Canon Pixma Mp160 User Guide

							Chapter 1 19Before Printing
„Canon Genuine Media
Canon recommends that you use genuine Canon paper to insure optimal print quality.
Paper TypeSizePurposeGuidelines And Restrictions
High 
Resolution 
PaperLetter (8 1/2 in. x 11 in./
215.9 mm x 279.4 mm)
A4 (8 1/4 in. x 11 3/4 in./
210 mm x 297 mm)Printing from your 
computer/photo 
printing/copyingThis type of paper provides better 
color reproduction than plain paper.
It is suitable for printing business 
documents that feature graphics 
and for photographs.
Load the paper with the whiter side 
facing up.
If the paper curls, remove each 
sheet as it is delivered in the Paper 
Output Tray.
Glossy 
Photo PaperLetter (8 1/2 in. x 11 in./
215.9 mm x 279.4 mm)
A4 (8 1/4 in. x 11 3/4 in./
210 mm x 297 mm)
4 x 6 (4 in. x 6 in./
101.6 mm x 152.4 mm)
Credit Card 
(54 x 86 mm)Printing from your 
computer/photo 
printing/copyingThis paper is thicker than High 
Resolution Paper and has a glossy 
surface to produce near 
photographic quality printouts.
By using borderless printing, you 
can print without any white borders.
Do not touch the printing surface 
until the ink has dried.
Load the paper with the whiter side 
facing up.
Do not use the loading support 
sheet included with this paper.
If the ink takes a long time to dry, 
remove each sheet as soon as it is 
printed.
Matte Photo 
PaperLetter (8 1/2 in. x 11 in./
215.9 mm x 279.4 mm)
A4 (8 1/4 in. x 11 3/4 in./
210 mm x 297 mm)
4 x 6 (4 in. x 6 in./
101.6 mm x 152.4 mm)Printing from your 
computer/photo 
printingThis paper is thick and has a matte 
finish.
This is matte water-resistant paper 
and provides superior color 
reproduction. 
It is suitable for a variety of printing 
purposes such as paper crafts, 
calendars and matte photographs.
By using borderless printing, you 
can print without any white borders.
Load the paper with the whiter side 
facing up.
Do not touch the printing surface 
until the ink has dried.
Remove each sheet from the Paper 
Output Tray as soon as it is printed.
 
						

							20Chapter 1Before Printing
Photo Paper 
Plus Double 
SidedLetter (8 1/2 in. x 11 in./
215.9 mm x 279.4 mm)
A4 (8 1/4 in. x 11 3/4 in./
210 mm x 297 mm)
5 x 7 (5 in. x 7 in./
127.0 mm x 177.8 mm)Printing from your 
computer/photo 
printingThis is a thick paper with a glossy 
water-resistant coating and provides 
superior color reproduction.
It is ideal for printing high-quality 
photographs.
Both sides of the paper can be 
printed on.
Load one sheet at a time in the 
Auto Sheet Feeder when manually 
making double-sided prints.
Remove each sheet from the Paper 
Output Tray as soon as it is printed.
Photo Paper 
Plus GlossyLetter (8 1/2 in. x 11 in./
215.9 mm x 279.4 mm)
A4 (8 1/4 in. x 11 3/4 in./
210 mm x 297 mm)
4 x 6 (4 in. x 6 in./
101.6 mm x 152.4 mm)
5 x 7 (5 in. x 7 in./127 
mm x 177.8 mm)Printing from your 
computer/photo 
printingThis is a thick paper with a glossy 
water-resistant coating and 
provides superior color 
reproduction.
It is ideal for printing high-quality 
photographs.
By using borderless printing, you 
can print without any white borders.
Load the paper with the glossy side 
facing up.
Remove each sheet from the Paper 
Output Tray as soon as it is printed.
Photo Paper 
Plus Semi-
glossLetter (8 1/2 in. x 11 in./
215.9 mm x 279.4 mm)
A4 (8 1/4 in. x 11 3/4 in./
210 mm x 297 mm)
4 x 6 (4 in. x 6 in./
101.6 mm x 152.4 mm)
8 x 10 (8 in. x 10 in./
203.2 mm x 254.0 mm)Printing from your 
computer/photo 
printingThis is a matte water-resistant 
paper and provides superior color 
reproduction.
It is ideal for printing high-quality 
photographs.
By using borderless printing, you 
can print without any white borders.
Load the paper with the glossy side 
facing up.
Remove each sheet from the Paper 
Output Tray as soon as it is printed.
Paper TypeSizePurposeGuidelines And Restrictions
 
						

							Chapter 1 21Before Printing
Photo Paper 
ProLetter (8 1/2 in. x 11 in./
215.9 mm x 279.4 mm)
A4 (8 1/4 in. x 11 3/4 in./
210 mm x 297 mm)
4 x 6 (4 in. x 6 in./
101.6 mm x 152.4 mm)
Wide (4 in. x 7.1 in./
101.6 mm x 180.6mm)
8 x 10 (8 in. x 10 in./
203.2 mm x 254.0 mm)Printing from your 
computer/photo 
printing/copyingThis is a thick paper with a treated 
surface that enhances gloss and 
provides superior color reproduction 
and good lightfastness.
It is ideal for printing high-quality 
photographs.
By using borderless printing, you 
can print without any white borders.
For 4 x 6 paper, by printing the 
image beyond the perforations, you 
can then trim the borders to 
produce a photograph without any 
white borders.
Do not trim the borders before 
printing.
Load the paper with the glossy side 
facing up.
For 4 x 6 cards, remove the cards 
from the Paper Output Tray before 
the count reaches 20.
For other than 4 x 6 cards, 
remove the paper from the Paper 
Output Tray before the count 
reaches 10.
For additional information on Photo 
Paper Pro, see page 22.
Photo 
Stickers4 x 6 (4 in. x 6 in./
101.6 mm x 152.4 mm)Printing from your 
computer/copyingThis is a peel-and-stick sheet that 
allows you to make original photo 
stickers using your own 
photographs.
On each sheet, you can print 16 
photo stickers with excellent 
printing qualities.
Load only one sheet at a time with 
the glossy side up. Printing on the 
reverse side can stain the inside of 
the machine or your clothes.
Place the sheet in portrait 
orientation in such a manner that 
the top margin is larger than the 
bottom margin. For more 
information, refer to the instructions 
on the back of the sheet package.
If a sheet is curled, uncurl it before 
loading.
Remove each sheet from the Paper 
Output Tray as soon as it is printed.
Do not use a sheet if any stickers 
are becoming unstuck or are 
missing from the sheet.
Paper TypeSizePurposeGuidelines And Restrictions
 
						

							22Chapter 1Before Printing
zPhoto Paper Pro Guidelines
zDo not touch the print surface until the ink is dry (approx. 30 minutes). Colors in dark images 
may appear indistinct at first, but will become clearer after approx. 30 minutes.
zImages may smudge if you place them in an album before the ink is completely dry. It is 
recommended that you allow the ink to dry for 24 hours.
zDo not attempt to dry the ink with a hair dryer or by exposing printouts to direct sunlight.
zDo not store or display printouts in hot, damp, or humid conditions. Never expose them to 
heat or direct sunlight.
zStore printouts in photo albums, photo frames, or presentation binders to protect them from 
direct exposure to air or sunlight.
zDo not mount printouts in an adhesive-type album as you may not be able to remove them.
zBe aware that some types of clear plastic folders and albums may cause the edges of the 
paper to turn yellow. T- Sh i r t  
TransfersA4 (8 1/4 in. x 11 3/4 in./
210 mm x 297 mm)Printing from your 
computerThis paper is used to produce iron-
on transfers.
Use mirror printing to print the 
image onto the T-Shirt Transfer.
T-Shirt Transfers can only be used 
when printing from your computer.
Load the paper with the side that 
does not have green lines facing up.
If the T-Shirt Transfer is curled, 
flatten it by curling it in the opposite 
direction.
The T-Shirt Transfer should be 
used as soon as it is printed.
Refer to the manuals supplied with 
the T-Shirt Transfer for details on 
how to use this paper.
Paper TypeSizePurposeGuidelines And Restrictions
 
						

							Chapter 1 23Before Printing
Loading Paper
„Loading Paper
Follow this procedure:
1Open the Paper Support (1), then pull out the Paper Support Extension (2).
2Place a stack of paper (print side up) in the Auto Sheet Feeder (1), pinch the Paper 
Guide (A) and adjust it to the left side of the stack (2).
zSet the Paper Thickness Lever to the correct position for the paper. (See page 17)
NoteSet the Lever to the left for most paper. When the Lever is set to the right, 
the confirmation message appears before the machine starts printing. 
(MP180)
ImportantMake sure the stack does not exceed the Load Limit Mark (B).
(1)
(2)
(2)
(A)(B)
(1)
 
						

							24Chapter 1Before Printing
„Loading Envelopes
Follow this procedure:
1Open the Paper Support, then pull out the Paper Support Extension.
2Prepare the envelopes for loading.
ImportantzPress down firmly on the edges of the envelopes to make the folds 
crisp. Also, press firmly on the area that corresponds to the edges of 
the back flap.
zRemove any curling by holding the edges diagonally and bending 
them gently.
zIf the edges of the envelope are inflated or curled, place the envelope 
on a flat surface. With a pen, press down while moving it from the 
center toward the edges of the envelope.
zEnsure that no curl or puff exceeds 1/8 in. (3 mm).
 
						

							Chapter 1 25Before Printing
3Place the stack of envelopes (print side up) in the Auto Sheet Feeder (1), pinch the 
Paper Guide (A) and adjust it to the left side of the stack (2).
zLoad the envelopes in the Auto Sheet Feeder with the short side down.
zSet the Paper Thickness Lever to the right.
ImportantMake sure the stack does not exceed the Load Limit Mark (B).
(A)(2)(B)
(1)
 
						

							Chapter 2
26Chapter 2Copying
Copying
Making Copies
This section describes the basic procedure to make copies.
1Load the paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder.
2Press [COPY].
3Use [ ] or [ ] to select the number of copies (max. 99 copies).
4Adjust the settings for your document as necessary.
5Load the document on the Platen Glass.
6Press [Color] for color copying, or [Black] for black & white copying.
The machine starts copying.
NoteFor details on paper, see page 17.
NoteFor the maximum load limit for the paper you are using in the Auto Sheet 
Feeder, see page 17.
NotezTo select the paper size and type, see page 28.
zTo select the image quality, see page 29.
zTo select the scanning exposure, see page 29.
zTo select the copy ratio, see page 30.
NoteFor details on how to load documents, see page 15.
NoteTo cancel copying, press [Stop/Reset].
Ex:100%A4STD03PLAIN
 
						

							Chapter 2 27Copying
1Load the paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder. (See page 23)
2Press [+] repeatedly to select the number of copies (max. 20 copies).
3Press [Paper] repeatedly to select the paper size and type.
The Paper Lamp indicates the selected paper size and type. 
A4 or Letter Photo Paper/A4 or Letter Plain Paper/4x6 Photo Paper
4Load the document on the Platen Glass.
5Press [Color] for color copying, or [Black] for black & white copying.
The machine starts copying.
zTo make high speed copies:
(1)Press and hold down [Color] or [Black] for longer than 2 seconds.
The LED flashes once.
(2)Release the button.
The machine starts high speed copying.
NoteBy pressing [+] repeatedly,  will be displayed. The number of copies 
will be set as 20.
NoteFor details on how to load documents, see page 15
NotezHigh speed copying is only available when A4 or Letter plain paper is 
selected as the paper size and type.
zHigh speed copying is suitable for text-only documents. If the quality is 
not as good as expected, try normal copying.
zWhen you want to make 10 to 19 copies, set the same number for 
pieces of paper. In this case, the machine will stop copying in an error. 
Press [Stop/Reset] to release the error.
zTo cancel copying, press [Stop/Reset].
 
						

							28Chapter 2Copying
Changing The Copy Settings (MP180)
„Setting The Paper Size And Type
For copying using the Operation Panel, you need to set the size and type of paper loaded in the 
Auto Sheet Feeder.
Follow this procedure:
1Press [COPY].
2Press [Menu] repeatedly until  appears.
3Use [ ] or [ ] to select the paper size, then press [OK].
8.5x11/A4/B5/A5/4x6/5x7/CREDIT CARD SIZE
4Press [Menu] repeatedly until  appears.
5Use [ ] or [ ] to select the paper type.
PLAIN PAPER/PHOTO PAPER PRO/PHOTO PAPER PLUS/MATTE PHOTO PAPR/
GLOSSY
6Press [OK].
NoteThe asterisk < >on the LCD indicates the current setting.
NoteSome of these are not available depending on the country of purchase.
NoteIn order to obtain optimal quality print results, when copying photographs, 
use Canon-recommended Photo Paper Pro or Photo Paper Plus Glossy.
For details on paper, see page 17.
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3.MEDIATYPE
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