Canon PIXMA MP268 – Driver Download, Setup and User Guide

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Setting Up the Canon PIXMA MP268: A Comprehensive Guide

Unboxing and Setup

  1. Unpack the printer from its box and remove all packaging materials.
  2. Locate the power cord and connect it to the printer and a power outlet.
  3. Turn on the printer using the power button.
  4. Lift the scanner unit (top cover) and remove the protective tape and orange clips.
  5. Close the scanner unit.

Ink Cartridge Installation

  1. Open the front cover of the printer.
  2. Pull out the cartridge holder.
  3. Remove the protective orange covers from the ink cartridges.
  4. Insert the color cartridges into the matching color slots (black, cyan, magenta, yellow).
  5. Push the cartridges down firmly until they click into place.
  6. Push the cartridge holder back into the printer.

Paper Loading

  1. Raise the output tray.
  2. Slide the paper guides outward to the width of your paper.
  3. Load up to 100 sheets of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper into the paper cassette.
  4. Adjust the paper guides to fit the paper snugly.

Driver Installation

  1. Insert the included CD-ROM into your computer’s optical drive.
  2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the Canon software.
  3. Connect the printer to your computer using the USB cable.
  4. The software will automatically detect the printer and complete the setup.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Printer Not Printing
* Ensure the printer is powered on and connected to your computer.
* Check if the ink cartridges are properly installed and have sufficient ink.
* Clean the print head following the instructions in the user manual.

Paper Jam
* Gently pull the jammed paper out of the paper cassette or output tray.
* Ensure the paper size and type meet the printer’s specifications.
* Check if the paper guides are properly adjusted.

Low Ink Error
* Replace the empty ink cartridge with a new one.
* Reset the ink levels by pressing the “Stop” button for 5 seconds.

Scanner Not Working
* Ensure the printer is connected to your computer and the scanner driver is installed.
* Check if the scanner unit is open and the protective tape has been removed.
* Clean the scanner glass with a soft, dry cloth.

Connectivity Issues
* Verify that the USB cable is properly connected to both the printer and your computer.
* Try using a different USB cable or port.
* Ensure that your computer’s firewall is not blocking the printer’s connection.

Other Issues
* Refer to the user manual for specific troubleshooting instructions or contact Canon support for assistance.

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