Canon MP480 series – Driver Download, Setup and User Guide

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Setting Up Your Canon MP480 Series Printer

Step 1: Unbox the Printer and Remove Packaging Materials

  • Carefully remove the printer from the box.
  • Remove all packaging materials, including plastic wraps, foam inserts, and tape.
  • Keep the user manual for future reference.

Step 2: Install the Ink Cartridges

  • Open the printer’s top cover.
  • Remove the orange protective caps from the ink cartridges.
  • Insert the cartridges into the corresponding slots (black cartridge in black slot, color cartridge in color slot).
  • Push down on the cartridges until they click into place.

Step 3: Load Paper into the Tray

  • Open the paper tray by pulling it towards you.
  • Raise the paper guides to the desired paper size.
  • Load a stack of plain paper into the tray.
  • Adjust the paper guides to fit the paper snugly.

Step 4: Connect the Printer to Power and Computer

  • Connect the power cable to the printer and an electrical outlet.
  • Turn on the printer by pressing the power button.
  • Connect the USB cable (included in the box) to the printer’s USB port and a vacant USB port on your computer.

Step 5: Install the Printer Software

  • Insert the software disc that came with the printer into your computer’s disc drive.
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to install the printer software.
  • If you don’t have the disc, download the software from Canon’s website: https://www.canon.com/en-us/support/product?product=mp480&category=software

Step 6: Test Print

  • Once the software installation is complete, open a document on your computer.
  • Click “File” > “Print.”
  • Select your Canon MP480 series printer from the list.
  • Click “OK” to start printing.

Common Issues and Troubleshooting

Problem: Printer not printing

  • Solution: Ensure the printer is powered on, connected to the computer, and loaded with paper. Check for error messages on the printer’s display and resolve them accordingly.

Problem: Print quality is poor

  • Solution: Clean the print heads by following the instructions in the user manual. Use genuine Canon ink cartridges and check if the paper type is compatible with the printer.

Problem: Printer is not recognized by computer

  • Solution: Reinstall the printer software. Make sure the USB cable is properly connected to both the printer and computer. Try using a different USB port.

Problem: Paper jams

  • Solution: Gently pull the paper out of the paper tray or rear output tray. If the paper is still jammed, turn off the printer and carefully remove the paper.

Problem: Ink levels are low

  • Solution: Replace the empty ink cartridge with a new one. If the ink level is low but still printing, you may consider waiting until the cartridge is empty before replacing it.

Problem: Printer is making loud noises

  • Solution: Check if the printer is correctly seated on a flat surface. Open and close the paper tray to ensure it is fully seated. Clean the printer’s rollers if necessary.

Additional Tips

  • For wireless printing, follow the specific instructions provided with your printer model.
  • Adjust the printer’s print quality settings to suit your specific needs.
  • Regularly clean and maintain your printer to prevent any issues.
  • Refer to the user manual for more detailed instructions and troubleshooting information.

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