Canon PIXMA MG3650S Instruction Manual

The Canon PIXMA MG3650S is an all-in-one inkjet printer designed for home and small office use, featuring printing, scanning, and copying capabilities. It supports wireless connectivity, borderless photo printing, and uses individual ink tanks (PGI-570/CLI-571 series). 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, Power cord, Setup CD-ROM (software/drivers), Ink cartridges (PGI-570 Black, CLI-571 Color), Quick Start Guide.

Feature	Description
Print Technology	Inkjet (FINE cartridge system)
Functions	Print, Scan, Copy
Connectivity	USB 2.0, Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), Direct wireless printing
Paper Handling	Rear tray (up to 100 sheets plain), Auto Sheet Feeder for copying/scanning
Print Resolution	Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi (color)
Ink System	Individual cartridges (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
Borderless Printing	Supported up to A4 size
Display	LED indicators (Power, Alarm, Wi-Fi)
Control Buttons	Power, Stop/Reset, Wi-Fi, Color Copy, Black Copy
Supported OS	Windows, macOS

Installation

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

Install ink cartridges: Open front cover, remove protective tape from cartridges, insert into correct slots until click.
Load paper: Adjust rear paper guide, insert paper print-side down.
Connect power: Plug power cord into printer and wall outlet.
Install software: Insert CD-ROM or download from Canon website, follow on-screen instructions.

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

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow software prompts.

Install drivers: Run setup software, select connection type (USB or Wireless).
Wireless setup: Press Wi-Fi button, use WPS or select network via software.
Align print head: Software will prompt for alignment after ink installation.
Test print: Print a test page to verify installation.

CAUTION! Do not unplug or turn off during software installation.

Specifications

Print Speed: Approx. 9.9 ipm (black), 5.7 ipm (color).
Scan Resolution: Up to 1200 x 2400 dpi.
Copy Speed: Approx. 24 seconds (color, single copy).
Paper Sizes: A4, Letter, Legal, envelopes, photo sizes up to 4"x6".
Ink Cartridges: PGI-570 Black, CLI-571 Cyan/Magenta/Yellow.
Interface: USB 2.0 Hi-Speed, Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n.
Power Consumption: Approx. 10W (printing), 0.3W (standby).
Dimensions: 449 x 304 x 152 mm.
Weight: Approx. 5.9 kg.

Controls and Settings

Front Panel: POWER button (on/off), STOP/RESET (cancel operation), Wi-Fi button (connection setup), Color Copy, Black Copy buttons.

LED Indicators: Power (green), Alarm (orange flashing for errors), Wi-Fi (blue when connected).

Software Settings: Use Canon IJ Printer Utility or printer properties for print quality (Standard, High), paper type, borderless, duplex (manual), maintenance tasks.

Copy Settings: Press Color or Black Copy button, adjust number of copies with button presses (1-9).

Connecting Devices

USB: Connect directly to computer via USB cable. Wireless: Connect to network via WPS or software setup.

Ensure printer is powered on.
For USB: Connect cable, software will detect automatically.
For Wi-Fi: Press Wi-Fi button, use WPS on router or select network in software.
Mobile printing: Install Canon PRINT app for smartphone printing.

Tip: Place printer within range of Wi-Fi router for stable connection.

Printing & Scanning

Printing: Select document, choose "Canon MG3600 series" as printer, adjust settings as needed.

Load paper appropriate for document (plain, photo, etc.).
Send print job from computer or mobile device.
For borderless photos: Select "Borderless" in print settings.

Scanning: Place document on scanner glass or in Auto Sheet Feeder.

Use Canon IJ Scan Utility or software of choice.
Select scan type (Color, Grayscale), resolution, destination.
Press scan button on printer or software.

Copying: Place document, press Color Copy or Black Copy button, adjust copies with button presses.

WARNING! Do not open cover during printing/scanning. Use recommended paper types.

Maintenance

Ink Replacement: When ink low, replace cartridge promptly.

Open front cover, wait for cartridge holder to move to center.
Press cartridge down to release, remove.
Insert new cartridge, close cover.

Print Head Cleaning: Use printer software for automatic cleaning if print quality declines.

Exterior Cleaning: Unplug, wipe with dry soft cloth.

CAUTION! Use only genuine Canon ink cartridges. Do not refill cartridges.

Regulatory Information

FCC Compliance: Class B digital device; complies with Part 15 rules. CE, RoHS compliant. Copyright © Canon Inc. For support, visit www.canon.com/support or contact Canon Customer Service in your region.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not powering on	Power connection	Check power cord is plugged in securely; outlet is working.
Print quality poor	Clogged print head/low ink	Run print head cleaning via software; replace low ink cartridges.
Wireless connection fails	Router distance/settings	Move printer closer to router; restart printer/router; re-run wireless setup.
Paper jam	Paper misloaded/obstruction	Turn off, remove jammed paper gently; reload paper correctly.
Scanner not working	Driver/connection issue	Reinstall scanner driver; ensure USB/Wi-Fi connection is active.

Reset: Hold STOP/RESET button for 5 seconds to restore some settings.

Service: Visit www.canon.com/support or contact authorized service center.