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What is the first step you should take when setting up a new Canon printer with ij.start.canon?
Setting up a new Canon printer typically involves several steps, but the first one is usually unpacking the printer and its accessories carefully. Here’s a more detailed breakdown of what you should do:
Unpack the Printer
Remove the printer from its packaging and make sure to take out all the included accessories such as power cables, ink cartridges, user manual, and installation CD (if applicable).
Setup Power
Connect the power cable to the printer and plug it into a power outlet. Make sure the printer is turned off before connecting the power cable.
Install Ink Cartridges
Open the ink cartridge compartment and install the ink cartridges according to the instructions provided. Usually, you’ll need to remove the protective packaging from the cartridges and insert them into their corresponding slots.
Load Paper
Adjust the paper guides in the paper tray to fit the size of the paper you’ll be using. Then, load the paper into the tray.
Turn On the Printer
Press the power button to turn on the printer. The printer will initialize and may prompt you to perform an initial setup process, which could involve setting the language, country/region, date, and time.
Install Printer Drivers and Software
If you’re connecting the printer to a computer, you’ll likely need to install the necessary printer drivers and software. You can usually do this by inserting the installation CD that came with the printer or by downloading the drivers and software from Canon’s website.