Canon G 3270 Manual

The Canon G 3270 is a high-performance MegaTank printer designed for home and small office use, featuring refillable ink tanks for significantly lower printing costs. It supports wireless and wired connectivity, automatic duplex printing, and high-quality photo printing. Below are key sections covering setup, features, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Features at a Glance

Key components: Printer unit with integrated ink tanks, Power cord, Setup CD-ROM, User Manual, Ink bottles (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow).

Feature	Description
MegaTank System	High-capacity refillable ink tanks for low-cost printing
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Ethernet, USB 2.0
Print Speed	Approx. 8.8 ipm (black), 5.0 ipm (color)
Auto Duplex Printing	Automatic two-sided printing
Paper Handling	Rear tray (up to 100 sheets), Auto Sheet Feeder
Display	Monochrome LCD with navigation buttons
POWER button	Turns printer on/off
RESUME/CANCEL button	Resumes printing or cancels current job
Wi-Fi button	Activates wireless connection mode
Ink Tank Indicators	LED lights for each ink tank status

Unpacking and Installation

Remove all packaging materials. Place printer on a stable, flat surface near a power outlet.

1. Install ink tanks: Open front cover, remove protective tape from tanks, insert until they click.
2. Load paper: Adjust rear paper guide, load up to 100 sheets of plain paper.
3. Connect power: Plug power cord into printer and wall outlet.
4. Power on: Press POWER button; printer will initialize.

WARNING! Do not touch print head or ink tank contacts. Keep printer horizontal during setup.

Initial Setup and Software Installation

Install printer software on your computer for full functionality.

1. Insert Setup CD or download software from Canon website.
2. Follow on-screen instructions to install drivers and utilities.
3. Connect printer via USB cable during setup, or set up wireless connection.
4. Align print head using printer software or control panel menu.

CAUTION! Do not disconnect power or USB cable during software installation.

Specifications

• Printer Type: Inkjet MegaTank.
• Print Resolution: Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi.
• Ink System: Pigment Black (GI-81), Dye-based Color (GI-81).
• Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, A4, A5, B5, Envelopes, Photo sizes up to 4"x6".
• Interface: Hi-Speed USB, Ethernet 10/100, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n.
• Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, Linux, mobile printing support.
• Power Consumption: Approx. 10W (printing), 0.7W (standby).
• Dimensions: Approx. 15.9" x 12.7" x 7.7".

Printer Controls and Functions

Control Panel: POWER, RESUME/CANCEL, Wi-Fi button, LCD display with Menu navigation.

LCD Menu Navigation: Use arrow buttons to access settings: Device settings, Print head alignment, Network setup, Maintenance.

Print Settings: Adjust quality (Draft, Standard, High), paper type, color options via printer driver. Network: Configure Wi-Fi/Ethernet, view connection status. Maintenance: Clean print head, nozzle check, reset waste ink counter.

Connecting to Networks

Wireless: Use WPS or manual setup. Wired: Connect Ethernet cable.

1. Press Wi-Fi button to enter connection mode.
2. On computer, select printer network from available Wi-Fi list.
3. Enter password if required.
4. For Ethernet, connect cable to router and printer; network configures automatically.

Tip: Ensure router is on and within range for wireless setup.

Printing Tasks

Supports documents, photos, envelopes.

1. Ensure paper is loaded correctly in rear tray.
2. On computer, select Print from application.
3. Choose Canon G 3270 as printer, adjust settings as needed.
4. Click Print; job will start after processing.
5. For duplex printing, enable in printer properties before printing.
6. For photos, use photo paper and select appropriate paper type in settings.

WARNING! Do not open covers or remove paper during printing.

Ink Tank System and Refilling

Refill ink tanks when levels are low (indicated by LED or software alert).

1. Open ink tank cover on front of printer.
2. Open bottle cap and insert nozzle into corresponding tank fill port.
3. Hold bottle vertically; ink will flow until tank is full.
4. Repeat for each color as needed.
5. Close caps securely and clean any spills with dry cloth.

CAUTION! Use only Canon GI-81 ink bottles. Do not mix colors.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Perform regular maintenance via printer software or control panel.

Nozzle Check: Print test pattern to verify print quality. Print Head Cleaning: Clears clogged nozzles (uses ink). Deep Cleaning: For persistent clogs. Waste Ink Pad: Monitor via software; may require service when full.

CAUTION! Unplug printer before external cleaning. Use soft, dry cloth only.

Regulatory and Safety Information

FCC Compliance: Class B digital device; may not cause harmful interference. Energy Star certified. Copyright © Canon Inc. For support, visit www.usa.canon.com or contact 1-800-OK-CANON.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not powering on	Power connection	Ensure power cord is securely plugged into printer and outlet.
Poor print quality	Clogged nozzles/ink low	Run nozzle check and print head cleaning; refill ink if low.
Paper jam	Paper misloaded/damaged	Turn off printer, remove jammed paper carefully, reload correctly.
Wireless connection fails	Router distance/settings	Move printer closer to router; re-run network setup.
Ink not recognized	Tank not seated properly	Power off, remove and reinsert ink tanks until they click.

Reset: Hold RESUME/CANCEL button for 5 seconds to reset printer settings.

Service: 1-800-OK-CANON; www.usa.canon.com