on useful functions of the XPS Printer Driver, refer to the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide. Click Exit to complete the installation.
Wireless Setup 8 Before connecting the machine to the network, make sure that the computer and access point or router is connected. Internet Access point or wireless router, etc. ■ Notes on Wireless Connection • The configuration, router functions, setup procedures and security settings of the network device vary depending on your system environment. For details, refer to your device’s instruction manual or contact its manufacturer. • In an office setup, consult your network administrator.
W ir e le ss S etup Using E asy S etup ■ C h e c k t h e I n f o r m a t i on for Wireless Connection In most cases, “Easy Setup” will be used to connect the machine to your access point or router. Before you continue, you must gather the information below which will be required during the installation. For your convenience, you may record the information in the provided spaces and then proceed to page 26. • For other connection methods, please refer to the information located at the bottom of this page.
1 2 3 4 5 D C A B Use the { or } button (A) to display Setup, then touch the right FUNCTION button (B). Use the [ or ] button (C) to select Wireless LAN setup, then touch the OK button. Select Yes, then touch the OK button. When wireless connection is enabled, the Wi-Fi lamp (D) lights blue. Select Easy setup, then touch the OK button. Select the access point name you wrote down on page 25, then touch the OK button.
6 7 8 E F Make sure that one of the above screens is displayed, then touch the right FUNCTION button. Enter the network key you wrote down on page 25, then touch the left FUNCTION button (E). If the above screen is not displayed, go to Touch the center FUNCTION button (F) to switch character entry modes. . 9 • Enter upper and lower case letters of the alphabet correctly. Make sure that the network key is correct, then touch the OK button. When the above screen appears, touch the OK button.
Wi r e le s s Se tu p Us in g W PS (Wi-Fi P rotected S etup) 28 1 Read this section only when setting up a wireless connection by using the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). 2 3 D C A B Use the { or } button (A) to display Setup, then touch the right FUNCTION button (B). 8 Wireless Setup Use the [ or ] button (C) to select Wireless LAN setup, then touch the OK button. Select Yes, then touch the OK button. When wireless connection is enabled, the Wi-Fi lamp (D) lights blue.
4 Select Other setup, then touch the OK button. 5 Select WPS, then touch the OK button. 6 7 Select Push button method, then touch the OK button. Touch the OK button. • To use the PIN code method for setup, select PIN code method in , then touch the OK button. Follow the on-screen instructions to operate the machine and access point. When the screen in appears, touch the OK button.
8 9 Press and hold the WPS button on the access point (for about 5 seconds), then touch the OK button on the machine within 2 minutes. For details on the WPS button pressing, refer to the manual of your access point. The Wi-Fi lamp (blue) flashes while searching for or connecting to an access point. 30 8 Wireless Setup When the above screen appears, touch the OK button. • If the timeout error screen appears, touch the OK button, then start over from .
Read this section only when setting up a wireless connection by using the WCN (Windows Connect Now) function of Windows 7/Windows Vista. Wi r e le s s Se tu p Us in g W CN (Windows Connect Now) The machine supports “WCN-UFD”. A Setup on the Computer Windows 7 1. Click Start > Control Panel > View network status and tasks > Manage wireless networks. 2. Select the network name (SSID) and right-click it, then select Properties. 3. Select Copy this network profile to a USB flash drive.
Wired Setup 9 Before connecting the machine to the network, make sure that the computer and router is connected. Internet Router, etc. Add (connect) the machine to the network. 32 ■ Notes on Wired Connection • The configuration, router functions, setup procedures and security settings of the network device vary depending on your system environment. For details, refer to your device's instruction manual or contact its manufacturer. • In an office setup, consult your network administrator.
1 2 A B C D Remove the Cap (A), then connect a network device (router, etc.) with an Ethernet cable (B). Use the { or } button (C) to display Setup, then touch the right FUNCTION button (D).
3 4 5 6 E Use the [ or ] button (E) to select Device settings, then touch the OK button. Select LAN settings, then touch the OK button. Select Change wireless/wired, then touch the OK button. Select Wired LAN active, touch the OK button.
Install the S oftware Install the Software (Network Connection) 10 • 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. The installation process takes about 20 minutes. (The installation time varies depending on the computer environment or the number of application software to be installed.) 1 • Quit all running applications before installation.
2 Windows 7/Windows Vista Windows XP 3 Click Run Msetup4.exe on the AutoPlay screen, then click Yes or Continue on the User Account Control dialog box. If the User Account Control dialog box reappears in following steps, click Yes or Continue. Click Easy Install. 2 The drivers, application software, and on-screen manuals are installed. • If you want to select particular items to install, click Custom Install. Double-click the Setup icon of the CD-ROM folder to proceed to the following screen.
4 Click Install. 5 6 Select Use the printer on network, then click Next. When the Printer Detection screen appears, click Next. Follow any on-screen instructions to proceed with the software installation. • If the Printer Connection screen appears instead of the screen above, the connection method is not correctly selected in . − For Windows Click Cancel and start again from , then be sure to select Use the printer on network in .
7 When the Detected Printers List dialog box appears, select Canon MG8100 series, then click Next. When the Setup Completion dialog box appears, click Complete. • If the machine is not detected, Check Printer Settings dialog box is displayed. Refer to the printed manual: Network Setup Troubleshooting. Make sure there is no problem, then click Next again on the screen in . Next, read “Information” on page 42! 7 On the Canon IJ Network Tool screen, select MG8100 series in Printers, then click Next.
Registration (Macintosh) This section describes how to register the machine on a Macintosh computer. Windows users: read “Information” on page 42. 1 □ Proceed to the section that relates to your operating system for further installation instructions. Mac OS X v.10.6.x v.10.5.x Go to on page 40. v.10.4.11 Go to on page 40. • The alphanumeric characters after Canon MG8100 series is the machine’s Bonjour service name or MAC address.
2 - A Mac OS X v.10.6.x/v.10.5.x Mac OS X v.10.4.11 - 2 - B Mac OS X v.10.4.11 1 1 2 3 Select Canon MG8100 series canonijnetwork and click Add. When the Printer List window appears, click Add. Click More Printers in the Printer Browser window. Select Canon IJ Network in the pop-up menu, select Canon MG8100 series in the list of printers, then click Add. Go to on page 41. • When the You have no printers available. screen appears, click Add.
3 4 5 4 Make sure that Canon MG8100 series is added to the list of printers. Go to . When the Register Printer and Scanner screen appears, click Register Scanner. Select Canon MG8100 series on the Scan-from-PC Settings screen, then click OK. Click Next on the Register Printer and Scanner screen.
1 Information □ Necessary Information for the User Registration □ If the Extended Survey Program screen appears A Click Next. Follow any on-screen instructions to proceed with the software installation. 42 Important Information for the Installation 10 Install the Software (Network Connection) When the serial number is not displayed on the registration screen automatically, input the serial number located inside the machine (as shown in the illustration).
2 3 Using the Machine from Additional Computers Now that the wireless/wired connection of the machine is complete, it can be used from additional computers on the same network. Install software including the drivers on the computer from which you want to use the machine. Other settings are not required. To add computers from which to use the machine, go to “11 Use from Additional Computers” on page 44. Click Exit to complete the installation.
Use from Additional Computers 11 If the machine is already connected to a wireless/wired connection, it can be used from additional computers on the same network. Computer from which the machine can be used currently To use f r o m a d d i t i o n a l c o m p u t e r s 1 2 Insert the Setup CD-ROM into the computer from which you want to use the machine. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. Additional computers on the same network It enables the computer to use the machine.
Try Using the Machine 12 Use the O p e r a t i o n P a n e l o n t h e m a c h i n e t o p r i n t y o u r o w n i t e m s e a s i l y. Various a p p l i c a t i o n s o f t w a r e a r e i n s t a l l e d o n t h e c o m p u t e r a l o n g w i t h t h e drivers. Yo u c a n p r i n t c r e a t i v e i t e m s b y c o r r e c t i n g / e n h a n c i n g p h o t o s u s i n g the applicat i o n s o f t w a r e .
Pr in t Photos from a Memory Card Supported Memory Cards (Adapter required for .) Corresponding Card Slot Memory Stick Duo Memory Stick PRO Duo Card Slot Location The Card Slot is located in the area indicated by the dotted line. Open the Card Slot Cover (A).
2 1 E C D Load 4" x 6" (10 x 15 cm) photo paper in the Rear Tray (C) in portrait orientation with the printing side facing up. Make sure that the Paper Output Tray (D) is open. If printing starts while the Paper Output Tray is closed, it will automatically open. While the HOME screen appears, open the Card Slot Cover, insert a memory card into the Card Slot.
4 3 F G 1. Trace along the Scroll Wheel (F) to display a photo to print. 2. Touch the [+] or [-] button to specify the number of copies. 3. Touch the Color button (G). Printing will start. After printing, open the Card Slot Cover, pinch the memory card and pull it straight out. After removing the memory card, close the Card Slot Cover. • Do not remove the memory card while the Access lamp is flashing. Saved data may be damaged. • When the machine is ready for printing, the Color button lights up.
Try Copying 1 2 3 4 E G A H D C B F I Load A4 or Lettersized plain paper into the Cassette (A). This section describes how to perform a standard copy. • For details, refer to "5 Load Paper" on page 15. 1. Open the Paper Output Tray (B). 2. Open the Output Tray Extension (C). 3. Open the Document Cover (D). If printing starts while the Paper Output Tray is closed, it will automatically open. Place the document face-down and align it with the Alignment Mark (E). • Do not place objects weighing 4.
Pr int P hotos from a Computer 1 2 4 C A B Load 4" x 6" (10 x 15 cm) photo paper in the Rear Tray (A) in portrait orientation with the printing side facing up. Make sure that the Paper Output Tray (B) is open. If printing starts while the Paper Output Tray is closed, it will automatically open. This section explains how to print borderless photos using 4" x 6" (10 x 15 cm) Photo Paper Plus Glossy II. • For details, refer to "5 Load Paper" on page 15.
General Specifications Specifications 13 Printing resolution (dpi) 9600* (horizontal) X 2400 (vertical) * Ink droplets can be placed with a pitch of 1/9600 inch at minimum. Interface USB Port: Hi-Speed USB *1 Direct Print Port: PictBridge Bluetooth v2.0 (Option) *2 *3 *4 USB flash drive Infrared Port: IrDA IR *5 LAN Port: Wired LAN: 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Wireless LAN: IEEE802.11n/IEEE802.11g/IEEE802.11b *6 *1 A computer that complies with Hi-Speed USB standard is required.
Getting Help from Canon Email Tech Support — www.canontechsupport.com Please note, from there you will need to select your product, then click on the “Support by Email” link under Tech Support. Toll-Free Tech Support— 1-800-OK-CANON This option provides live telephone technical support, free of service charges, Monday-Friday (excluding holidays), during the warranty period. Telephone Device for the Deaf (TDD) support is available at 1-866-251-3752.
