CanonimagePROGRAF
TM-255
In this Setup
Requirements & Prerequisite
Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.
Overview
Canon imagePROGRAF TM-255 is designed for corporate and sizable AEC offices and the retail and education sector. It can produce A1 CAD prints in just 20 seconds, or A1 posters in 22 seconds. Canon imagePROGRAF TM-255 can save time trimming excess margins with borderless prints of any sizes and easily meet higher print demand with larger ink tanks, quick processing time and a fast return from sleep mode.
Features
- Print Width: 24
- Ink Type: 5 color pigment ink
- Printing Speed: 20 second for A1 CAD, 22 second for A1 poster
- Print Resolution: 2,400 x 1,200 dpi
- Print Technology: Canon Bubblejet
- Standard Memory: 128 GB
- Impressive Media Handling
- Ink Capacity: Bundled Starter Ink
- Hard Drive: 500GB
Unboxing & Initial Setup
- Take out the printer from the box.
- Remove the packaging material and protective tape.
- Plug in the power cable and turn the printer on.
- Select language, time zone, date & time.
- Select load paper on the control panel and load the paper roll.
Manuals & Guides
Canon TM-255 setup on Windows
Setting up Canon imagePROGRAF TM-255 – Windows (Wifi):
- Prepare the printer:
a. Press the home button, press the network button.
b. Select wifi setup.
c. Choose Easy wireless connect, and then select Start.
- Download the Drivers:
a. Download and install the driver from the bottom of the page.
b. Once the installation is completed, run the installed file.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
USB Setup (Wired Setup):
- Download the Drivers:
a. Download and install the necessary drivers from the bottom of the page.
b. Once the driver installation is completed, run the installed file.
- Connect the USB Cable to your printer:
a. Plug the USB cable to your printer and the other end to your PC.
b. Go to the settings of your PC.
c. Search for bluetooth and devices.
d. Click on Printers and Scanners.
e. From the available printers list select your Canon imagePROGRAF TM-255
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon TM-255 setup on macOS
Setting up Canon imagePROGRAF TM-255 – Mac (Wifi):
- Download Drivers:
a. Download the driver package from the bottom of the page.
b. Once the installation is completed , run the installed file.
- Prepare the printer:
a. Press the home button, press the network button.
b. Select wifi setup.
c. Choose Easy wireless connect, and then select Start.
- Add Printer:
a. Open the system preferences > Printers & Scanners.
b. Select your printer and click Add.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
USB Setup (Wired Setup):
- Download Drivers:
a. Download the driver package from the bottom of the page.
b. Once the installation is completed , run the file.
- Connect the USB Cable to your printer:
a. Plug the USB cable to your printer and the other end to your Mac.
b. On your Mac click on the system preference option.
c. Now click on Printer and Scanners.
d. The available printers list will appear on the screen, select your Canon imagePROGRAF TM-255.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon TM-255 setup on iPhone & iPad
Setting up Canon imagePROGRAF TM-255 – IOS:
- Connect to the Wifi:
a. Turn on your Canon imagePROGRAF TM-255.
b. Make sure your Iphone/Ipad is connected to the secure internet connection.
c. Ensure that your printer and device are on the same network.
- Install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App:
a. Go to the app store.
b. Search for the “Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App”.
c. Download and install the app.
- Add printer:
a. Go to the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app.
b. Now follow the on-screen instructions to add your printer.
c. App will search for the available printers, Select your Canon imagePROGRAF TM-255
from the available list.
d. Click on Add printer.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon TM-255 setup on Android
Setting up Canon imagePROGRAF TM-255 – Android:
- Install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App:
a. Download the app from the play store.
- Add the printer on the app:
a. Click on the add icon on the phone.
b. Now click on the register printer.
c. Select your Canon imagePROGRAF TM-255.
d. Now the printer is installed on your phone.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Troubleshooting Steps
- Printer not connecting to wifi:
- Possible Causes: Incorrect password, weak, signal or outdated firmware.
- Solutions:
- a. Ensure your Wi-Fi password is correct
- b. Place the printer close to the router
- c. Re-run Easy Wireless Connect
- d. Press Setup >Wi-Fi Setup >Easy Wireless Connect
- e. Restart the router and printer
- f. Check for firmware updates via Canon’s official website
- Print Not Detected by computer or mobile:
- Solutions:
- a. Ensure both printer and device are on the same Wi-Fi network
- b. Restart your printer and device
- c. Reinstall the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app (for mobile)
- d. For USB connection, ensure the cable is securely connected
- e. On Windows/Mac, reinstall the printer driver
- Paper Jam:
- Solutions:
- a. Turn off the printer
- b. Gently remove jammed paper from the rear tray, output slot, or inside the printer
- c. Check for torn paper pieces
- d. Restart the printer
- Poor Print Quality (Faded, Streaks, Missing Colors)
- Solution:
- a. Check ink levels and replace cartridges if needed
- b. Run Print Head Cleaning:
- c. Press Setup >Maintenance>Cleaning
- d. Perform Print Head Alignment via the same menu
- e. Ensure you’re using compatible paper
Driver Downloads
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