Canon : PIXMA Manuals : MX450 series : Checking the Ink Status with the LCD on the Machine

Note

The ink level detector is mounted on the machine to detect the remaining ink level. The machine considers as ink is full when a new FINE cartridge is installed, and then starts to detect a remaining ink level. If you install a used FINE cartridge, the indicated ink level of it may not be correct. In such case, refer to the ink level information only as a guide.

When remaining ink cautions or errors occur, the message will appear to inform you of the error. Take appropriate action according to the message.

A Message Is Displayed

Make sure that the power is turned on, and press the Setup button.

The Setup menu screen will appear.

Use the or button to select Ink information, then press the OK button.

LCD and Operation Panel

Use the or button to select Remaining ink, then press the OK button.

Remaining ink is shown in the area (A).

Figure: LCD

Example: Low ink indication

The ink is running low. Prepare a new ink cartridge.

Note

To access other available functions, use the mode buttons.

To print the model number of the FINE cartridge, select Ink information from Setup menu, then select Print ink number.

You can also check the ink status on the LCD when you press the COPY, FAX, SCAN, or Setup button. The current remaining ink level will be displayed on the LCD for a few seconds.

You can also check the ink status on the computer screen.

Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer