Canon printer PIXMA MG7520 User Manual

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Signal Strength
The strength of the signal received by the printer from the access point is indicated with a value from 0 to 100%.
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SSID
Unique label for wireless LAN. It is often represented such as a network name or an access point
name.
SSID distinguishes one wireless LAN from another to prevent interference.
The printer and all clients on a wireless LAN must use the same SSID in order to communicate with
each other. The SSID can be up to 32 characters long, and is made up of alphanumeric...

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WCN (Windows Connect Now)
Users running Windows Vista or later can obtain the setting information directly via wireless network (WCN-NET).
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WEP/WEP Key
An encryption method employed by IEEE 802.11. Shared security key used to encrypt and decrypt
data sent over wireless networks. This printer supports key length of 64 bits or 128 bits, key format of
ASCII code or Hexadecimal, and key number of 1 to 4.
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Wi-Fi
International association that certifies interoperability of wireless LAN products based on...

•WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
WPS is a standard for easy and secure establishment of a wireless network.
There are 2 primary methods used in the Wi-Fi Protected Setup:
PIN entry: a mandatory method of setup for all WPS certified devices
Push button configuration (PBC): an actual push button on the hardware or through a simulated push button in the software.
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RestrictionsIf you use a printer over the wireless LAN, the printer may recognize nearby wireless systems, you should
set a network key (WEP or WPA/WPA2) to the access point to encrypt wireless transmission. Wireless
communication with a product that does not comply with the Wi-Fi standard cannot be guaranteed.
Connecting with too many computers may affect the printer performance, such as printing speed.364 

About FirewallA firewall is a function of the security software installed in the computer or operation system for computer,
and is a system that is designed to prevent unauthorized access to a network.
Precautions When a Firewall Function is Enabled•
A firewall function may limit communications between a printer and a computer. This may disableprinter setup and communications.
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During the printer setup, you may be prompted to enable or disable communications, depending onthe firewall function of the...

Tips for Ensuring Optimal Printing Quality
Useful Information about Ink
Key Points to Successful Printing
Be Sure to Check Paper Settings before Printing
Be Sure to Set Cassette Paper Information after Loading Paper
Canceling a Print Job
Key to Enjoying Consistent Printing Quality
Precautions for Safe Transport of the Machine
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Useful Information about InkHow is ink used for various purposes other than printing?Ink may be used for purposes other than printing.
When you use the Canon printer for the first time after you install the bundled ink tanks, the printer consumes a small amount of ink in the amount to enable printing by filling the nozzles of the Print Head
with ink. For this reason, the number of sheets that can be printed with the first ink tanks is fewer than the
succeeding ink tanks.
The printing costs described in...

Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps
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Key Points to Successful PrintingCheck the machine status before printing!•
Is the print head OK?
If a print head nozzle is clogged, print will be faint and papers will be wasted. Print the nozzle check
pattern to check the print head.
Maintenance Procedure
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Is the inside of the machine smeared with ink?
After printing large quantities of paper or performing borderless printing, the area where papers go through may get smeared with ink. Clean the inside of your machine with 
Bottom Plate Cleaning ....

Be Sure to Check Paper Settings before PrintingBefore printing, make paper settings in the operation panel or the computer screen.
There are various types of paper, such as paper with a special surface coating for printing photos at optimal
quality and paper suitable for documents.
Each media type has specific preset settings (how ink is used and sprayed, distance from nozzles, etc.), that
allow you to print to that type with optimal image quality. The wrong paper settings may cause poor printout
color...