Manual for Canon PIXMA TR4720

The Canon PIXMA TR4720 is an all-in-one wireless inkjet printer designed for home and small office use. It features print, copy, and scan capabilities, wireless connectivity (Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct), mobile printing support (Canon PRINT app, AirPrint, Mopria), automatic duplex printing, a 100-sheet rear paper feed, and uses Canon FINE cartridge technology for high-quality output. Below are key sections for setup, features, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Unpacking and Setup 3. First-Time Installation 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Indicators 6. Connecting to Networks 7. Printing and Copying 8. Scanning Documents 9. Maintenance & Ink Management 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Print/Scan/Copy unit, Control Panel, Rear Paper Feed, Ink Cartridge Slots, USB port, Wireless antenna.

Feature	Description
Wireless Connectivity	Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), Wi-Fi Direct for device-to-printer connection
Mobile Printing	Canon PRINT app, Apple AirPrint, Android Mopria Print Service
Automatic Duplex Printing	Prints on both sides of paper automatically
Paper Capacity	Rear feed tray holds up to 100 sheets (plain paper)
Ink System	Uses Canon PG-275 (black) and CL-276 (color) cartridges
Scanner Type	Flatbed color image scanner
Copy Function	Copy up to 99 pages continuously
Control Panel	LCD screen, Navigation buttons, Stop, Color, Black copy buttons
Power Button	Turns printer on/off
Alarm Indicator	Flashes for errors (paper jam, low ink, etc.)

Unpacking and Setup

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

Remove all tape and packaging materials from printer exterior and interior.
Install ink cartridges: Open cover, insert PG-275 (black) and CL-276 (color) cartridges into respective slots.
Load paper: Adjust rear paper guide, insert up to 100 sheets face down.
Connect power cord to printer and wall outlet.

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

First-Time Installation

Power on printer; follow on-screen or software prompts.

Install software: Insert included CD or download from Canon website. Run setup wizard.
Connect to network: Use WPS button or manual setup to connect printer to Wi-Fi.
Align print head: Printer will automatically align after ink installation.
Test print: Print a test page via software to verify installation.

CAUTION! Do not unplug or turn off printer during initial setup or print head alignment.

Specifications

Print Technology: Inkjet (FINE Cartridge System)
Print Resolution: Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi
Print Speed (ISO): Approx. 8.8 ipm (black), 5.0 ipm (color)
Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, 4x6", 5x7", 8x10"
Scanner Resolution: Up to 1200 x 2400 dpi
Copy Speed: Approx. 3.0 ipm (black), 1.5 ipm (color)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, USB 2.0
Supported OS: Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Power Consumption: Approx. 10W (operation), 0.9W (standby)
Dimensions (WxDxH): 16.9" x 12.6" x 6.7"

Controls and Indicators

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

LCD Messages: Display status like "Ready," "Copying," "Low Ink," "Paper Jam."

Indicator Lights: Power (steady green = on, flashing = processing), Alarm (flashing orange = error).

Menu Navigation: Use arrows to select copy settings (number of copies, darkness), Wi-Fi setup, maintenance options.

Connecting to Networks

Wi-Fi Setup: Use WPS (press button on router, then press WPS button on printer) or manual setup via LCD menu.

Press Wi-Fi button on printer until alarm light flashes.
On computer or mobile device, select network name (SSID) from list.
Enter password if required.
Confirm connection on LCD.

Tip: For Wi-Fi Direct, press and hold Wi-Fi button until 'Direct' appears, then connect device to printer's network.

Printing and Copying

Supports documents, photos, web pages.

Print from computer: Select 'Canon TR4720 series' as printer in application.
Print from mobile: Use Canon PRINT app, AirPrint (iOS), or Mopria (Android).
Copy: Place original on scanner glass or ADF (if equipped), press Black or Color copy button, adjust number with arrows.
Duplex printing: Enable in printer driver settings for automatic two-sided printing.
Cancel job: Press Stop button during processing.

WARNING! Use only recommended paper types to avoid jams. Do not open cover during printing.

Scanning Documents

Scan to computer or mobile device.

Place document face down on scanner glass.
From computer: Use Canon My Image Garden or scanner software.
From mobile: Use Canon PRINT app to scan via Wi-Fi.
Adjust settings: Resolution, color mode, file format (JPEG, PDF).

Note: For best results, clean scanner glass with soft, dry cloth before scanning.

Maintenance & Ink Management

Replace ink when low indicator appears. Clean print head via software if print quality declines.

Ink replacement: Open cover, wait for carriage to stop, press cartridge lock, replace with new PG-275/CL-276.
Print head cleaning: Use Canon software > Maintenance > Deep Cleaning.
Nozzle check: Print test pattern to verify ink flow.

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

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. Energy Star® qualified.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not responding	Power/connection	Ensure power cord plugged in; restart printer; check Wi-Fi connection.
Poor print quality	Ink/low head alignment	Replace low ink cartridges; run print head cleaning and alignment via software.
Paper jam	Paper misloaded/obstruction	Turn off, remove jammed paper from rear tray and interior; reload paper correctly.
Scanner not working	Software/driver	Reinstall scanner driver; ensure Wi-Fi connection active for wireless scanning.
Cannot connect to Wi-Fi	Network settings	Restart router and printer; re-run wireless setup; check password.

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

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