The Canon Pixma MP270 printer is literally a multitasker. This ink-jet printer is loaded with features. If you are looking for a device that can print, scan, and copy; and produce crisp texts prints and professional quality photos; then you have got a good deal! This printer can perform all of the above functions and it falls into your budget too. Canon Pixma MP270 ink cartridges for replacements can be easily bought online.
Canon Pixma MP270 is a neat looking machine that has been styled in black and light grey colour. Contact Image Sensor (CIS) scanning head does not increase the height of the printer. In all this, printer weighs about 5.60 kgs. The height is 6.1 inches, width is 17.8 inches and depth is 13.2 inches. The printer is designed ergonomically adding a slight curve to the sides of the main body to facilitate easy and steady handling.
The printer is packed up with useful features. To begin with, it supports Mac and Windows operating systems. Softwares like Canon Easy-PhotoPrint EX, Canon Easy-WebPrint, Canon MP Navigator EX etc are made available on purchase of the printer. This inkjet printer works on Canon FINE (Full-Lithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) Technology. The printing resolution is for mono is up to 600 X 600 dpi and for colour is up to 4800 X 1200 dpi. The Canon ChromaLife 100+ ink that you get with the machine gives good quality prints. Though once you have consumed the inks, you can purchase the Compatible Canon Pixma MP270 ink cartridges online that offer great quality prints similar to the original ones and are available at much lower prices.
The input tray of the printer is made to hold up to 100 sheets and you can use A4 and Letter A size papers for prints. The CIS scan element facilitates a scanning resolution of 1200 X 2400 dpi. The copier lets you copy up to 20 pages. It includes the BorderFree (fit to page) feature. The Canon Pixma MP270 prints at a speed of 4.8 ppm for colour and 8.4 ppm for text documents.
Advantages:- Low cost for the features provided
- Easy setup and use
- PictBridge (direct printing connection)
- ENERGY STAR Qualified
- Inclusive softwares
- Mac and Windows compatible
- Wireless connection technology absent
- LCD not present
- Average print speed
- Confusing single LED character display
The printer gives you the complete value of your money. Though the print commands on LED can be confusing to understand without the manual, the other features that it provides are great. The printer will work good in an office as well as a home setup.
Cartridge Requirements:Replacements for Canon Pixma MP270 ink cartridges are:
- Canon PG512bK ink cartridge
- Canon CL511C ink cartridge
How to replace the Canon Pixma MP270 printer ink cartridges with the new ones?
When ink runs out while printing is in progress it may result in various print issues like blurred prints, faded or light colour prints etc. Another reason for such issues can be the faulty Canon Pixma MP270 ink Cartridge that needs replacement. Follow the procedure below to replace your cartridges:
Step1:Make sure that the power of the printer is turned on, and then open the Paper Output Tray gently to perform the operation
Step 2:Lift the Scanning Unit (Cover), then hold it open with the Scanning Unit Support. The Cartridge Holder moves to the replacement position
Caution:Do not hold the cartridge Holder to stop or move it forcibly. Do not touch the Cartridge Holder until it stops completely
Step 3:Remove the empty or old dried out Canon Pixma MP270 ink Cartridge
- Pinch the tabs and open the Ink Cartridge Locking Cover
- After that remove the old cartridges
To prepare the new Cartridge, take a new Cartridge out of its package and remove the orange protective tape gently. Hold the old cartridges on a piece of paper to prevent stains
Step 5:Install the Canon Pixma MP270 ink Cartridge
- Put a new Cartridge in the Cartridge Holder. The Colour Cartridge should be installed into the left slot and the Black Cartridge should be Installed into the right slot
- Close the Ink Cartridge Locking Cover to lock the Cartridge into place. Push down the Ink Cartridge Locking Cover until it clicks
- Confirm that the Ink Cartridge Locking Cover is closed correctly, if not close it correctly
Lift the Scanning Unit (Cover) slightly to set the Scanning Unit Support back to its original position, and gently close the Unit (Cover). Check by printing again if the problem resolves or not