Canon PIXMA 3270 Instructions Manual

The Canon PIXMA 3270 is a compact all-in-one inkjet printer designed for home and small office use. It features print, scan, and copy functions, wireless connectivity, support for mobile printing, automatic duplex printing, and individual ink tank system for cost-effective printing. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation 3. First-Time Setup 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Connecting Devices 7. Printing & Scanning 8. Maintenance 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Printer unit with scanner, Control Panel, Power cord, Setup CD, Ink tanks (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow), USB cable.

Feature	Description
Print Technology	FINE (Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering)
Print Resolution	Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi
Print Speed	Approx. 8.8 ipm (black), 4.4 ipm (color)
Paper Sizes	A4, Letter, Legal, envelopes, photo sizes
Connectivity	USB 2.0, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
Mobile Printing	Canon PRINT app, AirPrint, Mopria
Duplex Printing	Automatic (2-sided printing)
Ink System	Individual ink tanks (PGI-270, CLI-271)
Scanner Type	Flatbed color image scanner (CIS)
Copy Speed	Approx. 2.9 ipm (black), 1.5 ipm (color)

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Place on stable, level surface near power outlet.

Remove all protective tapes and materials from printer.
Install ink tanks: Open front cover, insert each color into correct slot, press until click.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in rear tray for A4 or Letter size.
Connect power: Plug power cord into printer and wall outlet.
Turn on printer using power button.

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

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow on-screen prompts or use setup software.

Install software: Insert setup CD or download from Canon website. Follow installation wizard.
Connect to computer: Use USB cable or set up wireless connection.
Align print head: Use printer software or control panel to perform alignment.
Test print: Print nozzle check pattern to ensure proper installation.
Register product: Optional online registration for support.

CAUTION! Do not disconnect power during initial setup. Ensure stable internet connection for wireless setup.

Specifications

Model: Canon PIXMA 3270.
Functions: Print, Scan, Copy.
Interface: USB 2.0 Hi-Speed, Wi-Fi (Infrastructure mode).
Operating Systems: Windows 10/8.1/7, macOS 10.12-10.15.
Paper Capacity: Rear tray: 100 sheets (A4/Letter).
Ink Cartridges: PGI-270 (Black), CLI-271 (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow).
Scanner Resolution: 600 x 1200 dpi (optical).
Copy Resolution: 600 x 600 dpi (black), 600 x 300 dpi (color).
Power Consumption: Approx. 10W (printing), 0.8W (standby).
Dimensions: 426 x 306 x 145 mm (W x D x H).
Weight: Approx. 3.4 kg.

Controls and Settings

Control Panel: Power button, Stop button, Wi-Fi button, Alarm lamp, Power lamp.

Software: Canon PRINT app, IJ Network Tool, Scanner Driver, Printer Driver.

Print Settings: Media type, print quality, paper size, borderless, duplex. Scan Settings: Resolution, file format, destination. Copy Settings: Number of copies, density, paper size. Maintenance: Nozzle check, head cleaning, alignment, ink level monitoring.

Connecting Devices

USB: Direct connection to computer. Wireless: Connect to home network via WPS or manual setup.

Turn on printer and ensure Wi-Fi lamp is flashing.
Press and hold Wi-Fi button until Alarm lamp flashes.
Use WPS button on router or enter network details via software.
For mobile: Install Canon PRINT app, select printer from device list.

Tip: Place printer within range of Wi-Fi router. Avoid obstacles for better signal.

Printing & Scanning

Supports documents, photos, envelopes.

Printing: Select file, choose PIXMA 3270 as printer, adjust settings, click Print.
Photo Printing: Use photo paper, select "High Quality" in print settings.
Duplex Printing: Enable in print dialog under Properties.
Scanning: Place document face down, use Canon software or Windows/Mac built-in tools.
Copying: Place original, press Copy button on software or use physical buttons if available.
Mobile Printing: Open document in Canon PRINT app, select Print.

WARNING! Use only recommended paper types. Do not touch glass during scanning.

Maintenance

Ink Replacement: Open front cover when ink low, replace individual tank. Print Head Cleaning: Use printer software for deep cleaning if print quality declines. Exterior Cleaning: Unplug, use dry soft cloth.

CAUTION! Do not refill ink tanks. Use genuine Canon ink. Store ink in cool, dry place.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits for residential use. Copyright © Canon Inc. For support, visit www.canon.com/support or contact 1-800-OK-CANON. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive compliant.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not responding	Connection/power	Check USB/Wi-Fi connection; restart printer and computer.
Poor print quality	Clogged nozzles/ink low	Run nozzle check and head cleaning; replace low ink tank.
Paper jam	Paper misloaded	Turn off, remove paper from rear tray and inside carefully.
Wi-Fi not connecting	Signal/settings	Move closer to router; re-run wireless setup; check password.
Scanner not working	Driver/software	Reinstall scanner driver; ensure correct software selected.
Error lights flashing	Various errors	Refer to manual error code list; restart printer.

Reset: Unplug for 60 seconds to reset. Use IJ Network Tool for network reset.

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