CanonPIXMA
PIXMA E500
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 E500 is an inkjet multifunction printer that can print, copy, and scan, designed for affordability and high ink yield with specialized low-cost, high-capacity cartridges. It is an older model, primarily featuring USB connectivity and lacking wireless capabilities, but it is known for its ability to produce borderless photos and documents at a cost-effective price point for home or small-office use.
Features
- Ink Efficient: It uses high-capacity, low-cost ink cartridges, allowing users to print a large number of pages for less money.
- High Quality Output: It is capable of producing professional-looking documents and vibrant, borderless photos.
- Full HD Movie Print: This feature allows users to extract and print frames from Full HD videos.
- Fun Filter Effects: It includes creative filters for photos, such as miniature or fish-eye effects.
- Cost-Effective: The E500 is marketed as a budget-friendly option, making it ideal for home or small-office use where cost per print is a major consideration.
- Connectivity: It uses traditional USB connectivity for connecting to a computer, with no built-in wireless or memory card reader features.
Unboxing & Initial Setup
- Remove all packaging material and protective tapes from the printer
- Take out documentation material, power cord and other accessories from the box.
- Connect the power cord and turn ON the printer
- Install the ink cartridges
- Load paper into the paper tray
Manuals & Guides
Canon PIXMA E500 setup on Windows
- Download the driver and software:
- Select your operating system (Windows). Download the full driver and software package.
- Install the software:
- Double-click the downloaded file to start the setup process.
- Connect the printer:
- If the printer driver isn’t automatically installed, your computer might not be detecting the printer. You may need to manually add the printer through your Windows settings.
- For wireless connections:
- Ensure your computer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your printer.
- For USB connections:
- Connect the printer to your computer with a USB cable.
Canon PIXMA E500 setup on macOS
- Download the driver and software:
- Download the full driver and software package.
- Install the software:
- Double-click the downloaded file to start the setup process, which may include selecting your printer and accepting terms.
- Connect the printer:
- If the printer driver isn’t automatically installed, your computer might not be detecting the printer. You may need to manually add the printer through your Windows settings.
- For wireless connections:
- Ensure your computer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your printer.
- For USB connections:
- Connect the printer to your computer with a USB cable.
Canon PIXMA E500 setup on iPhone & iPad
- Using AirPrint (Recommended):
- Connect your E500 to your Wi-Fi network. Refer to the printer’s setup guide for specific instructions on network connection if needed.
- Ensure your iOS device is connected to the same Wi-Fi network: as the printer.
- Open the document or photo you wish to print: on your iOS device.
- Tap the “Share” icon: (the square with an arrow pointing up) and then select “Print”.
- Select your Canon E500 printer:
- From the list of available printers and adjust print settings as needed.
- Tap “Print” .
- Using the Canon PRINT app:
- Download the “Canon PRINT” app:
- from the App Store on your iOS device.
- Open the Canon PRINT app:
- And follow the on-screen instructions to add and set up your E500 printer. You can connect the printer to your Wi-Fi network through this app if needed.
- Once set up, you can use the app:
- To print documents and photos from your iOS device, and also utilize other features.
Canon PIXMA E500 setup on Android
- Install Canon PRINT app:
- Download and install the Canon PRINT app from Google Play Store onto your Android smartphone or tablet.
- Connect to the same Wi-Fi network:
- Ensure your Android device is connected to the same Wi-Fi network that your Canon E500 printer is connected to.
- Launch Canon PRINT app:
- Open the Canon PRINT app on your Android device.
- Register your printer:
- The app will typically search for available Canon printers on the network.
- Print and Scan:
- Once your printer is registered, you can use the Canon PRINT app to print documents and photos from your Android device or scan images to your device.
Canon PIXMA E500 setup on Chromebook
- Add the printer to your Chromebook:
- On your Chromebook, click on the time at the bottom right of the screen.
- Select Settings (the gear icon).
- Click on Advanced to expand the menu.
- Scroll down and select Printing.
- Click on Printers.
- If your printer is listed, click Setup next to its name.
- Test your printer:
- After adding the printer, test it to ensure it works correctly. If it’s not appearing in the list of printers, select “See more” and choose the printer you wish to use, then click “Print”.
Driver Downloads
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