Canon Pixma Mp610 Quick Start Guide

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Printing from Your Computer
Printing with Macintosh
1
Turn on the machine and load the paper in the machine.
See “Turning the Machine On and Off” on page 5 and “Loading Printing Paper” on page 8.
2Create a document or open a file to print  using an appropriate application software.
3Select Page Setup  on the application 
software’s  File menu.
4Make sure that your machine’s name is 
selected in  Format for.
5Select the page size of the loaded paper in 
Paper Size .
6Click OK.
7Select  Print on the application software’s  File 
menu.
8Select  Quality & Media  in the pop-up menu.
9Specify the required settings.
You can change the paper source to be used with 
the printer driver as well as the Operation Panel on 
the machine. For details, see “Changing the Paper 
Source” on page 14.
10Click Print.
Note
For details on other printer driver functions, click   to view the  PC Printing Guide on-screen 
manual. If the on-screen manuals are not installed, the  PC Printing Guide on-screen manual is not 
displayed even if   is clicked.
 
						

							38Scanning Images
Scanning Images
You can scan images from the machine to a com puter without printing them and save them in 
popular image types, such as JPEG, TIFF, bitmaps, or  PDF. If you are scanning printed text, you can 
use the OCR (Optical Character Recognition)  software to convert it to text data.
Scanning Methods
You can select from the various scanning methods.
zIf You Want to Scan Origin als Easily From the Machine
You can scan originals by using t he Operation Panel of the machine.
See “Scanning Using the Operation Panel of the Machine” on page 38.
z If You Want to Edit or  Print the Scanned Images
MP Navigator EX enables you to edit the sca nned images, such as optimizing or trimming.
You can also start application software from  MP Navigator EX to edit or print the scanned 
images.
For detailed operations of MP Navigator EX, refer to the  Scanning Guide on-screen manual.
zIf You Want to Scan Orig inals with Advanced Settings
ScanGear enables you to scan originals with  advanced settings such as the resolution.
For detailed operations of ScanGear, refer to the  Scanning Guide on-screen manual.
Besides the above-mentioned methods, you can use a TWAIN- or WIA- (Windows Vista and 
Windows XP only) compliant appl ication software and the Control Panel (Windows Vista and 
Windows XP only) to scan original s with this machine. For detailed operations, refer to the  Scanning 
Guide  on-screen manual.
„Scanning Using the Operation Panel of the Machine
For details, refer to “Scanning Methods” in the  User’s Guide on-screen manual.
1(Macintosh only) Prepare your computer before scanning.
This operation is not necessary for Mac OS X v.10.4.x.
For details, refer to “Scanning Methods” in the  User’s Guide on-screen manual.
2Turn on the machine.
See “Turning the Machine On and Off” on page 5.
3Load the original document on the Platen Glass.
For scanning documents, see “Handling the Original Document” on page 6.
For scanning printed photos, see “Photo Printing from Printed Photo” on page 34.
4Select Scan on the  HOME screen, then press the  OK button.
 
						

							39 Scanning Images
5Select the document type, then press the OK button.
6Select the scan operation, then press the OK button.
7Press the Color or Black button.
The operation to be performed after scanning the original depends on the scan operation 
setting you have selected in step 6. For details on how to modify the operation settings, refer 
to the Scanning Guide on-screen manual.
Important
Make sure that the document is loaded correctly according to the document type you have 
selected.
For details, refer to “Scanning Methods” in the User’s Guide on-screen manual.
 
						

							40Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge Compliant Device
Printing Photographs Directly from a 
PictBridge Compliant Device
You can connect a PictBridge compliant device such as a digital camera, camcorder, or mobile 
phone using a USB cable recommended by the device’s manufacturer, and print recorded images 
directly without using a computer.
z Connectable Devices
PictBridge is an industry standard enabling a range of  digital photo solutions, including the direct 
printing of photos from a digital still camera,  camcorder or mobile phone* without the need to use 
a computer. A device can be connected to this machine for direct printing regardless of the 
manufacturer or the model as long as it  complies with the PictBridge standard.
* PictBridge compliant digital still cameras,  digital camcorders, and camera-equipped mobile 
phones are hereafter collectively referred  to as “PictBridge compliant device”.
A device with this mark is PictBridge compliant.
z Printable Image Data Format
This machine prints images taken with a DCF (Desi gn rule for Camera File system) ver. 1.0/2.0- 
compatible digital camera (Exif ver. 2. 2/2.21 compliant), as well as PNG files.
Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge 
Compliant Device
To connect a PictBridge compliant device to th is machine, use a USB cable recommended by the 
device’s manufacturer.
1Prepare for printing.
(1) Turn on the machine.
See “Turning the Machine On and Off” on page 5.
(2) Load paper.
See “Loading Printing Paper” on page 8.
(3) Make sure that the proper paper source is selected.
Warning
Do not connect any equipment other than PictBridge compliant devices or the optional Bluetooth Unit BU-
20 to the Direct Print Port of the machine. If you do so, electric shock, fire, or damage to the machine 
could result.
Important
Never disconnect the USB cable during printing unless when explicitly allowed to by the PictBridge 
compliant device. When disconnecting the USB cable between the PictBridge compliant device and 
machine, follow the instructions given in the device’s instruction manual.
Note
When printing photos with the PictBridge compliant device connected to the machine, we recommend the 
use of the AC adapter supplied with the device. If you are using the device battery, be sure to charge it 
fully.
 
						

							41Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge Compliant Device
2Connect the PictBridge compliant device to the machine.
(1)Make sure that the PictBridge compliant 
device is turned off.
(2) Connect the PictBridge compliant device to 
the machine using a USB cable 
recommended by the manufacturer of the 
device.
The device turns on automatically.
If your device does not turn on 
automatically, turn it on manually.
(3) Set up the PictBridge compliant device for 
direct printing.
  will appear on the LCD of the device 
when the machine is correctly connected.
3Specify the print settings such as paper type and layout.
See “About PictBridge Print Settings” on page 42.
You can make settings using the menu on the  LCD of your PictBridge compliant device. 
Select the size and type of paper that you loaded in the machine. 
If your PictBridge compliant  device does not have setting menu, change the setting from the 
machine. For details, see “Setting on the Machine” on page 44.
4Start printing from your PictBridge compliant device.
Note
Depending on the model or brand of your device, you may have to select a print mode compliant 
with PictBridge before connecting the device. You may also have to turn on the device or select 
Play mode manually after connecting the device to the machine. 
Perform necessary operations on the PictBridge compliant device before connecting it to this 
machine according to instructions given in the device’s instruction manual.
(2)
 
						

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About PictBridge Print Settings
„Settings on a PictBridge Compliant Device
This section describes the print settings on a  PictBridge compliant device. When operating the 
device, be sure to follow the instructions giv en in the instruction manual of your PictBridge 
compliant device.
z Paper Size and Paper Type Settings
The following sizes and types of printing paper  can be used when printing from a PictBridge 
compliant device.
z Paper size
4 x 6 / 101.6 x 152.4 mm, 5 x 7 / 127.0 x 177.8 mm
*1, Credit card*2, 8 x 10 / 203.2 x 
254.0 mm, A4, Letter, Wide*1
z Paper type
The available page sizes vary depending on the m edia type. For details, visit our website.
*1Can be selected only on certain Canon-brand PictBridge compatible devices.*2Feeding this paper from the Cassette can damage the machine. Load in the Rear Tray.*3Plain Paper can be selected for  Paper type only when Paper size is set to A4 or  8.5 x 
11   (L e tt e r ) . When Paper type  is set to Plain Paper , borderless printing will be disabled 
even when  Layout is set to  Borderless .
*4You may not be able to purchase some Canon genuine papers depending on the country 
or region of purchase.
*5When printing on Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss 8 x 10 / 203.2 x 254.0 mm (SG-201), 
select 20 x 25 cm/8 x 10  for Paper size  and Default  for Paper type .
*Select  Photo Plus Glossy  for Media type  in the PictBridge settings  screen on the 
machine. See “Setting on the Machine” on page 44.
*6Exclusively used to  print photo stickers. When printing on sticker paper, select  10 x 15 cm/
4 x 6  for Paper size  and Photo  for Paper type . Do not set  Layout to Borderless .
Note
zIn the following description, names of setting items are given according to those used in Canon-
brand PictBridge compliant devices. Setting item names may be different depending on the 
brand or model of your device.
z Some setting items explained below may not be available on some devices. In this case, the 
settings made on the machine are applied. Also, when some items are set to  Default on a 
PictBridge compliant device, the machine settings for these items are applied. For details, see 
“Setting on the Machine” on page 44.
Paper Type SettingLoadable Paper*4
Plain Paper*3Super White Paper or other plain paper
Photo Photo Paper Plus Glossy Glossy Photo Paper
Glossy Photo Paper “Everyday Use”
Photo Paper Glossy
Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss
*5
Photo Stickers*2, *6
Fast Photo Photo Paper Pro
 
						

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zLayout Setting
Various layout options are available.
zBordered/Borderless: You can select whether or not to print an image with a border.
z N-up: You can use this option when printing on sticker paper, or A4- or Letter-sized paper.
Sticker paper: When you select  10 x 15 cm/4 x 6 for Paper size , you can print 16 
images on a single sheet of paper.
A4- or Letter-sized paper: When you select  A4 or  8.5 x 11 (Letter)  for Paper size , you 
can print 4 images on a single sheet of paper.
z Shooting Info (Exif Data): You can print shooting info (Exif Data) along with the image.
The following two options are available.
1-up
*1: Prints the shooting info (Exif Data) in  the margin of selected individual images.
20-up*2: Prints 20 images specified with DPOF*3 and their shooting info (Exif Data) in list 
format on a single sheet of paper.
z 35 mm Film Style Layout (Contact Printing Layout)
*2: You can print the multiple images 
specified with DPOF*3 in a list format that looks like a negative film.
Besides the above options, you can also spec ify to print an index of images in the DPOF*3 print 
settings menu.
*1You can use this option only when  10 x 15 cm/4 x 6, 13 x 18 cm/5 x 7 , 20 x 25 cm/8 x 
10 , A4  or  8.5 x 11 (Letter)  is selected for Paper size.
*2You can use this option only when  A4 or  8.5 x 11 (Letter)  is selected for Paper size.*3DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) is a standard format to record the specified information 
regarding images, such as which image or number of copies to print.
zDate/File No. Print Setting
You can specify whether the date and/or file number will be printed.
zImage Optimize Setting
You can select the optimization method to obtain high print quality.
When you select  Default, the most suitable correction for each photo is made using the Auto 
image fix function of the machine. See “Setting on the Machine” on page 44.
When you select On, photos are optimized for  printing using the Photo opt. pro function.
If you are using a Canon-brand PictBridge compliant  device, the following additional options may 
be available, depending on the model.
– VIVID  makes green and blue more lively.
– NR  (Noise Reduction) reduces the noise on blue ar eas like the sky as well as on black areas.
– Face  brightens a darkened face on the photo taken against the light.
– Red-Eye  corrects red eyes in portrai ts caused by flash photography.
zTrimming Setting
You can select an area to print.
Note
zIf the images already have dates superimposed when shot, set this PictBridge setting item to 
Off . If you select  Date, File No. , or Both , the date and/or file number will be printed over the 
date printed by the device’s function.
z Depending on the paper size and layout, the date will only be printed even when  Both is 
selected.
 
						

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„Setting on the Machine
This section describes the PictBridge print settings on the machine.
Set the print settings to Default on the PictBridge compliant device when you want to print 
according to the settings on the machine.
zDisplaying the PictBridge Settings Screen and Specifying the Settings 
(1)Turn on the machine.
(2)Select Settings on the HOME screen, then press the OK button.
(3)Select Device settings, then press the OK button.
(4)Select PictBridge settings, then press the OK button.
(5)Select the item to set, then press the OK button.
(6)Select the item, then press the OK button.
(7)Confirm the print settings, select Next and then press the OK button.
(8)Select Auto image fix ON or Manual correction, then press the OK button.
When Auto image fix On is selected, the scene or person’s face of a shot photo is 
recognized and the most suitable correction for each photo is made automatically. It 
makes a darkened face by backlight brighter to print. It also analyzes a scene such as 
scenery, night scene, person, etc. and corrects each scene with the most suitable color, 
brightness, or contrasts automatically to print.
When Manual correction is selected, repeat steps (5) and (6) and then specify each 
item. After finishing all settings you need, select OK and then press the OK button. You 
can print from the PictBridge compliant device with specified settings.
 
						

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zSetting Items 
*1Set the items in this column to Default on the PictBridge compliant device when you want 
to make settings on the machine.
*2When Manual correction is selected, the items (5) to (14) are available to specify.
No.Setting ItemDescriptionCorresponding 
Setting of PictBridge 
Compliant Devices
*1
(1) Page size Select the page size, when printing 
directly from a PictBridge compliant 
device.Paper size
(2) Media type Select the media type, when printing 
directly from a PictBridge compliant 
device.Paper type
(3) Print quality Select the print quality, when printing 
directly from a PictBridge compliant 
device.–
(4) Bordered/Borderless Select bordered or borderless print. Layout
(5) Photo opt. pro Automatically optimizes brightness 
and tone of a photo.Image optimize
(6) Vivid photo Makes green and blue more lively.
(7) Face brightener Brightens a darkened face on the 
photo taken against the light.
(8) Noise reduction Reduces the noise on blue areas like 
the sky as well as on black areas.
(9) Image optimizer Corrects and smooths the jagged 
contours for printing.
(10) Red eye correc. Corrects red eyes in portraits caused 
by flash photography.
(11) Brightness Adjust brightness.
(12) Contrast Adjust contrast.
(13) Color hue Adjust color hue. For example, you 
can increase red or yellow to adjust 
the skin tone.
(14) Effects Applies special effects to the photo, 
such as printing in sepia tones or with 
a sketch illustration like effect.
 
						

							46Routine Maintenance
Routine Maintenance
Replacing an Ink Tank
This section explains the way to confirm the in k status and the procedure to replace ink tanks.
When ink runs out or other errors occur, an error  message is displayed on the LCD to inform you of 
the error. See “An Error Message Is Displayed on the LCD” on page 70 and confirm how to handle it.
When printing from your computer, error mess ages appear on your computer screen as well.
„Getting the Ink Status Information
You can confirm the status of ink tanks in the following two ways:
z“With the LCD of this Machine” on page 46
z “With the Ink Lamps” on page 47
z With the LCD of this Machine
You can confirm the status of each ink tank in the remaining ink volume screen on the LCD.
(1)Make sure that the machine is turned on, then 
press the  HOME button.
The  HOME  screen will be displayed.
(2) Press the left Function button.
The below screen will be displayed.
Note
zBe sure to install the ink tanks in the correct order indicated by the label on the Print Head Holder.
The machine will not print if an ink tank is installed in the incorrect position.
z For information on the compatible ink tanks, refer to the back cover of this guide.
z If printing becomes faint or white streaks appear despite sufficient ink levels, see “When Printing 
Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect” on page 52.
Ink is low. You can continue printing for a while, but we recommend you 
to have a new ink tank available.
Ink may have run out. See “The following ink may have run out. 
Replacing the ink tank is recommended.” in “An Error Message Is 
Displayed on the LCD” on page 70 and take appropriate action.
Note
The ink status information is also displayed in the screen that appears during printing.
(A)
(A) Confirm whether any symbols are 
displayed here.