Canon PIXMA G6020 manual

Canon PIXMA G6020
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 · 422 pages
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Checking that Power Is On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Turning the Printer On and Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Checking the Power Plug/Power Cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Unplugging the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
LCD and Operation Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Entering Numbers, Letters, and Symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Changing Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Changing Printer Settings from Your Computer (Windows). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Changing the Print Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Registering a Frequently Used Printing Profile. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Setting the Ink to be Used. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Managing the Printer Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Changing the Printer Operation Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Changing Settings from Operation Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Changing Settings from Operation Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Setting Items on Operation Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Print settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
LAN settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Other dev. settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Language selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Firmware update. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Reset setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Feed settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Web service setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
ECO settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Quiet setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
System information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191

Information about Paper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195

Supported Media Types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Paper Load Limit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Unsupported Media Types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Handling Paper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202

Economy Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203

View the manual for the Canon PIXMA G6020 here, for free. This manual comes under the category printers and has been rated by 1 people with an average of a 9.8. This manual is available in the following languages: English. Do you have a question about the Canon PIXMA G6020 or do you need help? Ask your question here

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Jim RischJanuary 5, 2024

Everytime I let my G6020 printer sit idle for more than a few hours, I have to re-install my password for my WIFI.

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William HubbertJanuary 23, 2024

trying to scan and copy a form but window keeps telling me load paper in the back where you put photo paper

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Diane EtimFebruary 22, 2024

need help switching from rear tray to cassette tray. keep getting message no paper in rear tray. i don't want to use rear tray.

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YukiApril 2, 2024

how do I open the operation panel? I'm getting a yellow error light, "operation panel closed"

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Harry SponsellerJuly 8, 2024

How to reduce a copy?

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Jan September 7, 2023

my canon printer g6020 will not print all colors and ink levels are at the middle mark

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Vickie MorrisOctober 3, 2023

What does it mean "operation panel closed" and how to remedy it?

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Ray Santa October 31, 2023

I’m having trouble getting printer to join with my internet g2060

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Paul RitterNovember 22, 2023

How do I scan multiple pages and save to a single PDF file?

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Joan HebertDecember 6, 2023

Support code 5200 - how do we clear this error in the middle of printing?

The Canon PIXMA G6020 is a multifunctional printer that can print, scan, and copy. It features wireless connectivity through wifi and is compatible with multiple devices, including smartphones and tablets. The printer can handle various paper sizes and types, such as glossy, matte, and plain paper. The printing technology of the Canon PIXMA G6020 is thermal inkjet, providing high-resolution prints of up to 4800 x 1200 dpi. It is equipped with an automatic document feeder with a capacity of 20 sheets, allowing for hands-free scanning and copying of multi-page documents. In addition, the Canon PIXMA G6020 uses refillable ink tanks, which significantly reduces the amount of waste and lowers the cost per page. The printer includes individual ink tanks for black, cyan, magenta, and yellow, allowing for separate replacement of depleted ink colors. The Canon PIXMA G6020 has a relatively compact design, making it a versatile addition to home or small office settings. Its automatic power on and off function helps to save energy while minimizing user intervention. The printer is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems and includes various software tools such as Easy-PhotoPrint Editor and My Image Garden to enhance user experience.

General
BrandCanon
ModelPIXMA G6020
Productprinter
LanguageEnglish
FiletypeUser manual (PDF)

Can't find the answer to your question in the manual? You may find the answer to your question in the FAQs about the Canon PIXMA G6020 below.

What is the best way to remove jammed paper from my printer?

It is best to gently pull the paper out of the printer. Turn the printer off, and make sure that the printhead is not hanging over the paper and that no paper remains in the printer.

How come my printer does not accept original cartridges?

Non-genuine cartridges may not be recognised by the printer. In that case you will receive a message that the cartridge is empty. The manual of the purchased cartridge usually contains the solution, if this does not work, it is advisable to contact the seller.

How come my prints are of poor quality?

There can be various reasons for poor print quality. Check if the cartridges or toners are full. If so, inkjet printers often require cleaning the printer, the cartridges have dried out, or the print head is broken. With laser printers, calibrating the laser printer is recommended.

What is the difference between a laser printer and an inkjet printer?

A laser printer prints with a toner and an inkjet printer prints with ink.

How come my inkjet printer has black stripes?

In most cases, the inkjet printer cartridge is broken and the cartridge needs to be replaced.

What does DPI stand for?

DPI stands for Dots Per Inch and is the number of ink droplets (per inch) that end up on the paper when printing.

Why is my Canon PIXMA G6020 not printing?

Ensure that the printer is connected to a power source and turned on. Check if the printer's ink tanks are properly filled and securely installed. Additionally, verify that the printer is connected to the computer or network properly.

How do I align the print head on my Canon PIXMA G6020?

Navigate to the printer's settings menu on the control panel and select the print head alignment option. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the alignment process.

My prints are coming out blurry, how can I improve print quality on my Canon PIXMA G6020?

Firstly, make sure you are using high-quality paper suitable for your printing needs. Clean the print head nozzles using the printer's utility software to remove any clogs. Adjust the print quality settings in the printer preferences to a higher resolution if necessary.

How can I change the paper size setting on my Canon PIXMA G6020?

Open the printer preferences on your computer and navigate to the paper size settings. Choose the appropriate paper size from the available options or manually specify custom dimensions.

My Canon PIXMA G6020 is displaying an error code. What does it mean and how can I resolve it?

Different error codes indicate various issues. Refer to the printer's user manual for a list of common error codes and their respective solutions. Generally, you can turn off the printer, disconnect the power cord, wait for a few minutes, and then reconnect the power to potentially resolve common errors. If the error persists, consider contacting Canon support for further assistance.

Is the manual of the Canon PIXMA G6020 available in English?

Yes, the manual of the Canon PIXMA G6020 is available in English .

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