Canon Pixma Mp990 Quick Start Guide

							Make sure to read this manual before using the machine. Please keep it i\
n hand for future reference.
Getting Started
Read Me First
Photo All-In-One
series
 
						

							Model Number: K10345 (MP990)
S y m b o l s   U s e d   i n   T h i s   D o c u m e n t
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Instructions as notes for operation or additional explanations. Instructions including important information. Be sure to read these indi\
cations.
Descriptions for operations that take some time to complete.
Indicates operations in Windows.
Indicates operations in Macintosh.
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Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation \
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Windows Vista is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in \
the U.S. and/or other countries.
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Internet Explorer is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Co\
rporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
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Adobe, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Photoshop Elements, Adobe RGB and Adobe RGB (1998) are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United 
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Contents
H a r d w a r e   S e t u p   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
S e l e c t   C o n n e c t i o n   M e t h o d    . .
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U S B   C o n n e c t i o n    . .
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Install the Software  ......................................................
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Select Connection Method 
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Turn the Power On  
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Install the Print Head   ...................................................
Install the Ink Tanks   .....................................................
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A f t e r   I n s t a l l i n g   t h e   M a c h i n e    . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loading Paper   .............................................................
Introduction of Manuals   ...............................................
Solution Menu ..............................................................
Try Using the Machine   .................................................
Try Copying   .................................................................
Print Photos from a Computer   .....................................
Print Photos from a Memory Card  
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R e f e r e n c e   I n f o r m a t i o n   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wireless Setup Using WCN  
(Windows Connect Now)   .............................................
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Connection Types  
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P r e p a r a t i o n   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check the Included Items   ........................................
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Preparation 
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N e t w o r k   C o n n e c t i o n   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wireless Setup   ............................................................
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Wireless Setup Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)   ..
Confirm Connection Status  ..........................................
Install the Software   ......................................................
Install the Software (Registration)   ...............................
Install the Software (Information) ................................. 27
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Check the Information for Wireless Connection 
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Choosing a Location   ................................................
Unlock the Scanning Unit (Cover)   ........................... 4
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Align the Print Head ..................................................... 12 Notes on Network Connection 
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Wired Setup   ................................................................. 30
Select Connection Type  
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							Preparation
Preparation
Ethernet cable
Router, etc.
Access point or 
wireless router
USB cable
C o n n e c t i o n   Ty p e s
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A USB cable is required.
USB Connection Network Connection
Wired 
Connection
An access point or router that supports IEEE802.11b/g is 
required.A network device (router, etc.) and Ethernet cable are 
required.
Wireless 
Connection
Preparation
 
						

							
A
Preparation
Preparation
Before turning on the machine, remove all orange tape and protective she\
ets from the inside and outside of the machine.The Print Head is placed inside of the Paper Output Tray (A). 
Open the Paper Output Tray and take it out.
Print Head
power cord
Manuals•
Setup CD-ROM (containing the drivers, applications and on-screen manual\
s)
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Warranty
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C h e c k   t h e   I n c l u d e d   I t e m s
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Matte Photo Paper MP-101 (for Automatic Print Head Alignment)
• (M, BK, GY, PGBK, C, Y)
6 ink tanks 
A USB cable is necessary to connect the machine with your 
computer (USB connection only).
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B
C
Preparation
Preparation
U n l o c k   t h e   S c a n n i n g   U n i t   ( C o v e r )
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3Open the Document Cover (B).
Move the Scanner Lock Switch (C) towards the release mark to 
unlock the Scanning Unit (Cover).
Close the Document Cover.
Do not install the machine where an object may fall on it. The object may fall inside 
the machine, resulting in malfunction.
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Do not place any object on top of the machine. It may fall into the mach\
ine when 
opening covers, resulting in malfunction.
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C h o o s i n g   a   L o c a t i o n
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Make sure that the Document Cover is closed and go to the next step.
 
						

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A
C
B
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D
FE
Hardware Setup
Turn the Power On
Plug the power cord into the back 
left of the machine, then connect 
the other end to the wall outlet. When the above 
screen is displayed, 
press the OK button 
and go to the next 
step.
Do NOT connect the USB cable or 
Ethernet cable at this stage.
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The machine may make some operating 
noises. This is normal operation.
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Make sure that the Document Cover 
(A) is closed.
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Open the Operation Unit (B) and 
press the ON button (C) to turn on the 
machine.Use the 
{ or 
} button (D) on the Operation 
Panel to select the language for the LCD (E), 
then press the OK button.
If an unintended language is displayed on the LCD, press the  Back button (F) to return to 
the Language selection  screen.
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Hardware Setup
 
						

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A
CB
C
D
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Hardware Setup
Install the Print Head
Open the Paper Output Tray (A), then lift the Scanning Unit (Cover) (B) 
until it stops.
Handle the Print Head carefully. Do not 
drop or apply excessive pressure to it.
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The Print Head Holder makes a noise as it moves. This is normal operation.
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Close the Document Cover (C) and lift it with the Scanning Unit (Cove\
r).
If the Print Head Holder does not move, make sure that the machine is tu\
rned on.
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Make sure that the Print Head Holder 
(D) moves to the installation position.
 
						

							
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E
F
G
H
Hardware Setup
Install the Print Head
Remove the Print Head from the 
silver package.
There may be some transparent or light blue ink on the inside of the bag\
 the Print Head 
comes in, or the inside of the protective cap - this has no effect on print quality. Be careful not 
to get ink on yourself when handling these items.
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Remove the orange protective cap.
Firmly raise the Print Head Lock Lever (E) of the Print Head Holder un\
til it 
stops.
Do not touch the inside of the Print Head Holder (F). The machine may not print 
properly if you touch it.
• Do not touch the inside (G) or metal parts (H) of the Print Head. The machine may not print 
properly if you touch them.
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Hardware Setup
Install the Print Head
Tilt the Print Head forward and set it in place as shown.Lower the Print Head Lock Lever 
completely.
Do not knock the Print Head against the sides of the holder.
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Install in a well-lit environment.
• Hold the Print Head Lock Lever firmly and 
lower it gently.
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Once you have installed the Print Head, do 
not remove it unnecessarily.
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