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Printing Does Not Start
Check 1: Make sure that the power plug is securely plugged in, then
turn the machine on.
While the
Power
lamp is flashing blue, the machine is initializing. Wait until the
Power
lamp stops
flashing and remains lit blue.
Note
When printing large data such as a photo or graphics, it may take longer to start printing. While
the
Power
lamp is flashing blue, the computer is processing data and sending it to the
machine. Wait until printing starts.
Check 2: Check the status of ink tanks. Replace the ink tank if ink has
run out.
Check 3: Open the Scanning Unit (Cover) and check to see if the ink
lamps are flashing red.
If there is still sufficient ink but its ink lamp is flashing red, an ink tank may not be installed in a right
position.
Routine Maintenance
Check 4: Open the Scanning Unit (Cover) and make sure that the ink
lamps light up red.
If the ink lamp is not lit, press the
mark on the ink tank until it clicks into place.
Check 5: Make sure that the machine is connect to your computer
properly.
When the machine is connect to your computer with a USB cable, make sure that the USB cable is
securely plugged in to the machine and the computer, then check the following:
If you are using a relay device such as a USB hub, disconnect it, connect the machine directly to
the computer, and try printing again. If printing starts normally, there is a problem with the relay
device. Consult the reseller of the relay device for details.
There could also be a problem with the USB cable. Replace the USB cable and try printing
again.
When you use the machine over LAN, make sure that the machine is connected to the network with
a LAN cable or is set up correctly. For details, refer to your setup manual.
Check 6: Restart your computer if you are printing from the computer.
If there are any unnecessary print jobs, delete them.
Deleting the Undesired Print Job
Check 7: Make sure that the Inner Cover is closed.
If the Inner Cover is opened, close the Inner Cover and press the
OK
button on the machine.
Check 8: Make sure that your machine's name is selected in the Print
dialog box.
The machine will not print properly if you are using a driver for a different printer.
In Windows, make sure that your machine's name is selected in the Print dialog box.
On a Macintosh, make sure that your machine's name is selected in Printer in the Print dialog box.
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Summary of Contents for MP980 series
Page 18: ...Page top Page 18 of 947 pages Printing Photos Saved on the Memory Card ...
Page 29: ...Page top Page 29 of 947 pages Making Copies ...
Page 62: ...Page top Page 62 of 947 pages Printing Documents Macintosh ...
Page 75: ...Page top Page 75 of 947 pages Loading Paper ...
Page 100: ...Page top Page 100 of 947 pages When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect ...
Page 103: ...Page top Page 103 of 947 pages Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern ...
Page 105: ...Page top Page 105 of 947 pages Cleaning the Print Head ...
Page 107: ...Page top Page 107 of 947 pages Cleaning the Print Head Deeply ...
Page 159: ...Page top Page 159 of 947 pages Selecting a Photo ...
Page 161: ...Page top Page 161 of 947 pages Editing ...
Page 163: ...Page top Page 163 of 947 pages Printing ...
Page 240: ...Page top Page 240 of 947 pages Attaching Comments to Photos ...
Page 244: ...See Help for details on each dialog box Page top Page 244 of 947 pages Setting Holidays ...
Page 317: ...Page top Page 317 of 947 pages Setting Paper Dimensions Custom Size ...
Page 332: ...Page top Page 332 of 947 pages Printing with ICC Profiles ...
Page 468: ...Printing Photos Sending via E mail Editing Files Page top Page 468 of 947 pages Saving ...
Page 520: ...taskbar and click Cancel Printing Page top Page 520 of 947 pages Print Document Dialog Box ...
Page 746: ...Page top Page 746 of 947 pages Printing with Computers ...
Page 780: ...Page top Page 780 of 947 pages If an Error Occurs ...
Page 870: ...Page top Page 870 of 947 pages Before Printing on Art Paper ...
Page 882: ...Before Installing the MP Drivers Page top Page 882 of 947 pages Installing the MP Drivers ...