Canon Pixma Mp970 Quick Start Guide

47Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge Compliant Device
zLayout Setting
Various layout options are available.
zBordered/Borderless: You can select whether or not to print an image with a border.
zN-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...

48Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge Compliant Device
„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....

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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...

50Routine Maintenance
Routine Maintenance
Replacing an Ink Tank
This section explains the way to confirm the ink 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 74 and confirm how to handle it.
When printing from your computer, error messages appear on your computer screen as well.
„Getting the Ink Status Information
You can confirm the...

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An error message may be displayed on the LCD during printing.
zWith the Ink Lamps
You can confirm the status of each ink tank by the ink lamps. Open the Scanning Unit (Printer 
Cover) of the machine to confirm how the ink lamps light or flash.
zInk lamp is on 
The ink tank is correctly set and there is enough ink remaining to print.
zInk lamp is flashing 
Flashing slowly (at around 3-second intervals)
Ink is low. You can continue printing for a while, but we recommend you to have a...

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„Replacing Ink Tanks
When ink tanks run out of ink, replace them using the following steps.
1Open the Paper Output Tray.
(1)Put your finger in the center of the top of the Paper Output Tray and open it gently.
2Make sure that the machine is turned on, and 
lift the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) until it 
stops.
The Print Head Holder moves to the center.
Important
Handling Ink
zTo maintain optimal printing quality, we recommend the use of specified Canon brand ink tanks. 
Refilling...

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3Remove the ink tank whose lamp is flashing 
fast.
(1)Push the tab and remove the ink tank.
4Prepare the replacement tank.
(1)Remove the new ink tank from its packaging.
(2)Pull the orange tape (B) in the direction of the 
arrow to peel off the protective film.
(3)Remove the film (C) completely.
(4)Remove the orange protective cap from the 
bottom of the ink tank.
Discard the cap once it is removed.
Important
zHandle ink tanks carefully to avoid staining clothing 
or the...

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5Install the ink tank.
(1)Insert the front end of the ink tank into the Print 
Head.
(G) Make sure the position of the tank matches 
the label.
(2)Press on the   mark on the ink tank until the 
ink tank snaps firmly into place.
(3)Make sure that the ink lamp lights up red.
6Gently close the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover).
Important
Install all the ink tanks to print. The machine cannot be 
used unless all the ink tanks are installed.
Caution
zBe sure to hold the Scanning Unit...

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Keeping the Best Printing Results
To avoid drying of the Print Head and clogging of the nozzles, note the following.
„When You Turn Off the Machine
Follow the procedure below to turn off the machine.
(1)Press the ON/OFF button to turn off the machine.
(2)Confirm that the Power lamp has gone out.
This takes a few seconds or as long as around 30 seconds.
(3)Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
If you are using a power outlet strip, you can switch it off instead.
When you press...

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When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect
When printing becomes faint or colors are incorrect even if ink remains in the ink tanks, the print 
head nozzles are probably clogged. Print the nozzle check pattern to confirm the condition of the 
nozzles and then perform Print Head Cleaning.
If print results are not satisfactory, performing Print Head Alignment may improve print quality.
zIf the Ruled Lines Are Shifted
Note
Before performing maintenance
zOpen the Scanning Unit...