Pixma G4210 Canon Printer Manual

The Canon PIXMA G4210 is a MegaTank wireless all-in-one printer designed for high-volume printing with refillable ink tanks. It supports printing, scanning, copying, and faxing, featuring wireless connectivity, automatic duplex printing, and compatibility with various paper types. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation & Setup 3. Specifications 4. Controls and Functions 5. Loading Paper & Ink 6. Wireless Setup 7. Printing from Devices 8. Scanning & Copying 9. Maintenance & Cleaning 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Refillable ink tanks, control panel with LCD, paper input tray, output tray, scanner glass, automatic document feeder (ADF).

Feature	Description
MegaTank System	High-capacity refillable ink tanks for cost-effective printing
Wireless Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth (where supported)
All-in-One Functions	Print, scan, copy, fax
Automatic Duplex Printing	Prints on both sides of paper automatically
LCD Control Panel	For settings, status, and navigation
Paper Handling	Input tray capacity: up to 200 sheets
Supported Media	Plain paper, photo paper, envelopes, labels
Ink Monitoring	LCD displays ink levels for each color
Mobile Printing	Canon PRINT app, AirPrint, Mopria
Power Supply	AC adapter for standard wall outlet

Installation & Setup

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

Install ink tanks: Remove protective seals, insert tanks into corresponding slots until they click.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in input tray, load paper print-side down.
Connect power: Plug AC adapter into printer and wall outlet, then power on.
Initial setup: Follow on-screen prompts on LCD to align printhead and set language/region.

WARNING! Handle ink tanks carefully to avoid spills. Keep printer upright during installation.

Specifications

Printer Type: Inkjet all-in-one with MegaTank.
Functions: Print, scan, copy, fax.
Print Resolution: Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi (color).
Print Speed: Approx. 13 ipm (black), 6.8 ipm (color).
Scanner Type: Flatbed + ADF (up to 30 sheets).
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, USB 2.0.
Paper Sizes: Letter, legal, A4, envelopes, photo sizes up to 8.5" x 11".
Ink Colors: Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow.
Power Requirements: 120V AC, 60Hz.
Dimensions: Approx. 16.7" W x 13.2" D x 8.9" H.

Controls and Functions

Access functions via LCD control panel or remote software.

Control Panel Buttons: Power, Home, Back, Navigation arrows, OK, Stop, Color Copy, Black Copy, Scan.

LCD Menu Options: Wireless setup, Print settings, Maintenance, Scan settings, Fax setup.

Print Settings: Paper type, quality (draft, standard, high), duplex, borderless.

Scan Settings: Resolution, file format (PDF, JPEG), destination (computer, cloud).

Maintenance: Printhead alignment, nozzle check, cleaning, ink level check.

Loading Paper & Ink

Paper: Adjust guides in input tray, load stack print-side down. Ink: Refill using Canon GI-90 bottles when levels are low.

Ensure printer is on and idle.
Open ink tank cover, remove cap from bottle.
Insert bottle into tank opening; ink flows automatically until full.
Replace cap, close cover, run nozzle check if needed.

Tip: Use genuine Canon inks for optimal performance and warranty.

Wireless Setup

Connect printer to your Wi-Fi network for wireless printing.

On control panel: Press Home > Settings > Wireless LAN setup.
Select your network from list, enter password using on-screen keyboard.
Confirm connection; printer will obtain IP address.
Install drivers on computer via Canon website or CD.

Note: For Wi-Fi Direct, enable on printer and connect device directly without router.

Printing from Devices

Supports printing from computers, smartphones, tablets.

Computer: Install Canon driver, select printer in print dialog.
Mobile: Use Canon PRINT app (iOS/Android), select photo/document to print.
AirPrint (iOS): Open file, tap Share > Print, select PIXMA G4210.
Mopria (Android): Enable in settings, print via compatible apps.
Cloud: Print from Google Cloud Print, Canon Cloud Printing.

WARNING! Ensure device and printer are on same Wi-Fi network for wireless printing.

Scanning & Copying

Place document on scanner glass or in ADF.

Scanning: Press Scan button, select destination (computer/cloud), adjust settings via LCD.
Copying: Press Color Copy or Black Copy, set number of copies with arrow buttons.
Adjust settings: Use LCD for copy quality, paper size, zoom, duplex.
Start: Press OK or Start button to begin.

Tip: For multiple pages, use ADF for automatic feeding.

Maintenance & Cleaning

Unplug before cleaning exterior. Use soft, dry cloth; avoid liquids on controls.

Printhead Cleaning: Via LCD: Maintenance > Cleaning > Printhead.

Nozzle Check: Print test pattern to verify ink flow.

Scanner Glass: Clean with lint-free cloth and glass cleaner if needed.

CAUTION! Do not touch printhead nozzles; allow cleaning cycles to complete.

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 uses genuine Canon ink and components; third-party supplies may affect performance and warranty.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not powering on	Power connection	Check AC adapter is plugged in securely; try different outlet.
Poor print quality	Clogged nozzles/low ink	Run nozzle check and cleaning cycles; refill ink if low.
Wireless connection fails	Network settings	Restart printer/router; re-run wireless setup; check password.
Paper jams	Misloaded paper	Turn off, open rear cover, remove jammed paper gently.
Scanner not working	Driver/connection	Reinstall scanner driver; ensure USB/Wi-Fi connection is active.

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

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