CanonPIXMA
MP235
CountryUnited States
OSUnknown
In this Setup
Requirements & Prerequisite
Gather the following items before you begin setup. Tick each one as you get it.
Overview
The Canon PIXMA MP235 is a compact all-in-one inkjet printer capable of printing, copying, and scanning. It uses Canon’s FINE (Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) cartridge system, which is intended for everyday home and small office use.
Features
- Inkjet technology: It operates using inkjet technology, firing droplets of ink onto the paper for both text and photos.
- Print speed: It provides black-and-white print speeds of up to approximately 7.0 images per minute (ipm) and color speeds of about 4.8 ipm.
- Photo printing: A standard 10x15cm bordered photo can be printed in roughly 40 seconds.
- High resolution: The printer can achieve a maximum color print resolution of up to 4800 x 1200 dpi, which, along with the FINE cartridges, delivers good quality for documents and photos.
- Color system: It uses a 4-color ink system with two FINE cartridges—one black and one multi-color.
- Scan resolution: The flatbed scanner has an optical resolution of up to 600 x 1200 dpi.
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 MP235 setup on Windows
Setting up Guide for Windows:
- Download the Driver:
- Download the “MP Drivers” for Windows.
- Run the Installer:
- Locate the downloaded .exe file and double-click it to start the installation process.
- Follow On-Screen Prompts:
- When the installation begins, select your country or region.
- Accept the end-user license terms to proceed.
- Choose the connection method, selecting USB for a direct connection.
- Connect the Printer:
- When the installer prompts you to do so, turn on your Canon MP230 printer and connect it to your computer using a USB cable.
- Complete Installation
- Verify Installation (Optional):
- To confirm the printer is installed, search for “Printers & Scanners” in the Windows search bar to check if your Canon MP235 is listed as ready.
Canon MP235 setup on macOS
Setting up Guide for MAC:
- Install the Driver
- Locate the downloaded file, which will be a .dmg file, on your desktop or in your Downloads folder.
- Double-click the .dmg file to mount the Disk Image, then double-click the mounted disk image to open it.
- Double-click the .pkg file to begin the installation process and follow the instructions on your screen to complete the installation.
- Connect & Add Printer
- Ensure your Canon MP235 printer is powered on and connected to your Mac via a USB cable.
- Open System Settings (or System Preferences on older macOS versions).
- Click on Printers & Scanners in the sidebar.
- Click the Add Printer, Scanner, or Fax button (usually a + symbol).
- Test Printing and Scanning
- Open a document and try printing to your new Canon MP235.
Canon MP235 setup on Android
Setting up Guide for Android:
- Download drivers from your computer
- Download the necessary drivers and software for your computer.
- Install the software: Install the downloaded drivers on your computer.
- Connect the printer: Connect your Canon MP235 to your computer using a USB cable.
- Print from Android: Use the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app to print from your Android phone by sending the print job from your phone to your computer, then on to the printer.
Canon MP235 setup on Chromebook
Setting up Guide for Chromebook:
- Connect the printer to your Wi-Fi network:
- Use the printer’s control panel to find the Wi-Fi or WLAN setup.
- Select your network and enter the password to connect the printer.
- Ensure your Chromebook is connected to the same network.
- Add the printer on your Chromebook:
- Click on the time in the bottom-right corner of your Chromebook screen.
- Select the gear icon (Settings) to open the settings menu.
- In the Settings menu, search for “Print” or scroll down to the Advanced section.
- Click on Printers and scanners, then select Printers.
- Add the printer and complete the setup:
- Click on Add Printers.
- Select your printer and click Add or Setup to add it to your Chromebook.
Troubleshooting Steps
- Check the basics:
- Power: Ensure the printer is powered on and not in an error state, as indicated by any warning lights or error messages on the display.
- Ink & Paper: Confirm that the printer has sufficient ink and paper loaded correctly.
- Verify Connections:
- USB: Make sure the USB cable is securely plugged into both the printer and the computer. Try a different USB port on the computer or a different cable.
- Wireless: Check your router and network status. If the printer is connected, try re-establishing the connection.
- Consult Error Information:
- On-Printer Messages: Look for error codes or specific messages displayed on the printer’s screen.
- Error Codes: Visit the Canon support website to find explanations for different error codes.
- Restart Devices:
- Restart the printer and computer: A simple restart can often resolve temporary connection issues.
- Restart the router: If using a wireless connection, restarting the wireless router can also help.
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