How to Reset Canon PIXMA Printer

Resetting your printer is a common troubleshooting method for getting the Canon PIXMA printer working properly again. In this blog, we will discuss how to reset Canon PIXMA printer step by step. This is also how to reset your Canon PIXMA printer WiFi.

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I. About Reset Canon PIXMA Printer

Many people will ask where the reset button is on the Canon PIXMA printer. There isn’t a dedicated reset button, so resetting the PIXMA printer requires a combination of button sequences and on-screen prompts.

Resetting Canon printers can effectively solve common problems like Wi Fi settings issues. It’s time to reset your printer if:

Continuous error codes; stuck print jobs; paper jams; inconsistent print quality; unresponsive printer; network or connection issues; printer settings changes; after refilling ink.

Printer reset can be divided into soft reset and hard reset.

What Is the Difference between Hard Reset and Soft Reset on Canon Printer?

Hard Reset (Factory Reset): When you choose a hard reset, you are performing a factory reset. This option will erase all settings, configurations, and customizations, returning to the default factory state. It is worth noting that a hard reset solves the problem of how to reset Canon PIXMA printer WiFi as it resets all connection settings.

Soft Reset: In comparison, the soft reset is less drastic. It focuses on solving a specific problem while retaining the basic settings. This method is useful when you encounter minor glitches, such as no response or cartridge detection issues. Unplug the Canon PIXMA printer, wait a few minutes, and then turn the printer back on.

II. How to Reset Canon PIXMA Printer

Each Canon printer will have detailed printer reset instructions included in the manual. Before starting a reset, it is advisable to consult your printer manual for specific instructions. You can visit the official support website https://www.usa.canon.com/support  to get the online manual.

First, enter your printer model and select “Manuals” in the “Product Support” column. Then, choose the Online Manual PDF file. Finally, search for keywords such as “Initializing Printer Settings,” “Initializing Machine Settings,” or “reset” in the manual to find the reset operation.

Below, we will explore the soft reset and hard reset methods of different Canon PIXMA printers.

Canon PIXMA Printer Soft Reset

Perform a Canon printer soft reset when you don’t want to delete all settings. It works for printer unresponsiveness, paper jams, no ink/toner levels displayed, and occasional printer error codes.

1.First, turn off the Canon printer and unplug the power cable.

2.After waiting 2 - 3 minutes, plug your printer back into power and turn the printer back on.

After the soft reset, your printer will initialize and resolve some errors. If the issue persists, consider a hard reset.

Canon PIXMA Printer Hard Reset

The method of hard reset varies with Canon PIXMA printer models. It involves key sequence combinations and on-screen prompts. Here are some hard reset methods. 

For printer models not mentioned, we recommend looking for hard reset instructions in the manual.

By the way, a hard reset returns everything to the factory default settings. After you hard reset, this also resets the Canon PIXMA printer WiFi. Therefore, the following method also works for changing/resetting Canon PIXMA printer WiFi.

1. Canon Printer Showing Orange Light and Code

(1)Press the Setup button to display “17.” e.g. Canon TS3322, Canon TS3522.

①Ensure the printer is powered on.

②Press the “Setup” button repeatedly until the number “17” is displayed on the LCD screen.

③Then select either the “Black” button or the “Color” button. The Canon printer will initialize all printer settings.

(2)Combine the Power and Stop Buttons. e.g. Canon MG2522, Canon MG2525.

①Turn off your Canon PIXMA printer. Press and hold the “Stop” button, then press and hold the power button for 5 seconds.

②Release the power source button and press it again until the power light flashes.

③While pressing the power button, release the “Stop” button and press it 6 times.

④The light next to the alarm lamp (triangle icon) will flash.

⑤Finally, release all buttons and turn on the printer.

Watch the video to understand more intuitively how to reset Canon PIXMA MG2522 printer.

(3)Stop Button: Hold for 21 or 24 Flashes. e.g. Canon MG3022, Canon PIXMA MG3620, Canon G3200.

For Canon MG3022, Canon MG3620:

①Start by confirming that your printer is turned on.

②Press and hold the “Stop” button until the alarm light flashes 21 times. Then, release the “Stop” button. Your printer settings will be successfully initialized.

For Canon G3200:

①Ensure your Canon printer is powered on.

②Press the “Stop” button until the alarm light flashes 24 times, then release it. Your G3200 printer will complete initialization.

(4)Combine Setup and + Buttons. e.g. Canon G2010.

①Begin by ensuring your printer is turned on.

②Press the “Setup” button, and you’ll see the “Setup” icon and “1” on the screen.

③Then, use the “+” button to navigate until “C” appears.

④Finally, press the “Color” button or the “Black” button. This will initiate the reset of all printer settings.

Additionally, if your Canon G2010 printer encounters a P07 error, try the following reset method, which may be more effective.

2. Canon Printer That Displays Text on Screen

This is easier than resetting the printer with the code shown above. Simply follow the on-screen prompts to make your selection. Take the Canon MX490 and Canon MX492 printers as an example.

• Power on the printer and press the “Setup” button.
• Use the right arrow to navigate to “Device Settings,” then press the “OK” button.
• Scroll through the options to find “Reset Setting” and press “OK.”
• Choose “Setting data” or “All data,” and press “OK” to proceed. Finally, confirm your selection by choosing “Yes” and “OK.”

By following the steps, your printer will return to its default settings.

 

After the Canon PIXMA printer reset is completed, you can start setting up your printer again. If you reset the printer due to poor print quality, don’t forget to perform a test print to check if the print results have improved.

Your Canon printer’s WiFi has also been changed/reset. To connect to a new WiFi, it’s recommended that you uninstall your printer program from your computer or mobile phone first. After that, download and reinstall the program, and select your new WiFi. The blog How to Connect Canon PIXMA TS3522 Printer to WiFi details the WiFi connection for your reference.

III. Conclusion

Whether it's a printing issue or a WiFi connection, resetting your Canon PIXMA printer can help restore the printer to optimal functionality.

 

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