How to Add Canon TS3522 Printer Manually

User Manual & Installation Guide

Canon PIXMA TS3522

Installation Guide

Tools Needed:

  • USB cable (Type B)
  • Power cable
  • Ink cartridges (PG-275 and CL-276)
  • Installation CD or downloaded drivers
  • Computer with Windows/Mac OS

Step-by-Step Manual Installation

  1. Unpack and Setup: Remove all packaging materials from the printer. Place on a flat, stable surface near your computer.
  2. Power Connection: Connect the power cord to the printer and plug into a power outlet. Turn on the printer.
  3. Install Ink Cartridges: Open the front cover, wait for print head to move to center. Install black (PG-275) and color (CL-276) cartridges.
  4. Load Paper: Adjust paper guides in rear tray, load plain paper (up to 100 sheets).
  5. USB Connection: Connect USB cable from printer to computer (do not connect to USB hub).
  6. Driver Installation: Insert installation CD or download drivers from Canon website. Follow on-screen instructions.
  7. Manual Printer Addition: Go to Control Panel > Devices and Printers > Add Printer. Select "Add a local printer".
  8. Port Selection: Choose "Use an existing port" and select USB001 (Virtual printer port for USB).
  9. Driver Selection: Click "Have Disk" and browse to driver location. Select "Canon TS3500 series".
  10. Printer Name: Name printer "Canon TS3522" and complete installation.
  11. Test Print: Print test page to verify installation.
Warning: Ensure printer is turned off before connecting USB cable. Install ink cartridges immediately after unpacking to prevent print head drying.

Specifications

Model Series PIXMA TS3522
Type All-in-One Inkjet Printer
Functions Print, Scan, Copy
Print Technology FINE Cartridge System
Print Speed (Black/Color) 7.7 ipm / 4.0 ipm
Print Resolution 4800 x 1200 dpi
Scan Resolution 600 x 1200 dpi
Paper Sizes Letter, Legal, 4x6", 5x7", 8x10"
Ink Cartridges PG-275 (Black), CL-276 (Color)
Connectivity USB 2.0
Dimensions (HxWxD) 12.9 x 16.3 x 7.7 inches
Weight 9.7 lbs
Power Requirements 120V, 60Hz, 0.8A

Warranty Information

  • Limited Warranty: 1 year parts and labor
  • Print Head Warranty: 1 year or 10,000 pages
  • Technical Support: Free phone support for 1 year

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

Key Features

Compact All-in-One Design

Space-saving design that combines printing, scanning, and copying functions in one device, perfect for home or small office use.

Auto Power On/Off

Automatically turns on when receiving print data and turns off after a period of inactivity, saving energy and reducing power consumption.

My Image Garden Software

Included software for easy photo editing, organization, and creative projects with automatic photo enhancement features.

Borderless Printing

Print borderless photos up to 8.5" x 11" for professional-looking photos without white edges.

Easy Photo Printing

Direct printing from compatible memory cards and PictBridge compatible cameras without using a computer.

Quiet Mode

Reduces printing noise during nighttime or quiet hours while maintaining print quality.

Manual Installation Methods

USB Installation

Direct connection using USB cable for reliable wired printing

Driver Update

Manual driver installation from Canon website for latest features

Windows Manual Add

Using Windows Add Printer wizard for custom installation

Mac Manual Add

Using System Preferences for printer setup on macOS

IP Address Setup

Manual network configuration using printer's IP address

Troubleshooting Mode

Advanced installation methods for connection issues

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Solution
Printer not detected USB connection issue, driver not installed Check USB cable, reinstall drivers, try different USB port
Print quality issues Clogged print head, low ink, wrong paper type Run print head cleaning, check ink levels, use recommended paper
Paper jams Overloaded tray, wrinkled paper, foreign objects Clear jammed paper, reload properly, check for obstructions
Scanner not working Driver issue, software conflict Reinstall scanner drivers, update software, check connections
Ink not recognized Cartridge not installed properly, expired cartridges Reinstall cartridges, check expiration dates, clean contacts
Slow printing High quality settings, large file size, computer performance Adjust print quality, reduce file size, check computer resources

Error Codes and Lights

  • Orange light flashing 2 times: Paper jam - Clear paper path
  • Orange light flashing 3 times: No paper - Load paper in rear tray
  • Orange light flashing 4 times: Ink cartridge error - Reinstall cartridges
  • Orange light flashing 5 times: Print head error - Contact support
  • Orange light flashing 7 times: Waste ink absorber full - Service required
  • Orange light flashing 8 times: Internal hardware error - Power cycle printer

Manual Downloads

Current Model Manuals

TS3522

Full User Manual

TS3522

Quick Start Guide

TS3522

Driver Installation Guide

TS3522

Troubleshooting Manual

Related Canon Models

TS3520

Previous Version Manual

TS3122

Basic Model Manual

MG3620

Wireless Model Manual

TR8520

Tank Model Manual

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