Canon Printer TR8620a User Manual

The Canon PIXMA TR8620a is an all-in-one wireless color inkjet printer with fax, scanner, and copier functions. It features automatic document feeder (ADF), 5 individual ink tanks, mobile printing, cloud connectivity, auto duplex printing, and a 4.3-inch touchscreen. Powered by 120V AC, 60Hz. 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 Features 9. Care & Cleaning 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: 4.3-inch Touchscreen, Automatic Document Feeder (ADF), 5 individual ink tanks (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Pigment Black), Paper trays, USB port, Ethernet port, Wi-Fi antenna.

Feature	Description
Automatic Document Feeder	For scanning/copying multiple pages automatically
5 Individual Ink Tanks	Replace only the color that runs out
4.3-inch Touchscreen	For menu navigation and settings
Wireless Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth
Mobile Printing	AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, Canon PRINT app
Auto Duplex Printing	Automatic two-sided printing
Fax Function	Send/receive faxes with ADF support
Paper Trays	Rear tray and 250-sheet cassette
USB/Ethernet Ports	For wired connections
POWER	Turns printer on/off

Installation

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

Install ink tanks: Open front cover, remove protective tape, insert tanks until click.
Load paper: Adjust guides in paper cassette, load plain paper.
Connect power: Plug power cord into printer and wall outlet.
Connect to computer: Use USB cable or set up wireless connection.

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

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow on-screen prompts.

Language selection: Choose ENGLISH (default) on touchscreen.
Align print head: Printer will automatically align after ink installation.
Install software: Insert CD or download from Canon website, follow installer.
Connect to network: Use touchscreen to select Wi-Fi network and enter password.
Register printer: Optional online registration for support.

CAUTION! Do not unplug during initialization. Allow print head alignment to complete.

Specifications

Printer Type: All-in-One Inkjet.
Functions: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax.
Print Speed: Up to 15 ppm (black), 10 ppm (color).
Ink System: 5 individual Canon CLI-281 tanks.
Connectivity: USB 2.0, Ethernet, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth.
Paper Handling: Rear tray + 250-sheet cassette, ADF 35 sheets.
Display: 4.3-inch color touchscreen.
Supported Media: Plain paper, photo paper, envelopes, labels.
Power Source: 120V AC, 60Hz.
Operating Temp: 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C).

Controls and Settings

Access menu via touchscreen. Front Panel: POWER, Stop, Color Copy, Black Copy.

Touchscreen Menu: Home, Copy, Scan, Fax, Settings, Maintenance.

Copy: Number of copies, color/black, paper size, reduce/enlarge. Scan: Scan to PC, email, cloud. Fax: Speed dial, broadcast fax, fax settings. Settings: Network, printer settings, device settings, reset. Maintenance: Print head alignment, nozzle check, deep cleaning, ink tank replacement.

Connecting Devices

USB: Direct connection to computer. Network: Ethernet or Wi-Fi. Mobile: Canon PRINT app.

Turn on printer and device before connecting.
For USB: Connect cable to printer and computer.
For Wi-Fi: Use touchscreen to select network and enter password.
For mobile: Install Canon PRINT app, follow pairing instructions.

Tip: Ensure Wi-Fi router is on and password is correct.

Printing & Scanning

Supports documents, photos, envelopes, labels.

Print from computer: Select file > Print > choose PIXMA TR8620a.
Print from mobile: Use Canon PRINT app or AirPrint.
Copy: Place document in ADF or on glass, select copies on touchscreen.
Scan: Place document, select scan destination (PC/email/cloud).
Fax: Place document, enter number, press Start.
Auto duplex: Enable in print settings for two-sided printing.
Borderless printing: Select in photo print settings.

WARNING! Do not touch glass or ADF rollers; use original documents only.

Maintenance Features

Nozzle Check: Print test pattern to check for clogs. Print Head Alignment: Aligns print head for sharp text. Deep Cleaning: Cleans clogged nozzles (uses ink). Ink Tank Replacement: Replace individual empty tanks.

Care & Cleaning

Unplug before cleaning. Wipe exterior with dry, soft cloth. Clean scanner glass with lint-free cloth and glass cleaner.

CAUTION! Do not use alcohol or solvents on printer surfaces. Avoid water near openings.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits for residential use. Copyright © Canon U.S.A., Inc.; trademarks of Canon. For support, visit www.usa.canon.com or contact 1-800-OK-CANON.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not printing	Out of ink/paper	Replace ink tank; load paper; check for paper jam.
Poor print quality	Clogged nozzles	Run nozzle check and cleaning from maintenance menu.
Wireless not working	Network issues	Restart router; reconnect printer to Wi-Fi.
Scanner not responding	Driver/connection	Reinstall scanner driver; check USB/network connection.
Paper jam	Misloaded paper	Turn off, remove jammed paper from rear or cassette.
Touchscreen unresponsive	Locked/glitch	Restart printer; clean screen with dry cloth.

Reset: Settings > Device settings > Reset settings.

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