Canon printer PIXMA MG2920 User Manual
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Canon IJ Status Monitor DescriptionThe Canon IJ Status Monitor displays the status of the printer and the printing progress. The monitor uses graphics, icons, and messages to let you know the printer status. Canon IJ Status Monitor Features The Canon IJ Status Monitor offers the following advantages: You can check the status of the printer on the screen.The status of the printer is shown on the screen in real time.You can check the printing progress of each printing document (print job). Error types and solutions are shown on the screen. Shown when a printer error occurs. You can immediately check how to respond. You can check the ink status. This function displays graphics showing the FINE cartridge type and the estimated ink levels. Icons and messages are displayed when ink is running low (ink level warning). Canon IJ Status Monitor Overview Canon IJ Status Monitor allows you to check the status of the printer and ink with graphics and messages.You can check the information on the printing document and the printing progress during printing. When a printer error occurs, it shows the cause and solution. Follow the instruction in the message. PrinterCanon IJ Status Monitor shows an icon when a warning or error occurs to the printer. : Indicates that a warning (operator call error) has occurred or the printer is working. : There has been an error which requires a service. FINE cartridge Canon IJ Status Monitor shows an icon when a low ink warning or a no ink error occurs. In addition, this function displays graphics showing the estimated ink levels of the FINE cartridge. In this case, click the graphics to open the Ink Details dialog box. You can check the detail information such as the remaining ink level and the FINE cartridge types for your printer. Document Name Shows the name of the document to be printed. Owner Shows the owner's name of the document to be printed. Printing Page Shows the number of printing page and total printing pages. 391
Display Print QueueShows the print window used to manage the print job that is being printed or being in the print queue. Cancel Printing Cancels the current print job. Important • The Cancel Printing button is enabled only while print data is being sent to the printer. Once the print data has been sent, the button is grayed out and becomes unavailable. Option Menu If you select Enable Status Monitor , when a printer related message is generated the Canon IJ Status Monitor starts. When Enable Status Monitor is selected, following commands are available. Always Display Current Job Displays the Canon IJ Status Monitor during printing. Always Display on Top Displays the Canon IJ Status Monitor in front of other windows. Display Warning Automatically When a Low Ink Warning Occurs Starts the Canon IJ Status Monitor window automatically and displays it in front of the other windows when a low ink warning occurs. Start when Windows is Started Starts the Canon IJ Status Monitor automatically when you start Windows. Ink Details Menu Select this menu to display the Ink Details dialog box. Check the detail information such as the remaining ink level and the FINE cartridge types for your printer. Ink Details dialog box This function displays graphics and messages showing the FINE cartridge type and the estimated ink levels. Ink Information (displayed at left) Shows the FINE cartridge types with graphics. If a warning or error related to the remaining ink level occurs, the printer driver displays an icon to let you know. If the icon is displayed, operate the printer according to the instructions displayed on the screen. Message (displayed at right) Shows information such as the ink status and ink colors with sentences. Ink Model Number Shows the FINE cartridge types for your printer. Close Closes the Ink Details dialog box to return to Canon IJ Status Monitor. Help Menu When you select this menu item, the Help window for Canon IJ Status Monitor is displayed, and you can check the version and copyright information. 392
Updating the MP Drivers Obtaining the Latest MP Drivers Deleting the Unnecessary MP Drivers Before Installing the MP Drivers Installing the MP Drivers 393
Obtaining the Latest MP DriversThe MP Drivers include a printer driver and ScanGear (scanner driver).By updating the MP Drivers to the latest version of the MP Drivers, unresolved problems may be solved. You can access our website and download the latest MP Drivers for your model. Important • You can download the MP Drivers for free, but any Internet access charges incurred are your responsibility. • Before installing the latest MP Drivers, delete the previously installed version . Related Topics Before Installing the MP Drivers Installing the MP Drivers 394
Deleting the Unnecessary MP DriversThe MP Drivers which you no longer use can be deleted.When deleting the MP Drivers, first exit all programs that are running. The procedure to delete the unnecessary MP Drivers is as follows:1. Start the uninstaller • If you are using Windows 8.1 or Windows 8, from the Desktop charms, select Settings -> Control Panel -> Programs -> Programs and Features . From the program list, select "XXX MP Drivers" (where "XXX" is your model name) and then click Uninstall . • If you are using Windows 7 or Windows Vista, select Start menu -> Control Panel -> Programs - > Programs and Features . From the program list, select "XXX MP Drivers" (where "XXX" is your model name) and then click Uninstall . • If you are using Windows XP, select Start menu -> Control Panel -> Add or Remove Programs . From the program list, select "XXX MP Drivers" (where "XXX" is your model name) and then click Remove . The confirmation window for uninstalling the model appears. Important • In Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, or Windows Vista, a confirmation/warning dialog box may appear when starting, installing or uninstalling software. This dialog box appears when administrative rights are required to perform a task. When you are logged on to an administrator account, click Yes (or Continue , Allow ) to continue. Some applications require an administrator account to continue. In such cases, switch to an administrator account, and restart the operation from the beginning. 2. Execute the uninstaller Click Execute . When the confirmation message appears, click Yes. When all the files have been deleted, click Complete. The deletion of the MP Drivers is complete. Important • Printer driver, XPS printer driver, and ScanGear (scanner driver) will be deleted when you uninstall the MP Drivers. 395
Before Installing the MP DriversThis section describes the items that you should check before installing the MP Drivers. You should also refer to this section if the MP Drivers cannot be installed. Checking the Printer Status• Turn off the printer. Checking the Personal Computer Settings • Terminate all running applications. • Log on as a user who has the administrator account. Important • Before installing the latest MP Drivers, delete the previously installed version . Related Topics Obtaining the Latest MP Drivers Installing the MP Drivers 396
Installing the MP DriversYou can access our web site through the Internet and download the latest MP Drivers and XPS printer driver for your model. The procedure for installing the downloaded MP Drivers is as follows:1. Turn off the printer 2. Start the installer Double-click the icon of the downloaded file. The installation program starts. Important • In Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, or Windows Vista, a confirmation/warning dialog box may appear when starting, installing or uninstalling software. This dialog box appears when administrative rights are required to perform a task. When you are logged on to an administrator account, click Yes (or Continue , Allow ) to continue. Some applications require an administrator account to continue. In such cases, switch to an administrator account, and restart the operation from the beginning. 3. Install the MP Drivers Take the appropriate action as described on the screen. 4. Complete the installation Click Complete . Depending on the environment you are using, a message prompting you to restart the computer may be displayed. To complete the installation properly, restart the computer. Important • You can install the XPS printer driver with the same procedure for installing the MP Drivers. However, when installing the XPS printer driver, first complete installation of the MP Drivers. • You can download the MP Drivers and XPS printer driver for free, but any Internet access chargesincurred are your responsibility. • Before installing the latest MP Drivers, delete the previously installed version . Related Topics Obtaining the Latest MP Drivers Deleting the Unnecessary MP Drivers Before Installing the MP Drivers 397
Printing from a Digital Camera Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge (Wireless LAN) Compliant Device About PictBridge (Wireless LAN) Print Settings 398
Printing Photographs Directly from a PictBridge (Wireless LAN) Compliant Device You can connect a PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device such as a digital camera, camcorder, or mobile phone to the machine through wireless LAN, and print recorded images directly without using a computer. Connectable devices: PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device Printable image data format: The machine accepts images* taken with a camera compliant with the Design rule for Camera File system and PNG files. * Exif 2.2/2.21/2.3 compliant Important • LAN connection with the machine is required to use this function. Note • PictBridge is the Standard to print your photos directly without using a computer, connecting a device such as a digital still camera, digital camcorder, or camera-equipped mobile phone. In this manual, PictBridge printing with the wireless LAN connection is referred to as "PictBridge (Wireless LAN)." • When printing photos with the PictBridge (Wireless LAN) 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. • Depending on the model or brand of your device, you may have to select a print mode compliant with PictBridge (Wireless LAN) 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 (Wireless LAN) compliant device before connecting it to this machine according to instructions given in the device's instruction manual. 1. Make sure that the machine is turned on. 2. Load paper. 3. Connect the PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device to the machine. Detect the machine with the PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device and connect the PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device to the machine with wireless LAN. Note • For details on how to detect the machine, refer to your PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device's instruction manual. 4. Specify the print settings such as the paper type and layout. 399
You can perform settings using the menu on the LCD of your PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device. Select the size and type of paper that you loaded in the machine. Settings on a PictBridge (Wireless LAN) Compliant Device 5. Start printing from your PictBridge (Wireless LAN) compliant device. 400