Canon LX-P5510 User manual

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LX-P5510/LX-D5500
GettingStartedGuide
COLOR LABEL PRINTER
All functions of this printer are described in User's Guide.
Please visit the following website to read User's Guide.
https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/

About Instruction Manuals
Thank you for purchasing the Canon LX-P5510/LX-D5500 Color Label Printer.
The following manuals come with this product.
●Getting Started Guide (This Manual)
• Be sure to read this manual before using this product.
• This manual contains important safety information, installation instructions and
basic product information.
• Keep this manual for future reference.
●User's Guide
• This manual is available in PDF format and provides a detailed description of how
to operate this product.
• This manual contains specific instructions on operation, daily maintenance, and
troubleshooting.
• For LX-P5510
The User's Guide can be viewed on the website shown on the front cover of this
guide.
* The customer is responsible for the cost of internet access.
• For LX-D5500
The User's Guide is stored on the supplied "Printer Software CD-ROM.

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Table of Contents
Before You Begin ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 1
Conventions ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 1
Sample Screens ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 1
Trademarks ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 1
Abbreviations ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 2
Important Notices ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 2
Legal Notice ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 2
Important Safety Instructions ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 4
Box Contents ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 11
Printer Part Names and Functions ・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 12
Front/Right Side View ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 12
Left Side View ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 13
Inside the Printer ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 14
Operation Panel ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 15
Installing Software ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 17
System Requirements ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 17
Installing the Printer Driver ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 18
Installing the User's Guide（LX-D5500 only) ・・・・・・・・・・・・ 30
Loading Paper ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 33

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Conventions
The following marks are used in this manual.
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 including important information. To avoid damage and injury or
improper use of the product, be sure to read these indications.
Note Instructions including notes for operation and additional explanations.
Indicates an operation that must not be performed. Read these items
carefully, and make sure not to perform the described operations.
Sample Screens
The sample LX-D5500 printer driver screens displayed in this manual were created with Windows 10.
Trademarks
• Canon and the Canon logo are trademarks of Canon Inc.
• Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
• QR code is trademark of Denso Wave Inc.
• Other brand and product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
companies.
Before You Begin

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Before You Begin
Abbreviations
Throughout this manual the following abbreviations are used in text.
• Microsoft Windows 11 is abbreviated as "Windows 11"
• Microsoft Windows 10 is abbreviated as "Windows 10"
• Microsoft Windows 8.1 is abbreviated as "Windows 8.1"
• Microsoft Windows 7 SP1 is abbreviated as "Windows 7"
• Microsoft Windows is abbreviated as "Windows"
Important Notices
• Copying this manual or any part of this manual without permission is strictly forbidden.
• The specifications for this printer and software provided with the printer are subject to change
without prior notice.
• We have done our best to make this manual as complete and accurate as possible, and we ask you
to contact your place of purchase. If you find any omissions or mistakes in this manual.
• We can accept no responsibility for loss or damages resulting from the use of this printer or its
software; please accept this before you use the printer.
Legal Notice
■ Legal Limitations on the Usage of Your Product and the Use of Images
• It is illegal to reproduce currency, bills, negotiable securities and other documents prohibited by
law. Reproduction of such items may be subject to criminal prosecution.
• It is illegal to reproduce legal certificates, licenses, and certain public and private documents
prohibited from reproduction by law. Reproduction of such items may be subject to criminal
prosecution.
• Please note that intellectual property protected by copyright may not be reproduced without the
express permission of the copyright holder except for personal or household use under limited
circumstances.
■Product Name
LX-P5510
LX-D5500

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Before You Begin
■FCC (Federal Communications Commission)
Users in the U.S.A.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the
manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of
the equipment.
CANON U.S.A., INC.
One Canon Park, Melville, NY 11747, U.S.A.
TEL No. 1-855-852-2666
■Battery Regulation for CA, USA
For CA, USA Only
Included battery contains Perchlorate
Material ---- special handling may apply.
See
http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/
for detail.

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Important Safety Instructions
Prior to using this printer, please read this section ("Important Safety Instructions") thoroughly.
Warnings and important matters are described here to ensure safe use of the product. Do not attempt
to operate this printer in any way other than those mentioned in the manual.
■Installation
• Make sure that there is sufficient space around the printer.
594 mm (23.4 inch)
600mm (23.6 inch)
Height at the Roll cover open
Upper unit open and Roll cover open (D)
548mm (21.6 inch)
765 mm (30.1 inch)
691 mm (27.2 inch)
Installation space (W)
Maintenance cartridge door open and
Roll cover open (W)
Ink tank door open (D)
Installation space (D)
588mm (23.1 inch)
Warning
• Do not place the following objects on the printer:
– Necklaces and other metal objects
– Cups, vases, flowerpots, and other containers filled with water or liquids
If such an object is brought into contact with the electrical parts inside the printer, this could cause
a fire or electric shock. If an object enters the inside of the printer, turn the printer off immediately,
disconnect the power plug from the power outlet and contact your place of purchase.
• The electrical contacts inside the printer become extremely hot during normal operation. To avoid
causing a fire, do not store flammable substances like alcohol, thinner, etc. near the printer.
Caution
• Do not install the printer in the following locations. If the printer is not installed in the proper
location, a fire or electric shock could occur.

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Important Safety Instructions
– A damp or dusty location.
– A location exposed to oily smoke or steam; e.g., near a countertop or humidifier.
– A location exposed to rain or snow.
– A location exposed to salty wind.
– A location subject to high temperatures.
– A location near open flames.
• Do not place the printer in an unstable location; e.g., on a wobbling or inclined table, or a location
subject to frequent vibrations. The printer could fall down or fall over, resulting in personal injury.
• Never place the printer where it will be exposed to rapid changes in temperature, such as indirect
sunlight, near an air conditioner, or in a car on a hot day. This could cause a fire or damage to the
printer.
Important
• Use the printer in the following operating environment:
Operating environment: 15 to 30 degrees Celsius (59 to 86 degrees Fahrenheit)
RH 10% to 80% (with no condensation)
• If the printer is carried into a warm room on a cold day, this could cause condensation inside the printer.
If this happens, allow the printer to sit for at least 1 hour at room temperature to adapt to the ambient
temperature and humidity.
• Do not install under strong light. This could cause a malfunction.
• To ensure normal operation of the printer and avoid possible damage, do not install the printer near large
office equipment or any other type of electrical device that emits a strong magnetic field.
■Power Supply
Warning
• Do not use any power cord other than those supplied with the printer. This could cause a fire or
electric shock.
• Do not bring the power cord near a heating appliance. This could melt the cable sheath and cause
a fire or electric shock.
• Do not use an extension cord. This could cause a fire or electric shock.
• To avoid causing a fire or serious electric shock, connect the printer power cord to an independent
power outlet that is not shared by other equipment or appliances.
• To avoid causing a fire or serious electric shock, make sure that the power plug is securely and

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Important Safety Instructions
completely inserted into the power outlet.
• Do not damage, break, or modify the power cord. Do not place a heavy object on, heat, or pull the
AC cord. This could cause power leakage from the damaged portion, resulting in a fire or electric
shock.
• To avoid personal injury from an electric shock, do not handle the power cord or plug when your
hands are wet.
• To avoid a fire or serious electric shock, never knot the power cord or wrap it around itself.
• Disconnect the printer power cord during severe electrical storms. Lightning could cause a fire or
severe electric shock or damage to the printer.
Caution
• To avoid damaging the power plug, which could cause a short circuit and cause a fire or electric
shock, do not pull on the power cord to unplug the cord from the power supply. Always grip the
plug to remove it from the power supply.
• Never block the ventilation ports on the printer. A blocked ventilation port could cause heat to
build up inside the printer and cause a fire.
• Always keep the area around the power plug free of obstacles so you can unplug it easily. This
allows you to unplug the power cord quickly in an emergency.
• Do not use any power outlet other than the one rated for the printer. This printer is designed to
be used in the region where you purchased it. Also, make sure that the power outlet can supply
sufficient power for the printer. This could cause a fire or serious electric shock, or damage the
printer.
■Handling
Warning
• If you find a large ink leak, turn the printer off immediately, disconnect the power plug from the
power source, and call your place of purchase. If you continue to use the printer, this could cause a
fire or serious electric shock.
• There are high voltage points inside the printer. To avoid a fire or electric shock, do not attempt to
disassemble or repair the printer.
• Do not insert any metal objects into the printer. Also, do not let a metallic piece (clip, staple, etc.), or
water and a flammable solvent (alcohol, benzene, thinner, etc.) into the printer. If it is brought into
contact with the electric parts inside the printer, a fire or electric shock could result. If an object
enters inside of the printer, turn the printer off immediately, disconnect the power plug from the

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Important Safety Instructions
power outlet and contact your place of purchase.
• When abnormal sound, smoke, excessive heat or strange odor is detected, turn the printer
off immediately, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet and contact your place of
purchase. Using the printer continuously could cause a fire or electric shock. Do not attempt to
repair the printer by yourself. This could cause a fire or serious electric shock.
• Do not use a flammable spray near the printer. If the sprayed gas is brought into contact with the
electric parts inside the printer, a fire or electric shock could result.
Caution
• If the printer is dropped and damaged, turn the printer off immediately, disconnect the power
plug from the power outlet, and contact your place of purchase. If you continue to use the printer,
this could cause a fire or serious electric shock.
• If the printer will not be used for a long period of time, for your safety disconnect the power cord
from the power outlet.
• Do not place a heavy object on the printer. It could fall down or fall over, resulting in personal
injury.
• It is dangerous to put your fingers deep inside the ink tank boxes. There are pin-sharp parts which
may hurt you or alternatively you may cause damage that will lead to breakdown.
• Keep the power cord, cables, gears, belts, rollers, and electric parts inside the printer out of the
reach of children. Otherwise, a personal injury or printer failure could result.
• Do not directly paste labels printed with this printer onto
fruits and vegetables. When pasting labels on food products,
paste them onto wrap or other packaging.
Important
• To prevent machine failures, do not open the ink tank door or maintenance cartridge door, do not turn
the printer off, and do not remove the power plug from the outlet while the printer is printing. If you
do so, the print head protection function is not performed properly, resulting in a machine failure or ink
leakage which can stain your clothes and the surrounding area.
• Do not apply excessive force to the upper unit. Doing so can result in a machine failure or impair print
quality. Be sure to open/ close the upper unit slowly.
• Do not place the printer close to TV, radio receiver or loudspeakers, etc. The magnetic field produced
may cause the printer to malfunction, or the printer may interfere with TV/radio reception.

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Important Safety Instructions
• Printed labels may get discolored by ultraviolet light or ozone.
■Safety-Related Symbols
Power switch: "ON" position
Power switch: "OFF" position
Power switch: "STANDBY" position
Push-push switch "ON" "OFF"
Protective earthing terminal
Dangerous voltage inside. Do not open covers other than instructed.
CAUTION: Hot surface. Do not touch.
Class II equipment
Moving parts: Keep body parts away from moving parts
There are sharp edges. Keep body parts away from sharp edges.
NOTE:
Some of symbols shown above may not be affixed depending on the product.
■Moving
Warning
• Call your place of purchase for advice before you ship the printer a long distance or move the printer
by car or truck where it may be subjected to shock and vibration. Moving the printer without the
proper preparation could damage the printer and cause a fire.

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Important Safety Instructions
Caution
• Before you move the printer to another location within the same building, disconnect the power
cord and make sure that all other cables are disconnected. Moving the printer without doing so
could damage the power cord or the cables and cause a fire or electric shock.
• Be sure to lift the printer with 2 people, grasping the handles
located on the base from both sides, in a firm embrace. Lifting
the printer in an abnormal fashion or by a single person can
result in injury by dropping it.
• Always hold the printer level and carry it slowly. If ink is spilled
inside the printer while moving it, this could cause a fire or
serious electric shock or damage the printer.
• Before moving or shipping the printer, be sure to execute [Moving The Printer] or [Shipping The
Printer] from the printer driver. Also when shipping the printer, set the protectors.
Moving or shipping the printer without taking necessary measures could cause ink leak inside the
printer, resulting in a fire, electric shock, or printer failure.
Important
• To prevent machine failures, do not relocate or transport this printer with the upper unit open.
■Maintenance and Inspections
Warning
• To avoid a fire hazard, occasionally disconnect the power cord from the printer and the power
supply and use a soft dry cloth to clean the cord connectors and the connection points. Leaving
the cord plugged in and not cleaned for a long period, especially in an area subject to dust, oil, and
high humidity, could cause the insulation material to deteriorate.
• When cleaning the printer, do not use a flammable solvent (alcohol, thinner, etc.). If a flammable
solvent is brought into contact with the parts inside the printer, a fire or electric shock could result.
• Check the power cord and power plug regularly. If the following conditions occur, contact your
place of purchase, as the condition may cause a fire:
– There are burn marks on the power plug.
– The blade on the power plug is deformed or broken.

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Important Safety Instructions
– The power goes OFF and ON when the power cord is bent.
– There are cuts, cracks, or indentations on the power cord.
– The power cord becomes hot.
• Check the power cord and power plug regularly to make sure that they are not handled in the
following manner, as this may result in a fire or electric shock:
– The connection part of the power plug is loose.
– The power cord is under a heavy object.
– The power cord is subjected to stress, for example, it is pulled excessively or secured with staples.
– The power plug is loose.
– The power cord is tied in a bundle.
– The power cord protrudes into a walkway.
– The power cord is placed in front of heating appliance.
Caution
• Before cleaning the printer, be sure to turn it off and remove the power plug from the power
outlet. Otherwise, a fire or electric shock could result.
■Ink Tank and the Maintenance Cartridge
D
Caution
• Always store these items out of the reach of small children. This prevents accidents. If a child
accidentally swallows ink, seek medical attention immediately.
• If ink gets into your eyes, wash it out with flowing water immediately. If irritation persists, consult a
physician.
• If ink comes into contact with your skin, rinse it off with flowing water immediately. If irritation
persists, consult a physician.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the ink tanks.
Important
• Never drop or apply excessive force to an ink tank or the maintenance cartridge. Ink can stain clothing
and the work area.
• Do not install or remove the ink tank or maintenance cartridge unless it needs to be replaced. Doing so
can accelerate wear of the printer components.

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Box Contents
Check that the following items are included.
• Printer • Starter Ink Tanks * • Roll Holder
(Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
• Test Paper * • Scraper*
( LX-P5510 Only)
• Cleaning Stick * • Printhead Unit *
• Power Cord
• Printer Software CD-ROM (containing the printer driver and User's Guide ( LX-D5500 Only))
• Getting Started Guide (this manual)
• Warranty sheet
• Installation Procedure *
• Other documents
* Keep those items untouched as technical representatives will use them at printer installation.
Note
• USB cable and LAN cable are not included.
• Because starter ink tanks only have a small amount of ink, early purchase of replacement ink tanks is
recommended.

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Front/Right Side View
[1]
[2]
[3]
[5]
[6]
[4]
[8]
[7]
[9]
［1］Upper unit ［6］Roll cover handle
Open this unit when setting paper,
removing paper jammed in the paper
feed path, or cleaning inside of the
machine. The upper unit holds the
printhead.
Use this handle to open the roll cover.
［2］Operation panel（→ P.15）［7］Cutter cover
Keys necessary for operation and lamps to
indicate the state of printer are provided
on this panel.
When using the manual cutter, open this
cover.
［3］Ink tank door ［8］Maintenance cartridge door
Open this door when replacing ink tanks
or opening the upper unit.
Open this door when replacing the
maintenance cartridge.
［4］Paper delivery slot ［9］Manual cutter
Printed paper is delivered through this
slot.
Use this cutter to cut the ejected paper
manually.
［5］Roll cover
This cover protects the roll paper feeder.
Printer Part Names and Functions

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Printer Part Names and Functions
Left Side View
[1]
[7]
[3]
[4]
[5]
[6]
[2]
［1］Rear feeder slot ［4］RS232C port
This slot is used to feed fanfold paper. This is an extended interface for
connecting an external unit.
［2］Rating plate ［5］USB port
A serial number for identifying the printer
is shown on this plate.
(The serial number is required when you
contact customer support or require any
sort of printer repairs.)
Connect a USB cable here to connect to
the computer.
［6］LAN port
Connect a LAN cable here to connect to
the computer.
［3］RS232C port ［7］Power socket
Connect a barcode reader to this port. Connect the power cord here.

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Printer Part Names and Functions
Inside the Printer
[2]
[3]
[5]
[4] [8]
[6]
[1]
[7]
［1］Transport guide (Left) ［5］Paper guide
This is a fixed guide for transporting paper
straight.
This guide prevents paper from floating.
［2］Upper unit open lever ［6］Maintenance cartridge
Opens the upper unit. Ink used to clean the print head is
collected here.
［3］Jam release lever ［7］Cleaning stick
Pull down this lever when paper is
jammed.
Use this cleaning stick when cleaning the
transport section.
［4］Transport guide (Right) ［8］Roll holder
This guide is used to transport paper
straight and detect the width of paper.
This holder is used to set paper.

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Printer Part Names and Functions
Operation Panel
[1] [2] [3] [4]
[5][6]
[7]
[8]
［1］Power key/lamp ［4］BACK FEED key
Press this key to turn on/off the printer.
This lamp lights up or blinks depending
on the power supply status.
On: The printer is powered.
Blink: The printer is in sleep mode
(power-saving mode).
Off: The printer is not powered.
Pressing this key feeds paper one page
backward. Pressing and holding this key
continuously feeds the paper backwards.
The possible back feed length is 300 mm
(11.81 inch) or less (accumulated total) *.
* When the auto cutter is installed, it is
330 mm (12.99 inch) or less (accumulated
total).
［2］Pause key ［5］Ink warning lamp (Bk/C/M/Y)
Pressing this key suspends printing.
Pressing this key restarts printing.
These lamps indicate the remaining
amounts of Black (Bk), Cyan (C), Magenta
(M) and Yellow (Y) inks.
Lit: There is no ink available for
printing or the ink tank is faulty.
Blink: The ink tank is low.
Off: The ink tank is full.
［3］FEED key
Press to feed paper by 1 page. Pressing
and holding this key continuously feeds
paper.

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Printer Part Names and Functions
［6］Maintenance cartridge warning lamp ［8］Status lamp
This lamp lights up or blinks when there
remains a small or no maintenance
cartridge space to collect ink.
Lit: The maintenance cartridge is full
or faulty.
Blink: The maintenance cartridge is
running out of space.
Off: The maintenance cartridge free
space.
This lamp lights up or blinks.
On: Printing from the computer is
possible. (Online mode)
Blink: The printer is processing or
operating (printing, cleaning, etc.)
Off: Instructions and print data cannot
be received from the computer
(offline mode) or Sleep mode.
［7］Error lamp
Lights when an error occurs.
Lit: An operator call error has occurred.
Blink: A service call error has occurred.
Important
• Opening the ink tank door or maintenance cartridge door during printing will cause an error and
suspend printing. Do not open the ink tank door or maintenance cartridge door except when
replacing an ink tank or maintenance cartridge or opening/closing the upper unit.
• Never attempt to open the upper unit by force or hit the upper unit. This could damage the printer
or result in poor print quality. Always open and close the upper unit slowly.

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After installing this printer at the installation site, install the printer driver in the computer.
System Requirements
The printer driver and User's Guide require a personal computer with the following system
requirements:
■Operating system (OS)
For LX-P5510
Windows 11
Windows 10 (32bit/64bit)
For LX-D5500
Windows 10 (32bit/64bit)
Windows 8.1 (32bit/64bit)
Windows 7 SP1 (32bit/64bit)
■Hard disk space
Printer driver: 50 MB or more
User's Guide: 10 MB or more
Installing Software