Photo Printer

Getting Started

=Read Me First=

iP4600 series
Make sure to read this manual before using the printer. Please keep it in hand for future reference.

Contents

Turn the Power On 3 Install the Print Head 4 Install the Ink Tanks 5 Install the Software 6 Loading Paper

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Model Number: K10323(iP4600)
After Installing the Printer

Print Head

ink tank

power cord

Manuals Setup CD-ROM (containing the drivers, applications and on-screen manuals) Warranty MP-101 paper (for Automatic Print Head Alignment)
Before turning on the printer, remove all the protective sheets.
A USB cable is necessary to connect the printer with your computer.

Turn the Power On

(1) (2)
Plug in the power cord on the left side at the back of the printer and connect the other end to the wall outlet.
Press the ON button (A) to turn on the printer.
Confirm that the POWER lamp (B) lights green.
Do NOT connect the USB cable at this stage.
The printer may make some operating noises. This is normal operation.

Install the Print Head

(C) (A)
Open the Paper Output Tray (A) and the Top Cover (B).
The Print Head Holder (C) comes out. (This is where you install the Print Head.)
Raise the Print Head Lock Lever (D).
Firmly raise the Print Head Lock Lever until it stops. (The Print Head Lock Lever may feel heavy.) Do not handle the Print Head roughly such as applying them excessive pressure or dropping them. The Print Head Holder makes a noise as it moves. This is normal operation.
If the Print Head Holder does not move, make sure that the printer is turned on.
Remove the Print Head from the silver package.
Remove and discard the orange protective cap.
Tilt the Print Head and set it in place. Lower the Print Head Lock Lever (D) completely.
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. Be careful not to stain your hands.
Do not knock the Print Head against the sides of the Holder. Pinch the Print Head Lock Lever firmly and lower it gently. Once you have installed the Print Head, do not remove them unnecessarily.

Install the Ink Tanks

Pull the orange tape (1) in the direction of the arrow to peel off the protective film and remove the film (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 handle the ink tanks roughly such as applying them excessive pressure or dropping them.
If the Print Head Holder moves to the right, close and reopen the Top Cover. Be sure to use the supplied ink tanks. Do not hold the sides of the ink tank; ink may splash.

Install the In k Ta n k

Press the PUSH mark on the ink tank until it clicks into place.
Make sure the Ink lamp lights red.
Install all the other ink tanks in the same way.
Install all the ink tanks.

Close the Top Cover.

Wait until the POWER lamp lights green (about 6 minutes) and go to the next step. The printer may make some operating noises when preparing to print. This is normal operation.
Once you have installed the ink tanks, do not remove them unnecessarily. If an Alarm lamp (C) flashes orange, make sure that the Print Head and the ink tanks are correctly installed.
Match the labels when installing.
Make sure all the Ink lamp lights red.

Install the Software

To use the printer by connecting it to a computer, software including the drivers need to be copied (installed) to the computer's hard disk. 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.

Windows (P.8)

Quit all running applications before installation. You need to 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 click OK, and do not remove the Setup CD-ROM during restarting. The installation resumes from where it left off when your computer has been restarted. Mac OS 9, Mac OS X Classic environments, or Mac OS X v.10.3.8 or earlier are not supported.

Macintosh (P.16)

Windows
If the Found New Hardware or Found New Hardware Wizard screen appears:
Press the ON button (A) to TURN OFF THE PRINTER. the USB 1 Removecomputer. cable connected to your
The screen may close. In this case, proceed from.
Turn on the computer, then insert the Setup CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
The setup program should run automatically. Windows Vista Windows XP/2000 Go to Step Go to Step.
2 Click Cancel to quit the screen. 3 Proceed from.
Operating noise continues for about 30 seconds until the printer turns off. Make sure that the POWER lamp (B) stops flashing.
If the program does not start automatically, doubleclick the CD-ROM icon on the computer. When the CD-ROM contents appear, double-click MSETUP4. EXE.

Windows Vista

AutoPlay screen appears, click Run Msetup4.exe.
User Account Control screen appears, click Continue.
If the same screen reappears in subsequent steps, click Continue.

Click Easy Install.

Click Install.
Move the cursor over items to display explanations.
The drivers, application software, and on-screen manuals are installed automatically.
Read the License Agreement screen carefully and click Yes.

Installation starts.

If you want to select particular items to install, click Custom Install and follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the installation.
Follow any on-screen instructions to install the software.
When the Printer Connection screen appears, connect one end of the USB cable to the computer, the other to the printer, then TURN THE PRINTER ON.
It takes about 15 seconds for the POWER lamp to light green. When the printer is recognized by the computer, a message appears on the screen. If you cannot go to the next procedure after 10 minutes, click Help and confirm the message.

The USB port is located on the right side at the back of the printer.
Align the Pr i n t H e a d
When the Print Head Alignment screen appears, load a sheet of supplied speciality paper (MP-101) in the Rear Tray (C).

Click Execute.

Be sure to use the supplied speciality paper (MP-101) for Automatic Print Head Alignment. MP-101 cannot be fed from the Cassette. Load it in the Rear Tray. MP-101 has the front and back sides. Load it with the whiter side facing up.
For details, refer to "6 Loading Paper" on page 22.
When the Start Print Head Alignment screen appears, click Align Print Head.
Click OK in the subsequent message. Printing of the pattern starts. Wait until the pattern printing ends (about 7 minutes), and go to the next step.
Make sure that the pattern shown is printed, then click Next on the Print Head Alignment screen.
Print Head Alignment is now complete.
When Print Head Alignment cannot be executed properly, the Alarm lamp will flash orange 11 times. In this case, refer to "When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect" in the on-screen manual: Basic Guide. Make sure that the Output Tray Extension (D) is extended. The pattern is printed in blue and black.
When the Load plain paper into the cassette screen appears, load plain paper in the Cassette (E) and click Next.

Click Next.

It may take a while for the next screen to appear. Click Next only once.

Serial Number *******

If connected to the Internet, the user registration page appears. Follow the onscreen instructions to register your product. You will need your product serial number, which is located on the inside of the printer.
When the Extended Survey Program screen appears, confirm the message.
If you can agree, click Agree. If you click Do not agree, the Extended Survey Program will not be installed. (This has no effect on the printer's functionality.)

Click Exit.

If Restart is displayed, make sure that the Restart the system now (recommended) check box is selected, then click Restart. Remove the CD-ROM after clicking Restart and restarting the computer.
Internet connection is required. (Connection fees apply.)
To register later, click Cancel. User Registration can be started from the Solution Menu icon. For details, refer to "Solution Menu" on page 26.

Next, read "6 Loading Paper" on page 22!

Macintosh

Connect one end of the USB cable to the computer and the other to the printer.
Make sure the printer is turned on.
Double-click the Setup icon.
If the CD-ROM folder does not open automatically, double-click the CANON_IJ icon on the desktop.
Enter your administrator name and password. Click OK.
If you do not know your administrator name or password, click Help, then follow the onscreen instructions.
A l i g n t h e Print Head
When the Start Setup screen appears, click Execute.

Click Restart.

The Print Head Alignment screen appears after the computer has been restarted.
Load a sheet of supplied speciality paper (MP-101) into the Rear Tray (A).
When this screen appears, click OK.
Printing of the pattern starts. Wait until the pattern printing ends (about 7 minutes), and go to the next step.
Make sure that the Output Tray Extension (B) is extended.
Make sure that the pattern shown is printed.
When the Load plain paper into the cassette screen appears, load plain paper in the Cassette (C) and click Next.
When Print Head Alignment cannot be executed properly, the Alarm lamp will flash orange 11 times. In this case, refer to "When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect" in the on-screen manual: Basic Guide. The pattern is printed in blue and black. For details, refer to "6 Loading Paper" on page 22.
Remove the Setup CD-ROM and keep it in a safe place.

Loading Paper

This section explains how to load paper in the Cassette (A) and Rear Tray (B).

(B) (D)

Load in the Cassette

(A) (C)

Pull out the Cassette (A) and remove the Cover (E).
Pull the Tab (F) in the direction of the arrow and extend the Cassette.
Move the Paper Guides (G) and (H) to both edges.
The Cassette (A) supports plain paper (C) only. To print Photo Paper/Hagaki (D), be sure to load it in the Rear Tray (B).

(I) (G)

Load paper.
Slide the Paper Guide (H) to align with the mark of paper size.
The Paper Guide (H) will stop when it aligns with the corresponding mark of paper size.
Slide the Paper Guide (G) against left edge of the paper.
Do not exceed the Load Limit Mark (I).
Attach the Cover (E) and insert the Cassette into the printer until it clicks into place.
Load paper with the printing side facing down.
There may be a little space between the Paper Guide and the paper stack.
To print on speciality paper, be sure to load it in the Rear Tray.

(K) (J)

Load paper in the Rear Tray

(L) (L) (L)

Open the Rear Tray Cover (J), and pull up the Paper Support (K).
Move the Paper Guides (L) to both edges.
Load paper in the center of the Rear Tray.
Slide the left and right Paper Guides (L) against both edges of the paper.
Do not exceed the Load Limit Mark (M).
Load paper in portrait orientation with the printing side facing up.
For details on media sizes and types you can use, refer to "Loading Paper" in the on-screen manual: Basic Guide.
Printer installation is now complete!

Ma n u a l s

Safety Precautions
Safety and Environment I n f o r m a t i on
For proper use, read safety precautions before using the product.
Getting Started (this manual)
Basic Guide (on-screen manua l )
Advanced Guide (on-screen manual)
Describes how to set up and use your printer. Introduces the printer and its functions, the included manuals and application software.
Describes the basic operations and gives an introduction to other functions available.
Describes various operating procedures to make full use of the printer. Also includes "Troubleshooting" information for your printer.

Sol u t i o n M e n u

Solution Menu is a g a t e w a y t o f u n c t i o n s a n d i n f o r m a t i o n t h a t a l l o w y o u t o m a k e f u l l u se of the printer!
Example: Windows Vista Open various applications and on-screen manuals with a single click. You can start Solution Menu from the Solution Menu icon on the desktop (Windows) or on the Dock (Macintosh). If you have a problem with printer settings, click the Change settings or find solutions to problems icon in Solution Menu to open My Printer (Windows only).
*The buttons displayed vary depending on the country or region of purchase.
Usi n g Yo u r P r i n t e r
This printer allows you to print in various ways using the printer driver and application software installed on the computer. For example, you can print borderless photos, and create your own calendar etc. easily.
For detailed operating procedures and functions, refer to the on-screen manuals.
Now lets use the printer!
Print Photos from a Computer
Easy-PhotoPrint EX allows you to print photos easily. This section explains how to print borderless photos using 4" x 6" size Photo Paper Plus Glossy II. The screens are based on Windows Vista.
In Solution Menu, click OneClick to Photo Print.
Easy-PhotoPrint EX starts.
Select the image you want to print in a folder, then click Layout/Print.

When a photo is selected, the number of copies is set to "1."
Load a sheet of photo paper in the Rear Tray (A) in portrait orientation.
Load paper with the printing side facing up.

Click Print.

Printing will start.
For opening Solution Menu, refer to "Solution Menu" on page 26. For more information refer to the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide. 28
On Macintosh, if the Print screen is displayed, click Print to start printing.

Specifications

General Specifications
Printing resolution (dpi) Interface 9600 (horizontal)* x 2400 (vertical) * Ink droplets can be placed with a pitch of 1/9600 inch at minimum. USB Port: Hi-Speed USB* Direct Print Port: PictBridge * A computer that complies with Hi-Speed USB standard is required. Since the Hi-Speed USB interface is fully upwardly compatible with USB 1.1, it can be used at USB 1.1. Print width 8 inches / 203.2 mm (for Borderless Printing: 8.5 inches / 216 mm) Acoustic noise level Approx. 45.5 dB(A) * When printing in the standard print quality mode on Photo Paper Plus Glossy II. Operating Temperature: 5 to 35C (41 to 95F) environment Humidity: 10 to 90% RH (no condensation) Storage Temperature: 0 to 40C (32 to 104F) environment Humidity: 5 to 95% RH (no condensation) Power supply AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption Printing: Approx. 14 W Standby (minimum): Approx. 1.3 W OFF: Approx. 0.5 W External dimensions Approx. 17.0(W) x 11.7(D) x 6.0(H) inches Approx. 431(W) x 296(D) x 153(H) mm * With the Paper Support and Paper Output Tray retracted. Weight Approx. 5.7 kg (Approx. 12.4 lb) * With the Print Head and ink tanks installed. Print Head/ink Total 4,416 nozzles (PgBK 320 nozzles, Y/DyeBK each 512 nozzles, C/M each 1,536 nozzles)
Minimum System Requirements
Conform to the operating systems requirements when higher than those given here.
Additional System Requirements for the on-screen manuals
Browser: Easy Guide Viewer Note: Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later must be installed. The 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. Browser: Help Viewer Note: The on-screen manual may not be displayed properly depending on your operating system. We recommend that you keep your system up to date.
Operating System Processor RAM

Windows Vista 1 GHz processor 512 MB
Mac OS X v.10.5 Intel processor, PowerPC G5, PowerPC G4 (867 MHz or faster) 512 MB Mac OS X v.10.4 Intel processor, PowerPC G5, PowerPC G4, PowerPC GMB Mac OS X v.10.3.9 PowerPC G5, PowerPC G4, PowerPC GMB
Windows XP SPMHz processor 128 MB Windows 2000 Professional SPMHz processor 128 MB
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Note: Operation can only be Note: Hard Disk must be formatted guaranteed on a PC with Windows as Mac OS Extended (Journaled) Vista, XP or 2000 pre-installed. or Mac OS Extended. Browser Internet Explorer 6.0 or later Safari Hard Disk Space 450 MB 550 MB Note: For bundled software Note: For bundled software installation. installation. CD-ROM Drive Required Display SVGA 800 x 600 XGA 1024 x 768 To upgrade from Windows XP to Windows Vista, first uninstall software bundled with the Canon inkjet printer.
About Consumables Consumables (ink tanks / FINE Cartridges) are available for 5 years after production has stopped.

Getting Help from Canon

Email Tech Support www.canontechsupport.com Toll-Free Live Tech Support (1-800-828-4040)
This option provides live telephone technical support, free of service charges, Monday-Friday (excluding holidays), during the warranty period. Telephone Device for the Deaf (TDD) support is available at (1-866-251-3752).

Ordering Information

The following ink tanks are compatible with this product.
CLI-221 Black CLI-221 Magenta CLI-221 Cyan PGI-220 Black CLI-221 Yellow
2946B001 2948B001 2947B001 2945B001 2949B001

Order #

Call 1-800-OK-CANON to locate a dealer near you, or visit the Canon eStore at www.canonestore.com

www.usa.canon.com

QT5-1617-V01

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CANON INC.2008

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