Canon PIXMA TS6420a Owners Manual

The Canon PIXMA TS6420a is an All-in-One inkjet printer designed for home and small office use. It features wireless and USB connectivity, automatic duplex printing, borderless photo printing up to 5"x7", a 100-sheet rear paper feed, a 20-sheet automatic document feeder (ADF), compatibility with various media types, and support for the Canon PRINT app and cloud services. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Features at a Glance

Key components: Printer unit, Power cord, Setup ink tanks (PG-275/CL-276 series), Setup CD-ROM/Manual, USB cable (optional for direct connection).

Unpacking and Installation

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

1. Remove all tape and packaging materials from inside and outside the printer.
2. Install ink tanks: Open front cover, remove protective caps from tanks, insert into correct color slots until they click.
3. Load paper: Adjust rear paper guide for paper size, load up to 100 sheets face down.
4. Connect power: Plug power cord into printer and wall outlet.

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

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow on-screen prompts and software installation.

1. Install software: Insert setup CD or download from Canon website. Follow on-screen instructions.
2. Connect to network: Use WPS button or manual setup via OLED menu to connect to Wi-Fi.
3. Align print head: Printer will automatically print and scan an alignment page after ink installation.
4. Register printer: Optional online registration for support and updates.

CAUTION! Do not unplug or turn off printer during initial setup or firmware updates.

Specifications

• Model: PIXMA TS6420a
• Print Method: Inkjet (On-demand FINE)
• Ink Cartridges: PG-275 Black, CL-276 Cyan/Magenta/Yellow
• Interface: Hi-Speed USB, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
• Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, 4"x6", 5"x7", envelopes (No. 10)
• Operating Systems: Windows 10/8.1/7, macOS 10.12-10.15
• Dimensions (WxDxH): Approx. 15.9" x 12.0" x 6.7"
• Weight: Approx. 12.1 lbs
• Power Consumption: Standby: approx. 1.5W, Printing: approx. 10W
• Power Source: 120V AC, 60Hz

Controls and Indicators

Front Panel: POWER button, STOP button, Wi-Fi button, OLED screen, Ink level indicators.

OLED Menu Navigation: Use arrow buttons to navigate menus for Wi-Fi setup, maintenance, and settings.

Indicator Lights: Power (steady green = on, blinking = processing, orange = error), Wi-Fi (blinking = connecting, steady = connected), Alarm (orange = error such as paper jam or low ink).

Software Settings: Print preferences (quality, paper type, borderless), Scan settings (resolution, file format), Maintenance (head cleaning, alignment).

Connecting to Devices

Wi-Fi: Use WPS or manual setup. USB: Direct connection to computer.

1. Ensure printer is powered on and in standby mode.
2. For Wi-Fi: Press Wi-Fi button, follow on-screen prompts or use WPS on router.
3. For USB: Connect USB cable to computer and printer (software installation required).
4. Mobile: Install Canon PRINT app, select printer from Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct list.

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

Printing and Scanning

Supports documents, photos, web pages, and cloud content.

1. Print from computer: Select file > Print > choose PIXMA TS6420a > adjust settings > Print.
2. Print from mobile: Open file in Canon PRINT app > select printer > adjust options > Print.
3. Scan: Place document in ADF or on glass > use scanner software or app > select settings > Scan.
4. Copy: Place original > press Copy button on software or app > select options (color, quality, number) > Start.
5. Borderless printing: Select "Borderless" in paper settings for supported photo sizes.
6. Duplex printing: Enable "Two-sided printing" in print dialog box.

WARNING! Do not touch glass or ADF rollers; use clean, supported media to avoid jams.

Maintenance

Ink Replacement: Open front cover, press ink tank latch, replace empty tank, close cover.

Print Head Cleaning: Use printer software or OLED menu: Maintenance > Deep Cleaning if print quality declines.

Nozzle Check: Print test pattern via software to verify ink flow.

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

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits for residential use. Copyright © Canon U.S.A., Inc. For support, visit www.usa.canon.com or contact 1-800-OK-CANON. This product meets ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

Troubleshooting

Reset: Hold STOP button for 5 seconds to reset Wi-Fi settings if needed.

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