Canon Pixma Ip4500 Quick Start Guide

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Appendix
Specifications
General Specifications
Printing resolution (dpi) 9600 (horizontal)* x 2400 (vertical)
* Ink droplets can be placed with a pitch of 1/9600 inch at minimum.
Interface USB 2.0 High Speed*
* A computer that complies with USB 2.0 Hi-Speed standard is required. Since the 
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface is fully upwardly compatible with USB Full-Speed 
(USB 1.1), it can be used at USB Full-Speed (USB 1.1).
Print width 8.0 inches / 203.2 mm max.
(for Borderless Printing: 8.5 inches / 216...

88Appendix
zTo upgrade from Windows XP to Windows Vista,  first uninstall software bundled with the Canon 
inkjet printer. 
Minimum System Requirements
Note
Conform to the operating system’s requirements when higher than those given here. 
Operating System
Processor
RAM Windows Vista
Pentium II (including compatible processors)
300 MHz
128 MB
Windows XP SP1, SP2
Pentium II (including compatible processors)
300 MHz
128 MB
Windows 2000 Professional SP2, SP3, SP4
Pentium II (including compatible...

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Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions
Please read the safety warnings and cautions prov ided in this manual to ensure that you use the 
printer safely. Do not attempt to use the printer in any way not described in this manual.
Warning
z This 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.
z You may cause an electric shock, fire, or damage the printer if you ignore any of these safety...

90Safety Precautions
Cleaning the printer Use a damp cloth to clean the printer. Never use flammable 
solvents such as alcohol, benzene or thinners.
If flammable solvents come in contact with electrical 
components inside the printer, it could cause a fire or electric 
shock.
Always unplug the printer from the power outlet before cleaning the printer.
If you accidentally switch the printer on while cleaning it, you could injure yourself or damage the 
printer.
Maintaining the 
printer Do not attempt to...

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Safety Precautions
Working around the 
printer Never put your hands or fingers in the printer while it is printing.
Do not place any object on the printer.
Do not place metal objects (paper clips, staples, etc.) or containers of flammable solvents (alcohol, 
thinners, etc.) on top of the printer.
If any foreign object (metal or liquid) fall into the printer, unplug the power cord and call for service.
Do not transport or store the printer on a slant, vertically or upside-down, as the ink may leak and...

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Users in the U.S.A. 
„Regulatory Information
FCC Notice (U.S.A. Only)
For 120V, 60Hz model
Model Number: K10305
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Ru les. Operation is subject to the following two 
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful in terference, and (2) this device must accept any 
interference received, including interf erence 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...

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This limited warranty shall only apply if the Product is used in conjunction with compatible 
computers, peripheral equipment and software. Canon USA shall have no responsibility for such 
items except for compatible Canon brand peripheral equipment covered by a separate warranty 
(“Separate Warranty”). Repairs of such Canon brand peripheral equipment shall be governed by the 
terms of the Separate Warranty. Non-Canon brand equipment and software that may be distributed 
with the Product are sold “as...

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PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT OR THE PERSON FOR WHOM IT WAS PURCHASED AS A 
GIFT, AND STATES YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
Canon USA offers a range of customer technical support* options:
z Interactive troubleshooting, e-mail technical s upport, the latest driver downloads and answers to 
frequently asked questions ( www.canontechsupport.com )
z Toll-free live technical support Monday—Sat urday (excluding holidays) at 1-800-828-4040
z Telephone Device for the Deaf (TDD-1-866-251-3752)
z Repair or Exchange Service...

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Canon U.S.A., Inc.
One Canon Plaza
Lake Success, NY 11042
USA
Canon is a registered trademark of Canon Inc.
© 2007 Canon U.S.A., Inc. Canon is a registered trademark of Canon Inc. in the United States and 
may also be a registered trademark in other countries. 
 

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Index
A
Appendix 85
B
Before Using the Printer 2
CCanon U.S.A., Inc. Limited Warranty - U.S. Only 92
Cleaning exterior
 57
inside 59
protrusions inside the printer 62
roller 57
I
Ink Lamp ink level indication on the computer 29
ink level indication on the printer 28
L
Loading Printing Paper Cassette 14
envelopes 17
Rear Tray 12
recommended paper and requirements 5
small-sized paper 20
MMedia cannot use 6
specialty 4
Media Type 5
NNozzle Check Pattern examining 37
printing 35
P
Print Head automatic...