Canon Pixma Ip110 User Guide

RestrictionsIf you use a printer over the wireless LAN, the printer may recognize nearby wireless systems, you should
set a network key (WEP or WPA/WPA2) to the access point to encrypt wireless transmission. Wireless
communication with a product that does not comply with the Wi-Fi standard cannot be guaranteed.
Connecting with too many computers may affect the printer performance, such as printing speed.251
 

About FirewallA firewall is a function of the security software installed in the computer or operation system for computer,
and is a system that is designed to prevent unauthorized access to a network.
Precautions When a Firewall Function is Enabled•
A firewall function may limit communications between a printer and a computer. This may disableprinter setup and communications.
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During the printer setup, you may be prompted to enable or disable communications, depending onthe firewall function of the...

Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality
Useful Information about Ink
Key Points to Successful Printing
Be Sure to Make Paper Settings after Loading Paper
Canceling a Print Job
Printer Handling Precautions
Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality
Precautions for Safe Transport of the Printer
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Useful Information about InkHow is ink used for various purposes other than printing?Ink may be used for purposes other than printing. Ink is not only used for printing, but also for cleaning the
print head to maintain the optimal printing quality.
The printer has the function to automatically clean the ink jet nozzles to prevent clogging. In the cleaning procedure, ink is pumped out from the nozzles. Used ink for nozzle cleaning is limited to a small amount.
Does black-and-white printing use color ink?...

Key Points to Successful PrintingCheck the printer status before printing!•
Is the print head OK?
If a print head nozzle is clogged, print will be faint and papers will be wasted. Print the nozzle check
pattern to check the print head.
Maintenance Procedure
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Is the inside of the printer smeared with ink?
After printing large quantities of paper or performing borderless printing, the area where papers go through may get smeared with ink. Clean the inside of your printer with 
Bottom Plate Cleaning .
Set...

Be Sure to Make Paper Settings after Loading PaperIf the media type setting is not the one for the loaded paper, printing results may not be satisfactory. After
loading paper, be sure to select the appropriate media type setting for the loaded paper.
Print Results Not Satisfactory
There are various types of paper: paper with special coating on the surface for printing photos with optimal quality and paper suitable for documents.
Each media type has specific preset settings, such as how ink is used and...

Canceling a Print JobNever press the ON button!
If you press the  ON button while printing is in progress, the print data sent from the computer queues in
the printer and you may not be able to continue to print.
Press the  RESUME/CANCEL  button to cancel printing.257
 

Printer Handling PrecautionsDo not place any object on the print head cover!
Do not place any object on the print head cover. It will fall into the rear tray when the print head cover is
opened and cause the printer to malfunction. Also, place the printer where objects will not fall on it.258
 

Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing QualityThe key to printing with the optimal printing quality is to prevent the print head from drying or clogging.Always observe the following rules for optimal printing quality.
Never unplug the power cord until the power is turned off!If you press the  ON button to turn off the power, the printer caps the print head (nozzles) automatically to
prevent from drying. If you unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before the  POWER lamp is not lit,
the print head will...

Precautions for Safe Transport of the PrinterWhen relocating the printer, make sure of the following.
Important
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Pack the printer in a sturdy box, using sufficient protective material to ensure safe transport.
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With the print head and ink tank left installed in the printer, press the  ON button to turn off the power.
This allows the printer to automatically cap the print head, thus preventing it from drying.
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Do not transport or store the printer with the front of printer (the paper output slot cover...