CanonMegaTank
MegaTank G1420
In this Setup
Requirements & Prerequisite
Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.
Overview
The Canon PIXMA G1420 is a compact, single-function Mega Tank printer designed for high-volume, low-cost printing. It is an ideal entry-level solution for students, home offices, and small businesses that prioritize high page yields and sharp document quality over multi-function features like scanning or copying.
Features
- High Yield Printing: Includes refillable ink tanks that can produce up to 6,000 pages in black (7,600 in Economy mode) and 7,700 pages in color from a single set of bottles.
- Print Quality: Utilizes a hybrid ink system (pigment black for sharp text and dye-based colors for vibrant photos) with a resolution of up to 4800 x 1200 dpi.
- Media Versatility: Supports various media types, including magnetic and restickable photo paper, and can print banners up to 1.2 meters in length.
- User-Friendly Maintenance: Features a user-replaceable maintenance cartridge and “key-type” ink bottles that ensure you only fill the correct tank with the correct color.
Unboxing & Initial Setup
- Unpack the Printer
- Remove all protective tape, cardboard, and packaging materials from inside and outside the printer.
- Install the Print Heads
- Lift the top cover and install the black and color print heads in their respective slots until they click into place.
- Fill the Ink Tanks
- Open each ink tank cap.
- Use the provided GI-series ink bottles to fill the black (BK), cyan (C), magenta (M), and yellow (Y) tanks.
- Close the caps firmly.
- Load Paper
- Load plain A4 or photo paper into the rear paper tray and adjust the paper guides accordingly.
- Power On the Printer
- Connect the power cable and press the power button to turn it on. Wait for initialization to complete.
- Connect via USB
- Use the USB cable to connect the printer directly to your computer (this is the only supported method of connectivity).
Manuals & Guides
Canon MegaTank G1420 setup on Windows
- Driver Download Links are in the bottom of the page.
- Run the setup file and follow on-screen instructions.
- When prompted, connect the printer via USB.
- Complete the setup and print a test page.
Canon MegaTank G1420 setup on macOS
- Driver Download Links are in the bottom of the page.
- Run the installer and follow the steps to complete installation.
- Connect the printer to your Mac using a USB cable.
- Go to System Settings > Printers & Scanners, click the “+” icon, and select the Canon G1420.
- Complete the setup.
Canon MegaTank G1420 setup on Chromebook
Official support is not provided, but the printer may function through:
- Connecting via USB.
- Enabling CUPS printing in ChromeOS.
- Adding the printer manually using the Canon G2000 series PPD or a compatible generic driver.
Steps:
- Go to Settings > Advanced > Printing > Printers > Add Printer
- Select Canon G1420 or Generic USB Printer if listed.
- If needed, specify a generic PostScript or PCL driver.
Canon MegaTank G1420 setup on Linux
- Connect the printer via USB.
- Install Canon’s Linux drivers manually:
Canon does not list G1420-specific Linux drivers, but the G2020 or G1000 series drivers are often compatible. - Use terminal commands: bashCopyEdit
sudo apt update sudo apt install printer-driver-gutenprint - Open Printers > Add Printer, select the Canon G1420, and follow the prompts.
- Print a test page to confirm.
Driver Downloads
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