Canon TR4500 Series Manual

The Canon TR4500 Series is a versatile all-in-one inkjet printer designed for home and small office use. It features printing, scanning, copying, and fax capabilities, wireless connectivity, automatic duplex printing, a flatbed scanner, and support for various media types. Below are key sections for safety, features, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Unpacking and Installation 3. First-Time Setup 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Indicators 6. Connecting to Devices 7. Printing and Scanning 8. Maintenance 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Print head, Ink tanks (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow), Paper feed tray, Output tray, Control panel, Scanner unit, Connectivity ports.

Feature	Description
Print Technology	FINE (Full-Photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) inkjet
Print Resolution	Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi
Print Speed	Approx. 15 ipm (black), 10 ipm (color)
Paper Sizes	A4, Letter, Legal, envelopes, photo papers
Duplex Printing	Automatic (2-sided)
Scanner Type	Flatbed color image scanner
Connectivity	USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct
Control Panel	LCD screen, navigation buttons, power button
Ink System	Individual ink tanks (PGI-270, CLI-271)
Supported OS	Windows, macOS

Unpacking and Installation

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

Remove all tape and packaging materials from the printer.
Install ink tanks: Open front cover, remove protective caps from ink tanks, insert into correct slots.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in rear tray, load up to 100 sheets of plain paper.
Connect power: Plug power cord into printer and wall outlet.

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 on computer or printer display.

Install software: Insert setup CD or download drivers from Canon website.
Connect to computer: Use USB cable or set up wireless connection via Wi-Fi.
Align print head: Use printer software or control panel to perform alignment.
Test print: Print a test page to verify installation.

CAUTION! Ensure printer is on a flat surface; do not move during initialization.

Specifications

Model: Canon TR4500 Series.
Functions: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax.
Print Method: Inkjet (FINE technology).
Ink Tanks: 4 individual tanks (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow).
Paper Capacity: Rear tray: 100 sheets (plain), 20 sheets (photo).
Scanner Resolution: Up to 1200 x 2400 dpi.
Interface: USB 2.0, Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), Wi-Fi Direct.
Power Consumption: Approx. 12W (operation), 0.8W (standby).
Dimensions: Approx. 445 x 331 x 185 mm.
Weight: Approx. 6.8 kg.

Controls and Indicators

Control Panel: Power button, LCD screen, Navigation arrows, OK, Stop, Color/Black copy buttons.

Indicators: Power (green), Error (orange), Wi-Fi (blue), Ink level (displayed on LCD).

Menu Options: Setup (Wi-Fi, language, date/time), Maintenance (clean print head, align), Copy settings (number of copies, density, paper size). Scan settings (resolution, file format).

Connecting to Devices

USB: Connect directly to computer. Wi-Fi: Connect to network via WPS or manual setup.

Turn on printer and ensure Wi-Fi is enabled on router.
On printer, navigate to Wireless LAN setup in menu.
Select network name (SSID) and enter password.
Install printer software on computer and select wireless printer during setup.

Tip: For Wi-Fi Direct, use button on printer to connect devices without a router.

Printing and Scanning

Supports documents, photos, envelopes.

Printing: Select file > Print > choose Canon TR4500 > adjust settings (paper type, quality) > OK.
Copying: Place document on scanner glass or in feeder > select copies on control panel > press Color or Black button.
Scanning: Use Canon software or Windows/macOS built-in tools > select scan settings > preview > scan.
Faxing (if supported): Connect phone line > dial number > place document > press start.

WARNING! Do not touch scanner glass with fingers; use clean cloth. Ensure paper is free of staples.

Maintenance

Ink Replacement: When ink low alert appears, replace individual tank. Print Head Cleaning: Use printer software or menu to clean if print quality declines. Print Head Alignment: Perform after ink replacement or cleaning.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits. ICES-003: Complies with Canadian standards. Copyright © Canon Inc. For support, visit www.canon.com/support or contact 1-800-OK-CANON.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not powering on	Power connection	Ensure power cord is securely plugged into outlet and printer.
Poor print quality	Clogged print head, low ink	Run print head cleaning utility; check/replace ink tanks.
Paper jam	Paper misloaded, debris	Turn off printer, remove paper carefully from all access areas.
Wireless connection fails	Router distance, password	Move printer closer to router; re-enter Wi-Fi password correctly.
Scanner not working	Driver, connection	Reinstall scanner driver; ensure USB/Wi-Fi connection is active.

Reset: Hold Stop button for 5 seconds to reset printer settings if needed.

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