Canon PIXMA iP8500 Series Quick Start Manual

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Canon PIXMA iP8500 Series Quick Start Manual Manual pdf 86 page image

Troubleshooting82z PictBridge or Canon Bubble Jet Direct compatible digital cameras can beconnected to your printer for direct printing.z This section describes errors that are indicated on Canon-brand PictBridge-or Bubble Jet Direct-compatible cameras. The error messages and operationsmay vary depending on the camera you are using.For errors on non-Canon PictBridge-compatible cameras, count the number offlashes the POWER lamp on the printer makes and check for the cause of theerror and take the appropriate action. For details, see “Handling ErrorMessages” on page 76.z Connecting a digital camera not compatible with PictBridge or Bubble JetDirect makes the POWER lamp on your printer flash nine times. In such acase, unplug the cable connecting the camera to the printer, and press theRESUME/CANCEL button on the printer.z A communication time out occurs if printing takes a long time or if it takes toomuch time to send data. This may stop printing. In such a case, disconnectthe cable between the printer and the camera, press the RESUME/CANCELbutton on the printer, and reconnect the cable between the printer and thecamera. Then, turn the camera on, if it does not automatically turn on. If theproblem is still unresolved, select some other photo and check if it can beprinted or not.z The print head nozzles may be clogged if printing becomes faint or colors areincorrect. See “When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors are Incorrect” on page48.z If the paper is curled or its surface is scratched during printing, make surethat you are using the correct type of paper. If this error occurs even whenyou are using the correct type of paper, select Prevent paper abrasion onCustom Settings in the printer driver. See “Print Quality is Poor or ContainsErrors” on page 68.z To disconnect the cable connected between the digital camera and printer,follow the procedure below.1. Disconnect the cable from the printer.2. Turn off the digital camera.3. Disconnect the cable from the digital camera.When disconnecting the cable, be sure to hold the connector by its sides.z For the errors indicated on the camera and their solution, also refer to theuser’s manual of the camera. For other troubles on the digital camera,contact the manufacturer.