When does the PIXMA MX922 use the PGBK ink vs. the regular black ink? in 2 mos. the PGBK cartridge is empty while the other is still almost full?
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Try going into your printer options and checking print in black and white or grayscale when you are printing things that are only text. I think that the printer automatically prints in color mode otherwise, which is why the black CYMK cartridges always run out of ink so fast.
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Without getting too technical... This printer has two separate modes. Black on White: Black ink on white paper and CYMK Color: CYMK stands for the four colors that are used to print in color and they are (C)yan, (Y)ellow, (M)agenta and blac(K). When you print in color mode only the CYMK inks are used and when you print in B&W just the regular black cartridge is used. So if you print a lot of black only documents the regular black cartridge will run out of ink first. Hope this helps. Pete
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The PGBK cartridge is your primary cartridge for printing. My understanding is the CLI cartridge (the small black cartridge) is used primarily for photo printing.
1147123
Without getting too technical... This printer has two separate modes. Black on White: Black ink on white paper and CYMK Color: CYMK stands for the four colors that are used to print in color and they are (C)yan, (Y)ellow, (M)agenta and blac(K). When you print in color mode only the CYMK inks are used and when you print in B&W; just the regular black cartridge is used. So if you print a lot of black only documents the regular black cartridge will run out of ink first. Hope this helps. Pete
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The 250 and 255 cartridges are used to print text only. The 251 black cartridge is used in photos and graphics. While all of the 251 cartridges use dye-based inks which yield excellent colors, the 250 and 255 cartridges use pigment-based ink for crisper lines in the text. That's the way that Canon designs the printers that use these cartridges, but many 3rd-party ink suppliers ignore this fact and offer ink cartridges that do not use the proper type of ink. It's especially bad if they use pigment-based ink in their 251 cartridges as this type of ink will clog the print heads or the printers that use them. Ask the seller before buying if they don't provide that information in their listing. The 250 and 255 cartridges are used to print text only. The 251 black cartridge is used in photos and graphics. While all of the 251 cartridges use dye-based inks which yield excellent colors, the 250 and 255 cartridges use pigment-based ink for crisper lines in the text. That's the way that Canon designs the printers that use these cartridges, but many 3rd-party ink suppliers ignore this fact and offer ink cartridges that do not use the proper type of ink. It's especially bad if they use pigment-based ink in their 251 cartridges as this type of ink will clog the print heads or the printers... » Read More The 250 and 255 cartridges are used to print text only. The 251 black cartridge is used in photos and graphics. While all of the 251 cartridges use dye-based inks which yield excellent colors, the 250 and 255 cartridges use pigment-based ink for crisper lines in the text. That's the way that Canon designs the printers that use these cartridges, but many 3rd-party ink suppliers ignore this fact and offer ink cartridges that do not use the proper type of ink. It's especially bad if they use pigment-based ink in their 251 cartridges as this type of ink will clog the print heads or the printers that use them. Ask the seller before buying if they don't provide that information in their listing. « Show Less
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Sorry, don't know what else it could be. Just make sure you've replaced the correct black cartridge. I think the smaller one is the photo ink and the large is regular text...which always empties the fastest for me. I had a Brother printer that would take compatible color ink but would only accept genuine brother ink in black. Sorry I couldn't be more help.
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My printer is a 5420 Pixma, so I am not sure if there is much of a difference in the ink cartridges, if any. I found this ink package great price. It came bulk packed in a bubble wrapped envelope, which is fine for me. Also prints great color photos with gloss photo paper.
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I just checked this ink cartridge and under the three drop down menus the MX922 wasn't even mentioned, so more than likely no. You need to find the cartridge for that printer and normally the software that comes with the printer sorts that out for you. If not, you need to check the printer compatibility of the cartridge
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The ink pack you mention includes the photo-black that is used in the Pixma iP4200 photo printer (this printer uses all 5 cartridges). There is also a 3 pack available that includes only the three color cartridges used by the mx700. It doesn't include the #5 Black that is sold separately in a single or twin pack.
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Check the color cartridges to see if they are all high yield (225) vs standard yield (221). I am pretty sure the black only comes in standard.
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I have a Canon Pixma MX360. The Black is very easy to refill because obviously you are only filling one color. With regard to the color, you need to do a little research on WHERE TO DRILL YOUR HOLES. I have a girly, hand drill, with a very small bit I use just for refilling my ink jet cartridges. After you drill and fill your cartridges, I brought these tiny rubber plugs to put into the holes to make sure there is no leakage and no air gets to the ink. I RECOMMEND WEARING DISPOSABLE RUBBLE GLOVES WHEN REFILLING AND HANDLING THE CARTRIDGES. ALSO, FILL VERY SLOWLY. GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS. I have a Canon Pixma MX360. The Black is very easy to refill because obviously you are only filling one color. With regard to the color, you need to do a little research on WHERE TO DRILL YOUR HOLES. I have a girly, hand drill, with a very small bit I use just for refilling my ink jet cartridges. After you drill and fill your cartridges, I brought these tiny rubber plugs to put into the holes to make sure there is no leakage and no air gets to the ink. I RECOMMEND WEARING DISPOSABLE RUBBLE GLOVES WHEN REFILLING AND HANDLING THE CARTRIDGES. ALSO, FILL VERY SLOWLY. GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS.
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We just went through the 225 ink cartridge in 1 month! I wonder how many "typical" pages the 225 will last? 1 month seems ridiculously short.Just looked up the page yield for this cartridge it says 340 pages.
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It is how many pages the ink will print before it runs out. PG240xxl will print more than the PG240xl. I've had both inks, and I have to say that PG240xxl does really print more.
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Ah, that explains why I suddenly cannot print black & white photos, even though the display indicates that I have plenty of Black ink left. The image I get is a reddish-gray. I bought the MP620 last month. I am still able to copy ordinary black text, though, probably because the printer comes with an extra Black ink cartridge (which is larger). So the 620 holds a total of 5 cartridges. I'm aggravated that the 5 cartridges do not come in a 5-pack... you have to buy a 4-pack & a separate pack for the extra Black one. [Just in case you're wondering, re my reddish photos, the ink display shows that I have plenty of ink in BOTH black cartridges.]
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The PGBK is an additional black cartridge that is required for my Canon MX 922 to operate. It is about 50% wider than the CLI 251 black cartridge and from what I recall the printer draws from the 250 when printing text. My printer will not operate without all five ink cartridges. Your system may only require the four CLI 251 cartridges.
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No, the MX922 uses CLI-251 Blake Printing Supply Ink Cartridges for inkjet Printers, Small Black / Cyan / Magenta / Yellow / Big Black, 10-Packhttp://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/pixma-mx922-compatible-inksThe MX920 should be the same
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I have the MX700 and I think it's good on ink. I do cheat however, when I am printing text documents or anything from the Internet, I always choose grayscale. This way it only uses the black ink. I have had my MX700 since December and I just replaced my color cartridges this past weekend.
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Just unpacking mine, believe that one black cartridge is for photo only, i.e. the small one that matches the color ones. Large one lower quality for general text use.Try double checking one of the computer mags on this....LPS my concern is that directions say standard computer paper only in front tray, back tray for quality photo paper. And that 4 x 6 is only photo size that works?????Any input appreciated, I M on hold now, its only unpacked....
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Steven, can you please comment on the color ink usage of the Pinncale Pro 901 printer? Also, if possible, please update on the black ink usage? Thanks a lot.
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Why won't printer print in black. Cleaned heads several times and nothing helps. All ink cartridges are over half full. Colors print great, but black won't print. Not an answer, the same question as asked before. Can't find answer to question someone else asked.
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Yes I need to order PGBK250 along with my CLI-251 BK/CMY 4 PK. I need to put in another order for the above ink cartridges. Is it possible to do so at this time with the above information?