CanonPIXMA
iP2850
In this Setup
Requirements & Prerequisite
Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.
Overview
Canon PIXMA iP2850 is an easy, affordable, everyday printer. It is a compact printer that delivers affordable, high quality printing due to Canon’s FINE technology and optional XL ink cartridges. It comes with software like My image Garden which makes it easy to organise and print your photos. Canon PIXMA iP2850 has advanced features like face recognition that let you search through all the images on your PC, even those long forgotten, and use them to create attractive new designs for printing.
Features
- Print Resolution: 4800 x 600 dpi
- Print Technology: 2 FINE Cartridges Inkjet system with 2pl (min.) ink droplet size
- Print Speed: 8.0 ipm Mono and 4.0 ipm Color
- Manual Duplex Printing
- High page yield
- Supports various paper types
- Included Softwares: Printer driver, My Image Garden, Quick Menu, Easy-WebPrint EX (plug-in for IE8 or higher)
- Low power consumption
Unboxing & Initial Setup
- Take the printer out of the box.
- Remove all the orange tape and protective material.
- Plug in the power cord and turn on the printer.
- Install the ink.
- Load plain LTR or A4 size paper.
Manuals & Guides
Canon iP2850 setup on Windows
Setting up Canon PIXMA iP2850 – Windows (USB):
- 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 PIXMA iP2850.
- Print the Test page:
a. Print a test page to confirm the setup.
Canon iP2850 setup on macOS
Setting up Canon PIXMA iP2850 – Mac (USB):
- 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 PIXMA iP2850.
- 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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