Canon Printing Technology: ChromaLife 100+

ChromaLife 100+ is a new system of Canon printing technology to preserve long-lasting beauty of photos. In order to maximize the superior printing ability of the "FINE' print head, Canon continues to develop ink and paper specifically for PIXMA printer to enhance their performance. In 2008,a further advance has been achieved with the introduction of new genuine dye ink and genuine photo paper. The new system;ChromaLife 100+ provides longer-lasting...

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Change Paper Source Setting Canon Pixma MP638

Related models: Canon Pixma MP628,MP638,MP648,etc As we know that Canon Pixma MP638 has two paper source: Cassette and Rear Tray. Default setting of paper source of Canon Pixma MP638 define as: Casette for plain paper and Rear Tray for photo paper. But,sometimes we need to print on plain paper from specified paper source. Before doing this,we need to select paper source first. We can change paper source setting both from printer driver properties or from the printer menu. For this chance, I tell you how to set plain paper source directly from the...

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Canon Pixma iP1200 Self Test: Checking Nozzle Pattern Without Computer

Applicable models: Canon Pixma iP series: iP1200,iP1600,iP2200,iP1300,iP1700,iP1880,iP2580,iP1980 How can we check whether the printer work normally or not while we have no computer to connect?.  Well,actually we can perform self test on Canon pixma iP series listed above  without being connected to the computer. Just do following procedure. PROCEDURE: Power ON the printer and make sure that the cartridge are installed Set the paper in...

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The Most Extreme Sex Position of The World

Once in a while I write non printer related post that you can find under miscellaneous category even though my blog focused on printer topic. I just need refreshing like you all do :). Well,please check this one. Probably,this is the most extreme and dangerous sex position in the world ever. If you are not professional,please don't do this actio...

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Reset Waste Ink Counter Epson Stylus T10

Applicable Models:  Epson Stylus T10,T11 PROCEDURE Preparation: Download Adjustment Program for T10 (RAR file)! Extract the file Steps: Turn on the printer and connect the cable Click Loader.exe to run program On License Agreement window, click Accept button Click Select button Select the printer model Select auto detection on Port menu Click Particular Adjustment Mode Select Maintenance>Waste Ink Pad Counter The following...

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EEPROM Resetter for Epson T10

Related Models: Epson Stylus T10,T11This is an adjustment program software (EEPROM resetter) for Epson Stylus T10 and T11 inkjet printer series. The T10 EEPROM resetter is used to reset waste ink pad counter for Epson Stylus T10 and T11 colour printer. Please read reset procedure before using this software. Downlo...

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Access Maintenance Menu of Canon Pixma MP638

Canon Pixma MP638 is one of the latest canon multifunction printer which has Easy Scroll Wheel button. This button allow us move from one menu to another. In this chance I will lead you how to access maintenance menu of this printer without PC. Steps: Scroll the Easy Scroll Wheel until SETTING menu appears, press OK button When MAINTENANCE menu appears, press OK button Select the maintenance operation to perform: Nozzle Check Pattern: Print current pattern of the print head to check nozzle condition. Cleaning: Clean the print head nozzle to prevent...

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Reset Waste Ink Counter Canon i320

Applicable models: Canon i320,Pixus xnu i320 PROCEDURE Step I: Enter Service Mode Hold down POWER button Plug in power cable Press RESUME button twice in a row Step II: Operating EEPROM Resetter (General Tool)  Run General Tool.exe Connect USB cable Select USB PORT Under SET DESTINATION menu,click on: 1 for Pixus xnu i320,2 for i320 Exit General Tool and turn off the printer The EEPROM data is cleared by setting the destination of the printer...

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Reset Waste Ink Counter Canon i255

Applicable Models: Canon i series: i255,i250,i350,i355 This service action is needed to clear waste ink absorber full error of Canon i250,i255,i350,i355. PROCEDURE Step I: Enter Service Mode: Hold down POWER button Plug in power cable Press RESUME button twice in a row Step II: Operating EEPROM Resetter (General Tool) Connect USB cable Run General Tool.exe Select USB PORT Check EEPROM CLEAR check box Set A4 paper on sheet feeder Click TEST...

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Enter Service Mode Canon Pixma MX308

Applicable Models: Canon Pixma MX series: MX318,MX850,MX7600,etc In order to enter service mode of Canon Pixma MX308, please read carefully the following procedure. PROCEDURE Plug in power cable In OFF condition, press and hold STOP/RESET button Press and hold POWER button Release STOP/RESET button Press STOP/RESET button twice in a row Release POWER button In this state,the printer has been already in Service Mode and you can access some service actions from here. Source: Service Manual...

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Reactivate Ink Level Detection Function

Applicable Models:BJC series: bjc3000,8200,etcS series: s400,s600,s800,s6300,s9000,etci Series: i255,i320,i350,i355,i450,i550,i560,i850,i950,i6100,i6500,i9100,etcPixma series: ip1000,ip1200,ip1300,ip1500,ip1600,ip1700,ip2000,ip2200,ip3000,ip4000,ip1880,ip1980,ip3300,ip3500,ip4200,ip4500,ip5200,ip6700d,IX4000,IX5000,Pro9000,Pro9500,etcOne of visitor of this blog ask me how to reactivate (restore) ink level detection function of Canon ink jet printer. As I told you in the previous post,if you refill ink cartridge or ink runs out then message 'Low...

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Check Print Head Alignment Setting

Applicable Models:Canon i series: i255,355,i450,i550,i850,i950,i6100,i6500,i9100,etcCanon Pixma series: ip1000,ip1200,ip1300,ip3000,ip4500,ip3680,ip4680,IX4000,IX5000,Pro9000,Pro9500,etcTo check print head alignment setting of Canon inkjet printer ,please follow these steps:Right click in the printer driver name (e.g: Canon Pixma iP4200)Choose PropertiesClick on Maintenance tabOn Align head manually check box: - Checked : align the print...

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Print Head Alignment: Correct The Misalignment of Colors and Lines

Related Models:Canon i series: i255,355,i450,i550,i850,i950,i6100,i6500,i9100,etcCanon Pixma series: ip1000,ip1200,ip1300,ip3000,ip4500,ip3680,ip4680,IX4000,IX5000,Pro9000,Pro9500,etcTo correct misalignment of colors and line in canon ink jet printer we have to execute print head alignment procedure. There are two ways to execute print head alignment: auto print head alignment and manual print head alignment. In this post, we will use Canon Pixma...

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Colours and Lines Misalignment

Applicable Models:All Canon inkjet printer,most of other inkjet printer brandHave you ever experienced this problem with your inkjet printer?. The printing result of document or picture get little bit shadowed, some colors and lines are misalignment.Take it easy. It's not a big deal dude!. The problem frequently happens when we remove the print head or cartridge from carriage unit. And then, the print head is not always in proper position after we reinstall it.To correct this problem we have to execute Print Head Alignment operation from printer...

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EEPROM Resetter (General Tools) for Canon Pixma iP1200

Applicable models: Canon Pixma iP1200,iP1600,iP2200 This software is an EEPROM resetter (General Tools) to conduct various service actions for Canon Pixma iP1200,iP1600, and iP2200. This tool can be used for the two other models due its convertibility both in mechanical and electrical system. The following service actions can be performed by using this resetter (General Tools): Clear (reset) waste ink counter Clear EEPROM data Change the printer...

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Error Code: E5

Related models: Canon Pixma MP145,MP150,MP160 Error code E5 shows when one of (or both) the cartridge installed in the printer cannot be detected by the printer. Most common of this problem is caused by faulty cartridge. But actually there are some other possibilities such as: carriage unit or logic board is faulty. Sometimes dirty cartridge contact area may cause the same problem. To fix this problem, the simplest one is to clean the cartridge contact area and reinstall the cartridge. If the problem still persist, try to compare with good cartridge...

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EEPROM Resetter (General Tools) for Canon Pixma iP1300

Applicable models: Canon Pixma iP1300,iP1700 This is a EEPROM resetter (General Tools) for Canon Inkjet Printer Pixma iP1300 series. Due to its convertibility in mechanical and electrical system, It's can be used to perform various service actions both for Canon Pixma iP1300 and Canon Pixma iP1700 model. Here some of service actions that we can do with this resetter: Clear (reset) waste ink counter Clear EEPROM data Change the printer model name etc Get...

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Setting Ink Cartridge Canon Pixma ip1980: Keep Printing When Only One Cartridge Has Ink Inside

Applicable Models:  Canon Pixma iP series: iP1300,iP1700,iP1200,iP1600,iP2200,and iP1880  One day a visitor left comment in comment box asking: Is it true that ip1980 can't print while only one catridge operation. So, how i can keep printing when only 1 catridge that contain ink? ArcavaThanks to Arcava who has left her comment in my previous post Product Review: Canon Pixma ip1980. The question gives me a fresh idea to write this post...

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Reset Waste Ink Counter Canon Pixma MP110 (Complete Steps)

Applicable Models: Canon Pixma MP110,MP130 In the previous post I have written the procedure how to reset waste ink counter Canon Pixma MP110 to fix absorber full error. I split the procedure in to part: enter service mode and reset procedure itself. If you don't like the split procedure here I rewrite the complete one. PROCEDURE: I. Enter Service ModeTurn ON the printer Press these button in the following order correctly: MENU,SCAN,COPY,SCAN II. Reset Waste Ink Counter Press right arrow untill 'COUNTER ACCESS' appears Press OK Press right arrow...

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Error Types of Canon Printer

Generally, there are two types of error in Canon inkjet printer: Operator Call Error Service Call Error Operator Call Error is error in Canon inkjet printer at user level that might be overcame by the user with guidance of service engineer of Canon printer online from Canon Service Center. This error is represented by LED indicator blinking in orange. Service Call Error is error in Canon inkjet printer which cannot be overcame by the user. The printer needs some service actions in Canon Service Center and it may need some printer parts replacement...

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Enter Service Mode: Method II

Related Models: Canon i series:  i250,I255,I320I,350,I355 Canon Pixma series: ip1000,ip1200,ip1500,ip1600,ip2200,ip1300,ip1700,ip1880,ip1980This post will guide you how to enter service mode of Canon inkjet printers of models listed above. Please read carefully the following procedure. PROCEDURE: While the printer is in OFF condition, press and hold down POWER button Plug in power cable Press RESUME/CANCEL button twice in a row Now, the printer is already in service mode and the power lamp is standing by. We can access various...

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Reset Waste Ink Counter Canon Pixma MP160

Applicable Models: Canon Pixma MP180,MP170,MP150,MP145 As we know that we need to reset waste ink counter of the Canon inkjet printers to fix waste ink absorber full error. Please follow below procedure to reset waste ink counter Canon Pixma MP160. PROCEDURE I. Enter Service Mode: Plug in power cable Hold down STOP/RESET button Hold down POWER button Release STOP/RESET Press STOP/RESET twice in a row II.Execute Waste Ink Counter Reset Operation: Press STOP/RESET button 4 times (Indicator lamp will blink alternately Orange/Green each time the...

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Links List

After so long time I let this blog alone now it's time to get in touch with other blog via link list. Any blog please welcome. Please set my link,left your request in comment on this post and I set your link back.Here my blog you should set with:Anchor text: Inkjet Printer ZoneURL: http://ij-forum.blogspot.comCategory: Computer (if any)Please state this information in your comment:Anchor text: ....URL: ....Category: ...Many thanks,MY BLOG LINKS LISTComputerPrinter Manual & Parts Catalog ...

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Canon Pixma MX308: Service Call Error 6000

Error Code: 6000 Related Models: Canon Pixma MX308,MX318,MX700,MX850,MX7600 Have you ever experienced that your Canon Pixma MX308 displays 'Service Call Error 6000' on LCD?. At the same time the printer cannot feed the paper at all. So,what happen with the printer?. Now, we'll discuss about this problem. Service Call Error 6000 is error code generated by the printer when the Line Feed error occurs. The error rises since Line Feed (LF) encoder signal has problem causes the printer fail in line feeding process. The problem may happen under the...

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Canon Pixma MX Series: Fax Memory Reception

Related Models: Canon Pixma MX308,MX318,MX700,MX850,MX7600,etc. "My machine cannot print a fax. The document received in memory instead. at the same time I see the In Use/Memory lamp is lit"A friend submit the problem on www.fixya.com and request for the solution. Well,now we'll discuss about this topic. When the machine shows message 'Received in Memory' on the LCD and lamp 'In Use/Memory' is lit then it will not be able to print incoming fax document. This case may happen under one of the following conditions:Ink has run out: Replace the...

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Error Message: Check Ink U041

Related Models: Canon Pixma MX300,MX318,MX700,MX850,etc The error message 'Check ink U041' appears in LCD display when the ink indicated by the error message start running low or running out. At the same time, error message 'The following ink may have run out. Replace ink tank' shows in monitor. Since few amount of ink stays remain in cartridge sponge, we may continue printing few pages by deactivate ink level detection function....

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Printer Part: Logic Board

A main board (logic board) in a inkjet printer plays it main role as a control center of the inkjet printer operation. It arrange all of mechanical systems (such as paper feeding system, purging system,etc) and electrical systems (such as sensor,heater,carriage unit,motor driver,data transfer to/from computer,etc).The logic board provides important data (EEPROM data) that contains data such as: page counter, time setting, waste ink absorber counter,...

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Printer Part: Carriage Unit

Carriage unit (carriage part) is one of main inkjet printer part. Act as house of cartridge (print head) , it plays important role in an inkjet printer . Most of major brand of inkjet printer manufacturer such as Hewlett-Packard (hp), Epson, Lexmark, Canon , etc; adopt this part in all of their product. The carriage unit is driven by a carriage motor to move the cartridge right and left to exact position of ink drop zone on media surface. Smooth...

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Error Message: The Following Ink Tank cannot be Recognized (U043)

Related model: Canon Pixma MX700,MX850,MX7600 Have you ever seen this message 'The following ink tank cannot be recognized (U043)' appears in your Canon Pixma MX700 LCD?. What is it means?. This error message indicates that ink related problem happens. But, it may not exactly the problem is ink tank. You need to be wise to not judge that ink tank must be faulty. Please check this related post to know more. Read also: Error Message: Ink Tank not Install...

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Error Message: Ink Tank not Installed

Related Models:Canon Pixma MX700,MX850,MX7600,etcDescription: Ink Tank Cannot be RecognizedError Code: U043 (displasy in LCD)1660 (displasy in PC monitor)This error occurs when ink tank indicated by the error message cannot be detected by the printer (printer assume that ink tank is absent). In other word,no communication between ink tank and printer board.If you get this problem do not rush to conclusion that ink tank is faulty. Ink tank cannot be recognized due to several reasons: ink tank not installed properly,ink tank chip (built in) is faulty,...

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Carriage Error

Summary:This is one of most common problem of Canon inkjet printer. The error happens when carriage unit (carriage part) is faulty so that carriage unit cannot read film encoder properly. As a result, carriage unit movement no more under printer board's control.But note that in some cases, dirty film timing slit strip (Horizontal film encoder;available in Canon i series,pixma series) may cause the same symptom.Remedial action:Replace carriage unitWipe film timing slit strip with moistened clothes Replace film timing slit stripRelated post:Blinking...

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PIXMA: Behind Logo Type Design

PI = Pixel; represent the highest image quality.MA = Maximum and Power; represent the greatest speed.In this chance we talk about history of Canon inkjet printer PIXMA series name and logo type design.The 'X' in the PIXMA logo type design expresses the Canon approach. The 'X' symbolize the close link beetwen input and ouput.As the world's only manufaccturer with technological capabilities from the input through output stages,Canon will continue to...

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Reset Waste Ink Absorber Full Error: Canon Pixma MP145,MP150,MP160

Canon Pixma MP145(140 series),MP150,and MP160 have similar parts and model. No wonder if the way how to reset waste ink abosorber error of these printer is just the same.Check this following link to perform the procedureRelated posts:Reset Waste Ink Absorber Part 1...

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Canon Technology: Two Way Paper Feeding

Starting from previous of printer model e.g Canon pixma ip3000,Canon introduce two sources of paper feed for their new printer named two way paper feeding that aimed to reduce the amount of time required for changing paper types. These two sources of paper are :Rear Tray/Auto Sheet Feeder (ASF)Paper Tray / CassetteAuto Sheet Feeder is paper source located in back of the printer. The ASF usually used for:Photo paperThick paperLess sheet of paperPaper Tray/Cassette is paper source located in front of the printer,usually used for:Plain paperThin...

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Review: Canon Pixma MX868

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Canon Printer Service Mode

Service mode is printer mode which used to access various service actions of Canon printer such as EEPROM data printing, clear waste ink absorber counter, etc. Generally, there are 2 method in order to access service mode:Method I : Using button pressing combinationMethod II: Using button pressing combination and service software (General Tool)Related Post:Enter Service M...

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Paper Feed Error

This error occurs when the paper sensor detects no paper in paper tray or cassette. One of this condition may happen in this case:Paper is out or not set properlyPaper sensor is faultyUnidentified material blocking the sensor from paperSo,please check first whether paper is present in paper tray or not. If you are sure paper is present, set the paper properly then press Resume/Cancel button to continue printing.If the problem still persist, remove main cover and clear the paper path from the materi...

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BJC8200 Error Code List

Related models: Canon BJC8200,S800 Here are error code list for Canon BJC8200 and S800. Please check! Error Code List Paper Feed Error Indicator: Light in orange Beep: 2 times Paper Jam Error Indicator: light in orange Beep: 3 times Ink Out Error Indicator; light in orange Beep: 4 times BJ Cartridge not installed Indicator: light in orange Beep: 5 times BJ Cartridge mis-installed Indicator: light in orange Beep: 6 times BJ Cartrigde error Indicator: light in orange Beep: 7 times Waste Ink Full Warning Indicator: light in orange Beep: 8...

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BJC 6500,S4500 Errror Code List

Error code: 6800Description: EEPROM ERRORSymptom: blink in orange 3 times,beep 10 timesError code: 5100Description: Home position errorSymptom: blinks in orange 4 times,beep 10 timesError code: 5400Description: Printer temperature sensor errorSymptomp: blink in orange 5 times,beep 10 timesError code: 5B00Description: Waste ink full errorSymptom: blink in orange 6 times,beep 10 timesError code: 5200Description: Head temperature errorSymptom: blink in orange 7 times,beep 10 timesError code: 5600Description: Cartridge displaced errorSymptom: blink...

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Checking Printhead Nozzles Condition

Sometimes we need to know condition of the printhead of our printer. How to check it?. In order to know whether printhead nozzles are clogged of not perform following steps:* Set paper in sheet feeder * Right click in the printer driver name * Select Properties menu * Click Maintenance tab * Click on Nozzle Check buttonCheck printout of nozzles check pattern visually.Related posts:Unclogging Clogged Printhead Nozzles ...

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Unclogging Clogged Printhead Nozzles

Related model:Canon i series,Pixma iP seies,IX series,MP/MX seriesSummaryUsage of compatible ink and leave the printer idle too long may cause printhead clogging. What should you do if you get this problem. Relax,you may recover the printhead by unclogging it. Follow these steps to unclog the printhead:Right click in the printer driver nameSelect Properties menuClick Maintenance tabClick on Cleaning sign for regular cleaning. Perform this up to 3 times.If this does not work, perform Deep CleaningRelated posts:Checking Printhead Nozzles Condit...

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General Tools Pixma iP1200: Point to Point

Related Models:Pixma iP1200,1600,2200,1300,1700Summary:As I told you in previous post, General Tools Pixma iP1200 is applicable for iP1600 & 2200 since they are convertible. Event, this tools work in ip1300 & 1700 too. In this chance,I will explain more about General Tools ip1200; point to point.Note: click on image to view large image Here are the explanation about this tools:USB PORTClick to select active USB portTEST PRINTTo print test...

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Reset Waste Ink Counter:MP110,130

Below the procedure resetting waste ink counter of MP110 & 130:Turn ON the printerEnter service modePress right arrow untill 'COUNTER ACCESS' appearsPress OKPress right arrow untill 'ABS-M DOT COUNT' appearsPress COPY buttonSet 'ABS-M DOT COUNT' to 0 by pressing left arrowPress OKPress STOP/RESET to exit service modeRelated post:Enter Service Mode MP110,...

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Enter Service Mode: MP110,130

In order to enter Service Mode on MP110 & 130 series,perform following procedure:Turn ON the printerPress these button in right order:MENU>SCAN>COPY>SCANIn this step,the printer is already in service mode. Related posts:- ...

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Canon Technology: Dual Color Gamut Processing Technology

Pict. How Dual Color Gamut Processing Technology worksAll-in-one inkjet printers make copying easy. Especially when making copies of color photographs, in order to achieve faithful color reproduction, it is essential to reconcile the differences between the color range of the scanned original and the range of expression possible with the inkjet printer. Canon developed its Dual Color Gamut Processing Technology to faithfully reproduce the colors...

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Product Review: Canon Pixma MP245

Early in this year of 2009, Canon Inc released some Multifunction inkjet printers (MFP). One of them is Canon Pixma MP245. This printer is prepared to replace MP145.Some improvements applied in this printer are:Printing- Resolutions : 4800 x 1200 (max) with 2 picolitre* smallest ink droplet.- Speed: up to 19 ppm (monochrome) dan 15 ppm (color).- 4" x 6” (4R) borderless photo in approx. 45 sec- Borderless printing support A4 size- Latest FINE...

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Error Message: Check Ink U051,U059

Description:Cartridge Error, Cartridge not installed, Non supported cartridge is installedError Code appears in Monitor:1401,1485Related Models:Canon Pixma MX308,MX318, etcSummary:Error Message 'Check Ink U051' or 'Check Ink U059' appears when the ink cartridge is not installed properly, not actually installed, or non supported cartridge is installed.As a result the printer cannot detect the cartridge presence.Remedial action:Reinstall the cartridge properlyEnsure that you installed supported cartridge onlyReplace the cartridge Related posts:Blinking...

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Download Corner

Entering year of 2009 we make useful change to this blog. Realized that some posts in this blog need supporting software like General Tools (EEPROM resetter) we added important links to General Tools download. You also download these tools from below links.General Tools (EEPROM Resetter)Canoni320 Win98i320 WinXPi255_i355 Win98i255_i355 WinXPPixma ip1000 Win98_XPPixma ip1500 Win98_XPEEPROM Restore for Pixma ip6210d,6220d,MP150,170,450Tools & EEPROM Restore for Pixma ip1200,1600,2200Pixma ip1300,1700 WinXPPixma ip1880 (ip1980 compatible) WinXPMP...

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Error E27: a Video Support

Description:Waste Ink Absorber Full ErrorRelated Models:Canon Pixma MP140(5),150,160Related posts:Error Code: ...

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