Canon PIXMA MP640 User manual

Make sure to read this manual before using the machine. Please keep it in hand for future reference.
Getting Started
Read Me First
Photo All-In-One
series

Model Number: K10344 (MP640)
Symbols Used in This Document■
Instructions as notes for operation or additional explanations.
Instructions including important information. Be sure to read these indications.
Descriptions for operations that take some time to complete.
Indicates operations in Windows.
Indicates operations in Macintosh.
Macintosh, Mac, and AirPort are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.•
Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.•
Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.•
Windows Vista is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.•
Internet Explorer is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.•
Bonjour is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.•

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Contents
After Installing the Machine ................
Loading Paper .............................................................
Introduction of Manuals ...............................................
Solution Menu ..............................................................
Try Using the Machine .................................................
Try Copying .................................................................
Print Photos from a Computer .....................................
Print Photos from a Memory Card ...............................
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57
Reference Information ........................
Wireless Setup Using WCN
(Windows Connect Now) .............................................
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58
Devices Required to Connect to Computers ...........
Preparation .......................................
Check the Included Items ........................................
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2
2
Preparation ..................................................................
3
Network Connection ...........................
Wireless Setup ............................................................
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22
Wireless Setup Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) ..
Conrm Connection Status ..........................................
Install the Software ......................................................
Install the Software (Registration) ...............................
Install the Software (Information) .................................
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34
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45
Check the Information for Wireless Connection ...... 22
Hardware Setup .................................
Select Connection Method ..................
USB Connection ................................
Install the Software ......................................................
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14
Select Connection Method ..........................................
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13
Turn the Power On ......................................................
Install the Print Head ...................................................
Install the Ink Tanks .....................................................
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4
5
8
Align the Print Head ..................................................... 11
Notes on Network Connection ................................. 20
Wired Setup ................................................................. 29
Select Connection Type ............................................... 20

Preparation
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Preparation
Preparation
Ethernet cableRouter, etc.Access point or
wireless router
USB cable
Devices Required to Connect to Computers■
A USB cable is required.
USB Connection Network Connection
Wired
Connection
An access point or router that supports IEEE802.11b/g is
required.
A network device (router, etc.) and Ethernet cable are
required.
Wireless
Connection

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A
Preparation
Preparation
Before turning on the machine, remove all orange tape and protective sheets from
the inside and outside of the machine.
The Print Head is placed inside
of the Paper Output Tray (A).
Open the Paper Output Tray and
take it out.
Print Head
(BK, M, C, PGBK, Y)
power cord
Manuals•
Setup CD-ROM (containing the drivers, applications and on-screen manuals)•
Warranty•
Check the Included Items■
Do not install the machine where an object may fall
on it. The object may fall inside the machine, resulting
in malfunction.
•
Do not place any object on top of the machine. It may
fall into the machine when opening covers, resulting
in malfunction.
•
Choosing a Location□
Matte Photo Paper MP-101 (for Automatic Print Head Alignment)•
5 ink tanks
A USB cable is necessary to connect the machine with your
computer (USB connection only).
•

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A
C
B
34
D
F
E
4Hardware Setup
Turn the Power On
Plug the power cord into the back
left of the machine, then connect
the other end to the wall outlet.
When the above
screen is displayed,
press the OK button
and go to the next
step.
Do NOT connect the USB cable or
Ethernet cable at this stage.
•
The machine may make some operating
noises. This is normal operation.
•Make sure that the Document Cover
(A) is closed.
•
Open the Operation Unit (B) and
press the ON button (C) to turn on the
machine.
Use the {or }button (D) on the Operation
Panel to select the language for the LCD (E),
then press the OK button.
If an unintended language is displayed on the LCD, press the Back button (F) to return to
the Language selection screen.
•
Hardware Setup

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A
C B
C
D
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5
Hardware Setup
Install the Print Head
Open the Paper Output Tray (A), then lift the Scanning Unit (Cover) (B)
until it stops.
Handle the Print Head carefully. Do not
drop or apply excessive pressure to it.
•
The Print Head Holder makes a noise as it moves. This is normal operation.•
Close the Document Cover (C) and lift it with the Scanning Unit (Cover).
If the Print Head Holder does not move, make sure that the machine is turned on.•
Make sure that the Print Head Holder
(D) moves to the installation position.

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345
E
F
G
H
Hardware Setup
Install the Print Head
Remove the Print Head from the
silver package.
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.
•
Remove the orange protective cap.Firmly raise the Print Head Lock Lever (E) of the Print Head Holder until it
stops.
Do not touch the inside of the Print Head Holder (F). The machine may not print
properly if you touch it.
•
Do not touch the inside (G) or metal parts (H) of the Print Head. The machine may not print
properly if you touch them.
•

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67
Hardware Setup
Install the Print Head
Tilt the Print Head forward and set it in place as shown. Lower the Print Head Lock Lever completely.
Do not knock the Print Head against the sides of the holder.•
Install in a well-lit environment.•
Hold the Print Head Lock Lever rmly and lower it gently.•
Once you have installed the Print Head, do not remove
it unnecessarily.
•

A
B
C
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1
2
2
8Hardware Setup
Install the Ink Tanks
Handle the ink tanks carefully. Do not drop or
apply excessive pressure to them.
•
Be sure to use the supplied ink tanks.•
If the Scanning Unit (Cover) is left open for more
than 10 minutes, the Print Head Holder moves
to the right. In this case, close and reopen the
Scanning Unit (Cover).
•
Pull the orange tape (1) in the direction of the
arrow to peel off the protective lm and remove
the lm (2) completely.
While pressing down with your left thumb, twist off
the orange protective cap (A) located on the bottom
of the ink tank.
Do not push the sides of the ink tank; ink may splash.•
Do not touch the electrical contacts (B) or open ink port (C)
on the ink tank. The machine may not print properly if you
touch them.
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4
3
Hardware Setup
Install the Ink Tanks
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 rmly until it clicks.
When the installation is completed properly, the Ink lamp lights red.
Install in a well-lit environment.•
Make sure that the color of the label matches the ink tank.

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6
5
E
D
7
Hardware Setup
Install the Ink Tanks
If an error message is displayed on the LCD, make sure that the Print Head and the
ink tanks are correctly installed.
•
Close the Scanning Unit (Cover) (E).
Wait until the LCD changes as shown in the illustration (about 5
minutes) and go to the next step.
•
The machine may make some operating noises when preparing to
print. This is normal operation.
•
Install all the other ink tanks in the same way.
Once you have installed the ink tanks, do not remove them
unnecessarily.
•
Make sure all the Ink lamps light red.
Install all the ink tanks.
Make sure that the Inner
Cover (D) is closed by
touching it with your
hand.

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C
A
B
11
Hardware Setup
Align the Print Head
Align the Print Head for better print results. Extend the Output Tray Extension (C).
Load a sheet of supplied specialty paper (Matte
Photo Paper MP-101) in the Rear Tray (A) by
referring to steps to in "Loading Paper"
on page 49.
Be sure to use MP-101 for Automatic Print Head
Alignment.
•
MP-101 cannot be fed from the Cassette. Load it in
the Rear Tray.
•
MP-101 has front and back sides. Load it so that the
cut corner (B) is at the top right.
•
Conrm the message on the LCD and press the OK
button.
Print Head Alignment takes about 5 minutes to
complete.
•
For details on media sizes and types you can use, refer to
"Loading Paper" in the on-screen manual: Basic Guide.
•
This takes about 5 minutes.
Use a sheet of supplied specialty paper (Matte
Photo Paper MP-101) for alignment. Wait until the pattern is printed, then go to the next
step.

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1
3
E
D
4
3
Hardware Setup
Align the Print Head
Make sure that a pattern similar to
the one shown in the illustration is
printed.
The pattern is printed in black and blue.•
When an error message is displayed on
the LCD, press the OK button to clear
the error, then go to the next step. After
the installation is complete, perform Print
Head Alignment by referring to "When
Printing Becomes Faint or Colors are
Incorrect" in the on-screen manual:
Basic Guide.
•
For details, refer to "Loading Paper" on page 47.•
The standby screen is displayed on the LCD.
Print Head Alignment is now complete.
Remove the printed paper, then close
the Paper Output Tray (D).
Conrm the message on the LCD, follow the procedure below to load plain paper into the Cassette (E), then press the
OK button.
Slide the Paper Guide to align with the actual size of the paper.
1
2
3Slide the Paper Guide against the left edge of the paper.
Load paper along the right edge of the Cassette.

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Select Connection Method
USB Connection
Select Connection Method
Go to "[USB Connection] Install the Software" on page 14.
Go to "Select Connection Type" on page 20.
Select the method to connect the machine to the computer according to your system environment.
Network Connection
This is the recommended installation when you use the machine on single computer, which is not networked.
This is the recommended installation when you use the machine on a computer connected to a network. Use the machine over a wireless or wired
connection.
Wireless
or Wired
Connection
Internet
Select Connection Method
Connecting the Machine to the Network (Initial Setup)

14 USB Connection
If the Found New Hardware or Found New
Hardware Wizard dialog box appears:
□
Click Cancel to quit the dialog box.
Proceed from .
Remove the USB cable connected to your
computer.
The dialog box may close. In this case, proceed from .
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3
Install the Software
Quit all running applications before installation.•
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 applications to be installed.)
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.
Log on as the administrator (or a member of the Administrators group).•
Do not switch users during the installation process.•
It may be necessary to restart your computer during the installation process. Follow the on-
screen instructions and do not remove the Setup CD-ROM during restarting. The installation
resumes once your computer has restarted.
•
Mac OS 9, Mac OS X Classic environments, or Mac OS X v.10.3.8 or earlier are not
supported.
•
Internet connection may be required during the installation. Connection fees apply.•
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If you connect a USB cable to the machine before
installation of the drivers, this screen appears.
USB cable
For a USB connection, a USB cable is required.
USB Connection

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2
1
A
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USB Connection
Install the Software
Turn on the computer, then
insert the Setup CD-ROM into
the CD-ROM drive.
If the program does not start automatically, double-click the CD-ROM
icon in Computer or My Computer.
When the CD-ROM contents appear, double-click MSETUP4.EXE.
•
TURN OFF THE
MACHINE (A).
Operating noise continues
for about 30 seconds until
the machine turns off.
•
Connect the machine to
the computer with a USB
cable.
Make sure the machine is
turned on.
The USB Port is located on
the right side at the back of
the machine. The lower port
is for USB.
•
Turn on the computer, then
insert the Setup CD-ROM into
the CD-ROM drive.
The setup program will start
automatically.
For Windows Vista/
XP
□
If you are using Internet
Explorer 7 or later,
you can use the Web
print software Easy-
WebPrint EX. An internet
connection is required
for installation. (It is also
possible to install this
software later.)

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3
3
USB Connection
Install the Software
Double-click the Setup icon of the CD-ROM folder to proceed to the following screen.
Enter your administrator name and password, then click OK.
If the CD-ROM folder does not open automatically, double-click the CD-ROM icon on the desktop.•
If you do not know your administrator name or password, click Help, then follow the on-screen
instructions.
Click Run Msetup4.exe on the AutoPlay screen, then click Continue on the User
Account Control dialog box.
If the User Account Control dialog box reappears in following steps, click Continue.
Windows Vista
Windows XP/2000

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USB Connection
Install the Software
Click Easy Install.
The drivers, application software, and on-screen manuals are installed all
together.
Click Install.
For Windows Vista/XP
If you are using Internet Explorer 7 or later, you can use the Web print software
Easy-WebPrint EX. An internet connection is required for installation. (It is also
possible to install this software later.)
•
If you want to select particular items to install, click Custom Install.•

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B
6
USB Connection
Install the Software
Important Information for the Installation
The product serial number is required when
registering the product. The serial number is
located inside the machine (as shown in the
illustration).
If you can agree to Extended Survey Program,
click Agree.
If you click Do not agree, the Extended Survey
Program will not be installed.
(This has no effect on the machine's functionality.)
The screen does not appear on Mac OS X
v.10.3.9.
•
Necessary Information for the User
Registration
□About Extended Survey Program□
When opening the Scanning Unit (Cover) (B), the
Print Head Holder moves automatically.
•
Follow any on-screen instructions to proceed
with the software installation.
Select Use the printer via USB, then click
Next.