Canon Pixma Mp160 User Guide

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The following FINE Cartridges are compatible with this machine.
The following FINE Cartridges (High Yield) are also compatible with this machine.
For details on FINE Cartridge replacement, refer to “Replacing A FINE Cartridge” in this guide.
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For additional supplies, use the following descriptions and order numbers.
Description Order #
FINE Cartridges
PG-40 Black0615B002
CL-41 Color0617B002
PG-50 Black High Yield 0616B002
CL-51 Color High Yield 0618B002
Canon Specialty Papers
Photo Paper Plus Glossy (4 x 6/20 sheets) 7980A007 
Photo Paper Plus Glossy (4 x 6/50 sheets) 7980A012 
Photo Paper Plus Glossy (4 x 6/120 sheets) 7980A022 
Photo Paper Plus Glossy (5 x 7/20 sheets) 7980A019 
Photo Paper Plus Glossy (8.5 x 11/20 sheets) 7980A006 
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Photo Paper Plus Double Sided Album Kit (8.5 x 11)  0041B006 
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Photo Paper Plus Semi-Gloss (8.5 x 11/20 sheets)  8386A007
Photo Paper Pro for Borderless Printing (4 x 6/20 sheets)  1029A014 
Photo Paper Pro for Borderless Printing (4 x 6/75 sheets)  1029A027 
Photo Paper Pro All Occasion Photo Cards (4 x 8/50 sheets)  1029A055
Photo Paper Pro (8.5 x 11/15 sheets)  1029A004 
Photo Paper Pro (8.5 x 11/30 sheets)  1029A028 
Matte Photo Paper (8.5 x 11/50 sheets)  7981A004 
Photo Paper Glossy (4 x 6/50 sheets)  0755B021 
Photo Paper Glossy (4 x 6/100 sheets)  0775B022 
Photo Paper Glossy (8.5 x 11/50 sheets)  0775B023 
Photo Paper Glossy (8.5 x 11/100 sheets)  0775B024 
Glossy Photo Paper Credit Card Size  9157A023 
Photo Stickers  0001C001 
Transparencies (8.5 x 11/50 sheets)  1043A004 
High Resolution Paper (8.5 x 11/100 sheets)  1033A011 
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Disclaimer
Canon Inc. has reviewed this manual thoroughly in order that it will be an easy-to-use 
guide to your Canon MP180/MP160. All statements, technical information and 
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reliable, but the accuracy and completeness thereof are not guaranteed or warranted, and 
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warranties concerning the products described. Specifications are subject to change 
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this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy 
efficiency.
This machine supports Exif 2.21 (also called “Exif Print”). 
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.
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							Table of Contents
2
Safety Precautions ...........................................3
Reading The Document.................................... 8
Symbols Used In This Guide .......................... 8Legal Limitations On Use Of Your Product 
And Use Of Images ..........................................9
1 Before Printing .......................................10
Machine Parts And Their Functions.............. 10
Turning The Machine ON/OFF ..................... 14
Setting Documents ....................................... 15
General Paper Guidelines ............................ 16
Recommended Paper ................................... 17
Loading Paper .............................................. 23
2 Copying ...................................................26Making Copies .............................................. 26
Changing The Copy Settings (MP180) ......... 28
Advanced Copy Functions ............................ 32
3 Printing From A Memory Card 
(MP180) ................................................... 36
Using A Memory Card .................................. 36
Printing Photograph ...................................... 39
Print Settings ................................................ 48
4 Reading From And Writing 
To A Memory Card (MP180) ..................49
Setting Up The Card Slot As 
The Memory Card Drive Of The Computer... 49
5 Printing From Your Computer ..............51
Printing With Windows.................................. 51
Printing With Macintosh ................................ 54
6 Scanning Images....................................57About Scanning Images................................ 57
Scanning Methods ........................................ 57
7 Printing Photographs Directly 
From A Digital Camera ..........................60
Printing Photographs Directly 
From A PictBridge-Compliant Device ........... 60
8 Changing The Machine Settings 
(MP180) ................................................... 64
Changing The Settings ................................. 64
PRINT SETTINGS ........................................ 64
PICTBRIDGE SET ........................................ 65
OTHERS....................................................... 65
RESTORE DEFAULT ................................... 66
SAVE CONFGURATION .............................. 66
LOAD CONFGURATION .............................. 66
9 Routine Maintenance ............................ 67Replacing A FINE Cartridge ......................... 67
When Printing Becomes Faint Or 
Color Is Incorrect .......................................... 75
Printing The Nozzle Check Pattern .............. 76
FINE Cartridge Cleaning .............................. 78
FINE Cartridge Deep Cleaning ..................... 78
Aligning The FINE Cartridge......................... 79
Cleaning Your Machine ................................ 81
10 Troubleshooting .................................... 85An Error Message Is Displayed 
On The LCD/LED ......................................... 86
Cannot See The Display 
On The LCD/LED ......................................... 88
Ink Does Not Come Out/Printing Is Blurred/
Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks/
Straight Lines Are Misaligned/
Cannot Print To End Of Job ......................... 89
Back Of Paper Is Smudged/
Paper Does Not Feed Properly/
Printed Surface Is Scratched ........................ 92
Paper Jams .................................................. 94
Cannot Print Properly 
From A Photo Index Sheet (MP180) ............ 95
An Unintended Language is Displayed 
on the LCD (MP180)..................................... 95
Cannot Print Properly 
From The Digital Camera ............................. 96
Cannot Install The MP Driver ....................... 98
Cannot Connect To PC Properly .................. 99
Problems With Scanning ............................ 100
An Error Message Appears 
On The Screen ........................................... 103
For Windows Users .................................... 106
If You Cannot Solve The Problem .............. 107
11 Appendix .............................................. 108Printing Area ............................................... 108
Uninstalling The On-screen Manual ........... 111
Transporting The Machine.......................... 112
Specifications ............................................. 113
Regulatory Information................................. 117FCC Notice (U.S.A. Only) ........................... 117
Canon U.S.A., INC. 
LIMITED WARRANTY (USA Only)............. 118
Users In Canada .......................................... 121Customer Technical Supports .................... 121
Index............................................................ 122
 
						

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Safety Precautions
Please read the safety warnings and cautions provided in this guide to ensure that you use your 
machine safely. Do not attempt to use the machine in any way not described in this guide.
WarningYou may cause an electric shock/fire or damage the machine if you ignore any of 
these safety precautions.
Location Do not place the machine close to flammable solvents such as alcohol or thinners. If 
flammable substances come into contact with electrical parts inside the machine, it may 
result in fire or electrical shock.
Power supply Never attempt to plug or unplug the machine from the power supply when your hands are 
wet. This may result in electrical shock.
Always push the plug all the way into the power outlet. If the prongs of the power plug 
come into contact with metal objects, it may result in fire or electrical shock.
Never damage, modify, stretch or excessively bend or twist the power cord. Do not place 
heavy objects on the power cord. These actions may cause electrical damage and result in 
fire or electrical shock.
Never plug the machine into a power socket that is shared with other equipment (extension 
lead/cord, 2- or 3-way adapter, etc.). This may result in fire or electrical shock.
Plug the machine into a standard 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz (depending on your local 
electrical requirements), two-prong* grounded outlet. Operate the machine only from the 
type of power source indicated on the machines label or a fire, electrical shock, or 
malfunction may occur. If you are unsure of the type of power available, consult your local 
power company.
* The shape of the plug and outlet may vary depending on the country of purchase.
Do not allow the power cord to be near objects that emit heat. The outer cover of the power 
cord may melt resulting in fire or electrical shock.
Never use the machine if the power cord is bundled or knotted. Knots in the cord may 
result in fire or electrical shock.
If you detect smoke, unusual smells or strange noises around the machine, immediately 
unplug the machine at the power supply and contact your local authorized Canon dealer or 
the Canon help line.
Using the machine in such conditions may result in fire or electrical shock.
Periodically, unplug the machine and use a dry cloth to wipe off any dust or dirt collected 
on the plug and the power outlet.
If the machine is placed at a location exposed to a lot of dust, smoke, or high humidity, the 
dust collected on the plug absorbs moisture and may cause insulation failure and fire.
Maintenance Do not service the machine yourself except as specifically described in this guide. If further 
servicing is required, contact your local authorized Canon dealer or the Canon help line.
When storing the machine, choose a location where the machine is not exposed to dust. 
Dust accumulation may prevent the machine from operating properly.
Use a damp cloth to clean the machine. Never use flammable solvents such as alcohol, 
benzene or thinners. If flammable solvents come in contact with electrical components 
inside the machine, it could cause a fire or electrical shock.
Always turn OFF the power and unplug the machine from the power outlet before cleaning 
the machine.
If you leave ON or accidentally switch the machine ON while cleaning it, it may result in 
injury or damage the machine.
 
						

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Handling Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the machine. There are no user serviceable parts 
inside the machine.
The machine contains high-voltage components. Never attempt any maintenance 
procedure not described in this guide. Incorrect maintenance procedures may damage the 
machine, or cause a fire or electrical shock.
Do not drop paper clips, staples, or other metal objects inside the machine. Also do not 
spill water, liquid, or flammable substances inside the machine. If these items come into 
contact with high-voltage parts inside the machine, it may result in fire or electrical shock. 
If these items are dropped or spilled in the machine, turn OFF the power and unplug the 
power cord immediately with dry hands. Then contact your local authorized Canon dealer 
or the Canon help line.
Do not use flammable sprays near the machine.
This could cause a fire or electrical shock if the spray comes into contact with electrical 
components inside the machine.
There are high-voltage components inside the machine. If you are looking inside the 
machine to clear paper jams etc., do not allow metal objects such as jewelry to come into 
contact with the inside of the machine. Contact may result in burns or electrical shock.
Others When setting the machine near electric products with fluorescent lighting, separate the 
machine at least 5.9 inches (15 cm) from electric products equipped with fluorescent 
lighting. If you place it near to them, the machine may malfunction as a result of the noise 
emitted by the fluorescent lighting.
When turning OFF the power, be sure to press [ON/OFF] and confirm that the Alarm Lamp 
has shut off. If you pull the power plug out of the wall outlet while the Alarm Lamp is on, the 
FINE Cartridge is not protected, and you may not be able to print later.
CautionYou may cause injury or damage the machine if you ignore any of these safety 
precautions.
Location Do not block or cover the ventilation port or any openings on the machine with objects, as 
it may cause the inside of machine to overheat and cause a fire.
Place the machine on a flat, stable, vibration-free surface that is strong enough to support 
its weight. If the machine topples over, it may result in injury. (For the weight of the 
machine, see “Appendix” on page 108.
Do not use or store the machine outdoors.
Do not install the machine near devices that contain magnets or generate magnetic fields, 
such as speakers.
To ensure proper ventilation, make sure the machine is approximately 4 inches (10 cm) 
away from walls and other equipment.
Do not install the machine in a location that is very humid or dusty, in direct sunlight, 
outdoors, or close to a heating source.
Installing in such a location may result in fire or electrical shock.
To avoid the risk of fire or electrical shocks, install the machine in a location with an 
ambient temperature range of 41ºF to 95ºF (5ºC to 35ºC) and humidity of 10% to 90% 
(condensation free).
Do not place the machine on a thick rug or carpet.
If fibers or dust come inside the machine, it could cause a fire.
 
						

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Power supply Never remove the plug by pulling on the cord.
Pulling on the power cord may damage the cord and cause a fire or electrical shock.
When turning OFF the power, be sure to press [ON/OFF] or unplug the machine.
However, if the machine is unplugged during printing, the FINE Cartridge is not protected 
with the cap that prevents the ink from drying. This may affect the print quality of the 
machine when printing later.
During electrical storms, turn OFF the power and disconnect the power cord from the 
power outlet.
Do not use an extension cord as this may result in fire or electrical shock.
Ensure that the area around the power outlet is kept clear at all times so you can easily 
unplug the power cord if necessary. Otherwise you will be unable to disconnect the power 
plug in case of an emergency, and it may result in fire or electrical shock.
Never use a power supply source other than the one rated for the machine in the country 
where you purchased the machine as it may result in fire or electrical shock.
The operating requirement of this machine is as follows:
100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz (depending on local electrical requirements)
Do not plug the machine into the same circuit as appliances such as an air conditioner, 
television, or copier. These devices generate electrical noise which may interfere with your 
machine’s operation.
Whenever you turn OFF the power and unplug the machine, wait at least five seconds 
before you plug it in again.
Use only the power cord that came with the machine. Using a different power cord may 
cause electric leakage or damage to the machine.
Turn OFF the power and unplug the machine in the following conditions:
zWhen the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
zIf liquid has spilled into the machine.
zIf the machine has been exposed to rain or water.
zIf the machine does not operate normally when you have followed the instructions in the 
guides included with your machine.
zIf the machine does not operate normally when you have followed the instructions 
provided in “Troubleshooting” on page 85.
zIf the machine has been dropped or damaged.
zIf the machine exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for servicing.
Turn OFF the power and disconnect the power cord if the machine will not be used for a 
long period such as during holidays.
The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
 
						

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Handling Close the Document Cover gently to avoid catching your 
hand. Failing to do so may result in personal injury.
Do not press down hard on the Document Cover when 
using the Platen Glass to scan thick books. This may 
damage the Platen Glass and Document Cover, and/or 
result in personal injury.
Do not place the following objects on top of the machine. If such objects come into contact 
with internal electrical components, the machine may short-circuit, resulting in fire or 
electrical shock.
zMetal objects such as jewelry and watches
zContainers of water or other liquids such as glasses, vases, or pot plants
If water does spill inside the machine, turn OFF the power immediately by pressing the [ON/
OFF], and disconnect the power cord. Then, contact your local authorized Canon dealer or 
the Canon help line.
Do not touch the high-voltage electrical parts as this may result in electrical shock.
Do not place heavy objects on top of the machine as these may topple over and result in 
injury.
When removing paper jammed in the machine, be careful not to get ink on your hands or 
clothing. If ink gets on your hands or clothing, wash them soon in running water. If you use 
hot water, the ink may adhere and become difficult to remove.
After printing, do not touch the electrical contacts of the FINE Cartridge. They will be hot 
and may result in burns or electrical shock.
Do not subject the machine to strong physical shock or vibration. This can damage the 
machine’s components.
Before moving the machine, turn OFF the power and unplug the machine.
When moving the machine, carry the machine at both 
ends.
A distinct change in performance may indicate a need for servicing.
Do not insert your hands into the machine while it is printing.
Parts inside the machine are moving and this may result in injury.
Do not turn the machine upside down.
Ink may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the instructions in the guides since 
improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and require extensive repair 
by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
When storing or transporting the machine, do not tilt it, stand it on its side, or turn it upside 
down. Doing so may cause ink to leak out.
 
						

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FINE Cartridges (Ink 
Cartridges)For safety reasons, store FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges) out of the reach of small 
children.
If a child ingests any ink, consult a doctor immediately.
Do not shake FINE Cartridges (Ink Cartridges).
Ink may leak out and stain clothing or the surrounding area.
Never touch the nozzle and the gold terminal.
 
						

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Reading The Document
Symbols Used In This Guide
Please read the list below of symbols used in this guide. The following symbols are used to indicate 
important instructions. Be sure to obey these instructions.
WarningIndicates a warning concerning operations that may lead to death or 
injury to persons if not performed correctly. In order to use the machine 
safely, always pay attention to these warnings.
CautionIndicates a caution concerning operations that may lead to injury to 
persons or damage to property if not performed correctly. In order to use 
the machine safely, always pay attention to these cautions.
ImportantIndicates operational warnings and restrictions. Be certain to read these 
items to operate the machine correctly, and to avoid damage to the 
machine.
NoteIndicates notes for operation or additional explanations. Reading these is 
highly recommended.
Indicates the description of MP180.
Indicates the description of MP160.
Read this when the machine is connected to a Windows system.
Read this when the machine is connected to a Macintosh system.