Canon PIXMA TR8620a setup

Follow these instructions to set up your Canon PIXMA TR8620a:

  • Remove the printer from the box and discard all the packing materials.
  • Ensure you have the power cord, ink cartridges, user manual, and CD (if included).
  • Plug the printer’s power cord into an electrical socket.
  • Press the power button to turn the printer on.
  • Lift the front cover and open the access door for the ink cartridges.
  • Wait for the ink carriage to move to the center.
  • Remove the protective tape from the ink cartridges and unpack them.
  • Insert the cartridges into the corresponding slots using the color-coded guidance.
  • Close the ink cartridge access door.
  • Remove the paper tray to adjust the paper guides.
  • After loading plain paper into the tray, ensure the guides are snugly fitted.
  • Reinsert the tray back into the printer.
  • Visit the Canon Support page and enter PIXMA TR8620a in the search bar.
  • Download the drivers and applications specific to your operating system.
  • Open the downloaded installer and follow the on-screen prompts.
  • When prompted, connect the printer to your PC via USB or Wi-Fi.
  • Press the Home button to access the Wi-Fi icon.
  • Select “Wireless LAN Setup” under LAN Settings.
  • Click on “Easy Wireless Connect” and press the “Yes” button.
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to connect the printer to your Wi-Fi network.
  • Download and install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app on your mobile device.
  • Use the app to connect your printer to the network and follow the prompts.
  • On your PC, select the printer properties.
  • To ensure the printer is working correctly, go to the Maintenance tab and select “Print Test Page.

Extra Canon PIXMA TR8620a setup

1

If you want to use the fax feature, connect the phone line to the printer.

2

To set up the fax settings on the Canon PIXMA TR8620a, follow the on-screen instructions.

3

Download and install any additional software required for scanning from the Canon website.

4

To scan documents, use the included software or the built-in scanning feature in your operating system.

Canon PIXMA TR8620a manual setup

Follow these tips for manually setting up your Canon PIXMA TR8620a:

  • Remove the wrapper.
  • Ensure that all components are included.
  • Connect the power cord.
  • Turn on the printer.
  • Open the ink cartridge door.
  • Insert the cartridges according to the color guide.
  • Adjust the paper guides in the tray.
  • After loading the paper, reinsert the tray.
  • Download the drivers from the Canon website.
  • Install the software and drivers.
  • Press the Home button to access the Wi-Fi symbol.
  • Select “Wireless LAN Setup” from the LAN Settings menu.
  • Select “Easy Wireless Connect,” then follow the on-screen instructions.
  • Print a test page using the printer properties.
  • Connect a phone line.
  • Configure the fax settings.

Canon PIXMA TR8620a WPS setup

Follow these steps for WPS setup on the Canon PIXMA TR8620a:

  • Activate the printer.
  • Ensure that the ink cartridges are installed and the paper is loaded.
  • Press and hold the Wi-Fi button until the ON light starts flashing.
  • Press the WPS button on your router within two minutes.
  • The printer’s Wi-Fi lamp will start flashing blue.
  • The Wi-Fi lamp and the ON lamp will remain lit once connected.
  • Press the Home button.
  • To verify the connection, select Network Status and then choose Print.
  • Drivers can be downloaded and installed from the Canon website.
  • After setup, follow the on-screen instructions.

Canon PIXMA TR8620a setup with app

Follow these steps for Canon PIXMA TR8620a setup using the app:

  • Turn on your printer.
  • Ensure that paper is loaded and the ink cartridges are installed.
  • Download the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app from the App Store or Google Play for your mobile device.
  • Open the Canon PRINT app.
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to select your printer model.
  • Turn on the printer and press the Home button.
  • Select LAN Settings and then Wireless LAN Configuration.
  • Select Easy Wireless Connect, then press Yes.
  • Follow the instructions in the app to connect the printer to your Wi-Fi network.
  • Complete the setup in the app.

Canon PIXMA TR8620a setup common issues and troubleshooting

While the Canon TR8520 printer is generally easy to set up, there are a few common issues you may encounter.

Printer Not Turning On:

  • Ensure the power cord is securely plugged in.
  • Test the power outlet by plugging in another device.
  • Press the power button firmly.

Wi-Fi Connection Issues:

  • Make sure the router is turned on and functioning properly.
  • Move the printer closer to the router.
  • Restart both your router and printer.
  • Verify that your Wi-Fi password is correct.

Ink Cartridge Errors:

  • Make sure the cartridges are correctly inserted into their designated slots.
  • Peel off the protective tape from the cartridges.
  • Clean the contacts on both the cartridges and the printer.

Software Installation Issues:

  • Download the latest drivers from the ij.start.canon website.
  • Temporarily disable antivirus software during the setup process.
  • Verify that the PC meets the software requirements.

Printing Issues:

  • Look for any error messages on the printer’s display.
  • Make sure the paper is loaded correctly.
  • Ensure the printer is set as the default printer.
  • Initiate a print head cleaning cycle from the printer’s maintenance menu.

Scanning Problems:

  • Ensure that the scanner driver is properly installed.
  • Verify the printer’s connection to the computer.
  • Restart both the printer and the computer.

Follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve common issues and ensure a smooth connection with your Canon TR8520 wireless setup.

Canon PIXMA TR8620a firmware update

  • Turn on the printer.
  • Ensure it is connected to Wi-Fi.
  • Press the Home button on the printer.
  • Select ‘Setup’ (represented by the gear icon).
  • Go to ‘Device Settings.
  • Choose ‘Firmware Update.
  • Select ‘Install Update’ or ‘Check for Update.
  • The printer will search for available updates.
  • If an update is found, follow the on-screen instructions to download and install it.
  • Do not turn off the printer while the update is in progress.
  • The printer will automatically restart after the update.
  • Confirm the upgrade was successful by checking the firmware version in Device Settings.

Canon PIXMA TR8620a Reset

  • Make sure the printer is turned on.
  • Press the Home button on the printer.
  • On the touchscreen, select ‘Setup’ (the gear icon)
  • Go to ‘Device Settings.
  • Select Reset Settings.

Choose the type of reset you need.

  • Web Service Configuration Only
  • LAN settings only
  • Settings only
  • All data (factory reset).
  • Confirm your selection.

Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm and complete the reset process.

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