CanonPIXMA
TS3420
CountryUnited States
OSUnknown
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Requirements & Prerequisite
Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.
Overview
The Canon PIXMA TS3420 is an all-in-one wireless inkjet printer that delivers high-quality printing, scanning, and copying. It’s perfect for home or small office use, providing convenience and versatility in a compact design.
Features
- Print Resolution: 4800 x 1200 dpi
- Print Speed: 7.7 ipm black and 4.0 ipm color
- Supports 4 x 6, 5 x 5 (Square), 5 x 7, Letter (8.5 x 11), Legal (8.5 x 14) paper sizes
- Borderless Printing
- Borderless Copy
- Scanner Type: Flatbed
- Scanning Element: Contact Image Sensor (CIS)
- Scanning Resolution: 600 x 1200 dpi
- Auto Scan Mode
- Wireless Scanning
- Quiet Mode
- 1.5 Segment LCD Display
Unboxing & Initial Setup
- Carefully remove the Canon PIXMA TS3420 from its packaging, ensuring to take off all protective materials and tape.
- Open the front cover to access the cartridge compartment. Insert the ink cartridges into the designated slots, following the color-coded instructions.
- Adjust the paper guides in the rear paper tray and load the appropriate paper size (e.g., letter, A4).
- Connect the power cord and press the power button to turn on the printer. Wait for it to complete the initialization process.
Manuals & Guides
Canon TS3420 setup on Windows
Setting up Canon TS3420 on Windows with Wi-fi:
- Power on the Printer:
a. To turn on the printer, plug in the power cord and press the Power button. - Connect the Printer to wifi:
a. Select wifi Connection.
b. Enter the password.
c. Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer until the Wi-Fi lamp blinks.
d. Connect Canon TS3420 to your Wi-Fi network. - Download Drivers:
a. Download and install the full driver package from the bottom of the page.
b. When the installation is completed, run the installer file and follow the on-screen instructions. - Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Setting up Canon TS3420 on Windows with USB:
- Turn the printer on:
a. Plug into the power cord and press the power button to turn the printer on. - Connect the Printer to Your PC:
a. Connect USB cable when prompted.
b. Plug the USB cable into the printer and connect the other end to your PC. - Download Drivers:
a. Download and install the full driver package from the bottom of the page.
b. When the installation is completed, run the installer file and follow the on-screen instructions. - Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon TS3420 setup on macOS
Setting up Canon TS3420 on Mac with Wi-fi:
- Power on the Printer:
a. To turn on the printer, plug in the power cord and press the Power button. - Connect the Printer to wifi:
a. Select wifi Connection.
b. Enter the password.
c. Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer until the Wi-Fi lamp blinks.
d. Connect Canon TS3420 to your Wi-Fi network. - Download Drivers:
a. Download and install the full driver package from the bottom of the page.
b. Select your macOS version from the dropdown (e.g., macOS Ventura, Monterey, etc.).
c. When the installation is completed, run the installer file and follow the on-screen instructions. - Add Printer to Mac:
a. Go to system settings > Printers & Scanners.
b. Click “+” to add a printer.
c. The Mac will automatically detect the Canon TS3420.
d. Select it and click Add. - Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Setting up Canon TS3420 Mac with USB:
- Power on the Printer:
a. To turn on the printer, plug in the power cord and press the Power button. - Download Drivers:
a. Download and install the full driver package from the bottom of the page.
b. When the installation is completed, run the installer file and follow the on-screen instructions. - Connect the Printer to Your Mac:
a. Connect USB cable when prompted.
b. Plug the USB cable into the printer and connect the other end to your Mac. - Add Printer to Mac:
a. Go to system settings > Printers & Scanners.
b. Click “+” to add a printer.
c. The Mac will automatically detect the Canon TS3420.
d. Select it and click Add. - Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon TS3420 setup on iPhone & iPad
Setting up Canon TS3420 on IOS with Wi-fi:
- Turn the printer on:
a. Plug into the power cord and press the power button to turn the printer on. - Install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App:
a. Open the App Store on your iPhone or iPad.
b. Search for “Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY”.
c. Tap Download and install the app. - Connect the Printer to wi-fi:
a. Select wi-fi Connection.
b. Enter the password.
c. Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer until the Wi-Fi lamp blinks.
d. Connect Canon TS3420 to your Wi-Fi network. - Add Printer:
a. Click on the “+” icon (usually at the top or bottom of the screen) to add a printer.
b. App will search for printers on your Wi-Fi network.
c. Your device will automatically detect Canon TS3420.
d. Select it and click Add. - Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Setting up Canon TS3420 on IOS with Air print:
You can also use AirPrint to print without downloading any app:
- Open an image, email, or document.
- Click on the share icon.
- Select Print.
- Select Canon TS3420 from the printer list.
- Click Print.
Canon TS3420 setup on Android
Setting up Canon TS3420 on Android:
- Turn on the Printer:
a. To turn on the printer, plug in the power cord and press the power button. - Connect the Printer to wi-fi:
a. Select wi-fi Connection.
b. Enter the password.
c. Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer until the Wi-Fi lamp blinks.
d. Connect Canon TS3420 to your Wi-Fi network. - Install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App:
a. Open the Play Store on your Phone.
b. Search for “Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY”.
c. Tap Download and install the app. - Connect Printer to Wi-Fi Using App:
a. In the Canon PRINT app, click “Add Printer”.
b. Select “Register Printer” > “Connect via Wireless Router”.
c. App will automatically detect your printer.
d. Choose your Wi-Fi network and enter the password to connect. - Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon TS3420 setup on Chromebook
Setting up Canon TS3420 on Chrome OS Wi-fi:
- Power on the Printer:
a. To turn on the printer, plug in the power cord and press the
Power button. - Connect the Printer to wifi:
a. Select wifi Connection.
b. Enter the password.
c. Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer until the Wi-Fi lamp blinks.
d. Connect Canon TS3420 to your Wi-Fi network. - Add Printer:
a. Click the Settings icon.
b. In the Settings menu, click on Advanced at the bottom.
c. Click Printing and then Printers.
d. Click the Add printer option to connect the Printer.
e. Your Canon TS3420 should appear in the list if it’s connected to the same Wi-Fi.
f. Click Add.
If ChromeOS doesn’t detect it automatically:
You can add it manually:
- Click on Printers → Add Printer.
- Complete the following fields:
a. Name: Canon TS3420.
b. Address: Enter the IP address of the printer.
c. Protocol: Select IPP.
d. Queue: Usually leave it as /ipp/print or /ipp/port1. - As soon as the driver is requested:
a. Select Generic → Generic IPP Everywhere. - Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Setting up Canon TS3420 on Chrome OS USB:
- Power on the Printer:
a. To turn on the printer, plug in the power cord and press the Power button. - Connect the Printer to Your Chromebook:
a. Connect USB cable when prompted.
b. Plug the USB cable into the printer and connect the other end to your Chromebook. - Add Printer:
a. Click the Settings icon.
b. In the Settings menu, click on Advanced at the bottom.
c. Click Printing and then Printers.
d. Click the Add printer option to connect the Printer.
e. Your Canon TS3420 should appear in the list if it’s connected to the same Wi-Fi.
f. Click Add.
If ChromeOS doesn’t detect it automatically:
You can add it manually:
- Click on Printers → Add Printer.
- Complete the following fields:
a. Name: Canon TS3420.
b. Address: Enter the IP address of the printer.
c. Protocol: Select IPP.
d. Queue: Usually leave it as /ipp/print or /ipp/port1. - As soon as the driver is requested:
a. Select Generic → Generic IPP Everywhere. - Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Troubleshooting Steps
- Check the power:
Check the printer plug and the wall outlet both are securely connected. - Check the cartridges:
Make sure the ink cartridges are placed correctly. Also, ensure that there is enough ink. - Check paper:
If the papers are not arranged correctly, take them out of the paper tray and straighten them up. Make sure that the paper tray is not jammed. You can now shut off the paper tray. - Check Wi-Fi Connection:
Ensure that your printer and device are connected to the same network.
Make sure that the WIFI connection is stable. - Update the Driver:
Outdated drivers may cause problems.
Check for the latest driver updates for your printer model.
Download and install the updated driver.
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