Canon MX 850: Cannot scan ink is low/out? Is this true with MX850 also?
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Here's what Canon's site says: "The ink has run out. Replace the ink tank." U163 If you want to continue printing in this condition, you need to release the function for detecting the remaining ink level. Press and hold the Stop/Reset button for at least 5 seconds, and then release it. With this operation, releasing the function for detecting the remaining ink level is memorized. Please be advised that Canon shall not be liable for any malfunction or trouble which may be caused by continuation of printing under the ink out condition. Note If the function for detecting the remaining ink level is disabled, the ink tank in gray is displayed on the LCD when checking the current ink level. Since printing in this condition may cause the contents of the fax to be lost, the machine stores received faxes in memory without printing until the ink tank is replaced. Print the fax stored in memory manually after replacing the ink tank. You can set the machine to print received faxes forcibly without storing them in memory, but a part of contents or all contents of the fax may not be printed. Source: http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=123&modelid=16279#SupportDetailAct
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Please go here: http://forums.usa.canon.com/t5/Personal-Printers/Canon-MX860-repeats-B200-error-code-brought-it-back-to-store/td-p/489And read through the solution.
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I had found the same. It does seem that the Canon printer starts telling you the ink is low after a few pages. Having said that, I will admit it has printed longer on low ink than it usually has... Still I bought 2 name brand cartridges to replace it with. I will not be straying off brand again. You get what you pay for.
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While I have not yet tried this scenario, I have the feeling that it will scan when ink is low or empty. It printed with an empty cartridge. It might be different without the cartridge installed, empty or not.
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that is a very good question. I have an mp470. which uses only canon non-refurbished ink and just a few weeks ago, someone mistakenly gave me the 41 instead of the 31. my printer worked just fine (as far as canon ink seems to go, which is revolting in my opinion). but that's the gist of it.
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This is here for Google to find, because after searching and searching I found a workaround. If you are getting error U163 on your Canon MX860 and still want to use the scan or fax capabilities, hold the red stop button on the right side of the printer for a few seconds. You will get a beep, and this will dismiss the error and let you scan and fax.
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I too am concerned that my colored ink continues to show that it is being used when we rarely use it. Can we run the MX700 without the color cartgridges installed?
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I havent figured out how to scan .. I assume there has to be some programming between it and my laptop ... So only use it for printing and copying. Any advice?
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My first thought is did you remove all the tabs that cover the ink cartridges? Also are you sure this is correct cartridge for your printer. My Canon MX892 works fine with these cartridges in spite of what Amazon posts on their sale page. I did purchase another brand of cartridges (black) which leaked all over my printer's insides, but, again, these worked fine. Good Luck!
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There is a fix, I found it on another site here is link http://www.fixya.com/support/t5863024-printer_canon. I tried it and it worked. The two white tabs had one a little more in than the other so I had to just slightly pull a little on the shorter one which came in line with the other.
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The drivers can be found here: http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/printers_multifunction/black_white_laser_multifunction/imageclass_d530#DriversAndSoftware After installing the print driver, the printer works immediately and easily. Scanning is problematic. After installing the scanner driver, the only way I have found to make it work so far is: 1. Open MF Toolbox (the scanning software) 2. Hit the Copy/Scan button on the printer 3. Select "Remote Scanner" on the printer 4. Click on the scan button in MF Toolbox. This is a clunky solution, but Canon isn't known for writing user-friendly software, especially for Mac users.
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how to turn off the in use/memory light and is that related to the fact that my Cannon MX330 will copy but not scan. Thanx
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I still don't know whether the old problem has been corrected on any of the newer canon models. I ultimately decided to get a 700 for the office, since I need best-quality text printing for my professional correspondence. My old 600 and 610 I'd bought hoping to get good-quality scans, and frankly was somewhat disappointed. Since I rarely print photos, but very much want to be able to digitize old terrific family and travel photographs, I bought a dedicated Canon scanner which is FABULOUS for my partner (CanonScan 8800F). Consumer Reports rated the 700 the only printer with excellent quality printing, and that was of foremost importance for me. I still don't know whether the old problem has been corrected on any of the newer canon models. I ultimately decided to get a 700 for the office, since I need best-quality text printing for my professional correspondence. My old 600 and 610 I'd bought hoping to get good-quality scans, and frankly was somewhat disappointed. Since I rarely print photos, but very much want to be able to digitize old terrific family and travel photographs, I bought a dedicated Canon scanner which is FABULOUS for my partner (CanonScan 8800F). Consumer Reports rated the 700 the only printer with excellent quality... » Read More I still don't know whether the old problem has been corrected on any of the newer canon models. I ultimately decided to get a 700 for the office, since I need best-quality text printing for my professional correspondence. My old 600 and 610 I'd bought hoping to get good-quality scans, and frankly was somewhat disappointed. Since I rarely print photos, but very much want to be able to digitize old terrific family and travel photographs, I bought a dedicated Canon scanner which is FABULOUS for my partner (CanonScan 8800F). Consumer Reports rated the 700 the only printer with excellent quality printing, and that was of foremost importance for me. « Show Less
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You will find instructions in the printer manual. If you don't have one, you can get a copy online here... http://office.manualsonline.com/manuals/mfg/canon/mx870.html That being said, I agree with S. Hager - get a new printer. After replacing the printer head & ink, mine still didn't work properly. I called canon support and a certified repair shop. Both said it would cost more to repair than to replace it with a new printer.
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>For some low end printers, it's almost cheaper to buy a new printer than to buy replacement cartridges.Exactly, I just bought the MX860 and will test it against HP C7280 (both brand new still in box). Problem is that I can't find third-party toner for the MX860. Those CLI-221 are availible only without chips and I am worried that to some design and patent scheme that will not change. I am guessing that replacing a full set of toner twice will be more than the initial printer cost. For HP I can find descent (according to some reviews) third-party toner. Yet I am guessing the MX860 is a better machine...I'll have some decisions to make. >For some low end printers, it's almost cheaper to buy a new printer than to buy replacement cartridges.Exactly, I just bought the MX860 and will test it against HP C7280 (both brand new still in box). Problem is that I can't find third-party toner for the MX860. Those CLI-221 are availible only without chips and I am worried that to some design and patent scheme that will not change. I am guessing that replacing a full set of toner twice will be more than the initial printer cost. For HP I can find descent (according to some reviews) third-party toner. Yet I am guessing the... » Read More >For some low end printers, it's almost cheaper to buy a new printer than to buy replacement cartridges.Exactly, I just bought the MX860 and will test it against HP C7280 (both brand new still in box). Problem is that I can't find third-party toner for the MX860. Those CLI-221 are availible only without chips and I am worried that to some design and patent scheme that will not change. I am guessing that replacing a full set of toner twice will be more than the initial printer cost. For HP I can find descent (according to some reviews) third-party toner. Yet I am guessing the MX860 is a better machine...I'll have some decisions to make. « Show Less
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Download the drivers from the Canon website. http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/support/consumer/printers_multifunction/pixma_mx_series/pixma_mx410#DriversAndSoftware
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These cartridges correspond to the CLI-5BK (Black), and CLI-8 (Black and Color) which is the official codes from Canon. They work in in my Pixma MP970 printer, and after doing a quick google search, looks like they should work in the MX850 as well. They seem to work just fine, though I have only installed three of them so far. Im fairly happy with them, so I think you will be too. Just watch out for how they are shipped, I found my package stuffed in the mail box. Could have easily been a mess.