Canon Pixma Copier Manual

User Manual & Installation Guide

MX Series All-in-One

Installation Guide

Tools Needed:

  • USB cable (Type-B)
  • Power cable
  • Ink cartridges (set of 4 or 5)
  • Setup CD or downloaded drivers
  • Network cable (optional for wired connection)

Step-by-Step Installation

  1. Unpack and Position: Remove all packaging materials and position the copier on a flat, stable surface near power outlet and computer.
  2. Install Ink Cartridges: Open the front cover and install the provided ink cartridges following the color indicators.
  3. Connect Power: Connect the power cable to the copier and plug into a grounded electrical outlet.
  4. Load Paper: Adjust the paper guides in the input tray and load plain paper (up to 100 sheets).
  5. Connect to Computer: Connect via USB cable to your computer or set up wireless connection through the control panel.
  6. Install Software: Insert setup CD or download drivers from Canon website and follow on-screen instructions.
  7. Test Functions: Print a test page, make a copy, and scan a document to verify all functions work properly.
Warning: Do not touch the print head or ink nozzles. Keep the copier away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.

Specifications

Model Series MX492 / MX532 / MX922 Series
Type All-in-One Inkjet Copier/Printer/Scanner
Color Black / White
Functions Print, Copy, Scan, Fax (select models)
Print Speed (Black/Color) 9.9 / 5.7 ipm
Maximum Resolution 4800 x 1200 dpi
Paper Sizes Letter, Legal, 4x6, 5x7, 8x10 inches
Ink Cartridges PGI-250 / CLI-251 series (4 or 5 color)
Connectivity USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, Ethernet (select models)
Dimensions (HxWxD) 15.9 x 17.5 x 10.8 inches
Weight 14.3 lbs
Power Consumption 12W (operating), 1.5W (standby)

Warranty Information

  • Standard Warranty: 1 year limited warranty
  • Print Head Warranty: 2 years or specific page yield
  • Extended Coverage: Canon CarePAK available for purchase

For warranty service, contact Canon Customer Support at 1-800-OK-CANON or visit Canon.com/support

Key Features

Hybrid Ink System

Canon's patented Hybrid Ink technology combines dye and pigment inks for vibrant color photos and sharp, smudge-resistant text documents.

Auto Duplex Printing

Automatic two-sided printing saves paper and time, with easy setup through the printer driver software.

Wireless Connectivity

Built-in Wi-Fi allows printing from computers, smartphones, and tablets without cables. Supports Apple AirPrint and Google Cloud Print.

Automatic Document Feeder

35-page ADF enables quick copying and scanning of multi-page documents without manual page feeding.

Canon PRINT App

Free mobile app for printing, scanning, and copying directly from iOS and Android devices with enhanced photo printing options.

Energy Star Certified

Meets strict energy efficiency guidelines, featuring automatic power-off and low-power standby modes.

Copy Functions Explained

Photo Copy

Optimized settings for copying photographs with enhanced color reproduction

ID Card Copy

Special mode for copying both sides of ID cards onto a single page

N-up Copy

Copy multiple pages onto a single sheet (2-up, 4-up, etc.) to save paper

Borderless Copy

Create edge-to-edge copies without white borders for photos and flyers

Reduce/Enlarge

Adjust copy size from 25% to 400% of original document size

Auto Color Detection

Automatically detects color documents and switches between color and black/white copying

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Solution
Copier won't power on Power cable disconnected, outlet not working Check power connections, try different outlet, ensure power switch is on
Poor copy quality Low ink, clogged nozzles, wrong paper type Replace ink cartridges, run nozzle check, use recommended paper
Paper jams Overloaded tray, wrinkled paper, foreign objects Clear jammed paper, reload paper properly, check for obstructions
Wireless connection issues Router problems, incorrect password, signal interference Restart router, re-enter password, move closer to router
Scanner not working Driver issues, software conflicts, connection problems Reinstall drivers, check software compatibility, verify connections
Ink not recognized Incorrect installation, expired cartridges, dirty contacts Reinstall cartridges, check expiration dates, clean electrical contacts

Error Codes

  • E02 / E03: Paper jam - Open covers and remove jammed paper
  • E05 / E14: Ink cartridge error - Reinstall or replace cartridges
  • E13 / E16: Print head error - Clean print head or contact support
  • E27 / E32: Scanner error - Restart copier, check for obstructions
  • B200: Fatal error - Unplug for 60 seconds, then retry
  • P02 / P22: Waste ink absorber full - Service required

Manual Downloads

Current Model Manuals

MX492

Wireless All-in-One Copier

MX532

Wireless Fax All-in-One

MX922

Wireless Photo All-in-One

MG3620

Wireless All-in-One

Popular Previous Models

MX452

Wireless All-in-One

MX432

All-in-One Copier

MX412

Basic All-in-One

MX392

Entry All-in-One

Note: For models not listed here, please visit the Canon Support Website for complete documentation and driver downloads.