Pixma MG3600 Series Canon Printer Manual

The Canon PIXMA MG3600 Series is an all-in-one inkjet printer designed for home and small office use, featuring printing, scanning, and copying capabilities. It supports wireless connectivity, borderless photo printing, and uses Canon's FINE cartridge system. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Features at a Glance

Key components: Print/Scan/Copy functions, Wireless connectivity, Auto Power On/Off, Borderless printing, 1.5-inch LCD display, Front paper feed, Rear output tray.

Installation & Setup

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

1. Remove all packaging tapes and protective materials from printer interior.
2. Install ink cartridges: Open front cover, insert PG-545 black and CL-546 color cartridges until they click.
3. Load paper: Adjust paper guide in rear tray, load up to 100 sheets of plain paper.
4. Connect power: Plug AC adapter into printer and wall outlet.
5. Turn on printer using POWER button.

WARNING! Do not touch print head or ink contacts. Keep printer away from heat sources and direct sunlight.

First-Time Configuration

Power on printer; follow setup wizard on computer or mobile device.

1. Install software: Insert CD or download from Canon website, run setup.
2. Connect via USB or Wireless: During setup, choose connection method.
3. For wireless: Use WPS button on router or manual network selection.
4. Align print head: Use printer software to perform automatic alignment.
5. Print test page: Verify installation and print quality.

CAUTION! Do not unplug or turn off printer during software installation or firmware update.

Specifications

• Model Series: PIXMA MG3600 (MG3620, MG3640, etc.)
• Functions: Print, Scan, Copy
• Connectivity: USB 2.0, Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n)
• Display: 1.5-inch mono LCD
• Paper Capacity: Rear tray: 100 sheets (plain), Front output: up to 50 sheets
• Ink System: FINE cartridge, individual PG-545 (Black) & CL-546 (Color)
• Supported OS: Windows 7/8/10, macOS 10.9-10.15
• Dimensions: Approx. 426 x 306 x 145 mm (W x D x H)
• Weight: Approx. 5.0 kg
• Power Consumption: Standby: 1.5W, Printing: approx. 10W

Controls and Functions

Front Panel: POWER button, STOP button, Wi-Fi button, Alarm lamp, Power lamp.

LCD Indicators: Shows status, error codes, ink levels, wireless connection.

Software Controls: Canon PRINT app for mobile printing, ScanGear for scanning, My Image Garden for photos.

Print Settings: Quality (Draft, Standard, High), Paper type, Borderless, Duplex, Grayscale.

Scan Settings: Resolution, File format (PDF, JPEG), Destination.

Copy Settings: Number of copies, Darkness, Reduce/Enlarge (25%-400%).

Connecting to Devices

USB: Direct connection to computer. Wireless: Connect to home network for multiple devices.

1. USB: Connect USB cable to computer and printer, install drivers.
2. Wireless Setup: Press Wi-Fi button, use WPS on router or select network via software.
3. Mobile Printing: Install Canon PRINT app, connect to same Wi-Fi network as printer.
4. AirPrint: For iOS devices, select printer from Print menu in supported apps.

Tip: Ensure printer and device are on same network for wireless printing.

Printing & Scanning

Supports documents, photos, envelopes, labels.

1. Printing: Select file, choose PIXMA MG3600 as printer, adjust settings, click Print.
2. Photo Printing: Use photo paper, select "Borderless" for 4x6" or 5x7" prints.
3. Scanning: Place document face down on glass, use Scan button or software to scan.
4. Copying: Place original, press Copy button, adjust settings using LCD indicators.
5. Cancel Job: Press STOP button to cancel current print/scan/copy job.

WARNING! Do not open covers during printing. Use recommended paper types.

Maintenance & Ink

Ink Replacement: When ink low alarm lights, replace cartridge promptly.

1. Open front cover, wait for print head to move to center.
2. Press cartridge latch, remove old cartridge.
3. Remove protective tape from new cartridge, insert until click.
4. Close cover, printer will align heads automatically.

Print Head Cleaning: Use printer software for deep cleaning if print quality declines.

Nozzle Check: Print test pattern to verify all nozzles are firing.

Care & Cleaning

Unplug before cleaning. Exterior: Use dry, soft cloth. Interior: Use lint-free cloth for paper dust.

CAUTION! Do not use alcohol, solvents, or abrasive cleaners. Never spray liquids directly on printer.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits for residential use. Copyright © Canon Inc. All rights reserved. For support, visit www.canon.com/support or contact Canon Customer Service at 1-800-OK-CANON.

Troubleshooting

Reset: Unplug for 60 seconds, plug back in to soft reset.

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