Canon PIXMA MP600 User manual

Quick Start Guide
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Quick Start Guide
The following ink tanks are compatible with this product.
Les réservoirs d’encre suivants sont compatibles avec ce produit.
S tímto produktem je možné používat následující nádržky s inkoustem.
Selle tootega ühilduvad järgmised tindimahutid.
Ar produktu ir saderīgas šādas tintes tvertnes.
Su šiuo gaminiu galima naudoti tokias rašalo talpykles.
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Do tego urządzenia pasująnastępujące zbiorniki z atramentem.
Сэтим продуктом совместимы следующие чернильницы.
S tem izdelkom so združljivi naslednji črnilni vložki.
S týmto výrobkom sú kompatibilné nasledujúce atramentové kazety.
Aşağıdaki mürekkep hazneleri bu ürünle uyumludur.
Зданим виробом сумісні такі ємності зчорнилом.
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Quick Start Guide
Table of Contents
How to Use the Documentation Provided 2
Reading the On-screen Manuals 3
Preparing the Machine 4
Installing the MP Drivers 6
Introduction 7
Selecting the Language for the LCD 8
Loading Printing Paper 9
Basic Operation for the Operation Panel 11
Printing from Your Computer 13
Scanning Images 15
Copying 16
Printing from a Memory Card 17
Photo Printing from Photo 21
Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device 23
Replacing an Ink Tank 30

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Exif Print
This machine supports ExifPrint.
Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and
printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant digital camera, the camera’s image data at
the time of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints.
Canadian Radio Interference Regulations
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from a
digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital
Apparatus,” ICES-003 of the Industry Canada.
Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux
appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur NMB-
003 d'Industrie Canada intitulée « Appareils numériques ».
International ENERGY STAR®Program
As an ENERGY STAR®Partner, Canon Inc. has determined that this product meets the
ENERGY STAR guidelines for efficiency.
The International ENERGY STAR®Office Equipment Program is a global
program that promotes energy saving through the use of computer and
other office equipment. The program backs the development and
dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy
consumption. It is an open system in which business can participate
voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment such as computers,
monitors, printers, faxes and copiers.
Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations.
Power Requirements
Never use a power supply voltage other than that supplied in the country of purchase. Using
the incorrect voltage could cause a fire or electric shock. The correct power supply voltages
and frequencies are as follows:
AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
About Consumables
Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are available for 5 years after production has
stopped.
.
Also read the Safety Precautions in the User’s Guide on-screen manual. Observe the warnings and
cautions to avoid personal injury or damage to the machine.
Model Number: K10287 (MP600)

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Safety Precautions
European Union (and EEA) only.
This symbol indicates that this product is not to be disposed of with your
household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) and your
national law. This product should be handed over to a designated collection
point, e.g., on an authorized one-for-one basis when you buy a new similar
product or to an authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical and
electronic equipment (EEE). Improper handling of this type of waste could
have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due to
potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At
the same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will
contribute to the effective usage of natural resources. For more information
about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please
contact your local city office, waste authority, approved WEEE scheme or your
household waste disposal service.
For more information regarding return and recycling of WEEE products,
please visit www.canon-europe.com/environment.
(EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)
For Customers in Europe, Middle-East, Africa and
Russia only
For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the back cover of the European Warranty
Systems (EWS) Booklet or visit www.canon-europe.com.
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Warning
zThis product emits low level magnetic flux. If you use a cardiac pacemaker and feel abnormalities,
please move away from this product and consult your doctor.
zNever attempt to plug the power cord into the power outlet or unplug the power cord when your hands
are wet.
zNever damage, modify, stretch, or excessively bend or twist the power cord. Do not place heavy objects
on the power cord.
zNever use any power supply other than the standard power supply available in the country of purchase.
Using the incorrect voltage and frequency could cause a fire or electric shock.
zAlways push the plug all the way into the power outlet.
Caution
zFor safety reasons, store ink tanks out of the reach of small children.
zDo not drop or shake ink tanks as this may cause the ink to leak out and stain your clothes and hands.

2How to Use the Documentation Provided
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How to Use the Documentation Provided
Easy Setup Instructions (Printed documentation)
Be sure to read this sheet first.
This sheet includes instructions for setting up your machine and getting it ready
for use.
Quick Start Guide (This guide)
Read this guide when starting to use the machine.
After following instructions in the Easy Setup Instructions, we recommend you
read this guide to familiarize yourself with the basic operation of some of the
main functions that can be performed on your machine.
On-screen Manuals
User’s Guide
Read this guide when starting to use the machine.
If the Quick Start Guide does not provide you enough information please refer to
the User’s Guide which can be installed from the Setup CD-ROM. This guide
provides detailed instructions for:
zprinting from your computer
zdirect photo printing from selected digital cameras
zcopying
zscanning
Additional guides are also available for advanced features.
Scanning Guide
Refer to this guide for full instructions on scanning operation and settings.
Printer Driver Guide
Refer to this guide for full instructions on printer driver setting.
Photo Application Guide
Refer to this guide for instructions on using the various application software
included on the Setup CD-ROM.
Bluetooth User’s Guide
Refer to this guide for full instructions of printing from computers and devices
that support Bluetooth communication, and on troubleshooting them.

3Reading the On-screen Manuals
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Reading the On-screen Manuals
Along with this Quick Start Guide, on-screen manuals are also supplied with your machine. For
detailed instructions on installing the on-screen manuals, refer to your setup sheet.
You can view the on-screen manuals in the following way:
To view the on-screen manual, double-click the MP600 On-screen Manual shortcut icon on the
desktop, or click Start > All Programs (or Programs) > Canon MP600 Manual > MP600 On-
screen Manual.
System Requirements
Browser: Windows®HTML Help Viewer
To view the on-screen manual, double-click the MP600 On-screen Manual alias on the desktop.
System Requirements
Browser: Help Viewer
Important
For users in countries outside the USA, Canada and South America:
For information on how to print on DVD/CDs, refer to the DVD CD Print Guide on-screen manual.
Note
zMicrosoft Internet Explorer®5.0 or later must be installed.
zThe on-screen manual may not be displayed properly depending on your operating system or
Internet Explorer version. We recommend that you keep your system up to date with Windows
Update.
Note
Users in Asia
If you installed the User’s Guide from the Manual folder in the Setup CD-ROM, open the folder in which
you copied the User’s Guide and double-click top.htm.
Note
zThe on-screen manual may not be displayed properly depending on your operating system. We
recommend that you keep your system up to date.
zWe recommend using Safari as your Web browser to view the HTML format on-screen
manuals. If Safari is not installed on your computer, download it from Apple Computer, Inc.
website and install it.

4Preparing the Machine
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Preparing the Machine
Be sure to read your setup sheet first for setting up your machine and getting it ready for use.
Unpack the machine
Please confirm the included items against the illustration printed on the lid of the packing box.
1Turn on the machine.
2Install the Print Head.
3Install the ink tanks.
Important
zDo not connect the USB cable until after the software is installed.
zA USB cable is necessary to connect the machine with your computer.
Caution
Be sure to remove the tapes before you turn on the machine.
Note
zThe tape position is subject to change.
zIf an unintended language is displayed on the LCD, press the Back button to return to the
Language selection screen.
Caution
Do not touch internal parts other than the Print Head Lock Lever.
Important
If the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) is open for more than 10 minutes, the Print Head Holder
moves to the right side. In this case, close the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover), and open it again.
Note
zThere might 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.
zDo not reattach the protective cap once it has been removed.
Important
zMake sure that all the ink tanks are installed in the correct position, matching the label. The
machine cannot be used unless all the ink tanks are installed.
zWait for about 2 minutes, until the machine has stopped making operating noises, before
proceeding.
Note
zBe sure to remove the clear film from the ink tank in the exact order as shown in step 3 of your
setup sheet.
zDo not squeeze the side of ink tanks as this may cause the ink to leak out and stain your clothes
and hands.
zDo not reattach the protective cap once you have removed it.
zAn error message will be displayed on the LCD if an ink tank is not installed properly. Open the
Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) and make sure that position of all the ink tanks match the label.

5Preparing the Machine
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4Load printing paper.
In the following process, you will be required to perform the Print Head Alignment, and you
will need a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper loaded in the Auto Sheet Feeder.
Important
zWhen loading paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder, make sure that the Auto Sheet Feeder lamp is
lit.
zAlways load paper in portrait orientation. Loading paper in landscape orientation can cause the
paper to be jammed.
Notes on the Print Head Alignment
zPrint Head Alignment will take about 6 minutes to complete. Do not open the Scanning Unit
(Printer Cover) while printing.
zIf the pattern is not printed successfully, refer to “Error Message Is Displayed on the LCD” in the
User’s Guide on-screen manual.
Important
Printing on DVD/CDs is not available for the machines sold in USA, Canada, all countries in South
America, and some other countries and regions.

6Installing the MP Drivers
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Installing the MP Drivers
Information Common to Windows and Macintosh®
Notes on the Installation Process
zIf the Select Language screen appears, select a language, then click Next.
zIf the Select Your Place of Residence screen appears, select your place of residence, then
click Next.
zThere are two ways of installing the MP Drivers and other software:
Easy Install: the items included on the Setup CD-ROM are installed automatically
Custom Install: you can select particular items to install
zWhen the User Registration screen appears, if you click Register and your computer is
connected to the Internet, the on-screen instructions to register your product will appear.
zRegistration can also be performed from the icon on the desktop after installation is
completed.
Information for Windows
Information for Macintosh
Note
zWhen installing the MP Drivers in Windows XP or Windows 2000, log on to the system as a
member of the Administrators group.
zBefore installing the drivers, disable all anti-virus
programs and automatically loading programs.
zIf the following screen appears automatically, remove
the USB cable connected to your computer. Next, click
Cancel to quit the screen and turn off the machine. Then
start the installation process again. For details on the
installation process, refer to your setup sheet.
zTo install Adobe®RGB (1998), click Custom Install and
follow the instruction on the screen.
zAdobe RGB (1998) cannot be installed in Windows Me
and Windows 98.
zWhen a message asking for your confirmation to restart
your computer appears during the installation process,
click OK. The system is restarted automatically.
zIf the connection is not recognized, refer to “Cannot
Install the MP Drivers” in the User’s Guide on-screen
manual.
Note
Before installing the MP Drivers, disable all anti-virus programs and automatically loading
programs or remove them from your system folder.
Users in Asia
To install the User’s Guide on-screen manual in a language other than the installed one, double-
click the Manual folder in Setup CD-ROM, Canon folder, and then copy a language folder to your
hard disk.

7Introduction
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Canon MP600.
This Quick Start Guide uses the following symbols to indicate important information. Always observe
the instructions indicated by these symbols.
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 that must be observed for safe operation.
Trademark Notices
z“Windows” and “Internet Explorer” are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation, registered in the
United States and other countries.
z“Macintosh” and “Mac” are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and
other countries.
z“Adobe” and “Adobe RGB (1998)” are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe
Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
z“SmartMedia” is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation.
z“MEMORY STICK”, “Memory Stick PRO”, “MEMORY STICK Duo” and “Memory Stick Pro Duo”
are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
z“xD-Picture Card” is a trademark of Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd.
z“MultiMediaCard” is a trademark of the MultiMediaCard Association.
z“SD card” and “miniSD Card” are trademarks of SD Association.
zSpecifications are subject to change without notice.
Copyright ©2006 CANON INC.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be transmitted or copied in any form
whatsoever without the express written permission.

8Selecting the Language for the LCD
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Selecting the Language for the LCD
1Press the HOME button. Wait for about 5 seconds, select , and then press the
OK button.
2Press the ]button to select , then press the OK button.
3Press the }button four times, then press the OK button.
If the Bluetooth unit is connected to the machine, press the }button five times, and then
press the OK button.
4Press the {or }button to select the language you want to be displayed, then
press the OK button.

9Loading Printing Paper
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Loading Printing Paper
Some types and sizes of paper are not loadable in the Cassette and requires the use of the Auto
Sheet Feeder. If you intend to use only the Cassette, check for any usage restrictions in advance.
1Pull out the Cassette from the machine.
2Load the paper in the Cassette with the print
side facing DOWN, aligning the paper stack
against the right side of the Cassette.
Do not load higher than the Load Limit Mark (A).
3Slide the paper guides (B) to fit to the loaded
paper stack.
4Insert the Cassette into the machine.
Push the Cassette all the way into the machine.
Important
zIf you cut plain paper to 4" x 6" / 101.6 x 152.4 mm, 5" x 7" / 127.0 x 177.8 mm, or 2.13" x 3.39" / 54.0 x
86.0 mm (credit card-size) for a trial print, it can cause paper jams.
zAlways load paper in portrait orientation. Loading paper in landscape orientation can cause the paper
to be jammed.
(A)
(B)

10 Loading Printing Paper
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5Put your finger in the rounded indent of the
Paper Output Tray (A) and open it gently, and
open the Output Tray Extension (B).
6Press the Paper Feed Switch (C) so that the
Cassette lamp (D) lights.
(B)
(C)
(D)
(A)

11Basic Operation for the Operation Panel
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Basic Operation for the Operation Panel
(A) HOME button
(B) Easy-Scroll Wheel
(C) OK button
Easy-Scroll Wheel
Turn the Easy-Scroll Wheel left or right to select the setting item. The selected item is
highlighted or surrounded by a frame. You can also use the {, }, [or ]button to select the
setting items.
HOME button
This section describe the procedure to display each mode from the HOME screen.
1Display the HOME screen.
(1) Press the HOME button.
The HOME screen will be displayed.
2Select the mode.
(1) Turn the Easy-Scroll Wheel to select the
mode, then press the OK button.
Example: Select Memory card.
The selected mode screen will be appeared.
You can select the following modes on the HOME screen:
Copy: You can copy in various layouts. See “Copying” on page 16.
Scan: You can save the scanned data to a connected computer using
the Operation Panel. See “Scanning Images” on page 15.
Photo index sheet: You can easily print the photos from a memory card using the
Photo Index Sheet. See “Printing Using the Photo Index Sheet”
on page 20.
Note
When you select a mode and press the Function
button (f2/Introduction), the instructions for the
selected mode are displayed.
(A) (B) (C)
(1)

12 Basic Operation for the Operation Panel
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Settings: You can perform the maintenance or change the various settings
of the machine. For details, refer to “When Printing Becomes
Faint or Colors Are Incorrect”, “Cleaning Your Machine”, or
“Changing the Machine Settings” in the User’s Guide on-screen
manual.
Easy photo reprint: You can scan printed photos and then print them. See “Photo
Printing from Photo” on page 21.
Memory card: Print the photo data stored in a memory card of a digital camera.
See “Printing from a Memory Card” on page 17.
Other Buttons
(A) NAVI button
(B) Function buttons
zNAVI Button
You can easily reach the function that you want to perform. Select what you want to do on the
navigation menu, then press the OK button.
zFunction Buttons
Two Function buttons enable you to select menus displayed at the bottom of the LCD.
The screen that appears when you press a Function button depends on the screen that is
displayed and which Function button you press.
(A) Function button (f1): When you press the Function button (f1/Remaining ink vol) on the
HOME screen, the remaining ink volume screen is displayed.
(B) Function button (f2): When you press the Function button (f2/Introduction) on the
HOME screen, the introductions for the selected mode functions are
displayed.
When you press them on screens other than the HOME screen, an operation procedure or
menus is displayed.
(A) (B)
(A) (B)

13Printing from Your Computer
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Printing from Your Computer
This section describes procedure for basic printing.
Printing with Windows
1Turn on the machine and load the paper in the machine.
2Make sure that the proper paper source is selected.
3Create a document or open a file to print using an appropriate application software.
4Select Print on the application software’s File
menu.
5Make sure that Canon MP600 Printer is
selected, and click Preferences (or
Properties).
6Specify the required settings and click OK.
Make sure that Paper Feed Switch is selected in
Paper Source.
7Click Print (or OK).
Note
For details on other printer driver functions, click Help
or Instructions to view the online help or the Printer
Driver Guide on-screen manual. Instructions is only
displayed when the on-screen manuals are installed.

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Printing with Macintosh
1Turn on the machine and load the paper in the machine.
2Make sure that the proper paper source is selected.
3Create a document or open a file to print using an appropriate application software.
4Select Page Setup on the application
software’s File menu.
5Confirm that MP600 is selected in Format
for.
6Select the desired paper size in Paper Size.
7Click OK.
8Select Print on the application software’s File
menu.
9Select Quality & Media in the pop-up menu.
10 Specify the required settings.
Make sure that Paper Feed Switch is selected in
Paper Source.
11 Click Print.
Note
For details on other printer driver functions, click to
view the Printer Driver Guide on-screen manual. If the
on-screen manuals are not installed, the Printer Driver
Guide on-screen manual is not displayed even if is
clicked.

15Scanning Images
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Scanning Images
You can scan images from the machine to a computer without printing them and save them in
popular file formats, such as JPEG, TIFF, bitmaps, or PDF. If you are scanning printed text, you can
use the OCR (Optical Character Recognition) software to convert it to text data.
Scanning Methods
Scanning Using the MP Navigator
Using MP Navigator, you can scan originals loaded on the Platen Glass and view images saved
on your computer or on a memory card. Scanned documents can be previewed and be easily
printed and edited according to your needs.
You can use the bundled software applications to edit or print the document you have scanned.
For detailed operations of the MP Navigator, refer to the Scanning Guide on-screen manual.
Scanning Using the Operation Panel of the Machine
1Turn on the machine.
2Load the original document on the Platen Glass.
3Select Scan on the HOME screen.
See “Basic Operation for the Operation Panel” on page 11.
4Select the scan operation, then press the OK button.
5Press the Color or Black button.
The operation to be performed after scanning the original depends on the scan operation
setting you have selected in step 4. For details on how to modify the operation settings, refer
to the Scanning Guide on-screen manual.
Scanning from an Application Software
You can scan an image from a TWAIN- or WIA- (Windows XP only) compliant application
software and handle the scanned image in the application software. For detailed operations,
refer to the Scanning Guide on-screen manual.

16 Copying
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Copying
Making Copies
This section describes the basic procedure to make copies.
1Turn on the machine.
2Select Copy on the HOME screen.
See “Basic Operation for the Operation Panel” on page 11.
3Load paper.
4Make sure that the proper paper source is selected.
5Specify copy settings.
(1) Confirm the page size, media type, or other
settings. To change the settings, select the
item and press the OK button.
(2) Use the +or -button to specify the number of
copies.
6Load the original on the Platen Glass.
7Press the Color button for color copying, or
the Black button for black & white copying.
Using Other Copy Functions
Reduced/Enlarged Copy
Reduces or enlarges copies.
Two-sided copy
Copies two original pages onto the sides of a single sheet of paper.
Borderless copy
Copies color images so that they fill the entire page without borders.
2-on-1 copy
Copies two original pages onto a single sheet of paper by reducing each image.
4-on-1 copy
Copies four original pages onto a single sheet of paper by reducing each image. Four different
layouts are available.
Image repeat
Copies an image multiple times onto a single page. For the number of times to repeat the image,
you can select from Auto layout or the machine’s pre-defined settings.
(1)
(2)